Pubs and inns

You’re in for a treat if you’re on the hunt for fantastic pubs offering top quality food and drink. Covering the whole county, West Sussex is home to some of the best traditional and contemporary pubs and inns. Whether you’re stopping off to refuel after a long walk, want to soak up the countryside over a leisurely lunch or sample local ales and produce, there are plenty of options to tickle your fancy.

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Halfway Bridge Inn

Halfway Bridge Inn

A Sussex dining destination in the heart of the South Downs,...
The outside of The George at Burpham

The George at Burpham

This 17th century gem is located in a traditional Sussex vil...
The Bax Castle in Horsham

Bax Castle

Bax Castle is a traditional pub serving the finest quality f...

The Shepherd & Dog

Dog friendly, 16th century country pub at the foot of the So...

The Gun Inn

A modern restaurant in an inn established in the 17th centur...
The outside of the Black Jug pub

The Black Jug

The Black Jug is a traditional pub with the bar at it's hear...
The bar at The Stand Up Inn

The Stand Up Inn

The Stand Up Inn may be traditional in appearance, but it is...
The outside of The Countryman

The Countryman Inn

The Countryman is surrounded by stunning open countryside cl...
Fox Goes Free outdoor seating

The Fox Goes Free

The Fox Goes Free is a charming country pub with inglenook f...
The Royal Oak sign

The Royal Oak Inn

The Royal Oak Inn is a restaurant with rooms, serving food m...
Inside bar of The Badgers in Petworth

The Badgers

The Badgers is a privately owned freehouse nestled in the he...
The front of the Hollist Arms in Petworth West Sussex

The Hollist Arms

The Hollist Arms is a 18th Century pub at the heart of the p...
The Cat Inn bar and beer pumps

The Cat Inn

The Cat Inn is a 16th Century free house set in the pictures...
The Crabtree's outdoor green building

The Crabtree

Set in the idyllic Sussex countryside just south of Horsham,...
Duke of Wellington boot hanging in front of the pub in Shoreham

Duke of Wellington

The Duke of Wellington or The Welly is a free house, located...
Inside The Old Bike Store, Worthing's craft beer bar

The Old Bike Store

The Old Bike Store is Worthing's craft beer bar that serves ...

Fantastic local pubs

With West Sussex the home of well-known names like Bedlam Brewery and Bolney Wine, many pubs across the county serve our local tipples. The White Swan in Bosham is perfect if you’re looking for seasonal food and drink, while The George in Burpham has been voted ‘No.1 Pub to Walk to’ by The Sunday Telegraph. Whatever you’re looking for, enjoy a well-deserved drink at one of our finest pubs after a day of exploring.

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The Stand Up Inn sign

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