The Chequers, Forest Row

Took friends for a lunch here after a walk in Ashdown Forest and had a poor experience. Despite the appearance being just what we were looking for & advertised as family friendly I will not be returning. After taking over 15 minutes to get the orders correct and pay at he bar, our meals stared appearing staggered over the next 40 minutes. Soup was served with a knife and fork and I got up from the table 4 times during the meal to chase up meals & drinks. Jacket Potatoes were microwaved (? it's not 1988) and the �6 sandwiches were pretty poor if you compare what I pay �2.50 for at Pret. Can't comment on the beer I'm afraid. Another nice touch was that the ladies loo's weren't flushing and there was a backlog... so-to-speak. This isn't a family friendly environment...

This pub is in a fantastic location and is a great premise if you can get the bar, service, toilets & kitchen sorted people won't mind paying a premium.

3 Dec 2010 22:10