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Southdowns Pantry at The Swan Inn Falmer

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Delicious Homemade Food

Please note we are NOT located at Bentley Motor Museum (as suggested on Google Maps) we are located at the historic Swan Inn pub in the village of Falmer in Sussex.

08/08/2026

Sunday is for proper pub roasts and relaxing with family! ☀️🥧🍺

Take a break from the kitchen tomorrow and join us at The Swan Inn, Falmer. Treat yourself to our homemade dishes served with crisp roasties, fresh seasonal veggies, and proper gravy—paired perfectly with a cold pint of Palmers!

🕒 SUNDAY KITCHEN HOURS
Sunday (Tomorrow!): 12:00 – 15:00

As always, our Southdowns Pantry team has plenty of options to cater for Gluten-Free (GF), Vegetarian, and Vegan (VG) requirements—just ask our friendly team at the bar when ordering!

Tables fill up quickly, so come on down early, grab a cold drink, and enjoy the perfect Sunday feast. See you at the bar! 🦢🍻

📥 CHECK OUT OUR MENUS: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

07/08/2026

The weekend is officially here! 🥳✨

Whether you are kicking off Friday with a pint and a proper pub dinner, refueling after a walk on the South Downs, or gathering the family for a Sunday roast, our Southdowns Pantry team has got you covered at The Swan Inn. 🥧🍺

Here is when our kitchen is fired up over the next few days:

🕒 WEEKEND KITCHEN HOURS
Friday 7th August (Today!): 12:00 – 19:30 (Kick off the weekend with dinner & drinks!)

Saturday 8th August: 12:00 – 15:00 (The ultimate post-walk lunchtime pitstop)

Sunday 9th August: 12:00 – 15:00 (Our legendary traditional Sunday lunch & roast service)

Alongside our everyday pub favourites, our August Specials Menu is packed with fresh seasonal dishes! As always, we take pride in catering for Gluten-Free (GF), Vegetarian, and Vegan (VG) diets—just chat with our lovely team at the bar when ordering.

Come on down, track down a nice spot, and let us handle the cooking. See you at the bar! 🦢🍻

📥 VIEW MENUS ONLINE: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

31/07/2026

The weekend starts RIGHT HERE! 🥳✨

Is there any better way to kick off Friday than with a classic pub favourite? Our famous Palmers Beer Battered Haddock is fresh, crispy, and calling your name (£18.95). Served with golden chips, garden peas, a fresh lemon wedge, and rich homemade tartare sauce—it is Friday perfection on a plate! 🐟🍟🍺

Ditch the cooking tonight, grab a cold pint of Palmers, and let us take care of dinner.

🕒 WEEKEND KITCHEN HOURS
Friday (Today!): 12:00 – 19:30 (Fish & Chips Friday + Full Menu!)

Saturday: 12:00 – 15:00 (The ultimate post-walk lunch)

Sunday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Traditional Sunday Roast & Specials)

Not fancying fish? We have got our full July & August Specials Menu running alongside our everyday pub classics! As always, we cater extensively for Gluten-Free (GF), Vegetarian, and Vegan (VG) requirements—just ask our friendly team when ordering.

See you at the bar! 🦢🍻

📥 VIEW MENUS ONLINE: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

29/07/2026

Exciting news from The Swan Inn! 🎉

Our brand-new July/August Specials Menu from Southdowns Pantry is officially AVAILABLE NOW! 🍽️✨

Whether you are craving a light bite in the sun or a proper feast, our chef has put together a spectacular line-up of fresh, summer-inspired dishes. Take a peek at what’s waiting for you:

🌟 HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE NEW MENU:
Palmers Beer Battered Haddock – Served with golden chips, garden peas, homemade tartare sauce, and a lemon wedge ( featured in today's hero shot!) (£18.95)

Mediterranean Veggie Tapas – Veggie meatballs, Padron peppers, sherry & garlic mushrooms, patatas bravas, tomato & onion salad, olives & breads (£18.90) (CBM VG)

Warm Chicken, Smoked Bacon & Avocado Salad – Fresh mixed salad, boiled egg, sun-blush tomatoes, and a herb & garlic dressing (£18.00) (CBM GF)

Seafood Platter – Smoked mackerel, potted shrimp, cocktail prawns, and tuna pâté (£19.80) (CBM GF)

Garlic & Rosemary Marinated Lamb Steak – With creamy cheddar & spring onion mash, fresh veg, and rich gravy (£18.85) (CBM GF)
..plus delicious burgers, a classic Ploughman's, and an irresistible new dessert selection (including a Strawberry, Cream & White Chocolate Crumble and a Raspberry & Lemon Meringue Sundae!) for just £7.25!

🕒 KITCHEN HOURS FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK:
Planning a visit? Here is when the kitchen is fired up and ready to cook for you:

Wednesday (Today!): 12:00 – 14:30 (Come test out the new menu for lunch!)

Thursday & Friday: 12:00 – 19:30 (Perfect for an early evening dinner in the sun)

Saturday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Refuel on your weekend walk or outing)

Sunday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Our traditional Sunday lunch service)

As always, we strive to make everything as homemade as possible, with plenty of options that can be adapted for Gluten-Free (GF) and Vegan (VG) diets. Just pop up to the bar and chat with our friendly team!

Come down, grab a table in the garden, and be one of the first to try the new specials. See you at the bar! 🦢🍺

📥 EXPLORE THE FULL NEW MENU: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

25/07/2026

We hope you have all had another fantastic week enjoying this glorious summer sunshine! ☀️🌿

What better way to wrap up the week than stepping into the cool, taking a break from cooking, and joining us for Sunday lunch at The Swan Inn?

Whether you're tucking into a comforting main or keeping things light, make sure you save room for dessert! 🍓🍦

Just take a look at today's star attraction: our nostalgic Traditional Strawberry Trifle Sundae (£7.25). Packed with juicy strawberries, sponge in jelly, smooth custard, and fluffy whipped cream topped with sprinkles—it is pure summer in a glass. 🤤

🕒 TODAY'S KITCHEN HOURS
Sunday Kitchen: Open 12:00 – 15:00

As always, our Southdowns Pantry team has plenty of options to cater for Gluten-Free (GF), Vegetarian, and Vegan (VG) requirements—just ask our friendly team at the bar when ordering!

Come on down, grab a cold drink, enjoy a lovely lunch, and treat yourself to Puddin' perfection. See you at the bar! 🦢🍻

📥 CHECK OUT OUR MENUS: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

17/07/2026

Well, the World Cup dream might be over for England, but we promise you the warm welcome at The Swan Inn is as strong as ever! 🦁💔⚽️

If you are feeling a bit deflated after the football, we have got just the thing to cheer you up. Nothing cures the sporting blues quite like a proper, comforting plate of pub food.

Take a look at today's hero shot—a towering breakfast bap loaded with a perfectly fried egg, crispy bacon, black pudding, and grilled tomato, served alongside a pile of golden chips, fresh salad, and house coleslaw. It is pure comfort on a plate! 🍳🥓🍟

Whether you are popping in after a long walk on the South Downs or catching up with family, here is exactly when our kitchen is fired up this weekend:

🕒 WEEKEND KITCHEN HOURS

Friday (Today!): 12:00 – 19:30 (Dinner and a cold pint to wash away the football blues? Yes, please!)

Saturday: 12:00 – 15:00 (The ultimate lunchtime pitstop)

Sunday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Our legendary traditional Sunday lunch service)

Our bar is also fully stocked with cold pints of Palmers, crisp wines, and plenty of soft drinks to keep you refreshed.

As always, our menu has plenty of options to cater for Gluten-Free (GF), Vegetarian, and Vegan (VG) diets—just chat with our lovely team at the bar before ordering.

Come on in, dry your football tears, and let us serve you up something delicious. See you at the bar! swan🍻

📥 VIEW OUR JULY SPECIAlS & EVERYDAY MENUS: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

15/07/2026

Who is excited for the World Cup action? ⚽️ Trophy fever is officially in the air, and we are ready for a brilliant week of sport, sunshine, and spectacular food here at The Swan Inn! ☀️🏆

To make sure you can perfectly plan your match-day meals, post-walk pints, and family get-togethers, here is a look at our kitchen hours for the week ahead:

🕒 Kitchen Hours (Wednesday 15th July – Sunday 19th July):
Wednesday: 12:00 – 14:30 (The perfect mid-week lunchtime escape)

Thursday & Friday: 12:00 – 19:30 (Ditch the cooking and ease into the weekend)

Saturday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Refuel during your weekend stroll)

Sunday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Our legendary traditional Sunday lunch service)

⚠️ Keep Tabs on Our Socials!
With all the World Cup excitement, things can move fast! Matches, extra time, or sudden heatwaves mean our opening hours or kitchen times might occasionally shift at short notice.

To make sure you don't miss a beat (or a bite!), please keep a close eye on our social media pages for any live updates before you head down. 📱👇

Whether you are celebrating a big win with a cold pint of Palmers or comforting yourself with one of our homemade pies, we cannot wait to see you. Come grab a table, soak up the atmosphere, and let us handle the cooking! 🦢🥧🍻

📥 View our full July Specials Menu: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

08/07/2026

July! ☀️🌿 Our brand-new July Specials Menu is officially live at the Southdowns Pantry! 🥳✨

To celebrate the gorgeous, sunny week ahead, feast your eyes on today's cover star: our vibrant Homemade Mediterranean Pepper and Tomato Soup (£8.25), served with crusty baguette slices. It is light, fresh, and basically summer in a bowl! 🍅🥖

Our kitchen team has been busy prepping some incredible new seasonal dishes. Whether you want to cool down with a fresh seafood platter or indulge in a proper pub classic, we have got the perfect menu waiting for you.

✨ July Menu Highlights:

🦐 H/M Seafood Platter: Smoked mackerel, crab pâté, cocktail prawns and whitebait served with salad, dips and breads (£19.80).

🥧 H/M Ham, Leek and Celery Quiche: Served with a fresh chef’s salad selection and new potatoes (£18.00).

🍔 Vegetarian BBQ Pulled Pork & Flat Mushroom Bap: Topped with garlic mayo, gherkin, lettuce, and served with crispy potatoes (£18.00).

🐟 Palmers Beer Battered Whiting: Served with garden peas, chips and homemade tartare sauce (£18.95).

🕒 Kitchen Opening Hours For The Week Ahead:
Make the most of the glorious weather and let us handle the cooking! Our kitchen is open during the following times:

🍳 Wednesday: 12:00 – 14:30 (Perfect for a shady lunchtime escape)

🍳 Thursday & Friday: 12:00 – 19:30 (Ditch the kitchen and head down for an evening pint and bite)

🍳 Saturday: 12:00 – 15:00 (The ultimate walking pitstop on the South Downs)

🍳 Sunday: 12:00 – 15:00 (Our legendary Sunday lunch service)

As always, we take pride in making everything as 'homemade' as possible, meaning we can easily cater for Gluten-Free (GF), Vegetarian, and Vegan (VG) requirements. Just let our lovely team at the bar know about any allergies before you order!

Track down a shady spot in the garden or a cosy table inside, and come celebrate summer with us. See you at the bar! 🦢🍻

📥 VIEW THE FULL MENU: www.southdownspantry.co.uk

Address

The Swan Inn, Middle Street
Lewes
BN19PD

Opening Hours

Wednesday	12pm - 2:30pm
Thursday	12pm - 8:15pm
Friday	12pm - 8:15pm
Saturday	12pm - 3pm
Sunday	12pm - 4pm

Website

http://www.southdownspantry.co.uk/

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