What a beautiful little pub this is. They really have got the perfect combination of an old pub…read morewith a contemporary feel to it. Low oak beams (really low I'm 6ft 3 and had to walk around looking pretty strange), open fire and these lovely little old fashioned booth style seats. The walls are adorned with old paintings and photographs of the pub which I always think shows real pride in your establishment. Local wise, there was an equal mix of young and old all enjoying themselves. Food choices are on blackboards around the pub which I much prefer to menus and looked fantastic - good old pub grub cooked freshly. On the bar, there was no Harveys but there was that dangerous liquid treat; Old Thumper. They had Horsham bitter too which was quite nice. They also organise beer tasting nights which sound really good. £30 which includes 15 beer samples, lunch and nibbles and a comprehensive bundle of tasting notes!

This is a very popular 'Olde Worlde' pub, with low beamed ceilings, real ale and cosy fires. (It's…read morealso the perfect place from which to watch the Annual Shoreham Air Show). The Red Lion is situated in what was once the pre-Norman heart of Shoreham, before the port and town moved nearer the sea ('New Shoreham') in the 12th century. The river lies just a few yards away on the other side of the road, as does the original wooden Shoreham Toll Bridge, which dates from 1781 and is now a listed monument. However, what could be an idyllic spot is rather marred by the busy road junction in front of the pub and the noise of distant traffic on the new A27. The pub itself dates from the 16th century, and the old part has beams so low that anyone over 5ft 7in is going to have to get used to having to duck. There are two bar areas, a further room and two very cosy booths which sit four people (just about - you'll be very good friends by the end if you weren't at the start) alongside a passage off the main bar. There's an outdoor area at the front, which is fine if you don't mind the passing traffic. They serve a range of up to 5 real ales, which on my visit included two local brews, Adur brewery's 'Velocity', W J King & Co's Horsham Best Bitter, as well as Shepherd Neames' Kent Bitter. They have an extensive food menu of traditional pub grub, with a very wide range of starters, with grills, traditional meat and fish dishes, and salads. Vegetarians are less well catered for in the standard menu when it comes to main courses, although for £10 they sometimes do a mezze of starters which might suit two people. The pub attracts a wide range of visitors, especially at lunchtimes and weekends, but on quieter weekday and Sunday evenings it tends to attract mainly locals. The only downer for me was that the staff were a bit distracted on my visit - more interested in texting than serving. There's a small car park at the side (access from the rear) and the bus stop for the hourly 2A Shoreham-Steyning bus is located opposite the Amsterdam pub on the other side of the roundabout. The return stop is literally in front of the pub.

Went to this pub for two reasons. One it wasBrighton & Southdowns CAMRA pub of the year and…read moresecondly it was the launch night of the Ale trail. The pub laid on a free BBQ! Obviously this proved very popular and the weather held out! This pub has a real village feel. Very friendly people and the bar staff don't bite either. On this visit it was so packed that the landlord told me they were going through a barrel of Real ale every hour! They have a sizeable garden with those gas heaters that help global warming! The ale trail passport is sponsored by Harvey & son (Lewes) LTD.The promoter can be contacted at 11 Carden Crescent, Brighton, BN1 8QT. E-mail andrewrivett@compuserve.com . Also check out http://www.brightoncamra.org.uk .

I used to live on the same street as this pub and it had a great atmosphere. We used to go every…read moreWed for a quiz night and always had a great time.

BEWARE: I was grossly overcharged for a round of drinks whilst in a group. Response from Manager…read morewas denial, lack of apology and no offer of investigation. Also complained to Laine Brew Co who manage this business and I have been completely ignored by them also. Appalling, unprofessional and pretty suspicious behaviour from both. AVOID

Quite frankly this is my favourite pub. I might be biased because its local to me, but I really…read morethink its one of the best pubs I've ever been too. It's a real locals pub as it's tucked away in a residential area not far from Aldrington station. This makes it all the more friendly. It's just so welcoming, friendly, good decor and great food. What's not to like about it !? It has a great range of seating areas from tables of various sizes, to comfy sofas, cozy booths, and an outside seating area (both front and back). In here I have eaten the best roast dinner I have ever tasted. On Sunday I think they only serve roast dinners and you won't be disappointed. I am also a fan of their bangers and mash range. A wide range of fancy flavoured sausages with a choice of mash types and gravy options. I am in heaven!!!! Other friends have eaten the fish dishes here and burgers and everything is really good quality. The perfect place to hang out for a drink. Try out the quiz (on a Monday I think), listen to live music (Friday and Saturdays I believe). The music isn't too loud so you can't hear yourself speak, just a good atmosphere. If you've not been to this pub you have to go. Simple as that!

Great pub/bar in the UK. Super friendly and welcoming staff. Excellent selection of local beers :)read more

Beautiful place in a beautiful setting…read more Seriously, they could have served barbequed sheets, and I would have never noticed. It's truly scenic. AND Any establishment that allows dogs is A-OK with me!

This is the Blue Lagoon but with a revamped menu and no parrot…read more Myself and my husband often grab a drink in here as it's our local, but the food was rubbish last year when we are there once. With the new menu we thought we'd give them another chance and glad we did! We had a roast yesterday and it was delicious - lots of vegetables, loads of meat and a nice option for my vegetarian husband. We shared a pudding (brownie and honeycombe ice cream) and it was one of the nicest things ever! I wanted another one immediately but controlled myself :) Lovely staff and good table service. Would 100% recommend!

From the owner: The Gather Inn (formerly the Blue Lagoon), is a great place to eat, drink and stay in Brighton and…read moreHove, with everything you need under one roof. Benefiting from free parking and Sea Views, its the ideal location for any trip, drink, meal, party....

The Victoria is what it is really. Its not going to wind up being a gastro pub in the near future…read morebut it serves nice Harvey's ale and a good selection of lagers. If the landlord is reading his paper out in the kitchen, one of the friendly old locals will give him a shout for you. Its located right near Portslade train station literally opposite the level crossing which is very handy but do beware that the barrier comes down quite frequently and you don't want to miss your train! I had the scampi and chips here for lunch last week, it was very nice indeed and didn't cost much at all.

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You could fit Gatwick Airport in this pub! Its huge but has quite a warm feel to it with a couple…read moreof little booth style seats. There was quite a few people in there at lunch time when I popped in for a pint which is always a good sign with a big pub. The bar staff were really friendly and I quite like the sign above the bar saying 'we will top up your pint'. The first thing I look for is which lagers and bitters a pub has hooked up and in pubs like this its usually just Stella, Kronenburg and if you're lucky, John Smiths but I was really pleased to see they had Harveys on tap. The menu was absolutely huge and really REALLY cheap. Everything from meatball subs to 10oz ribeye steaks were on there for more than half the price of most pubs which tells me its probably not organically sourced from local farms but sourced by a lorry in a cash and carry outlet. It did smell really good though and when you pay £3 for a sandwhich, you can't really go wrong!

When I am not at University this is my local pub and I have had some cracking nights in this place…read more The pub is big with a space for eating, a chilled bar in the middle and a sports bar. It also has a beer garden which is ok. For some people not having sky television in a pub is a big let down but it does stop people from just watching the television. This makes it quite a sociable pub to go to The prices are rock bottom for drinks which is always a bonus whilst the food is good value for money. The area around is good and with the dog stadium a 10 minute walk away you could easily start here then go there after. The feel is good and local residents are pretty good. Early afternoon the 'punters' are the guys that come in from work and just want a quiet drink so if you want it to be more lively then go early evening. However, when it's quiet it doesn't feel empty so in my personal opinion I do not mind being in there at that time. I have given it 3 stars because its not the best pub ever but would be worth 4 stars if it had the odd night with something different going on.

I am probs more at 3.5 stars…read more Drinks are cheap. Under 5 pounds for a vodka/cranberry. Atmosphere is typical old school British pub. Work velvet stools. Centrally located. No place to sit at the bar itself. Sour dough bread and butter was good. Service was fast. The commentary by the bartenders about the 90s / early 2000s throwback music was humorous However, probably the most tasteless fish and chips I have ever eaten. It was strange as it was cooked beautifully. The fry on it was perfection with just the right amount of grease so it was not soggy... and crisp without being crunchy. I really thought it was going to be magical, but even stateside I have had better. Such a shame. Portions were large as well. A friend told me I had somehow managed to find the poshest fish and chips in England. I just wish it had tasted good.

Very nice light bright pub in a very quiet but lovely part of Southwick. Large and spacious…read morecomprising of Dining Room, Main Bar and Games Room, all big. The food could be classed as Pub fast food but tasty enough. It can be a bit slow coming as it was today when they weren't busy!! Prices are pretty good.some dishes are Two for £9.95 and a Bitter at £2.49 Not bad really.

Visited with a friend last weekend, had a great Sunday Roast, great roasties fluffy, yet crispy!…read moreThe staff was very welcoming and couldn't do enough for us. The manager Reece was outstanding, he couldn't do enough for us. We look forward to visiting again when next in the area.

Hangleton Manor is an impressive looking, grade two listed building which is a breath of fresh air…read morewhen the majority of other establishments in the area look a little......well dangerous. Built in the mid 16th Century, the place is extremely popular for wedding receptions which is fine if you're getting married or attending the wedding but not if you happen to pop in for a nice quiet bite to eat and are swamped by 200 people in their posh frocks. Might be worth phoning ahead if you are going with a group to make sure you don't clash. Food wise, the menu is huge and has pretty much the same content as a pub where the menu is laminated but is twice the price here. I'm sure its all better produce etc but it still is a bit pricey. £9 for a Sunday Roast is too much for me. That said, you won't find a better atmosphere for miles around to enjoy your meal so I guess its worth the extra couple of pounds. The garden in the summer is out of this world and once in there, you won't want to leave!

An exceedingly attractive pub set in the middle of Bramber village - a regular winner of the South…read moreEast Regional 'Britain in Bloom' contest. The outside is festooned with hanging baskets, and the interior has an appropriately 'Olde Worlde' feel, with lots of nooks and crannies. The garden at the back is equally attractive, and a lovely spot for a summer pint. It does good traditional pub food, a changing selection of real ales (including Harvey's). There's also en-suite accommodation, although I've not stayed here. The main downside is that it is often chock-full of tourists, and it's pricier than other pubs in the area. But then, you're paying for all that greenery!

This is a wonderful place to head to in the summer. It quite literally takes your breath away. The…read morefrontage is covered in hanging baskets and an array of beautifully arranged window boxes but its the rear garden that makes you look twice. Every different kind of plant is in there including strawberries. Obviously the kitchen takes full advantage of its doorstep suppliers! To top it off, there's a small stream at the bottom of the garden which if your lucky, you'll see the local swans gliding by. The food is excellent here. I had the ploughmans last time as it was too hot for anything else but the chef does have some impressive specials depending on the season. They offer rooms here too if you've had one to many beers to drive. £60 for a single room which, considering the surroundings, is a bargain!