Trading Boundaries Cafe Bar in Wealden - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Delicious roast dinner - first time having that - have enjoyed everything I’ve eaten here. Lovely atmosphere, live jazz and the buzz of happy diners all around you. We’re fortunate to have places like this I’m our area .. let’s appreciate them!

Just came for their jazz lunch. Was clearly very busy, all tables inside were full but the two blonde ladies behind the bar were very friendly and welcoming. Was nice to see two specials on as the menu has been the same for a while now. Food was good and atmosphere is always amazing. Thank you Trading Boundaries!

3rd time visiting Trading Boundaries for dinner/concert/stay over. I cannot fault this place. At a function with with over 100 people the food is quite simply outstanding. Music is always superb. The rooms are beautiful. Tastefully furnished, light and airy. We have at least 2 more bookings this year. Mike and his team have created a Jewel in the countryside. You must give it a try. ❤️

We stayed in a Family room for 2 nights and it was huge. It was really quiet, completely spotless and had some nice luxury touches too. The breakfast was continental so we didn’t expect much but were served up an absolute feast of pastries, toast (homemade bread), yoghurt parfait and barista coffee. All the staff were so friendly and welcoming. For what we paid, I think it was well beyond what I expected. My only complaint is that the blind cord in the loft room was quite dangerous for kids (hanging down, not secured to the wall) but that’s an easy fix.

Trading Boundaries for Fathers Day. Fabulous!! Great food & drink, superb ambience and serenaded by some tremendous Jazz. They go out of their way to make you feel very welcome. They’ve just opened a new hotel on site and the rooms look amazing although we haven’t stayed yet. All worth checking out in the lovely Sussex countryside 👍

Brilliant music venue, food & place to stay! We came here to see Imagination & its was amazing! Venue size & layout means you have a fab view wherever you sit and are never far away, also has space to dance. Dinner was fab & easy to order drinks at ye table. Staff were lovely & great service. We stayed in 1 of the new oak framed rooms, which had an amazing bathroom & power shower, fluffy towels, kettle, tea, coffee & water. Pretty sunny terrace to sit out & parking by room. Breakfast was great too, big croissants & artisan bread toast with jams & marmalade, juice & coffee, all served by very friendly staff. 100% recommend this place +I'll def visit again.

Trading Boundaries is an absolute gem of a place. We held our wedding here and from the first visit we fell in love with it. The staff are amazing, friendly and so welcoming and really helped us to achieve the crazy vision we had for our special day. The venue itself is stunning, fairy lights everywhere, beautifully decorated in their signature Indian style, a lovely outside area with firepits and wonderful terrace area. The new hotel rooms were comfortable and beautifully decorated and it was perfect to stumble back to after the wedding. After months of effort, the day itself and breakfast the next morning were perfect and we couldn’t have asked for anything better! The bar team offered some creative cocktails and there’s always a great selection of local food and drink. We were so pleased to be able to include our dog and her friends in our day as the venue is very dog friendly, it is one of our puppy’s favourite places to visit! In particular Jenny and Oli were amazing and they helped us make the weekend our own as we wanted a non-traditional event. The music nights were also amazing and a lot of fun! We will definitely be back again in the future for more shopping and music.

Fantastic night out at the fabulous Trading Boundries, watching the legendary Imagination perform, dinner and a wonderful nights stay! This whole evening was actually a prize that I was lucky enough to win, but what an absolute treat! We received a warm welcome, shown to our lovely room which was beautifully furnished and very clean, gorgeous linen and a very comfy bed. Dinner was delicious and the entertainment fantastic! The owners and staff are so friendly, helpful and incredibly attentive, we could not fault the service in any way. This isn’t our first visit to a music night at TB and will definitely not be our last, it’s a wonderful unique and intimate venue for seeing live music with the most amazing staff and exceptional service. Thank you Michael, Jenny & Tracy and all your lovely staff. Karen & Edward x

Only popped in for a coffee and a nibble late morning. Very well presented and a fair price for what was offered, flapjack was good as was coffee. Nice outside tables and chairs too. All in a quiet country spot. I know this place has a lot more to offer, but sadly I can't comment on any of that.

Wonderful overnight stay, beautiful building, clean and new rooms, friendly people. Absolutely loved it here and will definitely return

As regular visitors to Trading Boundaries, both in the day for purchasing boutique Indian Furniture and in the evenings for their gigs in the Elephant Cafe, we had high expectations to try one of their new hotel rooms - they didn’t disappoint. In fact, they were more than exceeded. We chose our opportunity to coincide with the Zombies gig last Friday night. We booked a dinner-included ticket (which was sumptuous) and had excellent attention from the staff on what was clearly a very busy evening. The gig itself was what we’d come to expect - a very high level of performance in a beautiful, laid back setting. As we were staying in the same location, there was no need for a late Taxi which was so convenient! As for the room itself, it was immaculately presented and the bathroom facilities were excellent (especially the water pressure in the shower!). We can’t wait to come back!

Dinner and The Zombies was worth the 3 year wait after twice being re-scheduled. Fabulous evening, lovely staff, nice food, great band, stayed in one of their on-site rooms, nothing not to like.

Superb evening watching The Doors in Concert. The whole evening was great from start to finish, food, ambience, staff all on point. The entry was a welcome one, our host showed us to our seats and we had pre-ordered our drinks in advance so wine was ready and waiting! We had some nice fresh bread and olives and enjoyed our wine before our main course was served I had chicken and my wife had salmon both pleasant. The compare (one of the owners I think) gave a nice introduction and explained in detail about the other acts they had coming up. Then the band played and we were instantly transported back to the 1960s. We had a great time and hats off to the bar staff and waiting staff they looked like they were working very hard whilst maintaining a sense of composure in a very very busy room. There was a card on each table of which you could scan a code and order a drink, so simple and so effective surprised more people were not using it. Well done all involved, we can't wait to attend another event.

My partner and I went to Trading Boundaries for Sunday brunch. It was a truly wonderful experience. There was live jazz playing and we had the best Eggs Benedict that I've ever tasted. Michael, the owner was welcoming and friendly, as were all the young staff. And it was surprisingly romantic, but then I'm a sucker for romance - we even had a covert dance in one of the alcoves. A really lovely venue.

I was dragged to this gig by a friend who has a penchant for Mr Young! I’ve been to trading boundaries many times and always leave after having the best night….this gig was no exception the band were on form, the crac was great from the band and the all round atmosphere was truly electric.Due to late booking we were standing only but as always the food looked and smelt amazing and I overheard some customers commenting as to how wonderful the food was.The staff are an absolute credit to Michael & Tracy who obviously run a very happy ship. I would like to end this review by saying a massive thank you to Michael as he made an older lady very happy 🥰

First visit tonight as a disabled person absolutely fantastic looked after from start to finish music fantastic seen the band many times still as good as ever would definitely recommend the venue looking forward to coming back.food excellent.

I went four times in 2022. The package is amazing. Music is always great and the atmosphere spot on. It's the staff and attention to detail which make to so good, Great food - good with allergies - good wine / beer and service. I...

Recently had lunch with my niece and the food was exceptional, great quality, great value, delicious.

Delicious. Nice menu, lovely staff and great atmosphere. Such a great family business who cares in what they are doing which is rare to find these days

We decided to take a good friend for lunch as the food has always reliable. The whole site has been refurbished with a bigger bar area and what looks like a new kitchen (the old one was really small and had a hatch through to...

Popped in for lunch on Thursday 3 November. Only toasties on the menu and no ingredient information for the bread. The excuse being that it came from a bakery that didn't provide that information. There was no offer to contact the bakery to ask about...

As expected we had a fantastic evening with great quality food to compliment the amazing music. We’ve seen many acts here over the years each time we are made to feel welcome by the hosts We’ll keep coming to see the exceptional acts that are...

Went to watch The Korgis live, what an absolute gem of a venue. A beautiful old building with lovely grounds. A fantastic and energetic performance with a great stage and brilliant lighting. An intimate dining experience with fabulous food, very attentive, professional and friendly service....

Been to see Focus there twice, and will go abain whenever I can. The proprietors are great and friendly, the Roger Dean exhibition is wonderful, and the man himself appears to be a regular visitor. Loved the quirky furniture and decorations that are on sale.

Breakfast?? Whilst working in the local area for a couple of days, a colleague and I were looking for somewhere for breakfast. Nothing fancy, just perhaps a bacon / sausage sandwich? We arrived just before 10am and were told the didn’t open until 10 (fair...

I have now attended TB on four separate occasions - 2x Standing and 2x Dining Live Music Events. It's such a delightfully chilled and friendly venue (which indidentally, folk have been known to travel internationally to, simply for a single gig...), and it's pretty plain...

myself and party had a brilliant night focus was the band, music was Queen. food was great ,the whole experience was 1st RATE , would recommend this venue to all in a heart beat. our table safe could not do enough as to all the...

We have just been to see the Simon and Garfunkel tribute and the whole experience was exceptional. The food was excellent as was the service - we were looked after throughout the evening by a fabulous team. The ambiance at Trading Boundaries is always superb...

Having only visited once before, and then only to peruse the adjacent shop, we attended the recent "The Watch" performance, which was superb in every way. We were accompanied by our brother-in-law and nephew. The venue is unique(?) for the area, being a cafe-restaurant-club type...

Fabulous night last night at the Elton john concert, met at the front door and shown to our table , very comfortable chairs , drinks waiting for us , all in all a brilliant night great staff highly recommended, we will return, thank you

This was our first time attending a live concert at this venue (due to my work). Greeted at the door and showed to our table, our drinks order was promptly taken, but we had to chase our order as did the adjoining table, we received...

Fantastic! They have put in so much work in order for people to enjoy live music during these socially distancing times. Helping to keep musicians and people locally employed. Saw the Tribute band “FLASH” last night, brilliant. Please support this amazing venue before the fun...

Trading Boundaries are fast becoming a very popular event location but with Covid-19 causing such places serious problems, the owners have had to think outside the box. So they are organising outdoor events to keep the musicians, and support technicians, not to mention their own...

We stopped for brunch and were very pleased we did. An unusual place serving great food. Service was friendly and food delicious.

Popped in for a light lunch after a visit to Sheffield park.food was nice, but lack of interest from staff. There were several members of staff but no one seemed interested in serving. Would be better to order at counter as table service was non...

Awful customer service this afternoon. Just returned home for lunch as they were unable to provide us with the food we’d ordered today. As follows: 10.30am Called to reserve a Booth for 11.15am for 5 (4 adults, one child). Advised that all booths were booked...

To celebrate this beautifully sunny day we decided to have a light lunch here today. Really couldn't believe how bad it was. Firstly my coffee was stewed and bitter. I said I couldn't drink it and it was replaced by a much smoother and nicer...

Visited today with my fussy mum- we had lovely fresh cake and really good hot coffee. The staff were friendly and courteous, I purchased a beautiful Indian chair from the lovely selection of Indian furniture for sale. A little bit of haggling and I was...

Great night, brilliant atmosphere, Pendragon on stage after a first class meal, great company with like-minded individuals (somewhat 'cosy' perhaps) and all without breaking the bank - what more could you ask? Already booked for the Strawbs.

Went for lunch and very surprised at how good this was. Very busy but staff were brilliant. .Good very good, Mac and cheese excellent, Husband had the Vietnamese chicken which he said was very very good.

Enjoyed a tasty sausage sandwich with a cappunicino. For £6.50 I think it would be good to have some decent bread, not just sliced bread. Enjoyed the surroundings. Very confusing as to whether to order from the table or the counter as well whether payment...

Did not read any reviews before going for this musical event although have been to the restaurant before for brunch and visited the quirky shops a few times. I concur with all those good reviews you can read about this place. Totally magic. Staff (both...

Great beef burger shame about the rest. Chicken burger dry and tasteless, chips over cooked and hard. Supposed to come with salad i don’t call a cherry tomato and a lettuce leaf a salad.

Food, Furniture, Live Music, Delightful Owners, Lovely Staff, Great Food, Green Vinyl, The Amazing Lavender Sisters, Great Vibe, Food and Atmosphere. I should and could go on, But Honestly......WOTS NOT TO LIKE.....LOVE THIS PLACE

Had a really fabulous evening at this event. We had a table towards the back of the floor, with had a good view of the stage. Food was really good, service friendly, prompt and attentive. Everything was well organised,would definitely recommend.

We were there for a music evening and it's easy to see why it is rated so highly by both musicians and fans. Not only the venue and its intimacy but also the staff who were all helpful and fun. We will definitely return

Waited ages for the food to arrive. Then was ripped off with the bill. No receipt provided. When I queried the obvious excessive amount, it was quickly reduced. But was this was still overpriced. Staff on the make by the looks of it?

We have friends who are regulars and have been on at us for ages to sample the delights of Trading Boundaries and I wish we had heeded their suggestion earlier. It's a lovely setting, with rooms full of interesting art work and furniture and well worth a visit just on that basis. However the food and music evenings are the icing on the cake. In an intimate setting you can sit at your own table and enjoy a thoroughly professional concert almost within touching distance of the performers. In the past three months alone we've seen Lifesigns, Barock Project, Focus, Last Night of the Proms, Yes Please, Oye Santana and most recently Simon and Garfunkul Through the Years. Every time we go we come away thinking that's the best concert we've seen....until the next time!

We had a light lunch whilst visiting the roger dean exhibition here. The cafe is spacious and clean. Staff were friendly if a bit steady. We ordered sandwiches with varying fillings. The cheese and pickle was copious amounts of pickle with sparse cheese! The bread was disappointing, being the ordinary sliced variety. It would have been so much nicer with good bread! Prices were relatively expensive.

Fantastic jewel in the Sussex countryside. Friendly, intimate and organic, and OMG an amazing music venue which attracts great artists. A place to make you feel alive away from all the chain outlets distant corporate city music venues.

A Great Evening seeing Oye Santana tribute band. The band were fantastic and I would highly recommend seeing them the lead guitarist is amazing, vocals good and the whole band are very skilled and work great together.

Lunch menu was a little restrictive but food was tasty and fairly priced. Service was a little slow but staff were friendly

Once again, Tracy, Michael and their superbly professional team pulled out all the stops to deliver a wonderful evening of first-class catering, effortlessly lovely table service and Dutch prog rock, courtesy of some lovely chaps called 'Focus' who turned up to entertain us royally! Still our fave venue hosting our fave band... cheers to one and all for a stunningly groovy evening!!

We had tickets for the Nick Harper concert at Trading Boundaries so also opted to have a meal before the show. It was a cold wet Autumnal evening but the delightful ambience of the Trading Boundaries candle lit cafe-bar immediately made us feel warm and welcome. We had pre-ordered our 2-course dinner having been contacted by email and once seated the food arrived promptly. It was excellent - good portion sizes, hot and tasty. There were in the region of 30 or so other diners and the courtesy & service of the waiting staff was extremely good. We would certainly eat there again if we had tickets for one of the many music events they do. We will also try to call in for lunch or a snack when next in the area (it’s very close to Sheffield Park and the Bluebell Railway).

Having gone there for a lunch we won't be bothering again. Took an age for the food to arrive. Myself and my partner had a decent enough meal, but my granddaughter had a cheese sandwich. It was in fact just one slice of bread. So half a cheese sandwich. Which made it over £8 for a complete sandwich! The gentleman who took our money overcharged us at first. Then reduced it but was still over charging. Their loss in the long run as we shall not be going again.

Popped in Wednesday afternoon for a treat of coffee and delicious cake, and bumped into Michael on the way out.As we chatted he convinced me that he had three amazing evenings lined up around the Emerson family and the Barock Project and Nick Harper,so unusually I bought tickets for all three nights.

Popped by for lunch while in the area.

What a wonderful evening! Everyone I feel had an amazing night! The food was on point! Sausage and mash but not just s&m; It had to be the best I've had x Kristian went out of his way to organise our table for us which was very much appreciated.The service was second to none and I have to say it's the staff who make TB.Our friends from far and wide have already asked us to organise our next night out! I feel it's time to bring back Debbie Harris and bootleg Blondie who are the most amazing tribute to Blondie.The great thing about this venue is that they listen to their patrons and are even organising a coach to bring punters from Haywards Heath to the club and then back! So so amazing so let's all support this gem in Sussex. I personally cannot wait to go back for a great night/ lovely lunch in the most amazing environment.

Out for a ride on my motorbike and stopped for coffee and cake, good selection and not to bad on price. Staff are friendly and helpful. There is no phone signal here but they have WiFi available

Myself and four little ones spent a lovely afternoon me sitting whilst the girls chased butterfly’s on the extensive grounds.The boys lazed our by the swings playing on the I phone the cake was as always amazing! But the reason I keep coming back is because the staff are so lovely and always helpful.

Returning from East Grinstead to Brighton we called into Trading Boundaries for some refreshments a lovely seating area on the balcony we had a lovely pot of tea and a soft drink. Waitress service. Generous pot of tea

Nice garden with the cafe but paid £3.50 for a small pastry which had obviously been heated in microwave as it was stale - overpriced, shame.

Trading Boundaries is a wonderful spot for casual dinning, unusual shopping and imaginative evening events. Well worth a visit.

I love trading boundaries and the music and atmosphere was wonderful last sat, there were only a couple of things last sat that was not up to its usual high standard, we did not get the usual role. With our dinner, and asked for coffee which we did not get, the waiting staff seemed hurried and understaffed. We also went for coffee on another occasion, and asked for coffee the waiting staff were not busy but they forgot about us and we had to get up from there seats to remind them, and felt we wre interrupting their private conversation. Usually i would give it a ten, but on this ocassion only average, because this wonderful venue and music was spoilt by the waiting staff. We are going back in october and hope the service improves

My wife and I visited for the first time on Wednesday. The large house with pretty garden looked inviting so we thought we would stop by. We entered via the front door and instantly were met with a large Indian taxi that had been turned into a bar! Very very cool. The sights and smells were amazing, it was like travelling into a different world, the kind of amazement you experience on holiday when you find something unusual. We looked around for a while and ventured upstairs to find the most amazing artwork by an artist called Roger Dean (we didn't know who that was) a very helpful man called Christian explained in great detail the history of the artist and some of the amazing art we sort of recognised but were not sure why (turns out they were album covers). We then had lunch in the vast cafe - opting to sit inside as temperatures were very high that day! We both had a salad and glass of wine for £10 each, given the quality and the friendly service from the manager and her staff we thought that was very reasonable. The staff were doing very well in the heat! We felt totally at home, looked after when needed and left alone to chat too. We then explored the courtyard to the rear of the building there were a variety of shops, my wife bought some clothing from the one on the end and I browsed the new record shop, very nostalgic. We purchased a few bits and pieces in the main house and will definitely return to buy furniture for our house when we move. Christian was very hands-on we saw him in various places around the site, getting stuck in, we assumed he was the owner, very proud and hardworking. All of the people there were so friendly and we can't wait to visit again and do some more relaxed shopping! Many thanks to all we met and making us feel so welcome if only more shops were like this......

I stopped off just for a coffee and ended up staying for lunch in The Elephant Cafe. This is a lovely place to laze away on an otherwise dull (but warm) day. Before you reach the cafe you can meander through the 'showroom' of lovely carved Indian furnishings and other nik naks. It does not disappoint.

Not entirely sure how I would describe this venue. Restaurant; bar; emporium, garden; music venue - the list goes on! What I can say us that a visit will not disappoint! We tend to go for the food and drink with both indoors and outside seating. Lovely play area for the kids in fine weather. Coffee is good and the food is delicious. Inside the retail area downstairs, one is reminded of an asian bazaar while the upstairs is a mix if art and furniture for sale. We have yet to visit for the music but will definitely do so soon. You can sign up to the newsletter which will keep you informed of upcoming events. Parking is good and service is better!

Came here after going to see the water lilies at Sheffield Park. It was only recently that friends told us this place had an ‘eaterie’. One word gorgeous - sat outside on the terrace overlooking the garden. Nice to see some different things on the menu - we both opted for the chicken tikka brioche with fries and aioli. One word of advice if you are a couple you both have to eat the aioli or send your other half to the spare room. It was delicious but VERY garlicky. We really enjoyed our lunch. Worth a visit.

We have been to four gigs at this fantastic venue.

Wife and I took a table in the back of this maze of goodies for a sit down meal with Just Floyd, a talented tribute to the original Pink Floyd. In one hand you have a fascinating labyrinth of antiques and collectables, and in the other you have a man with a vision. We chatted with the owner briefly, who has recreated the prog rock scene in his back room. He's done it incredibly well. The room was decorated elaborately, lush with giant golden buddhas, black starlit ceiling cloth, ancient pillars.The dropped seated area feels like a London Jazz Club and whole effect leaves you feeling like you're on a Yes album cover. The food was great. The music was great. I felt that the price was great, and they do this all the time with all manner of tribute acts. I'm pretty sure that any of these events would make an admirable gift to share with the other half. We'll be back for sure. Give it a shot.

Absolutely love this place, ate here on a weekday lunch, service was prompt and friendly and food was divine! Such an interesting place to spend the afternoon looking at the furniture and bits and bobs. Can't recommend enough!

Visited Trading Boundaries for the first time yesterday, have to say the food was excellent and enjoyed the sun sitting on their wooden decking with my family. Loads of interesting furniture and indian knick-knacks, and we bought a small Roger dean print for our landing! Would highly recommend for a relaxing afternoon with the kids.

It would have been 4 stars but for what we had I found it a bit expensive. For lunch I had a sandwich (which comes with trimmings) and my wife had a salad. We both had a good slice of cake with a coffee to wash it down. So I suppose I shouldn't really be surprised that the bill came to £32, given that it is out-of-the-way in a nice location. Service was good, and they've invested in the gardens since I was last there, which has made a lovely outdoor space at the rear. I did go and see a Santana tribute band here last year which was a great evening.

I spend the day driving in Sussex in the High Weald area yesterday. What a wonderful area it is. I stopped at Trading Boundaries for a late lunch. It was idyllic to sit in the garden and enjoy the great weather and excellent food. I then found the Roger Dean Gallery a bought a print for my study. A great day our from London for me. I will be visiting again !

On a sunny weekday afternoon I was in the area and decided to call in to Trading Boundaries for a browse and some refreshment. I made my way though the cafe/restaurant area and noted the signed advising customers should take a seat and would be attended by waiting staff. So I found a table outside and waited. While I was sitting there three more groups of people arrived and took seats at various tables outside. All were asked by staff what they wanted to eat or drink but for some reason they completely ignored me.

This was the 3rd time we have been here. Toyah, Hue and Cry and now tonight...excellent and what an improvement in the food department. A great night out.

Our first visit to Trading Boundaries but certainly not our last.

A real let down after my recent visit to the elephant cafe! Having been a regular customer for years I feel that the menu is now very poor. I ordered an ice coffee and it was served in a Harvey’s Beer pint glass!! We didn’t stay for lunch due to the lack of choice.

First time here, to see Colin Blunstone, the whole experience of having dinner a few feet from the stage was great. The staff were very attentive, will be back without a doubt.

Great atmosphere and surroundings, good food and drink with great music! Colin Blunstone was superb!

Myself and our party of 8 attended the concerto Saturday night and what a night! We all had a great evening of food wine and amazing song fro Hue and cry.

What a beautiful evening. Me and best friend went to have dinner and see Hue and Cry. Had the most amazing fish pie and then what a night of music!!! Amazing AMAZING😘

Been coming here for years but will not bother Anymore, as we were so disappointed with our latest visit.

We had booked the restaurant for a family lunch on Mothers' Day, with two mothers in our party. We all selected the two course set menu - main course and dessert. Not a lot of choice but enough that everyone could find something to eat. Unfortunately when the mains arrived we mistook them for starters as they were very small, and cold as well. We sent them back but apart from warming them up, nothing changed. When it came to desserts again the portion size was small. Overall we felt the experience was poor value for money, and it was disappointing that the lunch served up detracted from what should have been a special occasion. To be fair the waiting staff tried to do their best but they couldn't really make up for the poor service by the kitchen.

We have been regulars at TB's music evenings for several years but decided to forgo the dining options 18 months ago as the food was disappointing, instead we just enjoyed great music. We heard a whisper that the food may have improved, it has out of all recognition. We had dining tickets for Martin Turners Wishbone Ash (excellent). A nice touch on arrival were very light goat cheese tarts. Belly pork with red cabbage and mash was good better still my other half's cod with chorizo and sweetcorn veloute which was outstanding as were both deserts a delicate take on Eton Mess and Lemon Possett with rhubarb. TB has a new female chef who has transformed the food from standard cafe fare to something much more refined.

Came to see ELO Show! Was not dissapointed! Delicious meal before show ! Friendly staff ! Maybe a little squashed on the table but otherwise excellent! And the ELO Show was amazing! Highly recommend to everyone! Lost my voice by the end of the evening from singing ! Congratulations to the owner on a fabulous venue and knowing what people want!

Once again the music & the food made for a great evening of entertainment with friends. Well done, I’m looking forward to my next visit.

We visited with friends who live in Haywards Heath. I’ve been before a few years ago, so I was looking forward to a return visit. When we arrived there was a power cut. The jazz duo were still playing by candlelight - they were excellent. We wanted to have lunch but they had sent the chef home! We had cold drinks and then coffees when the power came on after about half an hour. We ended up having lunch at a nearby pub.

Wow visited this little hidden gem yesterday with my partner and I must say I was very impressed

Having been a longstanding customer of TB's I was surprised and disappointed to experience such a mediocre afternoon tea recently. Scones being extracted from commercial cellophane wrapping in front of customers is not a good look - surely they are home/handmade at such an establishment? A lack of choice of biscuits, flapjacks, shortbread etc and not a particularly 'tidy' environment in which to enjoy what there was on offer is not the TB’s Café I am used to! Perhaps we just happened to choose an ‘off day’ and it’s in transition with new ownership/management to give it the benefit of doubt? However, to equal its previous/usual high standards this once ‘talk of the town’ shopping venue needs some serious TLC. The toilets appeared ‘neglected’ not to put too fine a point on it. The Courtyard is sadly also lacking with several units now currently closed. Even the once thriving main house shopping area looked ‘tired’ and absent of new merchandise. Hopefully ‘normal service’ will resume again soon, it’s such a unique and fun establishment, be a real shame to lose it.

We attended Clem Burkes bootleg blondie in January this year and it was an amazing night! I as a local really appreciate the work that goes into getting calibre bands like this to play here so hats off to all that arrange these fantastic nights.We have been on quite a few occassions and have always been impressed with the quality of the food,the ambience but most importantly the caring attitude that comes with the staff who work here.I was highly surprised to read an earlier review from a somewhat disgruntled(dare i say slightly bitter?) person who seemed to have a moan about everything! All i can say is i would have paid to see a soundcheck especially if it had been the one with Clem Burke!

We were looking around for a spot of breakfast and was directed to this place via a small farmshop.

Popped into this building in the middle of Sussex and enjoyed a nice soup lunch on a cold January day. Followed by a walk around the retail shops and all very different. I see they have music nights with some great names from the passed. Worth a visit.

Gone is the juicy burger with salad and fantastic coleslaw only to be replaced with a grey, dry processed offering, a teaspoon of relish, a dead lettuce leaf and a plate full of chips.

I have been coming to Trading Boundaries for many years. It’s unique. Set in the middle of the beautiful Sussex countryside, I go for the wonderful music.

Having been to a live music event here a couple of years ago, I recommended it to a group of friends who had never been, for our Christmas outing. Firstly, the music - No Jacket Required - were outstanding and have no part to play in this review.

I met up with some family at Trading Boundaries for lunch. It's an interesting place - full of Indian furniture and bits and pieces, and outhouses with more to see. It's a music and wedding venue also, and the cafe has a good feel. We had a good lunch - dhal with rotis, quite filling and spicy. I bought a few Christmas presents and will return.

Attended the Steve Hackett acoustic concert evening on Sunday 9th December. Great food, exemplary service and terrific music. A memorable and wonderful evening all round. A big thank you to Michael and Tracey, the owners of this beautiful musical venue. Will be returning many many times in the years to come.

I have visited Trading Boundaries often for a few years and I am very disappointed in the decline of the standard of food over the past few months. The quality of food is now poor and expensive for what it is. I visited recently and was unhappy with the new menu. Everything has been pared to the bone, poor selection now, no specials, poor quality. I ordered a chicken burger, a breast of chicken slapped between a bun with a piece of lettuce and overcooked chips. Everything recently is overcooked. On one visit we were smoked out by the oil billowing out from the kitchen. I like the venue and meet regularly with friends as it is half way house, however I will be choosing carefully what to eat in future. In my opinion the standard of food has gone downhill.

Very festive & Christmassy. My daughter & I had lunch & the service & food was great. We went to an evening of dinner & a band in the summer, it was a fantastic evening again food & service was excellent