The Johns Cross Inn, Robertsbridge - pub details
Address: Battle Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5JH [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 917 0007 (ref 32070)
Robertsbridge (1.5 miles), Etchingham (3.8 miles), Battle (3.9 miles)
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> Current user rating: 6.0/10 (rated by 2 users)
> Local guide: East Sussex pub guide
other pubs nearby:
George, Robertsbridge (1.4 miles), Ostrich Hotel, Robertsbridge (1.4 miles), Seven Stars Inn, Robertsbridge (1.4 miles), Salehurst Halt, Robertsbridge (1.8 miles)
user reviews of the Johns Cross Inn, Robertsbridge
please note - reviews on this site are purely the opinion of site visitors, so don't take them too seriously.
| An interesting old building done out in a very individual style. Drinkers are directed to a small gaudy games room with uncomfortable chairs, while the more interesting lounge is largely for diners. The pub is covered in artwork of a rather bizarre nature. 2 ales on offer (Abbott and Harveys. The garden sign says 'welcome to paradise' but I expect paradise is better cared for than this dilapidated area, though there are good views. Floyd - 15 Apr 2008 15:21 |
| The Johns Cross Inn appears to be a bit of a labour of love for Bob, its long standing charismatic landlord who doubles the pub up as a showcase for his impressive artwork (he has an art workshop and signwriting business in the old function room behind the pub). The weatherboarded building dates from the early 16th century and has quite a history, serving not only as an inn but also as an army recruitment centre, mail coach collection point and a customs & excise office. It is quite isolated and probably relies mainly on passing traffic and diners although I wouldn’t say there is a large emphasis on dining facilities like many country pubs. It does however unofficially boast the UK’s smallest pub dining room, a small room containing 1 table and an old bread baking kiln. As you would expect, the ceilings are low and beamed and the old fireplaces must have beckoned in many a weary traveler over the centuries. The late 18th century extension now houses a games room. It is however the murals and paintings that draw the immediate attention, maybe a bit overpowering but a great conversation piece. Not a large selection of ales - 2 on my visit (Abbott and Harveys) but Bob (if I may be so informal) certainly appears to take pride in the quality. The large garden affords panoramic views over the downs (or so I was told - it was dark when I was there). An odd quirk is to be found in the car park - a tapered roller designed for rolling sloping lawns that was apparently found when clearing some brambles (naturally Bob referred to it as having a Roller in the drive). An interesting pub made very welcoming by the landlord and well worth a stop off on the way to/from the Battle or Hastings area. RogerB - 11 Apr 2008 15:30 |
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