Heathfield Cafe and Bistro in Wealden

We went there Thursday 12th for the panda experience. As we'd traveled from near Reading we got there slightly early. EVERYONE was very friendly and we ate at the café beforehand. Nice food and drink, fair priced. The zoo itself is relatively small compared to others but clean, well- presented and animals looked in good condition. Chloe, their keeper, was kind, friendly and knowledgeable and we prepared their food. The 2 red pandas were adorable and the whole encounter was lovely and a little emotional/ moving. It was fantastic and we had a great time thank you all. Only downside is the looped music in some parts which would drive me mad 🤣

Spectacular setting floor to ceiling windows overlooking acres of vineyardsJust outside the medieval charming town of Alfriston it is a long drive to Tasting Room - the kind of entry one is used to in the great vineyard restaurants of Adelaide Hills Margaret River in Australia and Franschoek and Stellenbosch in South AfricaWe did feel we were transported to these countries but such good news for UK as there is little in the way of this in Bordeaux To cap it off the food was eclectic and creative - the gazpacho was topped with iberico ham and floating chorizo croquettes - an acknowledgement to this real Spanish dish.The courgette floor as a main was interesting stuffed with buffalo cheese and other accompaniments such a violet artichoke.The three course menu at £37 good value As there are a limited number of tables it is necessary to book well in advance We will nee backThe chef gained Michelin star at his previous restaurant so he comes here with a reputationTo cap it off the sparkling wines are exceptional - elegant and lingering taste

WOW - we booked in for a meal, and was not expecting what we got. We ordered the "2 steaks and a bottle of wine for £35". It was the most delicious steak meal either of us has ever had - cooked perfectly, and the peppercorn sauce and extras on the plate absolutely delicious. We followed with a sticky toffee pudding - BEST EVER. So obviously home made. The service was excellent and friendly. We are so disappointed that we are only in the area for a week. Thank you White Hart - we haven't stopped raving about you since - much to the annoyance of our family and friends :). See you again.