Travel Tips - Eating in Lewes, England

This is a real hidden gem and one, which I later discover, relies solely on word of mouth promotion. As a result the café attracts a mix of local regulars and excited first time visitors who’ve stumbled upon this little oasis, which is situated in an area that can easily be missed.

Occupying the courtyard of a sprawling antique furniture shop, which sees an old English red telephone box next to beautiful terracotta pots and period garden ornaments, the Buttercup café is absolutely delightful and its easy to see why it gets so busy, particular on lovely sunny days.

All of the food and cakes are homemade and fresh everyday, including wonderful cinnamon and rhubarb muffins, which are absolutely perfect after you’ve trekked around Lewes. You can also expect local produce including soups, meatballs and wholesome pies.

You have to discover this place for yourself… really you do. Head to the end of the old high street, turn left and look out for Pastorale Antiques. Buttercup is in the courtyard.

Located near the train station, La Portes’s is the ideal place to grab a coffee before exploring the quaint streets and antique shops of Lewes. If you are feeling a bit peckish, be sure to have one of their superb sandwiches or wild boar sausage rolls.

La Portes’s have also signed up to the Lewes Pound scheme (www.thelewespound.org) which means you can pick up a perfect souvenir as well as an excellent latte!