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The Jolly Sportsman

4.0 star property
4-star B&B near Plumpton Racecourse

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Property grounds
Restaurant
Superior Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Chapel Lane, East Chiltington, Lewes, England, BN7 3BA
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plumpton Racecourse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Glyndebourne Opera House
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, soundproofing

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Lewes

Lewes retreat .Stay at this Lewes B&B and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Plumpton Racecourse and 9 miles (15 km) of Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are South Downs National Park and Glyndebourne Opera House.
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What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Plumpton Racecourse - 8 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • American Express Stadium - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Glyndebourne Opera House - 20 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Brighton Beach - 28 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Plumpton Station - 19 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thatched Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Cafe Hassocks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Horns Lodge - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Jolly Sportsman

4-star B&B near Plumpton Racecourse
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Jolly Sportsman also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lewes bed & breakfast.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Jolly Sportsman offers 4 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 100-cm Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Lewes bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 100-cm smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 13571766

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Jolly Sportsman to the airport?

The Jolly Sportsman is 29.4 mi (55-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Jolly Sportsman have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Jolly Sportsman .

How close is The Jolly Sportsman to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 13.6 mi (48-min drive) from Brighton Beach and 14.3 mi (44-min drive) from Seaford Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Jolly Sportsman offer free breakfast?

The Jolly Sportsman offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Jolly Sportsman ?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Rendezvous Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Jolly Sportsman ?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Jolly Sportsman have a pool?

The Jolly Sportsman does not have a pool.

Does The Jolly Sportsman have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Jolly Sportsman have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Jolly Sportsman to downtown Lewes?

The Jolly Sportsman is 0.2 mi away from East Chiltington.

The Jolly Sportsman Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice and relaxing stay in the tranquil sussex countryside with our dog. Food, drink and service all great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fantastic with our stay and the staff were absolutely incredible. We wouldnt want them to change anything and we will certainly be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

grazyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find

Fabulously comfortable stay :) The room was spacious, comfortable and clean and the staff were very accommodating. I had really nice breakfast and then came back for the Sunday roast, both lovely :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

waiting for explanation

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky; interesting; great gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Good for Glyndebourne

Wellequipped bedroom and an excellent restaurant with helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pub was in a charming, rural location but easy to find. Lovely gardens. We ate dinner the first night and it was so good we booked for the next night. Bedroom comfy and well supplied. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place, friendly and food fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stefan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everyone was very nice & helpful! Beautiful country side and excellent food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything I look for.

Would highly recommend. Very welcoming and helpful staff, very tastefully decorated, spotlessly clean, safe and secure, quiet and great food. Everything I look for when staying away for work.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cormac

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great country pub with rooms

Great food, great in room services and a very comfortable room. I will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Booked a 2 night stay to go to Plumpton races. Sadly races suspended due to weather so decided to leave and make the long journey home to Manchester. This is no reflection on hotel. Room was large, clean and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. Staff friendly and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend break

We had a great stay at the jolly sportsman dinner and breakfast very nice shall be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and such a beautiful place! Room was very comfortable and with a lot of little treats. Very clean and lovely! Good shower and lovely touch with all soaps and shampoo provided! Bottle of vino was an amazing treat! Breakfast was delicious and staff was so friendly and polite! Very comfortable beds and the decor was very tasteful. Beautiful location and plenty of parking space! Thank you for amazing experience we had and we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Bev

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service

Mixed experience

I was not able to use the breakfast facility due to the kitchen not open from 08:30am which was not conducive to someone that needs to by in work at that time. Arrived later, very dark and no pathing down to the rooms so muddy due to the heavy rain. Bedroom was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great food and rooms in a beautiful country setting with lots of country walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Really nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a lucky find. A gem . Gastro pub with rooms . We stayed 2 nights enjoyed their had crafted clarified cocktails and excellent meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024