Grove Tavern

01/09/2026

The Informers - Brighton, UK dusted off an old Robin Trower song at the The I N F O R M E R S Duo Live at The John Harvey Tavern! last night! Thanks to those folks who came along, keeping local live music alive!

The full band is at the Lewes Con Club on Friday 18th Sept!

'Too Rolling Stoned' (1974) - Robin Trower

Upcoming Informers gigs:

Monday 31st August - The Grove Tavern, Tunbridge Wells, 4-7pm
(Informers Duo)

Saturday 12th September - The Neptune, Hove, 9-11pm
(Informers Band with Tony Kenyon on drums, Nelson Day on keys and Lindsey Oliver on bass) The Neptune Inn

Sunday 13th September - The Stag, Portslade, 4-6pm
(Informers Trio with Nelson Day on keys) The Stags Head Pub, Portslade

Friday 18th September - The Con Club, Lewes, 8.30-11pm
(Informers Band with Tony Kenyon on drums, Lindsey Oliver on bass and Nelson Day on keys) Informers Band Live at The Lewes Con Club!

23/02/2026

We only went & got '... the days most recommended pub' from The Great British Pub Crawl in Tunbridge Wells yesterday.

Obviously a man with great taste!

20/04/2025

Typical example of today's media drumming up completely inaccurate headlines to just sensationalise themselves, by The Mirror.

Whilst not a fan of Keir Starmer, or his party, I can see no mention in the actual article nor on his X post where this extra 2 hours opening is described as a 'major change to pubs'. Considering everything else this party is doing to destroy the pub trade, if this had been the case then it would have been a definite slap in the face but instead, it is just the gutter press doing what they do best.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer urged pubgoers to 'come together' for the 80th anniversary of VE Day next month, which will be marked by concerts, street parties and a change to licensing hours

01/03/2025

We may have had someone famous in the pub this afternoon... yes, the singer Jo-Jo of Jo-Jo & The Teeth was here but we are talking about Frankie, her dog who stole the show! Richard managed to feed the dog one of our doggie biscuit treats before being barked at to leave them alone with their rightful celebrity status!

We are Jo-Jo & The Teeth. London-Based, Glam Rock N Rolla’s.

22/02/2025

A new look, but the same great taste of

But! We have a debate happening within the Grove...what handle and badge design is preferred by the people?

We're torn between the two and need some friendly advice from our cherished customers! 🍻

Let us know your thoughts! 💡
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17/02/2025

It is officially the Random Acts of Kindness Day today & what better way to celebrate than over a pint of the foaming stuff with friends?

This is effectively a "Two for One Offer" as not only is it an act of kindness to buy a friend (or complete stranger) a drink but also doubles as another act of kindness in supporting your local pub during these particularly trying times.

So go on... be a two time random act of kindness giver with just one simple action.

10/04/2024

Oh dear... could be an interesting year ahead!

Personally though, it is a little difficult to feel sorry for them when able to compare their actions to that of the Post Office (see image in first comment).

Time for a new film Gwyneth Hughes, ITV?

Owner of 4,400 UK pubs including Slug & Lettuce chain says no guarantee it can continue as going concern

31/03/2024

New b**r just on now - Dorking Brewery Aldhurst Original 3.4%