As far as I can see there are two downsides to the gastropub revolution that has taken place in the last few years. Firstly, little pubs have been transformed from cosy watering holes into pint-sized DFS showrooms with uniform leather-backed furniture, mood lighting and the permanent odour of lamb shanks in red wine jus. Secondly, they have begun to think that they are restaurants more than they are pubs, and decided that dogs are no longer welcome.
The Griffin Inn is well known for it's imaginative menu and excellent food and wine (attracting high praise from Giles Coren and other marginally less explosive restaurant critics), and welcomes well-behaved dogs with open arms, as long as you are happy to sit at one of the many tables in the bar area.
If you visit in winter there are two roaring fires to doze beside. During the warmer months try the garden - it's large, grassy, and perfect for dogs who like to stretch out for an afternoon nap in the sun. Bowls of water and bonies are provided without you really having to ask.
Better still the Griffin has a dozen rooms with comfy beds and excellent bathrooms, so after a large supper there's no need to worry about driving home...
The Griffin Inn, Fletching, East Sussex, TN22 3SS
http://www.thegriffininn.co.uk/
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