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The Jolly Sportsman

4.0 star property
The Jolly Sportsman welcomes pets in its dedicated off-leash area while guests enjoy freshly cooked breakfasts and relax with drinks at the inviting bar

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Located in a national park, The Jolly Sportsman offers a welcoming retreat with breakfast cooked to order. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar, relax in the garden or sunny terrace, and use luggage storage and concierge services while exploring nearby nature trails.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
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About this property

The Jolly Sportsman

  • Upscale bed & breakfast near Plumpton Racecourse
  • Located close to University of Sussex and American Express Stadium, The Jolly Sportsman provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
    • Free self-parking
    • An off-lead area, outdoor furniture and concierge services
    • Luggage storage and secured bike storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 100-cm Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and satellite channels
    • Highchairs, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
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
Property Registration Number 13571766

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Jolly Sportsman pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Jolly Sportsman ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Jolly Sportsman located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Plumpton Racecourse, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station and South Downs National Park. Glyndebourne Opera House and American Express Stadium are also within 9 mi (15 km). Plumpton Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and quirky premises with cosy breakfast nook - you can sleep peacefully surrounded by home comforts!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice and relaxing stay in the tranquil sussex countryside with our dog. Food, drink and service all great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great food and rooms in a beautiful country setting with lots of country walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were polite but unfortunately the room we were in was next to pipes that clanged all night. The room was very small and hot, although newly renovated. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fantastic with our stay and the staff were absolutely incredible. We wouldnt want them to change anything and we will certainly be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cormac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great country pub with rooms

Great food, great in room services and a very comfortable room. I will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Good for Glyndebourne

Wellequipped bedroom and an excellent restaurant with helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everyone was very nice & helpful! Beautiful country side and excellent food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Everything was excellent, location, lovely garden with newly built outdoor bar, food was great, room was modern and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very comfortable stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Jolly Sportsman. The room was very comfortable, the staff very friendly and the pub was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Amenities
The inside of both the restaurant and bedroom was wonderful, the ladies serving dinner and breakfast were both friendly and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend break

We had a great stay at the jolly sportsman dinner and breakfast very nice shall be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Really nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply lovely break

Such a lovely location, beautiful country pub, amazing food. It is the staff that keep these things too such a great standard, Chrissie was such a wonderful host, it felt like home for a couple of days.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pub was in a charming, rural location but easy to find. Lovely gardens. We ate dinner the first night and it was so good we booked for the next night. Bedroom comfy and well supplied. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything I look for.

Would highly recommend. Very welcoming and helpful staff, very tastefully decorated, spotlessly clean, safe and secure, quiet and great food. Everything I look for when staying away for work.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PALLAB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Week in the English Countryside

The staff at the Jolly Sportsmen were exceptionally attentive and nothing was too much trouble for them. The chefs were excellent and we really enjoyed the breakfasts and evening meals we had there
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs S A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful find

Stylish, cosy, intimate pub. Excellent food in the restaurant with locally sourced food, wine and beer. Bedroom was chic, comfortable, spacious and clean. The staff were all lovely. A really enjoyable stay and we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RIcharD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A liitle gem

Delightful setting despite solid rain for 2 days. Tucked away so absolute silence at night. Food was amazing and loads sourced from on site garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a lucky find. A gem . Gastro pub with rooms . We stayed 2 nights enjoyed their had crafted clarified cocktails and excellent meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay last year. The room was big and really warm. We loved our homemade truffles and the cordial. The breakfast in the morning was a delight and cooked to perfection. The staff clearly love their jobs everyone smiling at each other super helpful. No hesitation with coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully unassuming from the outside. Once you enter the restaurant and bar you immediately feel the relaxed atmosphere. The dining area is lovely. Our room was absolutely gorgeous. Everything you needed was provided. The ensuite was stunning. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Booked a 2 night stay to go to Plumpton races. Sadly races suspended due to weather so decided to leave and make the long journey home to Manchester. This is no reflection on hotel. Room was large, clean and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. Staff friendly and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and such a beautiful place! Room was very comfortable and with a lot of little treats. Very clean and lovely! Good shower and lovely touch with all soaps and shampoo provided! Bottle of vino was an amazing treat! Breakfast was delicious and staff was so friendly and polite! Very comfortable beds and the decor was very tasteful. Beautiful location and plenty of parking space! Thank you for amazing experience we had and we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Countryside enfolded the TJS and as soon as we walked in we were made to feel welcomed. Our room was clean and fresh. Everything you needed had been thought of, big walk-in shower. fluffy robes, small fridge with water and milk for your tea. We only had breakfast but was freshly cooked and lasted us all day. We loved our stay and would definitely go back. TJS gets our thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024