Mandy Foss

Benefits of Using a Hot Tub in Winter

February 2, 2026

The benefits of using a hot tub are not limited to spring or summer. The experience of sitting in warm water outdoors when it is cold and/or raining feels great whilst bringing benefits to your physical and mental wellbeing. Winter can be one of the toughest times of year for many people and a hot…

J Smith – January 2026

January 23, 2026

Lovely helpful welcome. Owls Nest was bright, cosy and welcoming. Hope to come back later in the year for some star-gazing.

C. J January 2026

January 23, 2026

Lovely, cosy Shepherds Hut, modern facilities with everything we need! Comfy bed, lovely bathroom and good shower. BBQ was fun and fab! We really enjoyed it. Lovely, cosy and secluded for the weekend with my partner and dog, little village is great too.

Top 10 Walks & Hikes Around Alfriston

January 14, 2026

Nestled within the South Downs National Park, Alfriston is a walker’s paradise. Rolling chalk hills, river valleys, historic villages, and breathtaking viewpoints make it one of the best places in East Sussex for walking and hiking. Whether you’re after a gentle riverside stroll or a more challenging hill walk, there’s something for everyone right on…

Your Guide to Stargazing at Alfriston Cabins, within the South Downs Dark Sky Reserve

November 4, 2025

Imagine a place where the stars aren’t just faint flickers, but a breathtaking, all-encompassing canvas. That place is Alfriston, nestled deep within the South Downs National Park, a designated International Dark Sky Reserve. Here, the commitment to reducing light pollution means you can experience the cosmos in a way that’s become nearly impossible in most urban…

Martyne & Gordon – September 2025

September 10, 2025

It was so quiet and peaceful. We loved staying here and Mandy was very friendly and helpful! Will definitely recommend. Everything we needed was provided and some.

Owen – various dates in 2024 and 2025

September 10, 2025

It has been an absolute pleasure to stay at Alfriston Cabins many times in recent times. I spent around 23 weeks spread across the last year staying in one of Mandy and Darran’s shepherd’s huts whilst studying on the south coast and it has been a joy to be there. The huts are really well…

Jinti – August 2025

September 10, 2025

We really loved our stay in Robins Retreat. I thought the accommodation had been really well thought out and we were very comfortable. What a lovely setting amidst the apple orchard.