David and Carrie Allcorn have run Vats for a number of years, and it has earned its place as a resort for those who like good food and good wine, with good service but no fuss: David welcomes all customers, but particularly those who appreciate what is put before them. Our menu reflects their considerable experience in the wine trade; and their love for game.

SEAFOOD AU GRATIN Prawns, scallops, haddock & mussels.

LOIN (SADDLE) OF WILD EAST SUSSEX VENISON Parmentiére potatoes, roasted parsnips, carrot & swede purée.

WELSH RAREBIT On toasted muffin.

ASSIETTE OF DESSERTS A trio of puddings.

FILTER COFFEE With chocolate wafers.

ON ARRIVAL CREMANT DE LIMOUX Cuvée Eugeine 2010 Delightful sparkling wine from south east France Made by the Champagne Method Dry, good fruit & fresh

STARTER VINA REAL BIANCO Rioja 2010 Good, dry full flavoured wine Very white Burgundy in style

MAIN COURSE CHATEAU TANESSE Première Cotes de Bordeaux 2009 Very well made underrated Claret from an excellent vintage Full & rich EN MAGNUM

PUDDING MUSCAT DE BEAUME DE VENISE 2009 Delightful peach like dessert wine from southern Rhone

CHEESE BROADBENT 5 YEAR OLD MADEIRA Rich & nutty with an elegant dry finish

Tickets are £80 for members and £85 for guests.

Dress will be lounge suit with insignia, as appropriate