The White Horse, Hascombe

Charming setting for a country pub I thought, and I should imagine quite lovely in the summer. Not great garden weather on our visit but I look forward to enjoying a summers afternoon with some friends outside soon.

Excellent ales anyway. The Harveys Best was a particular favourite, certainly the best pint of Sussex that I have tasted for a long time anyway. I didn't try the lighter beer that they had on, though the St. Austells Tribute was very tasty, if perhaps a bit strong for my lunchtime visit!

Good selection of beers for the space that they seemed to have anyway. It was good to hear the enthusiasm with which the barstaff talked about the care that they take in looking after their ales as well. Always nice to hear that some pride has gone into your pint.

Food was good, though the lunch menu at least didn't seem to quite suit the setting and character of the pub. Could be a bit broader perhaps. Most of the meals looked to be little filling for lunch. That said, the fish and chips was lovely and it seems that at least everything is cooked fresh to order which is certainly worth something.

Anyway, the service was good on our visit, the bar staff all seemed to be local and were friendly and helpful on the whole.

Certain parts of the pub were a little tatty and not brilliantly arranged, though the loos and tables were clean which is something that I like to see. Could certainly do with some more pictures on the walls though.

2 May 2010 03:55