The breakfast which was supposed to be included in the price was a joke. A stale croissant and a yoghurt basically…if you want anything else you have to pay for it. So don’t expect a cooked breakfast. Didn’t bother with it after the first morning. WiFi only seemed to partially work in the bedroom and not downstairs. Over our 3 night stay, our room wasn’t serviced at all.

The room was cosy and comfortable. Plenty of hot water. Dinner was very good and we had the most amazing guy look after us. I wish I had got his name. There were 9 of us for dinner and he was so patient, polite, obliging and funny. He was the star of the show!

Stayed in September 2024

The food is great value for money and I would highly recommend having lunch or dinner

Our room was clean and very comfortable. It’s well located to Ashdown Forest and Phoo Corner. Staff are not the most friendly apart from Blake who could not do enough for you fantastic member of staff. The pub is advertised bed and breakfast however the breakfast is supposed to be continental it’s not! It’s cheap prosiest yogurt and Croissant. Other than that you must pay for your breakfast non of this was made clear upon booking and I don’t feel The Bear is good value for money. My final point is if you don’t mind not a poor breakfast and some miserable staff I highly recommend the food do have dinner you will not be disappointed. So other than one nice member of staff and a lovely dinner this would not be enough to make me return.

Stayed in September 2024

We had one very dirty pillowcase which was very off putting. The continental breakfast offer was poor with a rather unfriendly atmosphere.

Love the Winnie the Pooh theme. The rooms were nice (we stayed in Pooh but looked around Piglet too). There are no electric plugs near enough the mirror to enable hair drying. Also our mattress was very poor. I think quite old as it dipped a lot. We didn’t sleep well. Dean was the highlight of our stay. Friendly and welcoming. Evening food was good and Dean and the chef were very kind in providing something not on the menu for a poorly friend. Very good service.

Stayed in September 2024

Include the cost of the breakfast in the price.

Stayed in July 2024

superb place with a great vibe

Stayed in August 2024

Staff very friendly and accommodating. The Pub now has a Cafe section, open for breakfast and coffee.

Stayed in July 2024

Breakfast could have been a little better

Friendly very quant nice village

Stayed in July 2024

The rooms weren’t clean we waited an hour for breakfast which was supposed to be continental all we were given was yoghurts a slice of toast each and some croissants very poor service they have a bar and our room was above it so we could hear everyone talking till closing time

Was in the ideal location for where we wanted to be

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing noted

Fabulous little pub, amazing food and very nice room - amazingly comfortable bed and nice sheets, well appointed and would definitely stay again - great in room temperature controls. Incredible breakfast too ... and only £10 a head!

Stayed in January 2024

There was a little difficulty with the heating but we sorted this out. We also had to wait a while for breakfast but it was lovely when we got it. Room and sheets needed a bit of a clean however. A little pricey but we were happy to pay for the novelty.

We ate at the anchor inn on our last stay to Ashdown Forest and decided to stay this time. We were in the Piglet room which was a twin room. It was spacious and had a nice bathroom and facilities. We had dinner there which was great. It was quiet at night as well which was good since we were over the pub. Location was fantastic and staff were helpful.

Stayed in November 2023

Our room (Pooh) was a little chilly on arrival but did warm up.

Lovely rambling old pub, characterful and unspoilt, with comfortable accommodation (rooms named after Winnie-the-Pooh characters). Great ‘field to fork’ dining. Friendly staff.

Stayed in October 2023

Everything was perfect - the room (we were in Tigger), the food (exceptional - don’t lose the chef!), the bed - so comfortable, the location - perfect for visiting Hever, Chiddingstone etc. Last but not least, the very accommodating staff. What a find - we loved it.

Stayed in October 2023

Somewhere to find food when chef went off sick

Great breakfast

Stayed in September 2023

Breakfast was a little bit limited, but the staff aimed to try and please.

Fabulous rooms and excellent shower.

Stayed in September 2023

really friendly. excellent evening meal and breakfast. room was lovely

Stayed in September 2023

Slightly better coffee!

Lovely room and very comfortable bed - and very quiet - I stayed on a Sunday evening. The breakfast was basic but I was glad to have it and it was served with a smile. Very nice.

Stayed in July 2023

Every time I touched the carpet I picked up someone else's hair that had been left behind and you could see the dust on the floor in the bathroom. The lights also were a bit sketchy with the electrics. One of the lamps and the big light seemed to be almost vibrating with the light rather than being steady (my guess would be a non-dimming bulb in the dimable fixture) and it was off-putting so I avoided using those on my stay. The TV was on an expandable bracket but the wire didn't go all the way and it pulled the wire out when I brought it forward. The staff were understanding about it but judging by their reaction it maybe wasn't the first time so I'd reckon that needs sorting perhaps. There was also no detachable shower head, just the overhead one, so I didn't feel like I could fully get clean and rinse off.

The gentle Winnie The Pooh themes throughout were lovely. All of the staff were amazingly keen to keep you comfortable, and friendly without seeming unprofessional. I felt very welcome by them. The breakfast was catered to you to a t and was wonderful. Fresh pastries and cooked-to-order English breakfast. The bed was amazingly comfortable and they were very generous with the complimentary teas and coffees. There were giant windows and thick curtains in my room so there was so much natural light but you can keep it darker if you need to. The pub grub itself wasn't too varied by my standards but I had a wonderful stonebaked pizza and comforting soup. It was right in the middle of the village with easy bus links and just across from the village shop. The lighting in the bathroom was gorgeous and the fixtures were very modern without taking away from the vintage aspects, like the fireplace and dresser. Would recommend this as a place to stay for anyone coming by.

Stayed in July 2023

No towels in room on arrival but sorted very quickly. Drinking glass was dirty. I am sure it would have been changed if I had asked but it was late when I noticed it.

Breakfast exceeded expectations. Midweek booking so breakfast was Continental only however this included a choice of eggs on toast (excellent poached eggs) and warmed croissants. As a non tea and coffee drinker I was pleased to be given hot chocolate. Very friendly staff. Bag kept securely after check out. Good range of toiletries. Large, comfy bed. Bottled water.

Stayed in July 2023

Not much

Fabulous food. Spotless

Stayed in July 2023

It would have been good to now that a band was playing in the bar below our bedroom as it didn't finish until 11:30pm ! We had been travelling a long way and would have liked to sleep. Service in restaurant was slow

Great location in beautiful Sussex village , room excellent and clean

Stayed in June 2023

No full english during the week only at weekends so breakfast limited choice

Nice area, lively pub.

Stayed in June 2023

Perhaps have a look at a thinner duvet for summer! Other than that, lovely stay!

Breakfast was great. Many thanks to the chef. Really comfortable room and bed.

Stayed in June 2023

Bathroom cramped and need to add a hand rail to the side of the bath. Early morning wake-up call when the bottles from the pub were emptied.

Staff friendly. At breakfast offered to go to the local shop to purchase foodstuffs to allow them to prepare a vegan breakfast. Great location near Tunbridge Wells.

Stayed in June 2023

The staff were lovely. Johnny the chef went out of his way to provide me with delicious vegan food. Ann in the bar was most welcoming. The location was ideal for walking in the beautiful countryside

Stayed in June 2023