Ye Olde Smugglers Inne - Alfriston

14th-century inn in Alfriston village, on the South Downs Way walking route

Accommodations & Rooms

Ye Olde Smugglers Inne offers rooms with bespoke layouts, including Superior Double or Twin Rooms with four-poster beds. The Family Room with Bathroom accommodates up to three guests in a king bed and a single. Bathrooms in several rooms feature a large roll-top bath as well as a separate shower.

Dining & Bar

The on-site restaurant serves home-cooked food all day, including steak and ale pie and chicken with tarragon sauce. A self-service continental breakfast of toast, cereals, pastries, yogurt, and fruit is available from 07:30 to 09:00. The bar pours fine Sussex ales like Harveys Best Bitter and Long Man, plus an international wine list.

Location & Activities

The Smugglers Inn Alfriston sits in the center of Alfriston village, a 3-minute walk from Drusilla's Wildlife Park. It lies 3 minutes' drive from the South Downs Way trailhead, 17 miles from Brighton, and 9 miles from both Eastbourne and Lewes. Guests can walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, the Seven Sisters cliffs, the Cuckmere River, and the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill.

Pet & Family Policies

Ye Olde Smugglers Inn Alfriston allows pets, making it a choice for guests walking the South Downs Way with a dog. The pub is family-friendly, with children menus and a lounge area on the landing. Board games and puzzles are available for guests to borrow.

Amenities & Services

Free parking is available at a nearby street-parking lot (card-only payment). Luggage storage and packed lunches are offered upon request. The pub has a large garden with outdoor furniture and a terrace for guests to use.

• Location: Alfriston village center, 3 min from Drusilla's Wildlife Park
• Rooms: Four-poster beds, roll-top baths in select Superior Double or Twin Rooms
• Dining: Home-cooked food all day, continental breakfast, Sussex ales
• Pet policy: Pets allowed, ideal for South Downs Way walkers
• Activities: South Downs Way trailhead, Long Man of Wilmington, Seven Sisters cliffs