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THE GEORGE INN

A warm and genuine welcome from John and Jane Turner and their team awaits you at The George , a beautifully restored 18th-century coaching inn which sits proudly at the top of the historic Robertsbridge High Street .
Surrounded by a wealth of old Wealden Sussex houses , Robertsbridge is in 1066 Country which is an ideal base from which to explore Hastings , Tunbridge Wells , Battle and the surrounding varied countryside of beautiful Kent & Sussex .
Following a full restoration programme , The George features a spacious oak beamed and panelled bar and restaurant area , along with large inglenook fireplace favoured by Hilaire Belloc , bare floorboards , richly textured fabrics , wool and leather chairs and sofas , painted tables and beautiful period pieces . Family portraits of John , Jane and their two small children adorn the walls along with images of Robertsbridge through the decades which were found during the renovation .
Working with only local farmers , fishermen , suppliers and small producers who are all based within a 30-mile radius of The George , the food revolves around the seasons and a core belief in letting the natural flavours of the produce speak for themselves .
If peckish , look to the chalkboards for the day ’ s dishes , ranging from locally landed lemon sole , Rye Bay scallops , slow-roasted pork belly with Bramley apple spiced compote , or chargrilled lamb rump with minted rösti . Or look to the main menu for a chargrilled rib eye steak , locally smoked fish platter to share or delicious homemade cheeseburger with homemade tomato relish and hand-cut proper chips . Leave room for puddings too which are all homemade , along with the artisan cheeseboard which comes with three local cheeses , homemade spiced apple chutney and honey from The South Downs .
The comfortable bar area with oak and leather furniture which circle the log fire , is the perfect spot to enjoy one of the local ales or hand selected wines , juices or Italian coffees , along with a selection of snacks and homemade goodies !
Upstairs , the Inn has four beautifully decorated bedrooms with Hypnos beds , signature wallpapers , rich fabrics , antique furniture and characterful en suite shower rooms , so whether you are looking for somewhere special to stay , or want to enjoy fabulous Sussex food and drink , come and visit The George today .
The George Inn , High Street , Robertsbridge , East Sussex TN32 5AW
01580 880315 www . thegeorgerobertsbridge . co . uk
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