Situated in 7 acres of beautiful and serene sussex countryside the hickstead hotel is the perfect setting for a country escape and is a great base to explore this idyllic rural county being so conveniently located near some of the best sightseeing locations in sussex the hickstead hotel is a fantastic place to enjoy a deluxe afternoon tea with a friend or loved one sit back and relax amongst the beautiful surroundings and indulge in a selection of fresh sandwiches homemade scones and cakes