February 2024 by Michelle Fawn
We had the most wonderful celebration with Barbara at Second Helpings for my friend's baby shower. Barbara went above and beyond to cater to each guest and give us a really special afternoon. The food we had for afternoon tea was so delicious, with amazing quiches and beautiful cakes. The venue was so perfect too and wonderful having an exclusive space just for us all. We can't thank Barbara enough for making it such a special day and we'll definitely be going back for a summer picnic in the garden!
May 2023 by Mary Hemmings
Wonderful hostess and delicious food in a gorgeous setting
April 2023 by 10carolyna
This is a place I have visited many times and it gives and gives. It?s homely without being intrusive. The staff are truly caring. The food is fresh, innovative and absolutely delicious. Go and stay!
October 2022 by Amanda McPake
Thankyou Barbara, another triumph platter from you. Your food is just gorgeously scrumptious ?
September 2022 by Rita W
Booked into Claridge House Retreat Centre for one week's full board including two courses based on MIndfulness Meditation. Both course facilitators/tutors were excellent in all respects. The Claridge House team offered a warm, friendly welcome and went the extra mile in making our stay calm, peaceful and enjoyable. We were served delicious vegetarian food with dairy free and gluten free options. The accommodation was comfortable, airy, attractive and spotlessly clean. Claridge House is a lovely Victorian building set in two acres of beautiful grounds with many large, mature trees reflecting the calming ambience of the house.
July 2022 by lucia charman
Charity event. Excellent food . Would highly recommend
December 2021 by Erica Ansell
Fantastic afternoon tea with friends
September 2021 by Teresa Holmes
Our first choice for my sister?s birthday meal, especially after we had experienced Barbara?s exquisite menus the first time we dined at Second Helpings prior to lockdown, the exclusiveness is even more attractive in these times . I could recommend this experience way higher than the 5 stars is my eyes it?s 10/10 , dare you miss out !!!
September 2021 by Susan B
Lovely peaceful accommodation, stayed in the Courtyard rooms which were very comfortable with a double & a single room with kitchenette, accessible bathroom & its own front door access from the outside. Good continental breakfast served to the room. Excellent information booklet in the room.
June 2021 by simon k
Easy to locate with google maps GPS - free parking Very well kept gardens to walk and sit down in to feel calm next to nature Vegetarian food and I asked for seconds of homemade soup as it was great Friendly staff with a caring relaxed and happy approach No TV but wifi worked well for me with a laptop complimentary fruit - fresh towels - comfy bed village nearby 5 minutes with a mini Tesco & extra food options Close to motorways also 30 miles to Brighton Meals were served outside in the sunny weather for a small number of visitors
September 2020 by Nancy Bikson
Barbara is a superb host for this very unique venture. Second Helpings is a personal restaurant for a small group in a beautiful dining room in Barbara's home in Lingfield. She makes you feel like a friend not a client. It is an ideal way to bring friends together without having to cook or to have a mess in your house! Or for a business, a Christmas party, whatever. You can choose the menu and the cooking and presentation is fantastic. In the summer the garden will be heavenly. Highly recommended.
September 2020 by Anthony Morrissey
We had the most wonderful 4 course meal beautifully planned, produced and presented by Barbara.It really was superb with such delicious and well-balanced flavours. I can?t wait to make a return visit. It certainly beats all those over-priced restaurants - and the surroundings are lovely. 5 stars!
September 2020 by K MA
Booked with a group of girl friends in our early 30s for lunch. Lovely meal, setting and hosts! Had never done anything like this before so was a new experienced but we loved it so much have booked again already. Garden is stunning and we were lucky with the weather so able to eat outside to really enjoy the setting. Many thanks and look forward to the next time
