Harden's survey result
Summary
The view (towards Goodwood) from the window is said to have inspired William Blake’s anthem, Jerusalem, in 1803, but the current future is uncertain at this eighteenth-century coaching inn, which shut its doors in early October 2022. We await news of the new incarnation of this vantagepoint over ‘England’s green and pleasant land’.
Summary
With its “delightful setting looking out across the South Downs” – a view from the window said to have inspired William Blake’s anthem Jerusalem in 1803 – this eighteenth-century coaching inn is quite a draw, especially in summer when you can dine in the garden. The cooking is generally “creditable” (although both highs and lows were reported this year). The business has been owned since 2007 by Giles Thompson, formerly executive head chef at The Ritz.
Summary
“A great find” – this eighteenth-century coaching inn offers a “true gastronomic experience” under the ownership of Giles Thompson, formerly executive chef at The Ritz. The food is generally “excellent – with particularly fine puddings”, although ratings were tempered by a couple of ‘off’ reports. The spectacular views of the South Downs towards nearby Goodwood are said to have inspired the poet William Blake to write his anthem Jerusalem while staying in 1803.
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Lavant Rd, Lavant, P018 0BQ
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £22.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
Lavant Rd, Lavant, P018 0BQ
Opening hours
| Monday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Friday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑6 pm |
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