Kings Head, Lewes

Very traditional village pub with a mostly opened-out, staple-shaped layout featuring dining areas to the right of the main entrance and lighter, plainer areas to the left mostly (but not exclusively) by those just having a drink. Also has some wooden benches out on the pavement and a split-level beer garden at the back. A couple of 1648 cask beers from the adjoining brewery - Lammas Ale (£4.00) and Laughing Frog - plus the obligatory Harvey's (with a very retro clip) and Bushels cider from Biddenden available from four of the five handpumps.

Friendly village local offering 5 ales - 3 from the onsite 1648 Brewery (who can be relied upon to knock out a good quality beer), as well as the ubiquitous Harveys Sussex (advertised with a seldom seen old-style clip) and a guest (Vale Brewery today). It's a bit frayed, but none the worse for that. To the left as you enter is the bar area: bare-boarded with stools at the bar. The right is carpeted and is given over to diners - I didn't eat, but it looked a reasonable menu. Decor includes hop flowers and a trophy cabinet. You could also pick up a booklet promoting the brewery - an interesting read over a pint. All in all, well worth a detour off the A22; one that I will have to make again some time.