The Ardingly Inn, Ardingly - pub details
Address: Street Lane, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6UA [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 11985) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Balcombe (2.7 miles), Haywards Heath (3.5 miles)
Brewery: Hall and Woodhouse
Pub facilities/features:
- Food served, Real ale
- Outside seating, Dogs allowed, Children allowed, Credit cards accepted, Car park, Function room for hire, Accommodation available
Pub suggested by David on 4 Aug 2004
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> Current user rating: 7.2/10 (rated by 16 users)
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other pubs nearby:
Oak Inn, Ardingly (0.0 miles), Gardeners Arms, Ardingly (0.8 miles)
user reviews of the Ardingly Inn, Ardingly
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| I stayed at the Ardingly Inn for three nights with my wife and in answer to the review of the 5th July we can only say that the reviewer has not stayed at the Inn. Yes as in EVERY pub you stay in there will be a bit of noise but it is a pub! We have always found the food to be exellent and when staying you get a great breakfast. Staff are always friendly and helpful. Of course there are one or two things that could be better rooms could be warmer and more hot water and the bar loos need a makeover but apart from that we would recommend The Ardingly. It sounds as though someone has an axe to grind. brixhampete - 14 Jul 2011 20:55 |
| Is it a pub or is it a nursing home? The food and accommodation are akin to a home for old people, but the noise of terrible music or anti-social customers will prevent you from getting a good night's sleep - and no nurses are on-hand to sedate you. The village has two much better pubs (the Oak and the Gardners' Arms). Do not eat here, do not stay here. qaz1234 - 5 Jul 2011 14:06 |
| Ultimately, this is not a universally wonderful pub. Its wares appear to be very seldom overwhelmingly impressive. Nevertheless, equally they are rarely underwhelmingly forgettable either. Being a Hall & Woodhouse outlet there is a limit to the levels of creativity the licensees can go to; ale selection will not be out of the ordinary, and the emphasis, like so many pubs of the same stable, is on a fairly predictable range of pub meals. However, the cask beer that is available has never disappointed me; on the few occasions I've visited over the years it's been excellent in fact. Also, although yet to sample it first-hand, the victuals look to be well-presented and popular with the locals, many of whom come not only for liquid libation but also solid sustenance. The pub does reasonably-priced accommmodation, which is rather useful for events at the nearby Showground. I have stayed here for a local event at the end of November 2 years running now, and each time I have found the rooms generously-sized, clean, with appropriate facilities and decor that doesn't jar. Doubles can be let as single rooms if need be for a reduced price (around £50 which isn't uncompetitive). Regrettably my shower, despite being apparently recently-fitted, didn't operate properly on my last visit, but I didn't mention it to the chamring and friendly licensees. I should have, for the benefit of others, but they were awfully nice, and had just given me a rather good friend breakfast (included in the price, featuring sound fresh ingredients). Whether you're needing a room or otherwise, the Ardingly Inn is understandably popular with locals, and there is always a jolly, bustling atmosphere to the place. Not exceptional, but thoroughly acceptable on all levels. I daresay I'll be back in November 2011! TWG - 29 Nov 2010 15:38 |
| visited on a beautiful Sunday just after 1330 ..surprised it wasn't busier. After a slight wait served a perfectly adequate pint of Badger plus the drinks my less enlightened friends wanted! The pub looked in decent nick...only slightly disconcerting thing was that the landlady seemed to stare at me when she arrived rather than asking what I wanted! jeremyb - 29 Sep 2009 00:28 |
| Rather quiet when I called in (Wimbledon ladies' finals were on), but the beer was in good condition. Food not sampled. A mere 40 minutes' walk across the fields from Horsted Keynes railway station. A very scenic walk it is too. I was about ready for some refreshment. apchilcott - 28 Jul 2009 21:17 |
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