The Blacksmiths Head

We went in, nobody in the bar which looked run down. Decided to go elsewhere only to be chased by a women who appeared to be desperate for our custom.

There aren't many lagers on tap to choose from, but the service was excellent and the food was amazing. The prices are very affordable and the portions are quite generous. I will definitely be returning here in the future.

Whilst the overall impression is slightly run down, the service is welcoming, the range of drinks is perfectly adequate and the food is pub-typical. In fact it is a normal country pub. These places need your visit as they are disappearing all too quickly. Ver carta

I visited this restaurant for the first time and was blown away by the incredible burgers. They were homemade and generously sized. While the menu offers other options, I highly recommend visiting on Tuesdays for half-price burger night. I will definitely be returning, and I'm considering trying the Sunday Roast next time.

Here for a light lunch on a Sunday; I had a tuna sandwich which at £6.50 was a joke when it was served with a very cooked salad. I ordered a side order of chips £3.00 in a small mug which were a bit dear. My wife ordered fish and chips which came with overdone peas and a tasteless batter. It was OK. I came away very disappointed.

Catherine and her team hosted a fantastic Christmas Party for our firm of 45 people. They produced a delicious 3 course meal, including vegan and gluten free options. The pub was beautifully decorated and the staff lovely. We were made to feel very welcome and the feedback from everyone was that it was the best venue we had every held an event at. Ver carta

We were looking for somewhere near Gatwick to meet up with the Family. There were 6 of us and I chose The Blacksmiths Head with some reservations but we had a great evening. I don't normally eat burgers but these were really tasty and thoroughly enjoyed by all. Desserts were also very nice. The service was a bit slow but we didn't mind that given the food was well prepared and tasty. Nice casual place.

I was not intending to visit the pub, but was simply returning home with my car that had been in the garage. They had not closed the bonnet properly, so I pulled into the car park to fix it. The pub was closed, and a woman who I assume is the landlady came out and reprimanded me for being on private property. I turned my car around and rolled down the window to explain my actions, but she accused me of being rude, even though I had not spoken a word. Perhaps she was under the influence of drugs or something.

Came here for lunch en route to Standen on Good Friday. It was a spur of the moment thing. We sat in the small but pleasant garden. Limited menu today so we opted for the chicken Cajun baguettes each with a portion of onion rings/fries to share. Food was very good. Hot, freshly prepared and cooked to order. Stayed for tea and coffee. Very nice helpful and friendly young man behind the bar. Whilst sitting in the garden we watched a pair of buzzards flying low overhead and also had robin Join us and a variety of butterflies. Joyful. Ver carta