Long Man Inn
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and bike storage.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and bike storage.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Long Man Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Long Man Inn in Polegate, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Long Man of Wilmington. This bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from The English Wine Centre and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Drusillas Park.
What's nearby
Long Man of Wilmington(0.6 miles)
The English Wine Centre(1.8 miles)
Drusillas Park(1.8 miles)
St Andrew Church(2.1 miles)
South Downs National Park(2.2 miles)
Arlington Bluebell Walk(2.3 miles)
Campbell Circuit(2.7 miles)
Arlington Reservoir and Nature Reserve(2.9 miles)
Charleston Farmhouse(3 miles)
Michelham Priory(3.5 miles)
Arlington Stadium(3.6 miles)
Charleston Farmhouse(4.5 miles)
Willingdon Golf Club(4.7 miles)
Knockhatch Adventure Park(5.1 miles)
Seven Sisters Country Park(5.2 miles)
The nearest major airport is Gatwick Airport (LGW)(41.5 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Free Parking
Parking Onsite
Location
The Street, Wilmington, Polegate, Wealden District, England, United Kingdom
Long Man of Wilmington (0.6 miles)
The English Wine Centre (1.8 miles)
Drusillas Park (1.8 miles)
St Andrew Church (2.1 miles)
South Downs National Park (2.2 miles)
Arlington Bluebell Walk (2.3 miles)
Room options
6
Standard Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
178 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Deluxe Double Room
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
6
Comfort Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
145 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Long Man Inn
9.7
Exceptional
Based on 113 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Long Man Inn, travellers highlight very welcoming staff, clean and recently refurbished rooms, tasty pub food with strong breakfasts, and a quiet, scenic countryside setting ideal for walks near the Long Man and South Downs, with dog-friendly hospitality.
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At Long Man Inn, travellers highlight very welcoming staff, clean and recently refurbished rooms, tasty pub food with strong breakfasts, and a quiet, scenic countryside setting ideal for walks near the Long Man and South Downs, with dog-friendly hospitality.
Guests also appreciate the characterful pub atmosphere and selection of local ales. Repeated critiques include limited cold breakfast options (such as cereals or yogurt) and a few comments about small or soft beds and personal pillow or duvet preferences. Expect a relaxed, well-run village pub stay with comfortable rooms.
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Facilities
As a pub with rooms, the bar and local ales are praised. The property is notably dog friendly; several guests mention being welcomed with dogs.
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Timothy
Nov 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
So much to like about this property and our stay - quirky but comfortable hotel and rooms, lovely staff, amazing food and decent choice of local beers. I would very happily recommend and hope to stay again. Thankyou!
So much to like about this property and our stay - quirky but comfortable hotel and rooms, lovely staff, amazing food and decent choice of local beers. I would very happily recommend and hope to stay again. Thankyou!
10
JAYNE BARBARA
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
10
Mike
May 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely inn, beautifully decorated, two friendly dogs, friendly staff, friendly locals (who didn't mind that we won the pub quiz), great breakfasts, well cooked dinners... My only quibble was that the mattress was too soft for my poor bad back (but would suit plenty of others).
Lovely inn, beautifully decorated, two friendly dogs, friendly staff, friendly locals (who didn't mind that we won the pub quiz), great breakfasts, well cooked dinners... My only quibble was that the mattress was too soft for my poor bad back (but would suit plenty of others).
10
Scott
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely inn, made to feel very welcome. Great food and selection of local ales. Nearby country side walks are ace
Lovely inn, made to feel very welcome. Great food and selection of local ales. Nearby country side walks are ace
10
Darren
Mar 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for a business trip. Everyone was very friendly, ended up staying up too late drinking the local ale with the regulars. Food was amazing the rooms are comfortable and everything seems new. Will stay again.
Stayed for a business trip. Everyone was very friendly, ended up staying up too late drinking the local ale with the regulars. Food was amazing the rooms are comfortable and everything seems new. Will stay again.
10
Josephine
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful fully refurbished hotel, bedroom was lovely. Very dog friendly & great location to see The Long Man! Dinner was amazing, breakfast was good but no buffet table for fruit/yogarts etc
Beautiful fully refurbished hotel, bedroom was lovely. Very dog friendly & great location to see The Long Man! Dinner was amazing, breakfast was good but no buffet table for fruit/yogarts etc
8
David
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully redesigned interior with fresh colours and period furniture. We loved all the details such as the books and real art work by local artists in the bedroom. Lovely bar and good breakfast with a great display of art on the theme of the Long Man. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting The Long Man and Lewes.
Beautifully redesigned interior with fresh colours and period furniture. We loved all the details such as the books and real art work by local artists in the bedroom. Lovely bar and good breakfast with a great display of art on the theme of the Long Man. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting The Long Man and Lewes.
10
Paul
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great night stay good food lovely people looked after us & our dogs will be back again!!
Great night stay good food lovely people looked after us & our dogs will be back again!!
10
David
Jan 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazingly welcoming pub/b&b! The owners were so kind and welcoming to us and our dog.. they even let her trot around the pub off lead! Would totally recommend a stay here. Lovely rooms, lovely people, lovely experience!
Amazingly welcoming pub/b&b! The owners were so kind and welcoming to us and our dog.. they even let her trot around the pub off lead! Would totally recommend a stay here. Lovely rooms, lovely people, lovely experience!
10
Joanna
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming hotel, in a countryside location with lots of walks nearby. Dogs welcome. Excellent food.
Very welcoming hotel, in a countryside location with lots of walks nearby. Dogs welcome. Excellent food.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are consistently described as very clean or spotless, and the property feels well kept.
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JAYNE BARBARA
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
10
Mathilde
Apr 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed for one night and really loved my time there. The room was so lovely and clean, bathroom was beautiful. I slept so well and then had a yummy breakfast! Thank you! Would recommend!
I stayed for one night and really loved my time there. The room was so lovely and clean, bathroom was beautiful. I slept so well and then had a yummy breakfast! Thank you! Would recommend!
10
Phil
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay good food great staff clean and very comfortable could not fault it in anyway.perfect thank you once again Phil Jane & lyla.
Great place to stay good food great staff clean and very comfortable could not fault it in anyway.perfect thank you once again Phil Jane & lyla.
8
Ann
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Charming village pub with tasteful, understated period decor throughout. Our room and the whole premises were clean, comfortable and well maintained. Staff were helpful and plenty of local information (books, guides etc.) was provided.The only disappointment was the food; what we ate was of good quality and well prepared but choice was limited, especially at breakfast.
Charming village pub with tasteful, understated period decor throughout. Our room and the whole premises were clean, comfortable and well maintained. Staff were helpful and plenty of local information (books, guides etc.) was provided.The only disappointment was the food; what we ate was of good quality and well prepared but choice was limited, especially at breakfast.
10
Joe
Feb 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely spotless rooms. Extremely welcoming hosts. A definite recommend. Many thanks.
Absolutely spotless rooms. Extremely welcoming hosts. A definite recommend. Many thanks.
10
Elena
Mar 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cozy rooms with a very comfy bed and new bathrooms. It was super clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and the food was delicious. We will be back!
Cozy rooms with a very comfy bed and new bathrooms. It was super clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and the food was delicious. We will be back!
10
Lorraine
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Big clean room and shower, welcoming staff
Big clean room and shower, welcoming staff
10
Sandra
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Long Man Inn was a great find! We stayed after our visit to Glyndebourne and our room was perfect: spotless clean, comfortable, and quiet. The breakfast was fantastic, delicious and very filling. We’d love to stay again.
Long Man Inn was a great find! We stayed after our visit to Glyndebourne and our room was perfect: spotless clean, comfortable, and quiet. The breakfast was fantastic, delicious and very filling. We’d love to stay again.
10
Richard
Nov 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great pl lace, welcoming, fab room, clean, all amenities, GR8 breakfast. Would defo visit again.
Great pl lace, welcoming, fab room, clean, all amenities, GR8 breakfast. Would defo visit again.
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Sam
Dec 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely overnight stay at a pretty little place. My wife and I enjoyed a rare evening away without kids. Room was ready when we arrived, so we were able to check in a little early. Had a drink at the bar prior to taking bags up to the room - perk of staying above a pub! Staff were friendly when checking in. Room was very clean and comfortable, with a nice en suite and good facilities. Nice views of the south downs as well. If I have one criticism, it would be that the bed was small. But the room was advertised as having a double bed, so we knew about this in advance. Being 6ft3 it was a bit of a squish, but not the end of the world. We had lunch at the pub. Burger was from local butcher and locally sourced meat. Very tasty. Local beer as well. Was conveniently only 5 minutes or so walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, which we did in the afternoon. Recommend hiking up and around the Long Man for spectacular views. In the evening we went to Alfriston for dinner at a 14th Century pub. Very atmospheric. Only a 5 minute drive away. Cooked breakfast was included. Locally sourced produce again, and well cooked. Would recommend.
Lovely overnight stay at a pretty little place. My wife and I enjoyed a rare evening away without kids. Room was ready when we arrived, so we were able to check in a little early. Had a drink at the bar prior to taking bags up to the room - perk of staying above a pub! Staff were friendly when checking in. Room was very clean and comfortable, with a nice en suite and good facilities. Nice views of the south downs as well. If I have one criticism, it would be that the bed was small. But the room was advertised as having a double bed, so we knew about this in advance. Being 6ft3 it was a bit of a squish, but not the end of the world. We had lunch at the pub. Burger was from local butcher and locally sourced meat. Very tasty. Local beer as well. Was conveniently only 5 minutes or so walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, which we did in the afternoon. Recommend hiking up and around the Long Man for spectacular views. In the evening we went to Alfriston for dinner at a 14th Century pub. Very atmospheric. Only a 5 minute drive away. Cooked breakfast was included. Locally sourced produce again, and well cooked. Would recommend.
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Rooms
Rooms are recently refurbished, comfortable and stylish, with features like new bathrooms and some pleasant views; several are noted as quiet. A few guests found double beds small or mattresses too soft, and mentioned personal pillow or duvet preferences.
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Victoria
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent 1 night-stay near the Long Man of Wilmington. Perfect if you also want to explore South Downs/Seven Sisters Cliff - Room was nice, staff was friendly, food was great. Only changes I would suggest are option of thinner pillows/summer duvet during summer months, and milk for the tea offered in the bedroom.
Excellent 1 night-stay near the Long Man of Wilmington. Perfect if you also want to explore South Downs/Seven Sisters Cliff - Room was nice, staff was friendly, food was great. Only changes I would suggest are option of thinner pillows/summer duvet during summer months, and milk for the tea offered in the bedroom.
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Timothy
Nov 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
So much to like about this property and our stay - quirky but comfortable hotel and rooms, lovely staff, amazing food and decent choice of local beers. I would very happily recommend and hope to stay again. Thankyou!
So much to like about this property and our stay - quirky but comfortable hotel and rooms, lovely staff, amazing food and decent choice of local beers. I would very happily recommend and hope to stay again. Thankyou!
10
Andrew
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely nights stay, very comfortable well appointed room with extremely comfy bed. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast was great too.
A lovely nights stay, very comfortable well appointed room with extremely comfy bed. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast was great too.
8
sabir
Mar 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean place to stay.The double bed was a bit small and the mattress was soft so struggled to sleep well . Breakfast on Sunday was served at 830 ,felt that was a bit. Apart from that great place to stay
Nice clean place to stay.The double bed was a bit small and the mattress was soft so struggled to sleep well . Breakfast on Sunday was served at 830 ,felt that was a bit. Apart from that great place to stay
10
Paula
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice pub b&b outside of Eastbourne Food was lovely and the bedroom was a great size and nicely furnished.
Very nice pub b&b outside of Eastbourne Food was lovely and the bedroom was a great size and nicely furnished.
10
Bill
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub with great rooms. Very comfy. Electric car charging which was a nice bonus
Lovely pub with great rooms. Very comfy. Electric car charging which was a nice bonus
10
Andrew
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely old pub with modern and comfortable rooms. There is a general theme of "The Long Man" which gives the pub character. I would stay here again.
A lovely old pub with modern and comfortable rooms. There is a general theme of "The Long Man" which gives the pub character. I would stay here again.
10
Elena
Mar 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cozy rooms with a very comfy bed and new bathrooms. It was super clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and the food was delicious. We will be back!
Cozy rooms with a very comfy bed and new bathrooms. It was super clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and the food was delicious. We will be back!
8
Sam
Dec 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely overnight stay at a pretty little place. My wife and I enjoyed a rare evening away without kids. Room was ready when we arrived, so we were able to check in a little early. Had a drink at the bar prior to taking bags up to the room - perk of staying above a pub! Staff were friendly when checking in. Room was very clean and comfortable, with a nice en suite and good facilities. Nice views of the south downs as well. If I have one criticism, it would be that the bed was small. But the room was advertised as having a double bed, so we knew about this in advance. Being 6ft3 it was a bit of a squish, but not the end of the world. We had lunch at the pub. Burger was from local butcher and locally sourced meat. Very tasty. Local beer as well. Was conveniently only 5 minutes or so walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, which we did in the afternoon. Recommend hiking up and around the Long Man for spectacular views. In the evening we went to Alfriston for dinner at a 14th Century pub. Very atmospheric. Only a 5 minute drive away. Cooked breakfast was included. Locally sourced produce again, and well cooked. Would recommend.
Lovely overnight stay at a pretty little place. My wife and I enjoyed a rare evening away without kids. Room was ready when we arrived, so we were able to check in a little early. Had a drink at the bar prior to taking bags up to the room - perk of staying above a pub! Staff were friendly when checking in. Room was very clean and comfortable, with a nice en suite and good facilities. Nice views of the south downs as well. If I have one criticism, it would be that the bed was small. But the room was advertised as having a double bed, so we knew about this in advance. Being 6ft3 it was a bit of a squish, but not the end of the world. We had lunch at the pub. Burger was from local butcher and locally sourced meat. Very tasty. Local beer as well. Was conveniently only 5 minutes or so walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, which we did in the afternoon. Recommend hiking up and around the Long Man for spectacular views. In the evening we went to Alfriston for dinner at a 14th Century pub. Very atmospheric. Only a 5 minute drive away. Cooked breakfast was included. Locally sourced produce again, and well cooked. Would recommend.
10
Andrea
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Long Man Inn is a fantastic place to stay if you want to visit Seven Sisters and the Eastbourne coast. Great walks on the doorstep. The rooms have recently been refurbished and ours was very clean and comfortable. It's great to see reuasable soap dispensers and a thoughtful coffee/tea tray. We had an evening meal which was fantastic, as was the cooked breakfast. Relaxed and attentive service. Thank you
The Long Man Inn is a fantastic place to stay if you want to visit Seven Sisters and the Eastbourne coast. Great walks on the doorstep. The rooms have recently been refurbished and ours was very clean and comfortable. It's great to see reuasable soap dispensers and a thoughtful coffee/tea tray. We had an evening meal which was fantastic, as was the cooked breakfast. Relaxed and attentive service. Thank you
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Service
Staff and owners are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming and helpful, with a relaxed, attentive approach. Late arrivals and early departures were accommodated, including prepared breakfast boxes and flexible check-in.
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JAYNE BARBARA
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
8
Emilie
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice pub with lovely rooms. I had to leave before the allotted breakfast time but they kindly provided a breakfast box with a croissant and pastries.
Nice pub with lovely rooms. I had to leave before the allotted breakfast time but they kindly provided a breakfast box with a croissant and pastries.
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Joanna
Feb 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, with good facilities and well presented. A warm welcome and great venue, setting and location. Would recommend.
Lovely room, with good facilities and well presented. A warm welcome and great venue, setting and location. Would recommend.
10
Paul
Nov 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub with excellent staff everyone friendly will definitely return.
Lovely pub with excellent staff everyone friendly will definitely return.
10
Mel
Jan 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fabulous stay. Loved the room, the food, everything. What we noticed the most was the warmth of the welcome throughout our stay. We will definitely be back.
We had a fabulous stay. Loved the room, the food, everything. What we noticed the most was the warmth of the welcome throughout our stay. We will definitely be back.
10
James
Apr 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and helpful staff, very well-appointed pub/rooms, excellent location for exploring East Sussex. We had a relaxing and happy stay here.
Friendly and helpful staff, very well-appointed pub/rooms, excellent location for exploring East Sussex. We had a relaxing and happy stay here.
10
Stephen
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming staff and super helpful. Fantastic pub and great breakfast there.
Very welcoming staff and super helpful. Fantastic pub and great breakfast there.
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David
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully redesigned interior with fresh colours and period furniture. We loved all the details such as the books and real art work by local artists in the bedroom. Lovely bar and good breakfast with a great display of art on the theme of the Long Man. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting The Long Man and Lewes.
Beautifully redesigned interior with fresh colours and period furniture. We loved all the details such as the books and real art work by local artists in the bedroom. Lovely bar and good breakfast with a great display of art on the theme of the Long Man. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting The Long Man and Lewes.
10
Joe
Feb 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely spotless rooms. Extremely welcoming hosts. A definite recommend. Many thanks.
Absolutely spotless rooms. Extremely welcoming hosts. A definite recommend. Many thanks.
10
Stephen
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Extra friendly staff and really helpful. Arrived quite late and made to feel welcome. Great decorated pub and great breakfast.
Extra friendly staff and really helpful. Arrived quite late and made to feel welcome. Great decorated pub and great breakfast.
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Location
Rural village setting near the Long Man of Wilmington and South Downs, with great walks and access to Seven Sisters, Eastbourne, Lewes and Alfriston. Often described as quiet and ideal for walkers.
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Victoria
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent 1 night-stay near the Long Man of Wilmington. Perfect if you also want to explore South Downs/Seven Sisters Cliff - Room was nice, staff was friendly, food was great. Only changes I would suggest are option of thinner pillows/summer duvet during summer months, and milk for the tea offered in the bedroom.
Excellent 1 night-stay near the Long Man of Wilmington. Perfect if you also want to explore South Downs/Seven Sisters Cliff - Room was nice, staff was friendly, food was great. Only changes I would suggest are option of thinner pillows/summer duvet during summer months, and milk for the tea offered in the bedroom.
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Josephine
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful fully refurbished hotel, bedroom was lovely. Very dog friendly & great location to see The Long Man! Dinner was amazing, breakfast was good but no buffet table for fruit/yogarts etc
Beautiful fully refurbished hotel, bedroom was lovely. Very dog friendly & great location to see The Long Man! Dinner was amazing, breakfast was good but no buffet table for fruit/yogarts etc
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James
Apr 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and helpful staff, very well-appointed pub/rooms, excellent location for exploring East Sussex. We had a relaxing and happy stay here.
Friendly and helpful staff, very well-appointed pub/rooms, excellent location for exploring East Sussex. We had a relaxing and happy stay here.
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Hilary
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly, great breakfast, perfect location for walking
Friendly, great breakfast, perfect location for walking
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David
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully redesigned interior with fresh colours and period furniture. We loved all the details such as the books and real art work by local artists in the bedroom. Lovely bar and good breakfast with a great display of art on the theme of the Long Man. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting The Long Man and Lewes.
Beautifully redesigned interior with fresh colours and period furniture. We loved all the details such as the books and real art work by local artists in the bedroom. Lovely bar and good breakfast with a great display of art on the theme of the Long Man. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location for visiting The Long Man and Lewes.
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Dorothy
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely rural pub. Well decorated throughout. Really good food, fresh , tasty and hot. Friendly staff, nothing too much trouble. Good place to stay for walking and visiting local villages.
Lovely rural pub. Well decorated throughout. Really good food, fresh , tasty and hot. Friendly staff, nothing too much trouble. Good place to stay for walking and visiting local villages.
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Sam
Dec 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely overnight stay at a pretty little place. My wife and I enjoyed a rare evening away without kids. Room was ready when we arrived, so we were able to check in a little early. Had a drink at the bar prior to taking bags up to the room - perk of staying above a pub! Staff were friendly when checking in. Room was very clean and comfortable, with a nice en suite and good facilities. Nice views of the south downs as well. If I have one criticism, it would be that the bed was small. But the room was advertised as having a double bed, so we knew about this in advance. Being 6ft3 it was a bit of a squish, but not the end of the world. We had lunch at the pub. Burger was from local butcher and locally sourced meat. Very tasty. Local beer as well. Was conveniently only 5 minutes or so walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, which we did in the afternoon. Recommend hiking up and around the Long Man for spectacular views. In the evening we went to Alfriston for dinner at a 14th Century pub. Very atmospheric. Only a 5 minute drive away. Cooked breakfast was included. Locally sourced produce again, and well cooked. Would recommend.
Lovely overnight stay at a pretty little place. My wife and I enjoyed a rare evening away without kids. Room was ready when we arrived, so we were able to check in a little early. Had a drink at the bar prior to taking bags up to the room - perk of staying above a pub! Staff were friendly when checking in. Room was very clean and comfortable, with a nice en suite and good facilities. Nice views of the south downs as well. If I have one criticism, it would be that the bed was small. But the room was advertised as having a double bed, so we knew about this in advance. Being 6ft3 it was a bit of a squish, but not the end of the world. We had lunch at the pub. Burger was from local butcher and locally sourced meat. Very tasty. Local beer as well. Was conveniently only 5 minutes or so walk to the Long Man of Wilmington, which we did in the afternoon. Recommend hiking up and around the Long Man for spectacular views. In the evening we went to Alfriston for dinner at a 14th Century pub. Very atmospheric. Only a 5 minute drive away. Cooked breakfast was included. Locally sourced produce again, and well cooked. Would recommend.
10
Andrea
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Long Man Inn is a fantastic place to stay if you want to visit Seven Sisters and the Eastbourne coast. Great walks on the doorstep. The rooms have recently been refurbished and ours was very clean and comfortable. It's great to see reuasable soap dispensers and a thoughtful coffee/tea tray. We had an evening meal which was fantastic, as was the cooked breakfast. Relaxed and attentive service. Thank you
The Long Man Inn is a fantastic place to stay if you want to visit Seven Sisters and the Eastbourne coast. Great walks on the doorstep. The rooms have recently been refurbished and ours was very clean and comfortable. It's great to see reuasable soap dispensers and a thoughtful coffee/tea tray. We had an evening meal which was fantastic, as was the cooked breakfast. Relaxed and attentive service. Thank you
10
Joanna
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming hotel, in a countryside location with lots of walks nearby. Dogs welcome. Excellent food.
Very welcoming hotel, in a countryside location with lots of walks nearby. Dogs welcome. Excellent food.
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Grahame
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great stay at the Long Man Inn. Very quiet location, great hosts and staff, brilliant food and beer. A great redevelopment of the original building into a pub with great rooms.
Great stay at the Long Man Inn. Very quiet location, great hosts and staff, brilliant food and beer. A great redevelopment of the original building into a pub with great rooms.
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Dining
Food receives strong praise across dinners and breakfasts, with quality, well-cooked produce and popular local ales. Recurring feedback notes limited cold breakfast options (e.g., cereals, yogurt, juice), though cooked breakfasts are consistently enjoyed.
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JAYNE BARBARA
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
Staff were exceptional and could not be better Breakfast First Class wholesome food with an option Room and Bathroom were spotless Furniture was a little dated Bar had just what you needed and served with pride and a smile Overall would recommend to anybody
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Deborah
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We used the pub as we were visiting family the next day & live in Devon. The room was nice, well fitted out & comfortable. The atmosphere was almost like staying at someone's house, very relaxed & cosy. The food was really good, I recommend the blue cheese burger! Breakfast was excellent although I'd have like an option of cereal & orange juice in addition to the menu options. Staff were excellent & very helpful, although top marks go to Guiness, the pup cockapoo, who is an absolute star!!! We'll definitely return when we next come up to Sussex.
We used the pub as we were visiting family the next day & live in Devon. The room was nice, well fitted out & comfortable. The atmosphere was almost like staying at someone's house, very relaxed & cosy. The food was really good, I recommend the blue cheese burger! Breakfast was excellent although I'd have like an option of cereal & orange juice in addition to the menu options. Staff were excellent & very helpful, although top marks go to Guiness, the pup cockapoo, who is an absolute star!!! We'll definitely return when we next come up to Sussex.
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Josephine
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful fully refurbished hotel, bedroom was lovely. Very dog friendly & great location to see The Long Man! Dinner was amazing, breakfast was good but no buffet table for fruit/yogarts etc
Beautiful fully refurbished hotel, bedroom was lovely. Very dog friendly & great location to see The Long Man! Dinner was amazing, breakfast was good but no buffet table for fruit/yogarts etc
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Lesley
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a shame they didn’t offer cereals or yoghurts etc at breakfast for those who don’t like a cooked breakfast. I just ended up with toast which seemed a bit poor for the price of the room.
Just a shame they didn’t offer cereals or yoghurts etc at breakfast for those who don’t like a cooked breakfast. I just ended up with toast which seemed a bit poor for the price of the room.
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Andrew
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely nights stay, very comfortable well appointed room with extremely comfy bed. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast was great too.
A lovely nights stay, very comfortable well appointed room with extremely comfy bed. We enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast was great too.
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Monique
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful place to stay. The room was perfect. The staff great and food excellent. Loved the breakfast each day. Highly recommend staying here.
A wonderful place to stay. The room was perfect. The staff great and food excellent. Loved the breakfast each day. Highly recommend staying here.
8
Ann
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Charming village pub with tasteful, understated period decor throughout. Our room and the whole premises were clean, comfortable and well maintained. Staff were helpful and plenty of local information (books, guides etc.) was provided.The only disappointment was the food; what we ate was of good quality and well prepared but choice was limited, especially at breakfast.
Charming village pub with tasteful, understated period decor throughout. Our room and the whole premises were clean, comfortable and well maintained. Staff were helpful and plenty of local information (books, guides etc.) was provided.The only disappointment was the food; what we ate was of good quality and well prepared but choice was limited, especially at breakfast.
10
Dorothy
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely rural pub. Well decorated throughout. Really good food, fresh , tasty and hot. Friendly staff, nothing too much trouble. Good place to stay for walking and visiting local villages.
Lovely rural pub. Well decorated throughout. Really good food, fresh , tasty and hot. Friendly staff, nothing too much trouble. Good place to stay for walking and visiting local villages.
10
KAREN
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A proper pub with rooms. Friendly staff and a clean comfortable room made for a lovely stay after walking the South Downs way from Eastbourne. Evening meal was very nice and breakfast was fantastic. Would definitely recommend.
A proper pub with rooms. Friendly staff and a clean comfortable room made for a lovely stay after walking the South Downs way from Eastbourne. Evening meal was very nice and breakfast was fantastic. Would definitely recommend.
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Andrea
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Long Man Inn is a fantastic place to stay if you want to visit Seven Sisters and the Eastbourne coast. Great walks on the doorstep. The rooms have recently been refurbished and ours was very clean and comfortable. It's great to see reuasable soap dispensers and a thoughtful coffee/tea tray. We had an evening meal which was fantastic, as was the cooked breakfast. Relaxed and attentive service. Thank you
The Long Man Inn is a fantastic place to stay if you want to visit Seven Sisters and the Eastbourne coast. Great walks on the doorstep. The rooms have recently been refurbished and ours was very clean and comfortable. It's great to see reuasable soap dispensers and a thoughtful coffee/tea tray. We had an evening meal which was fantastic, as was the cooked breakfast. Relaxed and attentive service. Thank you
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Joanna
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Our room at the Inn absolutely exceeded our expectations and made our night away from parental responsibilities that much more special :) The room is big, the bed is very comfortable, the TV has Netflix, the bathroom has a shower and a bathtub. AND there’s a pub downstairs. The team at the pub was very helpful and pleasant. We had a very lovely stay.
Our room at the Inn absolutely exceeded our expectations and made our night away from parental responsibilities that much more special :) The room is big, the bed is very comfortable, the TV has Netflix, the bathroom has a shower and a bathtub. AND there’s a pub downstairs. The team at the pub was very helpful and pleasant. We had a very lovely stay.
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Kate
Sep 16, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful dinner and breakfast...delicious!
Beautiful dinner and breakfast...delicious!
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Loretta
Aug 2, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Pub staff on arrival friendly and talkative. Room was pleasant with a very nice bath, shower and toilet . Broken blind but a note to say was being fixed… fair explanation. Good breakfast , but ask for your fruit juice☺️ Nice location and good for visiting nearby locations. De-luxe room….. not sure what constitutes ‘de-luxe for the extra money but hey—ho.. bedding nice and clean, although wasnt tidied for our second night ? Over all an enjoyable few days
Pub staff on arrival friendly and talkative. Room was pleasant with a very nice bath, shower and toilet . Broken blind but a note to say was being fixed… fair explanation. Good breakfast , but ask for your fruit juice☺️ Nice location and good for visiting nearby locations. De-luxe room….. not sure what constitutes ‘de-luxe for the extra money but hey—ho.. bedding nice and clean, although wasnt tidied for our second night ? Over all an enjoyable few days
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Jean
Jun 23, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A great location for visiting the coast which was quiet considering how close it was to a main road. A lovely clean room with all necessary features. The breakfast was good. I would stay there again.
A great location for visiting the coast which was quiet considering how close it was to a main road. A lovely clean room with all necessary features. The breakfast was good. I would stay there again.
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Richard
May 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Situated in a lovely area of the Sussex Downs this small country pub provided ideal accommodation for our visit to Glyndbourne. Clean, simple but well appointed accommodation, with a good breakfast provided in the morning. Long Man Best Ale in cask available at the bar, which was a treat.
Situated in a lovely area of the Sussex Downs this small country pub provided ideal accommodation for our visit to Glyndbourne. Clean, simple but well appointed accommodation, with a good breakfast provided in the morning. Long Man Best Ale in cask available at the bar, which was a treat.
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From 15:00 to 21:00
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FAQs about Long Man Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self parking is available onsite.
What type of breakfast is offered and when is it served?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Polegate, within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Seven Sisters Country Park. It is approximately 6.7 miles from Eastbourne Pier and 6.8 miles from Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club.
What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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- 2026-11-29: 141.27567926376344USD
- 2026-11-30: 151.23827159591676USD
- 2026-12-01: 145.00614421737671USD
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- 2026-12-14: 143.45105467746734USD
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- 2026-12-16: 151.05306938301086USD
- 2026-12-17: 151.2283037880707USD
- 2026-12-18: 151.04305010627746USD
- 2026-12-19: 151.05306938301086USD
- 2026-12-20: 151.22826947547912USD
- 2026-12-21: 151.22826947547912USD
There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Please be aware that 3 dogs reside at this property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 16 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: GBP 75 per accommodation, per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
- Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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