The Best Pubs in Horsham
Nestled in the West Sussex countryside, just 31 miles from London, Horsham’s pub scene is as varied as its historic market town character. You can hop from a cosy local with ever-rotating craft ales to a vibrant hub serving fresh tank beer from the Czech Republic, or settle into a centuries old freehouse with live music and quiz nights. Whether you crave wood fired sourdough pizzas, a legendary Sunday carvery, or a simple pint by a crackling fire, the town’s dog friendly inns and lively village spots offer something for every taste. Discover the best pubs in Horsham for yourself.


1. The Anchor Tap
16 East St, Horsham RH12 1HL, UK
Tucked away as a true hidden gem, The Anchor Tap is a cozy local where the friendly welcome makes you feel right at home. Beer lovers will revel in the ever-rotating selection of craft ales, lagers, and cask options, all served at fair prices alongside excellent bar snacks like olives and beer sticks. It’s a wonderfully relaxed spot for groups, dog-friendly too, with a charming interior that invites you to settle in for the entire afternoon.
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2. The Boars Head
Worthing Rd, Horsham RH13 0AD, UK
Nestled in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, The Boars Head is a wonderfully welcoming pub where honest, home style food takes center stage. The menu is packed with locally sourced, seasonal classics and generous portions, perfectly paired with a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. Whether you’re celebrating with a big group, enjoying the sweeping terrace views, or bringing your dog along for a cozy afternoon, this spot offers a genuinely relaxed and character filled escape.
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3. The Frog and Nightgown Pub and Dining
Wimland Road, Faygate, West Sussex, UK, Horsham RH12 4SS, UK
The Frog and Nightgown is a wonderfully quirky freehouse where a century of history meets modern comfort, all in a charming countryside setting. This dog friendly pub serves up a fantastic range of beers, wines, and cocktails, while the menu shines with everything from wood fired sourdough pizzas to legendary Sunday roasts. With its lovely garden, live music, and welcoming space for groups, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxed lunch or a lively evening out.


4. The Greets Inn
47 Friday St, Warnham, Horsham RH12 3QY, UK
The Greets Inn is a quintessentially English country pub where the welcome is as warm as the crackling fire, and the food is simply superb. From hearty, locally sourced dishes to a refreshing lineup of real ales and wines, every visit feels like a special occasion. With ample outdoor seating, a dog friendly policy, and plenty of space for groups, this lively village spot is perfect for a leisurely lunch or a memorable evening with friends.
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5. The Black Horse Inn, Nuthurst
Nuthurst St, Nuthurst, Horsham RH13 6LH, UK
The Black Horse Inn is a quintessential country pub where old wooden beams and a crackling fireplace set the stage for a wonderfully warm welcome. The menu offers fantastic, high quality pub fare at a fair price, with a great choice of craft ales and wines to match. Its lovely outdoor space runs alongside a brook, and with ample parking and a dog friendly policy, it’s an ideal spot for groups to gather for a memorable meal or a relaxed summer afternoon.
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6. King's Arms, Horsham
64 Bishopric, Horsham RH12 1QN, UK
Head down to the King's Arms, a historic 17th century freehouse that's a true local gem and twice a Great British Pub Award finalist. The landlady's passion for music shines through with live performances every Friday, plus quiz and game nights that bring the community together. Well kept local beers, a fantastic selection of gins and rums, and a full range of wines and cocktails await you in the inviting bar or the lovely outdoor seating area. It's wonderfully dog friendly and perfect for groups, offering a genuinely good vibes atmosphere where well behaved people and their four legged friends are always welcome.
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7. The Red Deer
24D Carfax, Horsham RH12 1EE, UK
The Red Deer is a vibrant local hub where incredible food, a superb drinks selection, and genuinely warm service come together effortlessly. With fresh tank beer from the Czech Republic, a tempting cocktail menu, and legendary Sunday roasts, there’s something for everyone to love. This dog friendly spot welcomes groups with open arms, offering a lively yet cosy setting for a memorable meal or a relaxed afternoon with your four legged friend.
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8. The Black Jug
31 North St, Horsham RH12 1RJ, UK
Step into The Black Jug, a traditional pub where the bar is the heart and fresh, modern British food is the soul. You'll find a superb lineup of cask ales, wines, and cocktails, all perfect for enjoying with your dog in the welcoming outdoor seating area. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch, settling in for a legendary Sunday roast by the fire, or gathering a group for a relaxed evening, this spot delivers a genuinely warm welcome and a fantastic time.
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9. Bax Castle
Christ's Hospital, Two Mile Ash Rd, Southwater, Horsham RH13 0LA, UK
Set against the rolling West Sussex countryside on the Downs Link, Bax Castle is a wonderfully traditional country pub where excellent food, cold beer, and good times are the order of the day. The menu shines with modern British pub fare, from stone baked pizzas to a legendary Sunday carvery, all perfectly matched by a constantly changing lineup of guest ales and adventurous wines. With a huge sunny beer garden, live music, and a bouncy castle to keep the little ones entertained, this dog friendly spot is an absolute dream for walkers, cyclists, families, and groups looking to unwind in style.
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10. The Tipsy Fox
Worthing Rd, Southwater, Horsham RH13 9HG, UK
The Tipsy Fox is your new favourite local, a modern British pub with genuine swagger that serves up craft beers, world wines, and brilliant cocktails in a warm, welcoming setting. The menu is a triumph of seasonal British cooking, from super tasty Sunday roasts to a legendary beetroot wellington, all perfect for a long lunch or a lively evening with friends. With outdoor seating, live music, quiz nights, and a dog friendly policy, this is a vibrant community hub where great drinks and lively conversation come together effortlessly.




