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Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

LocAle Pubs

  • Barcombe
    • Royal Oak High Street Barcombe BN8 5BA Telephone(01273) 400418

      This welcoming pub is situated right in the heart of the village, easily accessed from the main road. Parking is available either outside or in the village car park 50yds away. There is a long front bar with wooden flooring, wooden tables and chairs plus a separate dining room. Attached to the building is a skittle alley. There are two permanent Harvey's beers on plus real cider from South Downs. There is a small but regularly changing menu using locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Under new management since Nov 2023.

  • Brighton
    • Battle of Trafalgar 34 Guildford Road Brighton BN1 3LW Telephone(01273) 327997

      Quirky locals’ pub only a minute from Brighton Railway Station. Long narrow room next to bar leads down to beer garden; other room ‘behind’ the bar. Lots of random prints on the walls, some sea themed appropriate to the pub’s name. If you operate the Engine Room Telegraph (it’s difficult not to if you don’t know otherwise) you’ll be expected to make a donation to the RNLI; the locals will insist! Monthly music nights on Sunday, weekly quiz night, curry night every Wednesday. Excellent menu including vegan and gluten free options as well as their renowned Sunday roast. Up to 5 real ales and an eclectic spirits selection.

    • Black Horse 112 Church Street Brighton BN1 1UD

      Situated opposite the Corn Exchange, just two minutes from the Brighton Pavillion, Dome and Theatre Royal. An ideal venue for a pre/post theatre or concert visit.

    • Brighton Bierhaus 161 Edward Street Brighton BN2 0JB Telephone(01273) 686386

      Former Jury's Out re-opened as Brighton Bierhaus. Brewery tap for Brighton Bier with 5 handpumps and 20 keg lines as well as numerous Belgian and German beers in bottles and cans and areal cider. Large screens in bar displays beer list with descriptions and prices. Drinks served in one third, half, two thirds and pint measures. Bring your own food / order from local takeaways / occasional popups. Toasties from the Croque Shop available. Card payment only.

    • Chimney House 28 Upper Hamilton Road Brighton BN1 5DF Telephone(01273) 556708

      Located just a short walk from Seven Dials, but a good uphill hike from the Station, the Chimney house offers something for everyone from a cup of tea and a slice of cake, pint of Harveys, glass of prosecco, dirty little burger or a relaxed three course meal. They strive to source ingredients from within Sussex with fish from Shoreham and Newhaven fruit and vegetables from local farms and glasshouses as well as meat from Garlic Wood Farm. Open Bank Holiday Mondays.

    • Colonnade Bar 10 New Road Brighton BN1 1UF Telephone(01273) 328728

      Created in 1894 when part of an existing Georgian building was incorporated into the Theatre Royal complex. It still serves as a theatre bar for interval drinks. It is located in the centre of Brighton, close to the Pavilion Gardens and the Dome Complex. It has an ornate and plush interior. It is also an oasis of calm within the noise and bustle of Brighton city centre. One real ale plus two real ciders to tempt you plus an extensive selection of gins.

    • Constant Service 96 Islingword Road Brighton BN2 9SJ Telephone(01273) 607058

      A friendly one bar locals' pub in the residential Hanover district of Brighton. This Harveys tied house usually stocks three ales. There is a deck behind the bar playing a wide variety of vinyl LPs but it is quiet enough for good conversation. Two televisions show sport and there is live music every Thursday. Good quality and value food is served every evening and lunchtimes Sat and Sun. There is a small but lovely garden at the rear.

    • Cowley Club 12 London Road Brighton BN1 4JA

      Long established private members club in Brighton with a bar. Quoted opening hours are the hours the club is licensed for, not necessarily the actual opening hours. See website for more info.

    • Evening Star 55-56 Surrey Street Brighton BN1 3PB Telephone(01273) 328931

      This independent pub features seven beers, mostly from microbreweries. Real cider and sometimes a perry are available on handpump. A varied selection of bottled beers and worldwide beers on draught is also available. A Good Beer Guide regular, this small pub is popular with a varied clientele of all ages from all over the country and can get very busy. Occasional beer festivals and live music are also staged. Patio seating with awning at the front. A Sri Lankan-inspired pop-up kitchen serves food most evenings. Takeaway service available. Card payments only.

    • Great Eastern 103 Trafalgar Street Brighton BN1 4ER Telephone(01273) 677654

      The Great Eastern is a traditional pub in the North Laine3 area with a wide range of beers, craft beers, spirits, cocktails and shots. Entertainment includes regular live record spinners on Fridays to Sundays with music selected by the staff at other times. Chess club Tuesdays. 5 handpumps with always some Sussex micro-brewery ales on offer. Order and pay app available.

    • Green Dragon 8-9 Sydney Street Brighton BN1 4EN Telephone(01273) 677663

      A small single bar pub in one of Brighton's busy shopping streets. The furnishings consist of tables with a mix of chairs, stools and fixed seating on a wooden floor. To the rear is a small patio garden.

    • Greys 105 Southover Street Brighton BN2 9UA Telephone(01273) 232615

      A friendly pub in the Hanover district. Prior to becoming a pub in 1864 it was a greengrocers. Recently sold by EI Group to an operator from Northampton after a bid by locals to run it as a community pub fell through. Nov 2018 - now 3 handpumps, 2 serving real ale and 1 cider. Also about 10 keg fonts with craft ales.

    • Hand in Hand 33 Upper St James's Street Brighton BN2 1JN Telephone(01273) 699595

      Small brew-pub in the Kemp Town area which has a tower brewery over 4 floors at the rear of the building (formerly the Kemptown Brewery). It has a quirky and old fashioned interior with bags of charm and character. Note the ties adorning the bar including some brewery ones. Despite setting up a big brewery in Worthing The Hand Brewery continues to brew here for small batch and special releases and the full range of the brewery beers will be available. Food can be ordered in from local take-aways. Note the Toad in the Hole game.

    • Haus on the Hill 58 Southover Street Brighton BN2 9UF Telephone(01273) 601419

      Pub has been taken over by Brighton Bier. Five handpumps dispense mainly local guest beers. Ten fonts have a variety of keg beers. Real cider is bag-in-box usually from Ascension. Food is provided by Danny O'Shea's Taste of the Caribbean. The choice normally includes a dark beer. Runner-up local POTY 2024.

    • Howard 1 Howard Road Brighton BN2 9TP Telephone(01273) 675356

      Reopened Apr 2022 as the Howard. Sep 2022 - normally two real ales, but recently reported that both pump clips turned round.

    • Independent 95 Queens Park Road Brighton BN2 0GH Telephone(01273) 602822

      Re-opened June 2015 as the Independent following a major refit. There is a "wall" of 20 changing keg beers, three taps for cask beer, and two still ciders poured straight from the cellar. The pub, formerly the Walmer Castle/Walmer originally owned by King and Barnes, latterly by Hall and Woodhouse sits on the corner of Queens Park Road and Albion Hill and, in addition to draught beer, sells craft beer in cans and bottles. The in-house brewery, Moon, has a permeant, rotating keg line, and can occasionally be found on cask. While the venue doesn't serve food, it offers a wide range of snacks (including picked eggs) and guests are welcome to order in from local delivery services.

      Cask beers are £3 a pint Mon, Tues and Weds, and feature both local and national independent breweries.

    • Lord Nelson Inn 36 Trafalgar Street Brighton BN1 4ED Telephone(01273) 695872

      Close to the railway station, this Harvey's tied house has been a GBG regular serving the full range of Harvey's beers plus seasonal ales. There are 2 bars at the front with a central servery with 5 handpumps. A lower bar at the rear has been recently added with 3 handpumps. There are various seating areas in the lower part of the building where it expanded into the neighbouring premises. Acoustic night the first Monday of every month and Quiz Night on Tuesdays.

    • Marine Tavern 13 Broad Street Brighton BN2 1TJ Telephone(01273) 965484

      Marine Tavern has stood on Broad Street in Brighton for over a century. Originally established in the late 1800s, The Marine Tavern has been a cornerstone of the Kemptown community, serving as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Over the years, it has witnessed the ebb and flow of Brighton's ever-evolving landscape, yet its enduring charm has remained unyielding. With its cozy interiors, welcoming ambiance, and friendly staff, it continues to be a beloved institution that brings people together.

    • Maris & Otter 114 Western Road Brighton BN1 2AB Telephone(01273) 900845

      Dec 2021 - now open with handpumps serving Harvey's beers and eight keg fonts, one of which dispenses Weston's Vintage cider and the rest various forms of lager and keg beers. Large 2 room pub on 2 levels with a contemporary interior and exposed brick and a new bar counter. A selection of table and chairs in both rooms. The kitchen provides a selection of pub favourites and tasty street food . Unisex toilets are downstairs with 5 cubicles off a corridor and a disabled toilet upstairs. Card payments only. Letting rooms now in use. Takeaway service available. Card payments only from 17/7/24 - no cash.

    • Market Inn 1 Market Street Brighton BN1 1HH Telephone(01273) 329483

      The Market Inn was built in the 1800's and beautifully converted in the 1900's to a fine traditional English pub. Situated in the heart of Brighton's historic Lanes area, two minutes from the Brighton Pavilion, the seafront, the pier and close to the Brighton Centre, the Dome, Theatre Royal and the shopping amenities of the Churchill Square Shopping Centre. Food is available all day 10% discount to Camra members.

    • Mitre Tavern 13 Baker Street Brighton BN1 4JN Telephone(01273) 622759

      The full range of Harvey’s from Best to Old is generally on offer and is always well-kept and served. With a new License Owner since March 24, there is now the daily introduction of locally made pies with mash until sold out. Its cosy corner house backstreet vibe, chintzy wallpaper and never too busy feel provides space for people to talk and enjoy the range of Harvey’s beers.

    • Oak 46 St James's Street Brighton BN2 1RG Telephone(01273) 621093

      Traditional pub with a modern twist .New decor, huge sunny beer garden, new stage area for Djs , musicians & performance inside too. Food provided by Kuki’s Tandoori bringing unique genuine Indian street food all week day & night. Aug 2024 - refurbished and re-opened under its old name.

    • Prince Albert 48 Trafalgar Street Brighton BN1 4ED Telephone(01273) 730499

      Large Victorian free house with a number of rooms off the main bar. Built as a hotel to serve the nearby Brighton railway station. It has five constantly used hand pumps, mainly serving beers from local breweries plus real cider. It serves office workers during the day and a mixed clientele in the evening. Live music or a DJ every night. Famous for the kissing policeman Banksy on the pub wall. Particularly prominent CAMRA posters for real cider and perry and lists of those on sale. In summer 2019 the kitchen facility was withdrawn and its space now used as a green room for visiting bands. The pub encourages customers to bring in food from local establishments or arrange meal deliveries. Outdoor seating on benches at the front. Open 12 noon to 12.30 am on Bank Holidays.

    • Prince George 5 Trafalgar Street Brighton BN1 4EQ Telephone(01273) 681055

      Close to many London Road bus routes, this pub has several cosy drinking areas off the main bar, which serves two real ales - currently from 360 Degrees. Award winning vegetarian food is served . The outside area at the rear is heated and covered. Under 18's welcome until 7pm. Quiz night is Sunday and a DJ plays Fridays and Saturdays. Old Rosie cider.

    • Pump House 46 Market Street Brighton BN1 1HH Telephone(01273) 827421

      Historic pub in the Lanes area and part of the Nicholsons chain. A board in the bar reveals the building was bought by a Miss Elliot in 1766 and was first recorded as a pub in 1776. The name derives from an old timber pier with pump house used to pump seawater ashore for bathing in the 18th century. Cider is Westons Old Rosie. Separate restaurant/function room upstairs.

    • Rock Inn 7 Rock Street Brighton BN2 1NF Telephone07483 133187

      At the Brighton Marina end of Kemp Town Multi-purpose venue with Theatre, Cinema, Cabaret Bar, Snug and Terrace heated outside seating area. Following closure in May 2023 re-opened again under its previous name - the Rock Inn. Four handpumps but only one currently in use, in Sept 2024 serving BN2 bitter - a generic house beer origins unknown.

    • Victory Inn 6 Duke Street Brighton BN1 1AH Telephone(01273) 326555

      Situated in the heart of the Lanes, this is one of the city's oldest pubs and part of the Laines Pub Co group. There are two regularly changing local ales. Vegetarian food is available and families are welcome. DJ on Friday evening from 9pm. Additional seating is available in the upstairs bar. May not open until 12.00 although website still says 11.00.

    • Walrus 10 Ship Street Brighton BN1 1AD Telephone(01273) 025749

      Multi-level venue. Pub on ground floor with open fire, snug and booths, restaurant upstairs, two level roof terrace/garden, and in the basement The Underbelly music venue.

  • Burgess Hill
    • Quench Bar & Kitchen 2-4 Church Road Burgess Hill RH15 9AE Telephone(01444) 253332

      Quench Bar & Kitchen is located in central Burgess Hill and features a contemporary bar with 3 handpumps and a range of spirits, lagers, wines and non-alcoholic drinks. They also serve teas and Italian espressos

    • Watermill Inn 1 Leylands Road Burgess Hill RH15 0QF Telephone(01444) 235517

      This community local was established in the late 1850s and named after “Valebridge” water mill demolished many years ago after a fire destroyed the floor and roof timbers. It serves the area known as “Worlds End” a name that dates back to 1840 and the railway “navvies”. The enclosed garden provides a safe space for families. Live music is staged occasionally.

  • Chailey Green
    • Five Bells East Grinstead Road Chailey Green BN8 4DA Telephone(01825) 278328

      Country pub on the A275 between Lewes and East Grinstead. Now the only one of four pubs left in Chailey. Three gardens with a smoking area to the front of the pub. Timber fronted bar with carved moulded pilasters separating the shelving areas on the gantry. Mixture of tiled and timber floors. Look out for the brass wall lanterns and the picture supposedly signed by Picasso. Beware Sat Navs can misdirect you to a farm lane! - pub is located on the A275. Now operated by Revived Inns. Breakfasts now served Sat and Sun

  • Ditchling
    • White Horse 16 West Street Ditchling BN6 8TS Telephone(01273) 842006

      Situated in the beautifully picturesque and historical village of Ditchling The White Horse offers a wonderful place to eat, sleep and drink. With accommodation the White Horse can cater for weddings, birthdays or just the one night stop over whilst walking the beautiful South Downs Way. Built in the early 12th Century The White Horse was a favoured resting point for travellers and smugglers alike. With its network of interconnecting tunnels in the pubs cellar it was thought that these were used for smuggling goods arriving from overseas with various networks across the whole village.

  • Falmer
    • Swan Inn Middle Street Falmer BN1 9PD Telephone(01273) 681842

      Cosy, traditional, family-run free house in a village close to the universities. There are three bars, including a narrow public bar together with an adjacent Barn with bar which is open on Albion match days and for occasional events. The pub is over 100 years old and the walls are adorned with antique adverts and pictures of the village in days past. Food will be available Wednesday to Sunday at lunchtime together with Thursday and Friday evenings from the end of January 2023; please check availability. Being close to the Amex stadium, the pub is very busy on Brighton match days when only home fans may be admitted and there is no parking available. Closed Mondays except match days. Local CAMRA POTY 2024, Highly Commended

  • Fulking
    • Shepherd & Dog The Street Fulking BN5 9LU Telephone(01273) 857382

      Situated in a picturesque location at the foot of the South Downs with a small stream flowing through the spacious garden. The pub itself comprises a large traditionally styled room with low beams, plenty of tables, and a patio area. Good, locally sourced food is available daily. Walkers and dogs are welcome. Garden bar available in good weather. Beer selection is mainly from Downlands but may include other Sussex Breweries.

  • Glynde
    • Steamworks Glynde Lacys Hill Glynde BN8 6RU Telephone(01273) 970790

      Dec 2024 2nd Steamworks bar and cafe just opened at Glynde Station. Three hand pumps dispensing real ale from local breweries and 7 keg lines. Food will be available once they are established.

  • Hassocks
    • BN6 Craft Beer & Tap 54 Keymer Road Hassocks BN6 8AR Telephone(01234) 567890

      Micro pub opened in former shop, specialising in Sussex made drink products. This includes up to 3 cask beer, (served by gravity from a cool room), craft/keg, cider, wines and gins. A cask beer from Hurst brewery is normally available. The long narrow bar leads to a small rear garden. The traditional Sussex pub game of Toad-In-The-Hole is a feature. A disabled access toilet is provided, and the bar has fully disabled access from the street.

  • Haywards Heath
    • Grape & Grain 51 The Broadway Haywards Heath RH16 3AS Telephone(01444) 456217

      Shop in Haywards Heath selling Beer, Wine and Cider to take away or drink on the premises. Limited food offering Thursday - Sunday. See website for further details. Also deli counter and a range of cigars.

    • Lockhart Tavern 41 The Broadway Haywards Heath RH16 3AS Telephone(01444) 440696

      The pub, a conversion from former retail premises, opened in November 2016. This pub serves up to 6 real ales. Situated in an area rich with bars and restaurants, it consists of a sizable front bar equipped with marble-topped high tables also featuring parquet and decorative tile flooring. Behind this bar, set at a lower level is a dining room which usually serves food until 10pm. There is a covered seating area at the front.

  • Henfield
    • Old Railway Upper Station Road Henfield BN5 9PJ Telephone(01273) 492509

      The Old Railway, formerly the Cat & Canary, is a small family run country pub, located in West Sussex. They serve a selection of wines, draught beers and spirits , along with a range of soft drinks for non-drinkers, drivers and children. The helpful staff add to the warm and cosy atmosphere.The large beer garden is a peaceful place to relax in the summer months, dogs are welcome too. The Sidings Kiosk in the garden serves snacks and non alcoholic drinks. Disabled access and friendly staff make it easily accessible for all

  • Hove
    • Better Half 1 Hove Place Hove BN3 2RG Telephone(01273) 737869

      One of the oldest pubs in Hove, a stones throw from the beach. June 2015 - changed name to The Better Half.

    • Blind Busker 75-77 Church Road Hove BN3 2BB Telephone(01273) 749110

      Popular pub with various meal and drink deals. Real ale 3.20 a pint on Tuesdays. Card carrying CAMRA members can get a 50p reduction on all days except Tuesday. The Blind Busker takes its name from a local man ‘Blind Harry Vowles’ who frequented the pub back in 1900’s, he and others were often seen playing accordions and other musical instruments beneath the Angel of peace statue, these folk were known as the ‘Brighton Characters’ Real Ales are well kept & bar staff are very friendly & efficient. Live football is regularly shown on TV & the pub has a good atmosphere. Range of Lilleys ciders available.

    • Foghorn 55 Boundary Road Hove BN3 4EF Telephone(01273) 419362

      The Foghorn micropub is on the border between Hove and Portslade, opened in December 2018. The premises were formerly a bank and an adult learning centre. Basic wood based décor with benches and stools. Cloud-like cushions hang from the ceiling to help deaden noise. Five cask beers served on gravity from a cool room behind the bar - mainly local but with guests from further afield. Three local real ciders and two national, four keg fonts serving craft beers from around the country, and a selection of wines. Opening hours quoted include drinking-up time. Occasional pop-up food vans operate at the side of the pub. Branch pub of the year 2024 and cider pub of the year runner-up..

    • Neptune Inn 10 Victoria Terrace Hove BN3 2WB Telephone(01273) 736390

      Five hand pumps serve regular favourites plus frequently changing guest ales, always in good condition. This traditional single bar pub is frequented by a regular local clientele, Live music is strongly supported with Blues and Rock every Friday and Jazz on Sunday together with monthly open mic and vinyl nights on the second and fourth Mondays. This pub is situated on the Brighton to Shoreham coast road near the King Alfred.

    • Poets Ale & Smoke House 33 Montgomery Street Hove BN3 5BF Telephone(01273) 272212

      Harveys pub in the Poet's Corner area of Hove. Now reopen (May 2016) following refurbishment and change of name and management. Jul 2019 - now has three ciders on handpump. Closed for two weeks from the 6th June 2022 for refurbishment work. Se facebook for details.

    • Southern Belle 3 Waterloo Street Hove BN3 1AQ Telephone(01273) 734806

      The Iron Duke was built in 1828 in the heart of the historic Brunswick old town. It is just across the road from the beach with the City Centre just a short walk along the seafront. This historic Hove pub has a large bar on the ground floor with a micro-theatre at the back, also available to hire for private parties or meetings. There is also guest accommodation on the two upper floors comprising ten hotel rooms. 2017 changed name to Southern Belle. Food offering varies during the week with different cuisines. Sunday roasts start at 12 and continue until they run out.

    • Stirling Arms 3 Stirling Place Hove BN3 3YU Telephone(01273) 733134

      May 2021 - refurbished and re-opened as the Stirling Arms The Stirling Arms is a cosy community pub with four guest bedrooms, based in central Hove. Family & dog friendly pub serving up a selection of draught beers & ales and Westons Old Rosie and Rosie's Pig cider. Middle Eastern inspired menu. Front terrace and secret garden.Behind the front bar is a rare iluminated Charrington's bar back and also one around the corner in the large rear room

    • Sussex 17 St Catherines Terrace Hove BN3 2RH Telephone(01273) 732442

      Located on Hove seafront. Large bar divided into several drinking areas. The walls have traditional wood paneling and the windows retain leaded glass. One wall has 2 substantial stone fireplaces. Quiz night Thursdays. Takeaway food service available.

    • Sussex Cricketer (new) Eaton Road Hove BN3 3AF Telephone(01273) 359300

      The old Sussex Cricketer was demolished as part of a re-development of the cricket ground. Now re-opened with the same name on the ground floor of a 9 storey block of flats. Large and spacious interior with a long island bar counter. Plenty of tables and seating in a contemporary design with exposed pipes suspended from the ceiling. Out door seating at the front. 2 Real ales from Sussex breweries plus plenty of craft ales, lager and cider. Meals and bar snacks available every day. Disabled access from the rear door only with disabled toilet at the back. The bar is likely to get crowded when Sussex Sharks are playing at the County Ground.

    • Watchmaker's Arms 84 Goldstone Villas Hove BN3 3RU Telephone(01273) 776307

      Hove’s first micropub opened in 2015 - the name comes from the discovery that the premises was a watchmaker’s shop in 1889. That theme is carried throughout the pub with clocks and watches on the walls alongside a large selection of pump clips showing the range of beers that have been served. Beers are kept in a cool room at the rear of the pub and dispensed from the cask, 5 cask ales - usually 1 Dark (normally Stout or Porter, may be Mild), 1 Best, 1 Strong Pale, 1 Session Pale, 1 Other (could be an extra one of the preceding styles, or something completely different). Ales brewed on the premises make a regular appearance on the board. Also 2 KeyKeg (frequently strong and/or unusual). A selection of ciders 4 - 6 ciders are available. Branch CPOTY 2024. Also home to the TWA micro brewery. Pizzas available delivered from Pizzaface in Hove. Toad in the hole available. Local & County Cider POTY 2022

  • Hurstpierpoint
    • Hop Tub 113 High St Hurstpierpoint BN6 9PU Telephone(01273) 044308

      New micro-brewery and taproom on Hurstpierrepoint High Street. According to their website - "We are a relaxed but forward thinking microbrewery and kitchen with our focus on providing exceptional flavour and customer service. We are all about being a welcoming, open and vibrant place that belongs to the heart of its community.

      Imagine hand crafted beer, with big interesting flavours, alongside well crafted classic lagers, small batch Hard Seltzers and amazing hand selected award winning wines that all match with a local foodie palate. Now imagine a street food inspired menu bursting with fresh locally sourced ingredients, exceptional quality meats from local farms, cooked in our smoker and an inspiring forward thinking vegan and vegetarian offering.

      Our Sundays are all about great quality, comforting roast dinners and delicious desserts and our ‘arms wide open’ style of hospitality means everyone gets the same warm welcome and care.

      In case you haven’t guessed it already, we are all about providing people with a place they would want to call a home from home where we all hang out, eat, drink, laugh, chat and enjoy everything in between. "

      Unsure of beer range at present.

    • Poacher 139 High Street Hurstpierpoint BN6 9PU Telephone(01273) 834202

      Situated on the eastern side of the village in the area formerly known as Lower Trumpkins this single bar community pub was originally a cottage belonging to the nearby Danny Estate; following a single storey extension to the front of the building in Victorian times it became a pub under the name Queen's Head Inn. Jan 2024 - under new ownership and recently refurbished.

  • Isfield
    • Laughing Fish Station Road Isfield TN22 5XB Telephone(01825) 750349

      The pub, next to the preserved Lavender Line was originally called The Half Moon and later The Station Hotel. It had an eventful WWII. A warm welcome greets you from tenants Simon and Suzie. Good quality pub food. Bar Billiards, Toad in the Hole and darts are all played. Pub quiz on the first Sunday of the month and an Easter beer race. Outdoor play area for children. May close at 10.00pm Mon - Thurs when it is quiet.

  • Lewes
    • Abyss Taproom Unit 3, The Malthouse Daveys Lane Lewes BN7 2BF

      Taproom for the Abyss Brewery housed in an old Maltings building that used to serve the South Downs Brewery (still proudly standing next door in Thomas Street). Mainly keg but with 1 or 2 cask beers and Ascension cider. Quiz night Thurs, DJ on Sat eve

    • Black Horse 55 Western Road Lewes BN7 1RS Telephone(01273) 473653

      A Greene King "Local Heroes" pub that allows the licensee to source and stock Sussex ales and produce. This traditional community pub in the Western end of the town has feature bay windows and a large main bar with a real fire together with a quieter back bar. Four TVs show most sporting events. Home made food includes vegan options. The pub's teams play a wide variety of games including toad-in-the-hole and crib.

    • Brewers Arms 91 High Street Lewes BN7 1XN Telephone(01273) 475524

      Genuine family-run free house catering for most tastes in its two bars. At the front, the comfortable saloon offers a range of seating with books and board games available. It is popular on match days with Lewes FC, Brighton and Hove Albion and away fans. Food, including traditional breakfasts, is served until 8pm. The exterior proclaims the former owners, Page and Overton's Croydon Ales. The rear bar has facilities for pool, darts and Toad in the Hole games activities and 2 TV screens. 8 handpumps in the front bar. 2018 local CAMRA branch Pub of the Year.

    • Dorset 22 Malling Street Lewes BN7 2RD Telephone(01273) 474823

      Refurbished in 2006, this Harvey's tied house has several drinking and dining areas, a large patio and six reasonably priced en-suite bedrooms. It serves at least four ales on handpump. An extensive menu features traditional home-cooked dishes and an ever-changing fish menu using ingredients fresh from Newhaven. It is home of the Cliffe Bonfire Society - the largest of the five Lewes bonfire societies. Closing times may vary in winter so it is advisable to check beforehand.

    • Elephant & Castle White Hill Lewes BN7 2DJ Telephone(01273) 473797

      Built in 1838 to provide accommodation and stabling for a new road into the town the 'Ellie' is a spacious community based pub, home to one of the famous Lewes Bonfire societies and a Saturday Folk club. Major sporting events including the Rugby Six Nations are shown on a large screen TV. The pub has a large function room available for hire. The 2-3 changing guest beers are usually from a Sussex Brewer or other award winners. In addition they serve an increasing range of craft ales in bottles and cans from England, America, Australia, Germany and Sweden. The food is locally sourced.

    • Gardener's Arms 46 Cliffe High Street Lewes BN7 2AN Telephone(01273) 474808

      Small genuine free house in the heart of Lewes, near Harveys brewery. Five constantly changing guest ales generally from small breweries all over the country. Harveys seasonal ales and one-off brews often feature. Bottled and draught cider is available, but doesn't always meet Camra's definition of real. Food consists of locally made pies and pasties. A guide and ale trail regular, it is popular with Brighton and Lewes FC fans on match days. Customers' canine friends are made very welcome with water and dog treats. No children allowed. Local Camra branch pub of the year 2016. Now offers 5% Camra discount

    • John Harvey Tavern 1 Bear Yard, Cliffe High Street Lewes BN7 2AN Telephone(01273) 479880

      Harvey's tied house opposite the brewery shop dispensing beers on hand pump and gravity. A warm welcome is assured in this modern pub built in a former stable block close to the river. The pub has three separate areas, a main bar, a quieter room on the same level and an upstairs restaurant/function room. Regular Folk nights every Monday with Jazz every 2nd and 3rd Wednesday and live music every Saturday plus Sunday Sessions. Children allowed only in the restaurant. Pub is dog friendly (on leads please).

    • Lansdown Arms 36 Lansdown Place Lewes BN7 2JU Telephone(01273) 470711

      Small corner pub close to the station and the Dripping Pan (Lewes FC football ground). Simply furnished inside on several levels with some interesting décor. Some outdoor seating by the pavement at the front. 5 handpumps serving a range of beers such as Long Man, Sharps and Timothy Taylor. May close earlier if it's quiet but gets busy when either Lewes FC or Brighton & Hove Albion are playing at home.

    • Lewes Arms 1 Mount Place Lewes BN7 1YH Telephone(01273) 473152

      In the heart of the county town, the pub is a traditional alehouse popular with visitors and locals alike. Fullers beers are served plus Harvey's Best and sometimes a guest. It is home to the world pea-throwing championship, dwyle flunking, spaniel racing and other unusual events. A three-day music festival is hosted in August. Home-made food is available every day; times vary. The 7 handpumps are all located in the atmospheric front bar which has its own door off the corridor.

    • Lewes Constitutional Club 139 High Street Lewes BN7 1XS Telephone(01273) 473076

      The Con Club, as it is known locally, was CAMRA Sussex Club of the Year in 2010. Harveys Old is available in winter, usually outselling all others. For entry, show your CAMRA membership card or a copy of the GBG, and remember to sign the visitors' book. Live music events are held regularly when a small admission charge is payable. Toad in the hole and darts are played and occasional beer festivals are held.

    • Rights of Man 179 High Street Lewes BN7 1YE Telephone(01273) 486894

      Harveys pub which opened in December 2012 to replace Lincolns Bar. It comprises a front bar accessible off the High Street with 6 handpumps on its bar counter. There is a separate seating area at the rear which may be accessed via a doorway off a side alley or from the rear of the main bar. There is a roof terrace laid with Astroturf with access via the staircase in the front bar. Toilets are upstairs. The style of décor here is of cosy old fashioned booths, etched glass and wood panelling.

    • Royal Oak 3 Station Street Lewes BN7 2DA Telephone(01273) 474803

      Single roomed pub with upstairs function room at the top of the steep hill from the railway station. Formerly owned by Beard's before its takeover by Greene King. It is the birthplace of The Rooks (Lewes football club) and home to Waterloo Bonfire Society (one of seven such societies in Lewes). Jan 2023 - re-opened under new management. Sports led pub with 3 screens in the main bar and a big screen upstairs. There is also a pool table, football table and Toads. Cider is Old Rosie. Food from Longhorn Tacos and Sunday lunches.

    • Snowdrop Inn 119 South Street Lewes BN7 2BU Telephone(01273) 471018

      Nestling under the cliffs on the outskirts of Lewes the Snowdrop is a welcoming and friendly free house. A great range of local beers from Sussex breweries including two cask ales, one regular guest cider and a good selection of bottles. The pub has a central bar plus an additional upstairs seating area where toad in the hole can be played. Award winning home cooked traditional and modern food is served daily including a great weekly Sunday lunch. Dog and walker friendly, this is a great pub to visit and meet with friends and family alike. Great for enjoying good weather in the two sunny gardens, eating and drinking alfresco.

    • Swan Inn 30A Southover High Street Lewes BN7 1HU Telephone(01273) 480211

      The Swan is a little pub on the edge of Lewes town, which is vibrant and busy, traditional and inclusive, quirky and individual. The pub is a traditional, old-fashioned two bar public house. It’s low ceilings, wonky walls and open fire are every bit the country pub of yesteryear. The earliest known recorded reference to the Swan appears in the Lewes Journal 1760, which tells the story of a stranger from foreign shores who arrived at the Swan looking for shelter and refreshment. He was set upon by ruffians, beaten and robbed. Visitors can expect a warm and friendly welcome. In the winter the fires are roaring, in the summer the vast, award winning garden is an absolute delight. Food is served all day, have a vinyl only music policy, purvey delicious well made drinks and are proud of the buzzy, jovial atmosphere which encourages conversation, merriment and mirth. The pub takes pride in being a true community gem which caters for all.

    • Volunteer 12 Eastgate Street Lewes BN7 2LP Telephone(01273) 476357

      Large open plan pub situated close to the former Bus Station. Outside seating area to the front.

  • Newhaven
    • Prince of Wales 49 South Road Newhaven BN9 9QL Telephone(01273) 513364

      Former United Ales pub with beautiful tiled exterior Two room pub run by the same couple for 20 years on traditional lines so no TV, juke box or food. Pool table, darts and toad in the hole played in the public bar. Opening hours can be erratic so check first if travelling. Oct 2024 - New licencee.

  • Newick
    • Crown Inn 22 Church Road Newick BN8 4JX Telephone(01825) 723293

      The Crown is an old coaching inn surviving from the days when the King’s Highway was what is now Blind Lane.

      Opening Hours amended 30/09/22

  • Plumpton
    • Half Moon Ditchling Road Plumpton BN7 3AF Telephone(01273) 890253

      Situated about two miles south of Plumpton railway station, this pub lies at the foot of the South Downs close to Plumpton Agricultural College. High quality locally produced food is available from the gastro-style menu lunchtimes and evenings with sandwiches available during the afternoon. Drinkers are welcome, the guest beers all coming from Sussex breweries. Real cider and perry is available all year round. Camping is available at nearby Blackberry Farm and Hatton Farm. Oct 2022 - now being operated by Revived Inns. Local artists’ work is often on display.

  • Plumpton Green
    • Plough Inn South Road Plumpton Green BN7 3DF Telephone(01273) 890311

      A memorial to Polish Spitfire crews operating from the nearby wartime airfield at Chailey stands in the car park of this family-run Harvey's pub. Both bars are warmed by open fires in winter, and bar billiards and darts can be played. Quality meals from an extensive menu are available in the restaurant area or in the large beer garden during the summer. Children and dogs are welcome. The 166 bus stops right outside the pub.

  • Portslade
    • Railway Inn 2 Station Road Portslade BN41 1GA Telephone(01273) 271220

      Following a full refurbishment the former Whistlestop has reverted to its old name The Railway Inn. Part of the local Good Times Pubs and Bars group. It now has 4 real ales, 2 real ciders (and occasionally a perry) all on handpump. There is an extensive menu served all day from Monday to Saturday with roasts on Sunday plus a gelato bar. The Railway Inn is a family, social (and dog) friendly pub located close to Portslade Station

    • Stags Head Inn 35 High Street Portslade BN41 2LH Telephone(01273) 973799

      The Stags Head pub is a traditional pub offering a wide selection of drinks. Re-opened Sept 2013 following a refurbishment. Now three real ales on at all times with two changing. Of particular note are the rare surviving Watneys/Tamplins illuminated bar backs in both bars. Other examples can be seen in the Ship in nearby Southwick.

    • Stanley Arms 47 Wolseley Road Portslade BN41 1SS Telephone(01273) 701738

      Re-opened in November 2018 under new ownership following a mild refurbishment with fresh paint and some new furniture, otherwise it's much as it was before with two separate rooms served by a central bar. 5 regularly rotating real ales. Regular live music and open mic events, sports TV and quiz night Weds.

  • Ringmer
    • Anchor Inn Lewes Road Ringmer BN8 5QE Telephone(01273) 812370

      Situated opposite the village green, this family-run free house dates from 1742 and occupies a prominent position in the centre of Ringmer. Food is served lunchtimes and evenings in the week and all day Saturday, with a full menu and traditional roasts available on Sunday until 18.00. The guest ales (2 during the week, 3 at weekends) are usually from local Sussex breweries and real cider is available in summer from South Downs Cider. Two large garden areas adjoin the building with a separate small terrace garden. Bar games are popular and include toad-in-the-hole, darts and cribbage. A variety of board games and children’s amusements can also be enjoyed

    • Cock Inn Uckfield Road Ringmer BN8 5RX Telephone(01273) 812040

      A traditional family run pub having an extensive menu of quality food with vegetarian, vegan & gluten free options. Harveys best bitter is always served plus two seasonal local ales (including Harveys, Hammerpot, WJ King, Isfield & Dark Star). There is also a comprehensive range of Harveys bottled beers. The bar has a large inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and a flagstone floor. There is a large dining area, a well furnished beer garden and plenty of car parking space

  • Rodmell
    • Abergavenny Arms Newhaven Road Rodmell BN7 3EZ Telephone(01273) 041396

      The pub is situated in the small village of Rodmell which is famous for being the home of writer Virginia Woolf and her husband Leonard. A traditional inn, parts of which date from the Norman Conquest, it boasts an indoor well and oak beams from Spanish Armada shipwrecks. Good local food is freshly cooked to order. Located on the South Downs Way, this is an ideal stopping point for a refreshing pint of ale. Lots of small bar areas, separate games room. Beer takeouts available. Re-opened Oct 2022 under new ownership

  • Rottingdean
    • Black Horse Inn 65 High Street Rottingdean BN2 7HE Telephone(01273) 300491

      Ye Olde Black Horse is Rottingdean's oldest pub dating back to 1513 - it's a traditional village pub with a range of Greene King cask ales but also, under new ownership, a reputation for food and regular entertainment, including dinner/cabaret evenings. Refurbished Sept 2017. Voted The Argus Pub of the Year 2017. New website claims up to 8 cask ales and real cider (not verified)

  • Scaynes Hill
    • Sloop Inn 99 Sloop Lane Scaynes Hill RH17 7NP Telephone(01444) 715388

      This free house, situated about 1.5 miles from the village is a former Beards pub. There is an extensive garden area which is popular with families during the summer months. The timber panelled bar has three hand pumps which serve Harveys and up to 2 guest beers from local or micro breweries. Various events are held including Folk Music (open mic); live music; themed food nights; regular quiz nights and an annual Steam Rally. Look out for the glass case displaying LMS memorabilia. Hours quoted may vary. Open Bank Holiday Mondays 12 - 5 with food served from 12 - 3pm, Now owned by the same people as the Jolly Sportsman in East Chiltington

  • Seaford
    • Cinque Ports 49 High Street Seaford BN25 1PP Telephone(01323) 892106

      A central bar and three pillars greet you through the porch of this friendly locals' town pub. It curves round to a darts room past the fire. To the right a side yard offers either fresh air or a smoker's area, depending. The furniture is eclectic . Authentic Thai food is available Wed to Sunday evenings, other times by arrangement.

    • Old Boot Inn 16 South Street Seaford BN25 1PE Telephone(01323) 895454

      Situated just a little south of the church. Large pub with entrances from two streets. Now under the same ownership as the Gardener's Arms in Lewes. Six handpumps serving one regular beer, four changing guests and ciders.

    • Old Plough 20 Church Street Seaford BN25 1HG Telephone(01323) 872921

      Situated next to the Ancient St Leonards Church (circa 1090) just off the town centre this welcoming pub has several rooms leading off from the main bar area giving the pub a lot of character. A good value menu features many food and drink offers. Breakfast is served between 11am and 12 noon. Five hand pumps serve beers mainly from Sussex Breweries and the large patio area is an ideal place to relax during the summer. Refurbished to a high standard in 2016. Real ales £3.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays.

    • Steamworks Cafe Unit, Seaford Station, Station Approach Seaford BN25 2AR Telephone(01323) 895541

      Café bar at Seaford Station opened late 2017 serving local (Sussex and neighbouring areas) real ale and cider. Real Ale is served on gravity and cider from boxes. Selection of craft beers also available on keg. Snack food served. Entrances both from the front of the Station and from the Station platform. Apr 22 - now back to 4 real ales. Local breweries used for cask beer are: Long Man; Bedlam; 360; Gun. Usually rotated weekly Happy hour Mon - Fri 16.00 - 19.00.

    • Wellington 33 Steyne Road Seaford BN25 1HT Telephone(01323) 899517

      Situated on the former quayside in the old part of this historic Cinque Port and close to the beach, the Wellington has undergone a recent refurbishment and has a spacious comfortable lounge bar boasting three hand pumps serving Greene King and guest beers. There is also three star B&B accommodation. New tenant Simon has made improvements in all areas.

  • Sheffield Park
    • 360 Degree Brewery Tap Room Unit 24, Bluebell Business Estate Sheffield Park TN22 3HQ Telephone(01825) 722375

      Brewery tap room. Up to 4 cask beers available depending on the season. Currently closed on Sundays but this will change after Easter. Pizza available Fridays and Saturdays.

  • Sheffield Park Station
    • Bessemer Arms Station Approach Road Sheffield Park Station TN22 3QL Telephone(01825) 720800

      The Bessemer Arms is located in a purpose built building beside the booking hall on the main platform (alongside the book shop). Ales from local brewers are available. The pub can get busy with people purchasing food. The Bessemer Arms serves anything from a sandwich up to a full meal. On Sundays from March there is a carvery in the newly refurbished Birch Grove Suite. Breakfast is served from 8.30am every Saturday and Sunday. The bar remains open on Saturday evenings from March until December.

  • Shoreham-by-Sea
    • Duke of Wellington 368 Brighton Road Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 6RE Telephone(01273) 441297

      Situated on the eastern side of town and easily identified by the large Wellington Boot pub sign . The old leaded windows show that this was once a Kemptown Brewery pub. There is frequent live music mostly at weekends held on the small platform. A beer festival is held every three months. Real cider is available all year. Formerly a Dark Star pub, but now owned by former Dark Star director and brewer, Rob Jones. Takeaway food available to eat at the pub. Local CAMRA POTY runner-up - 2023 Voted Best Pub of the 2023 Ale Trail. Although the idea of a brewery at the pub has not progressed Duke of Wellington branded beers are now available. These are contract brewer by Downlands to Rob Jones' recipes. Available Jul 2024 were American Pale 4.5% and WOPA 5.7%.

    • Old Star Church Street Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5DQ Telephone07999 915242

      Just off the eastern end of the High Street this micro pub opened in August 2014 in part of the long closed Star Inn hence the name. 3 changing beers are served on gravity from behind the bar and 6 or more ciders and perries from boxes on the bar. A selection of bottled beers and ciders are also available. June 2015 - change of ownership. The closing time of 9pm is rigorously enforced to meet licensing conditions and so last orders are at 8.30. Local Camra branch cider pub of the year 2021. Under new ownership (Jon & Anna) from 7th June 2019. Now also serving a local gin.

    • Piston Broke 88 High Street Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5DB Telephone(01273) 440036

      Changed owner and name in October 2013. Currently up to 4 real ales sold direct from the cask from the stillage behind the bar. Regular "Wunderbar" Real Ale promotion, always featuring local Sussex beers together with a "Thirsty Thursdays" offer on all pints of cask beers, craft beers and some ciders, plus selected wines. In keeping with the name various engine parts and F1 memorabilia are to be found around the building and behind the bar. Up to 5 real ciders and perries usually available. Special offers sometimes available during F1 Grand Prix. Quiz night every Tuesday at 8 pm, open mic on Wednesdays and live music at weekends (check pub Facebook page for details of all events)

    • Royal Sovereign 6 Middle Street Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5DP Telephone(01273) 453518

      Tucked up a side street close to the main shopping area and the Marlipins museum, the Sovereign is a grade II listed building with original United Brewery tiles adorning the front and reputed to have been the offices of the long gone Albion steam brewery. Conversation rules in this friendly pub. A sympathetic extension in modern times does not detract from the pub's character. Authentic Thai cuisine is a speciality as well as more traditional pub food. There is a Pay & Display car park next door. Food is Thai and pub food Tues to Sat, and roasts and pub food Sun.

  • Southwick
    • Southwick Beer Engine 2 Southwick Square Southwick BN42 4FJ Telephone(01273) 945694

      This former travel agents opened as a micropub on the 6th July 2018 - although it's larger than most with a capacity of 50 people. Basic paint and bare wood décor, but with air conditioning a boon in hot weather. Two handpumps serve a selection of local beers with an occasional guest from further afield. Four real local ciders are available - mainly from Seacider. Wide selection of gins. Live music on Sunday afternoons. Vaping allowed in the bar. Monday opening Easter to end of October only.

  • Wivelsfield Green
    • Cock Inn North Common Road Wivelsfield Green RH17 7RH Telephone(01444) 471668

      The pub is on the eastern edge of the village and is popular with walkers, cyclists and locals alike. Two guest beers supplement the Harveys Best; in winter one of these is always Harveys Old Ale. Darts, pool and bar billiards are played in the public bar and a portable skittle alley is available for hire.