The Sportsman, Amberley

Four of us spent a great weekend at the Sportsman Inn in Amberley whilst walking on the South Downs. It's a nice, traditional, well run pub and Rob the landlord and his staff couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful. The three beers we tried (Dark Star Hophead, Harvey's Best and Brains SA) were all very well kept and the food was perhaps the best pub food we had ever tasted (perhaps rude to call it "pub food" as it would have graced many good restaurants) and we felt, good value for money. The pub is nicely situated overlooking the Amberley Wild Brooks (water meadows) to the rear, has three small cosy bars including a brick floored public bar with dart board and a nice conservatory overlooking the wild brooks where most of the food is served. Our bedrooms were comfortable, clean and well equipped. Can't wait to return.

27 Oct 2009 15:41