The Alma, Uckfield - pub details
Address: Franfield Road, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5AJ [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 5147)
Uckfield (0.2 miles), Buxted (2.3 miles)
Brewery: Harveys
Pub facilities/features:
- Real ale
Pub suggested by Adrian on 29 Oct 2003
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> Current user rating: 5.8/10 (rated by 16 users)
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user reviews of the Alma, Uckfield
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| I hadn't visited this place since the 1990s, and although I used to live in Uckfield in the 1970s I was far too young to appreciate the Alma's wares, although I understand my dear old dad used to like it. In any case, I finally revisited it opportunistically on Saturday, whilst passing through. I found it to be one of the thoroughbred Harvey's houses, with really well-kept ale, what looked to be decent grub, and a traditional but clean and friendly atmosphere prevailing. A plainly Victorian exterior leads to a similarly woody and traditionally-decorated interior, which was welcoming and cosy - not quite a two-bar pub but not far off, with two 'sides' seemingly functioning quite separately from each other. I received a polite and effiicent welcome from the landlady, who duly pulled up what can only be descibed as an excellent pint of Dark Mild (had the car so no Bonfire Boy etc for me). It was a really tasty drink and it just shows why Mild should never be discarded as a weak or characterless style, at least not when brewed and conditioned properly. There were a few people in enjoying the lunch menu, which looked appetising, although I wasn't quite there hunger-wise and moved elsewhere before giving in. The feel of the place was friendly, well-maintained and generally in-keeping with what one would expect. I imagine this functions well as a local for the immediate residential area, and on a more busy shift I would suspect the Alma would be buzzing. I hope it is, at any rate. Whilst not a 'destination' pub - at least not for me as I have the Garland in redhill nearby which is a very similar bag - it's certainly somewhere I'd come back to as and when opportunity presents. TWG - 28 Nov 2011 17:36 |
| My family and I had a lovely meal here on Saturday evening and would definitely eat here again. We are a family of four and had 3 adult meals and a childs meal. The meals were tasty, nicely presented and with fresh ingrediants. I had fish and chips, which was served with mushy peas and salad and my husband and daughter had the steak pudding with a choice of 3 potatoes, fresh veg. They said it was absolutely gorgeous. My youngest daughter had chicken nuggets and she ate all of it! The meals are reasonably priced, ours were between £7.50 and & £8.50. The childrens meals I think was £4.95. It was fairly quiet in the main eating area, but it was only 7.00pm, the bar area was busy. This is a great pub, with a nice friendly atmosphere, with good food at a fair price. Will be back! AL1 - 10 May 2011 09:31 |
| Just been, having read various reviews (as my usual Friday quiet place, where I can enjoy a pint and the cricket on TV, or read my book, had been flooded out) – I wish I hadn't bothered. When I set foot over the threshold at 2pm, I was informed that the kitchen was 'only just' open (despite it being advertised as being open till 2.30). I can't help what time I finish for lunch some days. The pub itself looks nice enough inside but there's not much of an atmosphere. However, it is nice to see the old games and an active darts scene in there. Considering it's a Harvey's tied pub, the quality of beer could be a lot better - it was fizzy and tasteless in comparison to say... the same pint at the Trevor Arms in Glynde. Harvey's Best is supposed to taste of something – I really couldn't manage the pint because of the fizz. The food was dull – OK, as far as this pub is concerned, being a veggie seems to mean you like lots and lots of salad (more than twice as much as the main item???). I would much prefer to have a meal where the main item is warm (not just the sauce). Something like a veggie variation of the Nachos would even suffice (the menu said 'freshly cooked to order' did that mean six minutes instead of five in the microwave?). For what I had, the price was a bit out of order (then again, that seems to be par for the course for anything veggie these days) – two slabs of veg loaf and a small pot of tomato-y something for six quid (with 'salad'). Thankfully, the beer price is reasonable – most Harvey's houses are to be honest, that's its main redeeming feature. I'll be waiting for my normal Uckfield escape hole to dry out before drinking in town again. YorkieMitch - 6 Aug 2010 15:24 |
| We returned to The Alma a few times after my last posting - sadly it consistently lacked atmosphere. An improved atmosphere was clear when we first walked in (not knowing new landlords had taken over). Harveys was well kept. Although we didn't eat there, the menu seemed good and those tucking in to food seemed to be enjoying it. Having looked at reviews from the landlords' previous pubs it looks like the food will taste as good as it looks. Will be returning - as soon as I can. gelksy - 20 Jul 2009 22:20 |
| The Alma has had a few landlords in the last few years. When I popped in it had been under the new management of Gary & Lindsey from the Rose and Crown in Burwash for a month. They said trade was gradually picking up and Gary had started cooking again. They had made a few changes in the bars (dimming the lighting, changing furniture around and generally making the saloon bar less corporate). The range of Harvey's ales were all in good condition and my fresh fish and chips was reasonably priced at £6.95. Will return soon, hopefully on a day when Gary's band is playing! I wish them all the best. MrReview - 20 May 2009 09:40 |
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