East Sussex
National Resort
My job is a tough one but it does not come without the odd perk
and I sometimes get the opportunity to judge and review some
of the county’s finest food, drink, restaurants, bars and hotels.
I can hear your heart bleeding for me.
This issue I have been lucky enough to visit
the fantastic East Sussex National Resort
which is nestled in 1100 acres of beautiful
Sussex countryside not far from Uckfield.
From the outside the main hotel complex
is a low sprawling modern building that
may lack some of the traditional grandeur
of many country resorts but it does offer
a perfect retreat for both business and
leisure.
On arrival I found myself inside a
cavernous open plan reception that flows
into the cosy bar area with some amazing
views over the course and Downs. I was
greeted by the v ery lovely Sharon Worby
from the resort who gave me some
background to the extensive facilities over
a glass of bubbles.
The main hotel boasts 104 bedrooms
which include two bridal suites and
ten luxury suites, the remaining rooms
are classed as either Classic or Club. I
checked in and was directed to my room
a short walk from the main reception and
past a collection of hundreds of candid
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