Why Stay at Willow Barn
Willow Barn is a dog-friendly retreat, welcoming up to two well-behaved dogs, and is perfectly suited to couples or families with children thanks to its flexible sleeping arrangements, including a king-size bed and sofa beds. Guests enjoy the privacy of a secure, enclosed garden, off-lane parking and a peaceful rural setting, while still being within a short drive of local pubs, historic houses and beautiful gardens. Secure bike storage is available, making it ideal for walkers and cyclists. Our local train station is 7 miles away, which takes you direct into Charing Cross, London or Newhaven ferry port is 13 miles for a quick trip to Dieppe. Beaches at Pevensey, Eastbourne and Birling Gap are all within a 20 minutes drive.A welcome basket awaits on arrival, and free Wi-Fi is provided throughout your stay.
Glyndebourne is an English country house, the site of an opera house that, since 1934, has been the venue for the annual Glyndebourne Festival Opera. The house, near Lewes in East Sussex, is thought to be about six hundred years old and is listed at Grade II.
Local Vineyards
Hidden Springs Vineyard, Horam is very local and offers wine tastings, tours, gifts and a lovely sun deck overlooking the vines to enjoy a glass or two. Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston. Producers of award winning English Sparking wines, offering high end dining, winery and vineyard tours. Henners Vineyard, Herstmonceux. A family owned vineyard offering tours, tasting rooms, afternoon teas and regular events.
Batemans is the family home of Rudyard Kipling. It is a National Trust property with gardens, a mill and tearooms (20 minute drive).
Nymans: A garden lovers’ home for all seasons, with extensive gardens set around a romantic house and ruins. A National Trust property
A 30 minute journey by car. Battle and Battle Abbey. Battle is a charming market town named after the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066. Battle Abbey is English Heritage.
Widely regarded as the best small zoo in Europe, Drusillas Park offers a fun day out for all the family. With over one hundred exotic animals, including sloths, red pandas, lynx, capybaras, and penguins. The park has a large adventure playground and 9 family friendly rides, soft play area and numerous cafés and restaurants. Drusillas is 12 miles from Willow Barn.
Just 7 miles away is another great adventure park, a perfect day out with the children, with indoor and outdoor play areas, thrilling rides, owl displays and much more. The ski centre is located next to Knockhatch, with 110 metres of dry ski slopes, equipment hire etc.
