The White Hart

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  paul sims

  ·1 week ago

  “We won’t be returning, the best tip I read on Tripadvisor after our visit was to go somewhere else. Its current Google star rating of 4.4 must be based on the previous owners and is misleading. On Tripadvisor it scores 3.7, which is likely to reduce. Despite its lovely location, it was empty when we arrived at 1:00pm on a Sunday. We left without finishing our drinks.”

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  Nicholas Liffen

  ·1 month ago

  “Stopped at the White Hart for a lunchtime drink after a walk with friends and we then decided to have something to eat as well. We were the only people in the pub at the time and so the barman had to call up the chef to be available to prepare our food. This was no trouble to them and the food arrived in very good time. We had the grilled chicken naanwich, burger/chips, and the chicken shish. All of us said the food was amazing. The customer service was also first class, nothing too much trouble. We know this pub has changed hands recently and is now aiming at being a pub/Indian restaurant. It still needs a bit of updating inside and out, but If our experience is anything to go by it will be a success. Give it a try!”

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  Keiran Berry

  ·2 months ago

  “Service was top-notch and the food was great throughout. We were served by Jas who looked a little young for the role at first, but he quickly proved me wrong with his enthusiasm and politeness. I had the curry, which was really tasty, and my girlfriend had a burger. It was a little small, though that was to be expected given the price, a slightly bigger burger at a slightly higher price would strike the right balance. The outside scenery was lovely, though the interior could do with a bit of a freshen-up.”

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  S Slade

  ·2 months ago

  “Ordered a curry takeaway 2 weeks ago. Can honestly say it was the BEST takeaway we have had in years! The food was delicious, the staff were so friendly and the owner was extremely welcoming. We did feel sorry for the kitchen staff, cooking in the very hot weather and appreciated their excellent skills in producing such tasty food. Am going again this week, can honestly recommend the food, the staff and the ambience, therefore 5 stars, would give more if that were possible. Thanks to all at The White Hart for such a tremendous service”

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  Zain Uddin

  ·3 months ago

  “I had a great experience at The White Hart in Pulborough. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with a lovely traditional pub feel. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The food was excellent—fresh, well-presented, and full of flavour. The menu offered a good variety, and the portions were generous. Service was efficient without feeling rushed, making it a really enjoyable place to relax and have a meal. Overall, The White Hart is a fantastic pub with great food, excellent service, and a pleasant atmosphere. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area and look forward to returning.”

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  Matthew Moore

  ·4 months ago

  “Visited today (June 2026). What an excellent location. According to Belloc, this pub (and the associated bridge) is the true dividing line between the upper and lower river Arun. It is also the widest (or nearly) points on the river. The bridge was rebuilt in 1423, and the central arch raised in 1822. How old the pub is, I dont know (but rumour has it is was once 2 cottages)... was there a toll booth on this bridge and does this building have anything to do with it? The pub is quaint, the surrounding gorgeous, the staff are wonderful....the food is OK! Prices are fair for a Sussex Country pub”

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  Fraser Williams

  ·5 months ago

  “Lovely spot on the river overlooking the old stone bridge. Having had a 4 hour paddle we were pretty hungry so wanted food. This has changed hands only a month ago and now does excellent curries. A very enthusiastic and friendly owner brought it good and it was all delicious. We had two sauces, one rice and two poppadoms and it was plenty. Lots of authentic curries to choose from plus the usual classics. Lovely!”

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  Donna Burrows

  ·6 months ago

  “Just had the loveliest meal. I had a lamb pathia which was gorgeous. Husband had a chicken tikka masala, equally as nice. The outside area is beautiful, staff were friendly and welcoming. We will def go back.”

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  Stephen Barratt

  ·1 year ago

  “A long review with real life experience. Interesting, full of contrasts. I promised myself to visit this place after spotting it from the road during the COVID days of 'eat out to help out' when searching for a 'Well' in Church woods, Fittleworth. However, when we visited the first time afterwards it was closed for refurbishment. Anyway years later I finally tried it. It turns out to be next to a beautiful grade 1 listed bridge spanning the river Arun. Built in the 1400s and altered in the 1800s with a little history from the War of the 3 Kingdoms ( English civil war ) and WW2. Unbelievably carrying vehicles until 1986 as the main highway between Pulborough and Stopham/Fittleworth. I reserved a table and visited the Pub/restaurant on a hot sunny Sunday at the end of June 2025. The road leading down had lots of cars parked on the left hand side and the carpark was almost full. A scooter/motorcycle club had taken up some of the spaces. The pub has indoor seating and an outdoor decked area to eat plus tables at the entrance to the bridge. To order food, you have to walk up a flight of steps to a very small bar area inside. I decided to eat outside at the decked area beyond the carpark. I ordered a White Hart burger ( no extras ) and a Crayfish risotto and two drinks and paid by Visa card. I was given a table number cube. Note: Amex is not accepted here. The decking had plenty of glass topped tables but a lack of parasols that meant half the tables being unoccupied because of the strong sun. The food took a little time to come out but the view of kayaks and paddle boards on the river Arun was a pleasant distraction. However, only the Risotto was brought out by the young waitress and quickly left. Thinking the burger was on the way I didn't think to question her at the time. The plate seemed to be the star of the show rather than the portion size. Although it was very tasty it didn't take many mouthfuls to finish. As the waiting staff had become allusive, I took my plate back to the bar and asked the sheltering waitresses where the burger was. They went to the kitchen to investigate. I went back to the table. After some time the person who took the order came to the table with the chef's ticket that didn't have the order on it. However, I reminded her of the conversation of not wanting extra bacon and cheese at time of ordering and she realised she must have not entered it on the Till. After her apology I re-ordered the burger at the bar with her sister who added the extras for free for the inconvenience. The food arrived and was tasty but the portion size was very large compared with the risotto. A bit of inconsistency. The price of the risotto £21 compared with the burger at £17.50. I noted the waitresses serving were struggling to carry plates to the diners on the decking, dropping fries on the way and dropping a mayonnaise dip on the deck without cleaning up, an obvious slip hazard. In conclusion. Tasty food but a bit pricey for some dishes. Lovely historical setting. Needs a carpark camera and registration inside the pub to ensure the parking area is used for the customers and not the kayak and paddle boarders for an hour or two ( will guarantee a purchase ). A larger more accessible bar for customers and the staff to work at. Read back the order to confirm all the items have been inputted. A little more attentiveness by the waitresses, they would realise if there were any issues or missing items. I know in this part of the globe we don't like overbearing staff but a realisation of the mistake would have happened sooner and not resolved an hour afterwards. I want the place to thrive, so hopefully these issues are far and few between.”

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  Fiona Johnson

  ·2 years ago

  “Had a great evening here last night. The owner Jamie was so warm and welcoming. The pub is in a great location by the river. The menu is small, but everything we ordered was of exceptional quality and absolutely delicious! We loved the homemade sauces that complimented our food brilliantly. You have a great place there Jamie. If we’re ever in the area again- we’ll definitely come back and say hi:) x”

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