Winchelsea Lodge

Countryside hotel in East Sussex with exclusive event hire and fine dining

Spikes Restaurant and Dining

Winchelsea Lodge houses Spikes, a casual fine-dining restaurant serving high-quality meals prepared with local ingredients. The restaurant offers a wide range of dishes including a popular Sunday carvery with multiple meat options and a full evening menu daily. Guests can also enjoy a generous breakfast buffet featuring fresh fruits like raspberries, strawberries, and pomegranates, along with cooked-to-order full English breakfast.

Accommodations and Private Events

The Lodge at Winchelsea offers 28 bedrooms that can be exclusively rented for private events such as weddings and special celebrations. Rooms are decorated in light shades, feature private entrances, and some provide views of the Sussex countryside. The Swan Suite includes a lounge, private patio with countryside views, and a stocked fridge with soft drinks and alcohol.

Event Facilities and Business Services

The hotel provides modern event facilities suitable for weddings, conferences, and meetings with tailored packages available. A business centre and meeting/banquet facilities are on-site for corporate guests. The traditional barn design and outdoor areas offer a character-rich setting for receptions and gatherings.

Location and Local Exploration

Set between Rye and Hastings, the Lodge Winchelsea is 2 km from Winchelsea Beach and adjacent to Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. The 1066 Country Walk passes directly nearby, taking guests across the Hastings Battlefield. Bicycle rental, bike tours, and walking tours are available for exploring the scenic Sussex countryside.

Accessible and Family-Friendly Features

The hotel offers accessible accommodations with level-entry wet rooms in ground-floor standard twin rooms. Outdoor areas include a garden with a pizza oven, fire pit, and picnic area, plus clear globe seating for relaxation. Families are welcome, and the hotel provides a shared lounge/TV area and outdoor fireplace for communal use.

• Exclusive Use: All 28 bedrooms available for private events
• Dining: Spikes casual fine-dining restaurant with Sunday carvery
• Location: 2 km from Winchelsea Beach, near Rye and Hastings
• Activities: 1066 Country Walk, bike tours, and walking tours
• Accessibility: Ground-floor rooms with level-entry wet rooms
• Events: Modern event facilities for weddings and conferences
• Outdoor: Garden with pizza oven, fire pit, and panoramic countryside views