Cross In Hand Pub in Wealden

Friendly pub with good food served by visiting catering vans in the car park.

5 star for the pub sign and name alone. Deus Vult!

One of the best place to have fun

We had lunch today for nine people in one of the pods in the garden everything about the meal was spot on !!! Good food which was served hot and delicious The Service was excellent 👌 Nothing was to much trouble for the two lovely girls that served us Above all you sell my husband’s ale which doesn’t happen too often in pubs 👍 happy days ..well done it was a very nice lunch thank you

Dave was so lovely to us and made the kids welcome last night. We will definitely be coming back.

Very friendly a very nice atmosphere! Let my 5 year old in to use the loo very helpful !!

Visited family that have moved there

Nice people made our group of friends very welcome .

Very nice olde pub. Great landlord and hot bar lady. Even helped me get my car fixed. How's that for helpful

Only gave 1 Star because you can't give less. Beer poor my atmosphere was disgusting

Go there all the time when seeing my daughter and family

Had my 40th birthday party there great place and lovely staff thank u

David was such a lovely person. Great time at this pub and the Guiness was brilliantly served, probably one of the best in town. Good luck with everything and thank you for being a good time.

Danny the landlord is definitely an true English gent! Booked a function room for an wake, no only was there no charge, Danny opened the pub and hour early for us! Have the room all ready for us! 5 stars and many more! Thanks H

Fantastic village, people pub and Church

Very average and full of idiots

Very friendly and pleasant atmosphere

Attended here for my wedding anniversary and was not disappointed. The staff were happy and made us feel very welcome. The food was excellent.

Bit basic but lovey staff. Very friendly.

Had a family meal here one evening recently. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Food was fantastic and a nice pint there too. Would definitely recommend and will be returning

We passed by en route and stopped to buy water and use the facilities. Kind service. Beautiful clean preserved inn.

Nice pub with a good choice of beers etc

No doubt that was the best food we ever had in a pub. Very well cooked! The meat was very tasteful and juicy! The beer was cold and the staff is very polite and friendly!!! For sure we will be back there@

Lovely pub good food and serving size was great with friendly staff.

Good meeting / function room, and they serve Harveys.

Good old fashioned town boozer (in the country!) + food. Friendly, armchairs or barstools (whichever takes your fancy) and Harvey's ales. Been coming here for years and the present landlords are the best we've had for a long time. Long may it last!

Friendly and accommodating pub. Good beer and the staff are great with kids. The open fire is welcoming on a cold winters night.

Great food, great service will be back soon x

Very friendly half bald barmen.

Lovey tosed sandwich food very goof

Nice country pub but made welcome after an unscheduled stop. Comfortable and friendly

Had my wife's wake there.They where so helpful,the food was excellent recommend for any function.

People talk to you like you are there, and have been going there for years. Lovely people.. The food was yummy, so fresh. Entertainment was really good a band called RED. All in all well worth going to The Cross In Hand

Very nice public house. Friendly staff, with very good food and drinks.

Had lunch here with my oh today, best pub food I’ve had in a long time,generous portions, really friendly staff and lovely little beer garden. Will definitely visit again

This is a very nice traditional English pub. Good food, a friendly welcome and very helpful staff. Highly recommended.

Sunday Lunches for all the Family were Excellent.....highly Recommended :-)

Took the family here for Mother’s Day, we all had a excellent meal. The food was superb and with very good portions 😋would highly recommended and definitely go back again👍 compliments to the chef

Very traditional locals pub. A little time capsule.

I enjoy the X in hand limited menu good beer, friendly and helpful host.

Good music from the juke box great atmosphere good chatting and a game of pool when you want and a game of darts if you fancy . Come and give it a go you won't leave disappointed.

Very disappointed. Never had a ploughmans like that before. No salad, no ham, apple over ripe, more like a cheese sandwich. Overpriced.

Great pub for a night out and lovely friendly staff. Good beer

Can't understand why this place is not more popular, the food was very good . Service was good as well with friendly stall. Perhaps it's the ambiance or rather lack of it, there's not even background music!! We were the only people in there, not that it mattered as there were 6 of us. I'd recommend the food to anyone.

We arrived on Friday evening at about 7.15 pm hoping for dinner. We were immediately greeted by the young lady behind the bar, who said that of course we could have dinner. Actually, it became obvious that there was no problem as there wasn't anybody else in the dining section. When we commented on the lack of diners, she rather strangely said that there were usually more customers for dinner during the week than the weekends. We wondered why? There is a good pub menu and I went for the haddock pie and he decided on bangers and mash. The dining section is quirkily decorated, which is rather nice, but there does not appear to be any heating, and we were a bit chilly. The food looked good on arrival, and the chef obviously knows how to do things properly, in that there was hard boiled egg in the fish pie and the bangers came with an extra small jug of gravy. I was hoping for a lovely creamy fish pie with real mashed potatoes and fresh veg, and he was hoping for lovely sausages and real mashed potatoes. But the pie was really very dry and not very taseful, and although his sausages were delicious (locally sourced) we both thought that the mash was probably "smash" i.e. out of a packet. Since we had not much enjoyed the main course, we thought we would try puddings, and I ordered the sticky toffee pudding and he had apple crumble. His crumble was good, and the sticky toffee sauce was OK, but poured over a very ordinary piece of sponge. The wine per glass is very reasonably priced which is perhaps why there is nothing very special about it. There have been other reviews praising the food, but we were disappointed. . Some parts of the evening were good, but other parts were definitely not - hence my title. If the food had not been so dry, we would have added another star.

Had a meeting in Cross in Hand pub and found a friendly welcome with good quality freshly cooked lunch.

Just had the most delicious Roast Beef. Meat was tender and tasty, cauliflower cheese was super cheesy and the veg was cooked perfectly. The roast potatoes were amazing, crispy on the outside, fluffy in the middle, just like your mum makes them. Will definitely be coming again

Excellent burgers, good beer and nice staff. Family run proper pub, not gastro.

FANTASTIC breakfast Good fresh proper food Thank you Would have taken a photo but I be eaten it Friendly staff clean and great Proper sausages and all cooked well. Not fatty or gloopy I am fussy about breakfasts but fantastic

Return visit for breakfsst having been slightly disappointed on first visit. All the negatives have been rectified and it was the BEST breakfast we have had in very long time. We will be back

Just thought we would try somewhere different for a change. Have to say we had the roast beef for lunch and couldn't fault it. Excellent value for money and the staff were friendly and efficient.

Maybe I picked the wrong eve but it was a Friday at 7 ish and it was dead.. food was fresh from the freezer-microwave. Harsh maybe but not a great experience.

Teníamos la cena más increíbles aquí esta noche! El hígado y el tocino marido tenía, muy bien presentado y probado increíble, incluso le trajo de comer verduras que "se negó a probar antes. Tuve la chuleta de cerdo, patatas, coles con nuevos y salsa ragu....

La comida era genial! Me encantó el nuevo diseño, buen ambiente cálido y acogedor. Sin duda volveremos pronto.

My wife and I had Sunday lunch at the Cross in Hand today. This was our first visit so didn't know what to expect. We nearly didn't stay as we had to negotiate our way past the pool table, slot machines and loud television to get to the bar. However, the staff were very friendly and directed us to a different part of the premises which was obviously the dining area. There was only one other diner there which didn't fill us with confidence as this was at 1pm on a Sunday. When our food arrived, we were pleasantly surprised to find we had been served well cooked, tasty and generous portions. Service was attentive without being intrusive and it's a pity that more people aren't availing of the Cross in Hand. I know nothing about the hospitality industry, so I can't be sure why the Cross in Hand isn't busier than it is, but my guess is that it doesn't know what it wants to be - an old fashioned pub or a modern eatery. Consequently, it doesn't do either particularly well - which is a shame. The ambience of the restaurant is missing and the usual pub sounds intrude into the dining area. The Cross in Hand is a family run establishment and it would be a shame if it doesn't succeed. Maybe a visit from Alex Polizzi would help.

What can I say, this was a brilliant meal. Great food cooked well and we were made so welcome. Plenty to chose from the menu and is possible to agree pensioners portions. I defy anyone not to be able to find something agreeable on the menu. Good luck to you all.

Curious building, fuzzy cats great staff, what's not to like?

Sunday 16 October. Four of us, we couldnt believe that the meal we had today was really pensioners. Plentiful, hot and well cooked. EXCELLENT. Friendly and welcoming. Well done.

I met three girlfriends for lunch, we had booked a table, didn't need to, but as soon as we walked through the door, we were made to feel very welcome, and had a nice table beside a lovely open fire.

On travels with my family on the way to Eastbourne. Looking for somewhere to stop to have lunch. This is a fantastic little pub. As soon as we walked in the barmaid Charlotte made us all feel very welcome. The locals were all really nice fellas too. The food was really great and good value. Only one minor point was there were a lot of bloody annoying flies inside the pub.

A very warm welcome was waiting when we arrived.Food was good,hot and tasty.Window seats could do with a cushion though! Will call again someday.Nice hand made chips! The kids will love them!

Giving 5 stars can be mis-leading, so you have to take it in context. We stopped at The Cross In Hand pub for a bite to lunch on the way to Ticehurst. I had the X burger (new to the menu that day), which was a 5oz burger, chicken fillet, two rashes of bacon, cheese, jalepenos (loads) and bbq sauce, all in a bun. Obviously you wouldn't be able to get your mouth around that lot, and so it became a meal, and it was great for what it was. At £8.99 I thought it was a bit pricey until it arrived with a gherkin and cherry tomato pinned down on top; it was well worth the price. My wife had just garlic bread, but said it was lovely. So in context, this is 5 stars for pub grub compared to other pub grub. Service was very friendly, and the beer garden out back was clean and tidy. Cutlery and plates were also spotless.

Food was great, chef was very accommodating changed my potato got rid of the unhealthy and gave me extra veg! This is also a child portion.

Not much in the way of ambience, but if you are in need of a quick drink and a bite to eat, it might fit the bill. Not worth travelling any distance to visit, but will do at a push.

Welcoming host, good basic fare at a sensible price and with decent sized portions on the plate. Nothing is too much trouble.

Very welcoming and accommodating staff. Kids loved the barman. Lovely homemade burger with Stilton and handmade chips. Highly recommended. And my dog was welcomed to. Been back twice since for a lovely Sunday roast.

Upon my arrival at the cross in hand pub I was greeted by a friendly barman ( I forget his name ) I chose to sit in the main bar and watch the football although separate areas were available .The food arrived quickly (fish goujons and chips) absolutely superb !Great beer and a friendly atmosphere, next time I'm passing through I will be going back!

Food very reasonably priced and tasty. Great cheesy chips if you just want a snack. Worth a try! The small cosy corner is great.

Really impressed. We fancied a bite to eat, we happen to be driving passed and thought we'd check it out. The hospitality was just right, not to nosy but friendly and helpful enough. The staff were welcoming as soon as we came in the door. The atomesphere was down to earth, relaxed, and warm. Didn't have to wait long for our food. The food was freshly cooked and delicious. The place in its self was very clean and tidy throughout. We'd definitely visit again.

Great venue, staff friendly and very accommodating and food amazing. I've eaten here a few times and in spite of my challenging dietary requirements (allergic to dairy, eggs and wheat) they always provide me with amazing meals. Chef and staff very patient!

Food is good and portions are big. Staff are friendly dinning area small. Their roast dinners are lovely as we went on a Sunday.

We stopped here by chance the welcome was friendly and the food was good would recomend to anyone. The staff were very understanding after our 10 month destroyed the table lol

Had lunch here on a cool rainy day. The fire was going and the staff was friendly. Service was fast and the food was good, but nothing special.

When we first walked into the pub in late afternoon on a Monday as visitors to the area, we were uncertain whether we had picked the right pub as it was more like a locals pool and beer pub. However, the barman was very welcoming showing us through to a lovely separate dining room and made us welcome moving tables to suit. There was a varied menu (tiger prawns especially worth a mention) and a lovely homemade soup. All of the main courses were very tasty and we came out of the pub pleasantly surprised. Definitely a return visit planned.

We enjoyed a very good evening at The Cross-in-Hand, the pub has a nice friendly atmosphere. Our party each had a different meal, which we thoroughly enjoyed, good sized servings of freshly cooked food. A very attentive service, which added to an enjoyable experience.

Excellent food and very friendly service. All facilities really clean and nice to use. Highly recommend. Can't wait to visit again

I was visiting family in the Heathfield area when we decided to go for an evening meal, My sister in-laws friend suggested The Cross Inn Hand Pub! On arrival we were greeted by a very friendly, happy young lady she remained attentive throughout the evening. Compliments to the chef the food was punctual and presented beautifully, I highly recommend this establishment.

We met an old friend and her daughter at this pub this lunchtime. It was our first visit. We were made to feel welcome, nothing was too much trouble and the staff were friendly. The food was very good as were the coffees. Although it looks a bit tatty it is worth a visit!

Don't go to this dreadful, noisy, grubby pub. We walked in and went to the bar. Staff ignored us and when one finally tapped another on the shoulder to suggest she might serve us she turned her back and continued her conversation. The pub is very unpleasant and has a poor reputation locally.

Was passing at around 8:50 in the evening and felt a tad peckish so decided to drop in for a quick drink with a friend an maybe snack on some chips rather than grabbing a take away. On arriving the staff were very friendly an were more than happy to keep the kitchen open to cater for me and my friend which to be honest most other pubs would have probably been less welcoming from experience. The lady behind the bar passed me a menu plus their new build your own burger menu which I can highly reccomend. I had a 4oz burger which I chose Brie, fried onion and jalapeños with a side order of Cajun chips. One of the best burgers and pub meals in a long while! The bun was soft and fresh an the burger tasted home made also didn't end up with half a grocers worth of greens which no one really wants tbh. Portion was perfect an the chips to die for. Unfortunately the pub is situated on a busy junction (which don't let this deter you ) just mentioning as this is the one and only reason I can think of as to why people aren't currently queuing out the door. If you like a very clean cosy country feel pub, bright light an friendly, well priced an welcoming with outstanding food you have to try this pub!! 10/10 thank you for such a pleasant evening.

Amazing food wonderful staff friendly go out there way to accommodate you happy to chat with you have a laugh highly recommended a must place to go

We stumbled across this place on route home and we were pleasantly surprised. Expecting just typical pub grub, we were given large portions and very well presented and tasty food. Really wasn't expecting it at all. The staff were friendly and attentive, and a good, reasonable price too. Recommend stopping by!

The pub re-opened a few months ago and the team are putting loads of energy and effort into bringing the pub/restaurant back to life. They do not fall down on the food front. It's a great menu which is reasonably priced and the food is fabulous. Looking forward to lots of return visits.

Went for an early evening meal. Steak was cooked to perfection & Egg fried rice was very tasty. Staff very friendly & attentive. Will definitely go there again

really great food, served quickly with plenty of choice. really friendly staff, treated us like regulars. Thoroughly recommend.

Was not sure when entering the pub as no one else was in there.. But had 4 great meals and puddings.. Staff friendly and helpful.. Don't be put off by the empty car park.. A little gem :)

On a recent visit to the area we thought we would try out this pub, was not expecting to muchBut was pleasantly surprised, good service and food, my hubby had the rump steak which I May add was cooked to perfection. I had meatballs and linguine which was also delicious .Great value for money.

Re-visited this Pub for a lunch, as had enjoyed it before. Was overwhelmed by the helpfulness of the staff who could not do enough to make our visit so pleasant.Super food all fresh and cooked to perfection, had the Curry just great.Asked for a Crumble as had before and was so good, but off the menu, Chef made a superb Summer Fruit Crumble, for us specially, he assured us it was no trouble.Service and kindness like this is unheard of today. Visit this Pub for a meal, you will not be disappointed, it is just the best!!!!

Thought we would give this pub a try for a late lunch. Initial expectations were not particularly high but we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the meals. There were 6 of us and we all thoroughly enjoyed the choices we made. Would definitely visit again.

Called in to this pub on the off chance, feeling hungry. Cannot fault the food, good choice and nice to have everything homemade. Friendly landlady and an excellent chef. Will be visiting again and can thoroughly recommend it.

Went in for Lunch, very nice welcome and a very clean Pub. Good selection of food available at average prices, the Steak and Ale Pie was a bit expensive and came without Chips or Mash!The Beer choice is OK but no local Harvey's which is a pity for a Sussex pub.Sweets are well priced at £4.95 and were very good, plenty of Custard.Waiters were friendly and overall made it a worthwhile place to go. They need to shake off the past and the time's then and get back to what this pub used to be fantastic.

In a world of fine dining and gastro pubs, I fail to understand how pubs like this still exist. No local beer, and the one I selected (Adnams!) had run out. Food was very poor - pretty sure I ate instant mash with Gravy granules gravy ! although vegetables were well cooked. No wonder the kitchens close at 8:30 on a Saturday night- we were the only ones eating, which should have rung alarm bells. Bar staff was very friendly and attentive but there is clearly no interest in developing the food side of the business.

Such good value for money and very child friendly.Food is not amazing but good. Perfect for a lunch/dinner out with the kids as they are so good with children.Outdoor play area also makes for a great experience.

Friendly waiters, enough light to work on laptop, wifi, not very loud music. Nice people to have a chat with.

Arrived with a group of walkers( the pub was expecting us - 16 +people) to find one person serving, and the girl saying there was no draught beer at all. How can a pub run out of beer? Smacks of incompetence. It would have taken 20 -25 mins to serve us all, so I left without buying anything. Would put me off going there again.

Popped in after work with my tastecard after noticing they are now part of the scheme. The girl serving us was super friendly and really efficient. The place has a really laid back vibe and looks a bit like a cross between an old local pub and a modern funky bar. We ate two really nice meals which were piping hot, substantial sizes, and used nice quality ingredients. The beer was nice and cold and the prices were really good value - even before you take the tastecard discount into account. This place isn't posh, but there's something really warm and friendly about it. We'll be back!

You pay 200 quid you expect 200 quids worth. Very modest prices nice basic food. It's not the Ritz but not Ritz prices either. Good value for money. No complaints

Visited the Cross In Hand this week with friends, all chose different meals from a menu which offered a variety of choices. We all enjoyed the food due to the quality and quantity backed up with good service and sensible pricing. All in all a very good evening with a charity quiz going on demonstrating their efforts to be part of the community. Very well done.

We popped in for a swift one and then decided to have a meal it was great food with great landlord would defo recommend and come back soon

Great experience from start to finish! Good atmosphere, and very friendly staff. our meal was really lovely and exceeded our expectations. Will definitely return and recommend to friends.