A raft of pub and cafe openings are bringing a much-needed boost to a seaside town. Newhaven, a town with a “growing reputation”, has had a number of new eateries open this year. The Seaford Piggery has moved into The Ship in the High Street and is now offering hog roasts, while Harvey’s pub The Bridge Inn has reopened with a traditional menu and cocktails.
Staff at The Bridge Inn in Newhaven (Image: Phil Steere (Harvey’s Brewery)) Mamoosh Riverside has opened a deli, cafe and takeaway at the Marine Workshops and Drink and Dine Café Lounge is open for breakfast, lunch, tapas and drinks in the High Street. Mamoosh Riverside’s new café and deli was joined by Lewes brewery Abyss setting up a pop-up at The Sidings this summer. Einat Chalmers, Mamoosh Bakery and Mamoosh Riverside founder, said: “This expansion, a sister company to our thriving bakery, was a strategic move.
The deli required a larger space to meet the increasing demand. “Since our expansion to the riverside venue in June, we have been delighted by the positive response and the growth in our trade.” Historic Harvey’s pub The Bridge reopened in Newhaven High Street and has been taken over by the team behind The Dorset in Lewes and Dinkum in Polegate.
Originally built in the 18th century, this Georgian residence housed King Louis Philippe of France and Queen Marie Amelie after they fled during the French revolution. The pub has launched its food menu which includes dishes such as fish and chips, .