Babylon is a unique destination set on the edge of the Ashdown forest. Offering delicious food and drink, beautiful plants, and a versatile event hire space.

Great food
Enjoy our delicious, seasonal menu alongside a range of lunchtime specials using the very best of what is available.

Beautiful plants
The plants we grow at Babylon are useful as well as beautiful. We are mindful of the impact we have on the environment and the contribution our plants make to biodiversity.

An event space
We host regular events here at Babylon and our location is a stunning and peaceful setting for your own special occasion.

Jazz in the Greenhouse
One of the best Jazz Harpists in the world, ‘Park Stickney’ will be at Babylon on Tuesday June 10th to play a concert in our Greenhouse. Book your ticket now for this fabulous event!
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We are Regional Winners!
We are absolutely thrilled to have won the Muddy Stilettos Award for Best Casual Dining venue in Sussex.
We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for us. We’ve really proud of the positive feedback and support that our customers have shown us.
Babylon is a destination located in East Sussex on the edge of the Ashdown Forest. A place where you can indulge in delicious food in The Kitchen, and find inspiration for your garden in The Nursery set around our 200 metre long greenhouse! Take time to wander through The Shop and browse our carefully chosen range of homeware, outdoor accessories and local art to enhance your home.
Our goal is to create a welcoming destination for the local community and visitors from further afield. A place for meeting friends and a source of inspiration for your home and outdoor space.
We are passionate about protecting the local environment, sustainability and reducing our environmental impact. We are a Pending B Corp – a formal commitment to positively impact our staff, the local community, our customers and our planet.

Book a table
If you want to book a table for breakfast, brunch, lunch or afternoon tea then please use our reservations system.
For any bookings for tables of more than six people please phone us on 01825 712 300 and select ‘The Kitchen’.
Latest news
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The Courtyard launch party
We’ve had a party to officially launch The Courtyard. Our guests explored the space whilst enjoying delicious canapés created by our head chef Alex.
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The Plant Nursery is looking lovely!
We have a new Head of Retail here and they’ve worked their magic across our site!
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Introducing Heath + Down
Have you visited Heath + Down yet? Come and have a browse and say “Hi!” to the lovely Nicky Guymer…