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About The Selsey Arms
The Selsey Arms is a 16th-century country pub in the hamlet of Coolham, near Horsham, with RAF memorabilia on display that ties it to the nearby WWII RAF Coolham site. An open fire burns inside, and the refurbished restaurant serves a seasonal menu built with local suppliers. Sunday roast comes with roast beef or roast lamb, and ice-cream and a Christmas menu are also on offer. Daily specials run alongside the main menu, and since October 2020 the kitchen has added breakfast on Fridays and Saturdays. The pub opens Tuesday to Sunday and closes on Mondays.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, fish finger ciabatta, prawn tempura starter and venison wellington.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, fish finger ciabatta, prawn tempura starter and venison wellington.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws the most praise at this Coolham pub, with reviewers describing the roast beef and roast lamb as cooked to order, the potatoes as standout, and one calling it the best Sunday roast they have had out. Close behind are the prawn tempura starter, the stuffed chicken main, the venison wellington from a Christmas Eve menu, and the fish finger ciabatta with homemade crisps. Diners also single out the ice-cream and a pint of Sussex Best. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and accommodating, and one party without a booking on a Sunday afternoon was welcomed in. Reviewers describe the open fire, the RAF memorabilia, and dog-friendly surroundings with horses out the back. The one recurring caution is crowding: a couple of reviewers say weekend dinners and Sunday lunch get busy and suggest booking, while one notes the cosier areas fill up. Sunday portions are described as enormous, though a smaller one can be ordered.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast draws the most praise at this Coolham pub, with reviewers describing the roast beef and roast lamb as cooked to order, the potatoes as standout, and one calling it the best Sunday roast they have had out. Close behind are the prawn tempura starter, the stuffed chicken main, the venison wellington from a Christmas Eve menu, and the fish finger ciabatta with homemade crisps. Diners also single out the ice-cream and a pint of Sussex Best. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and accommodating, and one party without a booking on a Sunday afternoon was welcomed in. Reviewers describe the open fire, the RAF memorabilia, and dog-friendly surroundings with horses out the back. The one recurring caution is crowding: a couple of reviewers say weekend dinners and Sunday lunch get busy and suggest booking, while one notes the cosier areas fill up. Sunday portions are described as enormous, though a smaller one can be ordered.
Featured reviews
- Sylvie Favier
“We have had many wonderful meals at the Selsey Arms. Absolutely agree with their claims that it is the best Sunday roast! And not forgetting their amazing ice-cream. This is a family favourite, we always feel welcome there.”
- Lyn Case
“Lovely pub serving delicious food. Sunday lunch was enormous- but you can order a small one !”
- Neil Andrews
“There is something very special about this pub, the food is exceptional. The landlord cares for it with passion. Very dog friendly, horses out the back are very well natured. It’s magical. Honestly one of the best pubs we have been to. We feel lucky to have it on our doorstep. 😍”
- Sarah MacGill
“Great little local pub. Punches well above its weight food wise & good beers & wines etc & all really good value too. You probably need to book for weekend dinners or Sunday lunch. Gets busy!”
- Lousie Moaby
“Lovely local pub. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We arrived on Sunday afternoon without a booking and they were more than happy to welcome us. The food was lovely and reasonably priced.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“The Selsey Arms is a traditional 16th Century country pub, located in the rural hamlet of Coolham, near to RAF Coolham, a historic site of interest used during WWII. Recent improvements include refurbished restaurant and an outside decking area, overlooking a brook with views towards the South Downs. We offer a seasonal menu selection and work with local suppliers to source products. From October 2020, in addition to our main menu and daily specials, we have introduced breakfast on Friday’s and Saturdays, between 9am and 11:30am. Our main menu is available Wednesday – Saturday 12 noon – 9pm and Sunday 12 noon – 5pm.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Selsey Arms
- The Boars Head4.69005.1 mi away£20–30
sunday roast, pork belly, steak and ale pie
- The Red Deer4.51,0115.9 mi awayReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
sunday roast, dog menu, vegan options marked
- The Black Jug4.41,6836 mi away£20–40ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
fish and chips, real ales and ciders, sunday roast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Selsey Arms | 4.7478 | — | — | sunday roast, fish finger ciabatta, prawn tempura starter |
| The Boars Head | 4.6900 | 5.1 mi away | £20–30 | sunday roast, pork belly, steak and ale pie |
| The Red DeerReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,011 | 5.9 mi away | — | sunday roast, dog menu, vegan options marked |
| The Black JugReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.41,683 | 6 mi away | £20–40 | fish and chips, real ales and ciders, sunday roast |
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