Private Dining
Welcome to
The Snug
Behind the main dining room, through a low stone archway, lies The Snug — our private dining room for up to twenty guests. An intimate space for celebrations, wine dinners, and gatherings that deserve their own room and their own menu.
This is private dining in East Sussex as it should be — personal, unhurried, and entirely yours.
The Space
A Room for Intimate Gatherings
The Snug occupies what was once the coaching inn's private parlour — a room with its own fireplace, its own entrance from the courtyard, and the kind of low-beamed ceiling that makes everyone lean in a little closer.
We've kept the room as it was, adding only a long reclaimed oak table, candlelight, and copper. The stone walls do the rest. It seats up to twenty for a feast, or twelve for a more intimate affair with room to breathe.
Up to 20 Guests
Flexible seating for groups of eight to twenty, with the table dressed to your occasion.
Bespoke Menus
Our head chef creates a custom menu for your evening, built around the season and your preferences.
Dedicated Host
Your own host for the evening, with wine pairing guidance from our sommelier.
Complete Privacy
A separate room with its own entrance, working fireplace, and no interruptions from the main dining room.
Your Menu, Your Evening
The Bespoke Feast
Every Snug dinner begins with a conversation. Tell us the occasion, the number of guests, and any preferences — our chef builds a seasonal tasting menu around your evening. Here are three ways we typically shape the feast.
The Sharing Feast
Family-Style Platters
Generous sharing plates down the centre of the table — seasonal dishes designed to be passed, torn into, and argued over. The most relaxed way to dine in The Snug. Five to seven courses, served at the table's pace.
From £55 per person
The Tasting Menu
Coursed & Paired
A structured tasting menu with individually plated courses, each paired with a natural wine chosen by our sommelier. The most immersive way to experience the kitchen's craft. Seven or nine courses.
From £75 per person
The Wine Evening
Cellar Supper
A wine-led evening where the sommelier curates a journey through our cellar, with dishes designed to illuminate each bottle. Perfect for wine-curious groups or collectors. Five wines, five courses.
From £85 per person
All menus are tailored to your group. We gladly accommodate dietary requirements, allergies, and specific requests. A 50% deposit secures your date, with the balance settled on the evening.
Private Dining Room East Sussex
Enquire About The Snug
Tell us about your occasion and we'll begin shaping your evening. We'll come back to you within 24 hours with ideas, availability, and a tailored menu proposal.
The Snug is available Wednesday to Sunday, for both lunch and dinner gatherings. We recommend booking at least two weeks in advance for weekend dates.