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LOCAL PLACES TO STAY, EAT & EXPLORE
If you have far to travel, you might like to stay nearby to save having to drive a long way before or after the workshop. Or if your class doesn't include lunch and perhaps you'd like to grab a bite to eat before you head off.
With The beautiful Ashdown Forest on our doorstep, there is plenty to explore nearby, so why not make the most of your time here.
Here are a few local places we can recommend.
Places to Stay
The Log Shed
The Log Shed is a charming, rural, detached accommodatioin for two in the heart of the Ashdown Forest and just a 5 minute drive from The Oast Studio. You can enjoy walks from the door and a private terrace to sit in the sun. Breakfast options are available.
Email Sara at sara.prendergast@btinterternet.com
Barn near Tunbridge Wells
Quiet village setting.
Recently converted barn annexed to a family home. Everything in the barn is new and well maintained. There are two double bedrooms each with en-suites. There is also a large living/dining/kitchen room.
Or simply click on the photo for more information.
Airbnb - Ashdown Forest
Or stay with the charming Forward Family, who offer bed and breakfast in their beautiful Garden House. Also just a 5 minutes drive from the Oast Studio.
Call or email Jacob or Jon-Francis for more details or to book.
Tel: 01342 822483
You can also see all the details here, but best to book via the details above to avoid booking fees.
The Swan - Forest Row
The Swan Pub in the nearby village of Forest Row offers bed and breakfast and is located in the heart of the village with easy access to shops and restaurants.
You can see all the details and book here...
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The Ashdown Park Hotel
The Ashdown Park Spa Hotel is located right in the heart of the Ashdown Forest, they offer dinner, bed and breakfast all served up with stunning views of the forest where you can often see deer grazing on the lawn. There are loads of stunning walks to be found in the vicinity.
Our Favourite Places to Eat
Maria's Café
Just 10 minutes from The Oast in the village of Forest Row, you'll find Maria's Café. It's a perfect spot for a bite of lunch if you are looking for something after one of our morning classes. Or perhaps you are arriving early for an afternoon class? They do great coffees and cakes.
There is plenty of free parking and a beautiful secluded roof terrace for sunny days.
Run by the lovely Gary and Maria, it's one of our favourite places to escape to!
Open: Tues - Sat from 8:30am - 3pm
Contact: 07801 353326
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Babylon
This is such a lovely place for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Try their mushrooms and marmite on toast or check out their specials board, which changes daily. We have yet to have eaten anything less than delicious there and top it all, it is set in a wonderful garden centre (plus you get to drive accross the Ashdown Forest to get there)
Do be aware last orders for lunch are at 3pm
You can find out more about Babylon here...
Thai Time
Fancy something a little more spicy?
Thai Time in nearby Forest Row offers fabulous authentic Thai Cuisine. There is seating outside as well as in.
Do call ahead to make sure they have availability as they can get very busy at peak times.
You can also see all the details here...
https://www.thaitimefood.com/thai-time-forest-row
The Hatch Inn
Just a 5 minute drive from The Oast Studio, this old English pub, whose origins date back to 1430 serves up really good classic pub food. Their fish and chips are particularly good!
If the weather is fine there's a lovely garden, or inside in Winter there's always a fire burning and a warm welcome.
You can see the details and book here...
Or simply click on the photo for more information.
The Beacon
A little further away, on the road to Tunbridge Wells, you'll find The Beacon. tucked down a side road, it's easy to miss.
They serve simple brunches & lunches from their Garden Bar, which has lovely views over their gardens. They also have a restaurant, where i've had probably the Sunday roast dinner ever!