Royal Oak

Opens Bank Holiday Mondays 12-15 The Royal Oak is a freehouse in a 16th-century cottage. David Jeffrey and Sarah Warner have run the Royal Oak since 1990. The Royal Oak is an idyllic country pub, unspoilt and with great country walks. There is a large garden. In the winter two lovely log fires greet you. There is an extensive menu. Also on offer are three permanent real ales and a regular guest ale all mainly from local breweries. The pub is haunted by the ghost of one who was believed to be a sheep rustler who operated on the South Downs in about 1680, going by the name of William "Shagger" Shepherd. He was pursued across the Downs by a group of angry farmers and was eventually shot after taking refuge in the Royal Oak.