The Fox Goes Free
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"Friendly pub in a lovely South Downs setting."
Overview
Standing in unspoilt countryside at the foot of the South Downs, this lovely old brick and flint free house was a favoured hunting lodge of William III. With its three huge fireplaces, old pews and brick floors, the 17th-century building exudes charm and character. The pub lies close to the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, where 50 historic buildings from around southern England have been reconstructed. You can watch the world go by from the solid timber benches and tables to the front, or relax in the lawned rear garden. The Fox is a friendly and welcoming place with a good selection of real ales, including the eponymous Fox Goes Free bitter. Whether you’re looking for a quick bar snack or something more substantial, the daily-changing menus offer something for every taste.
Ratings & awards
AA Pick of the Pubs
About the area
Divided from East Sussex back in 1888, West Sussex has a variety of landscapes and coastal scenery, but it is the spacious and open South Downs with which the county is most closely associated. There are plenty of walking routes in the South Downs National Park, cycling routes by the sea or visitors can explore the pretty town of Arundel with its historic castle and buildings.
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