The Best Pubs with Walks in Sussex

Country pub housed in a building dating back to the 16th century. Traditional features such as latched doors, low beamed bar and log fires. Reputation for a well kept pretty garden with stunning views over the countryside and hearty British food.

Tucked away on a quiet lane this modern, yet rustic pub/restaurant is informal and relaxed.  Sit in the bar beside the pub’s open fire, or on warmer days sit outside in the restful garden.  During the summer months sit on the terrace with the Moroccan tiled tables.  Chic pub in rural setting serving good food.

A very nice 16th century country pub located in a beautiful village opposite the 15th century village church, and popular with walkers.  The Cat Inn is everything you would like a local to be, with wood panelled walls, a large inglenook fireplace, wooden beams, cosy bar area and plenty of seating in different coves off the bar. The open plan eating area is located at the back of the pub and serves good quality food, with traditional Sunday lunches.  The restaurant, with its large floor to ceiling windows leads out to a  terrace with modern wooden furniture and parasols, where people can eat or drink.  There are also four rooms offering accommodation. Children under 8 are not allowed in the pub but are very welcome in the beer garden.

The Welldiggers is a proper pub, rustic, no frills but with lots of character.  A small locals pub housed in a building that dates back 300 years, with carpet that might possibly not have been changed in all that time and mis-matching wooden furniture.  Although locals gather for a pint in the small standing area around the bar, this is primarily a food pub and what fabulous food they serve.  No gastro pub but instead a rugged building with low beamed ceilings and memorabilia on the walls.  The landlord has been at the pub for over 50 years and is a large personality, greeting visitors to the pub.  The bar manager appears serious in manner but you quickly realise what a good professional women she is and you really warm to her but you wouldn’t argue with her!  This is a great pub offering fantastic food, character and good service, but if you are eating make sure you book.

Traditional country pub with restaurant, run by ladies! Favoured by locals, visitors, families and walkers alike, the Unicorn is know for its friendly team of staff and friendly welcome.  The large pub garden has glorious views of the downs.