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Where to Eat Wild Game This Season in Brighton, Hove & Sussex

The British game season begins in late summer, but it’s right about now that local produce starts to sing in autumnal harmony and Sussex chefs really lean in. Flavour, heritage and sustainability are all in play. Here’s where to book for a taste of the best.

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The Annual British Game Dinner at Furna, Brighton – Thu 9 Oct 2025

Chef Dave Mothersill’s favourite night of the year is back, and it’s always a proper showstopper: a tasting-menu celebration of British game at the heart of the season. Want to know what it tastes like when you combine passion, skill and the very best produce? Look no further. If you’ve been meaning to try Furna, this should be the night.

On the British Game Dinner menu: 

  • Cornflake crusted partridge, hot sauce, Exmoor caviar
  • Spelt tart, confit mallard, duck egg, wild mushroom, artichoke
  • Yorkshire grouse, salt baked beetroot, sourdough, plum, shiso, timut pepper

Game Season Dinner at Le Flamant, Lindfield

Riffing on the wild flavours of the Sussex countryside, the evening starts with canapés before guests settle down to enjoy a three-course menu showcasing the best local game. 

Hallibut & scallops cosy corner at the Le Flamant

December Game Dinner at Wild Flor, Hove  – Thu 11 Dec 2025

The clue’s in the name: Wild Flor really knows what it’s doing when it comes to game. The third in a series of special 2025 dinners, this one dials up the winter flavours. No need to wait till then though, there’s venison, partridge and wild mushrooms on the autumn menu right now.

On the autumn menu:  

  • Venison carpaccio and Chevin 
  • Partridge, spaetzle, wild mushrooms & chestnut 
  • Venison navarin, anchoiade & smoked grape dressing

side shot of the dishes and drinks served on the table at Wild Flor

How to Play the Game!

Where’s your favourite spot for local game? We’d love to hear all about it!