Built in 1734 by Nathaniel Newham, a successful London grocer, the Chequers Inn retains its eighteenth century charm alongside its twenty first century facilities and service.Set in the heart of Maresfield Village, on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, the Chequers is ideally situated for business and pleasure.Close to Gatwick Airport (but not too close), the thriving business centres of Uckfield (5 minutes), Heathfield (20 minutes). The Ancient county town of Lewes and the elegant and historic centre of Tunbridge Wells are both thirty minutes away.