The White Hart Lewes, South East England
A charming 16th century coaching inn located in the South Downs
BookMember since January 2025
Following an extensive refurbishment in 2024, with the addition of an orangery and roof terrace that overlooks the South Downs, a large dining room and cosy bar with characteristic snugs with original open fireplaces for all to enjoy, this really is the place to stay or pop into when visiting beautiful Lewes. This pub with rooms is full of original features such as original oak beams, stone Tudor fireplaces, oak panelling and stylish interiors throughout.
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Classic Lazy Break - Comfy Room
From £100 pppn for a 6 night stay, to £125 pppn for a 1 night stay
Stay in a Comfy and receive:
- Complimentary room upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
- Complementary arrival drink in the bar (house wine, local beer, tea/coffee, soft drink)
- Dinner for two on one evening (£30pp allowance)
- Full breakfast for two daily
- Lazy late check out
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Highlights
- 16th Century coaching inn
- Extensive refurbishment in 2024
- Orangery and roof terrace that overlooks the South Downs
- Dog friendly
- Located in the picturesque and historic Lewes
Where is The White Hart?
The White Hart
55 High St
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 1XE
Good to know
Hotel check-in time:
3:00 PMHotel check-out time:
11:00 AMRestaurant
Opening Times
Pub
Monday - Saturday - 12pm - 11pm
Sunday - 12pm - 10pm
Dining
Monday - Saturday - 12pm - 9:45pm (last sitting)
Sunday - 12pm - 9pm (last sitting)
Dress Code
Smart/Casual
Can you park at The White Hart?
The hotel does not have a car park however there is a drop off point to the side of the property where you can then access the building either by walking up the covered cobbled walk way to the front of the property or by accessing Station Street, walking up to the High Street and entering the Inn from the High Street.
There are a number of pay and display car parks within a few minutes' walk, such as:
The Maltings: BN7 1YT: 3 minutes' walk. 24-hour access
East Street: BN7 2NU: 4 minutes' walk. 24-hour access
Pinwell Road Car Park: BN7 2JS: 5 minutes' walk. 24-hour access
NCP Lewes Eastgate: BN7 2LP: 6 minutes' walk. 24-hour access
Is The White Hart accessible for disabled guests?
As a 16th century listed Inn, it is unfortunately not deemed to be an ‘accessible' property. The property is set across 5 floors and comes with a number of staircases and quirky nooks and crannies. The hotel has been unable to install a lift due to the listed restrictions so they recommend you use the drop off area to the left hand side of the property to enter the property. If you are unable to use the stairs, it would be recommended that you walk up the cobbled street to the side of the property to the front of the pub.
Can children stay at The White Hart?
Children of any age are welcome. Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults.
All cots are subject to availability.
Please contact us to check availability of rooms that are able to accommodate children.
History of the hotel
Alongside the celebrated 18th century chef William Verrall, who originally owned the hotel from 1737 to 1760 and whose recipe book remains in print today. The property was frequently visited by Thomas Paine, the notorious revolutionary whose radical policies inspired the American Declaration of Independence. He formed 'The Headstrong Club' which met regularly in the hotel which is now the large private dining room.
Does The White Hart allow dogs?
The bar and restaurant have numerous dog friendly areas.
The hotel have a handful of dog friendly rooms all of which come with a comfy dog bed and complimentary Digby Dog Pack that includes dog shampoo for when you indulge in the Dog Wash after a long ramble as well as some dog treats too!
A room can take up to 2 dogs and is chargeable at £20 per stay (not per dog or per night). Please contact us for availability of a dog friendly room for your chosen date.
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