Welcome to The Black Horse, Byworth. Our website is regularly updated to provide our customers with news of forthcoming events, menu changes, and the Real Ales on offer this week.

Whether you are looking for a quality pint of beer or a truly enjoyable dining experience, you will always find a warm welcome at the Black Horse.

 

THIS WEEKS REAL ALES

  • FLOWERPOTS BITTER

  • DARKSTAR HOPHEAD

  • LANGHAMS

  • YOUNGS BITTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Situated just off the A283 between Petworth and Pulborough, the Black Horse Inn is a beautifully set country inn within the small hamlet of Byworth.

Inside, this untouched 16th century Inn has the perfect Old World country look and feel. The front bar has a traditional atmosphere with its large fireplace, bare-board flooring and massive beams. This is a genuine rural pub, serving as a social hub for the local agriculturally-based community and all that it entails. The bar offers a range of four excellently kept Real Ales which has justified the inn's inclusion in the Good Beer Guide for several successive years.

The interior of the pub has wattle and daub walls, hung with an eclectic range of original photographs and prints.  Every nook and cranny holds an unlikely assortment of objects from a bygone age.

The cosy restaurant (separate from the bar-room) was created from the old kitchen (with original range on display) and rear courtyard. This is the perfect place for small or larger groups of people to dine. Upstairs is a beautiful function room with its own bar, looking out over the garden.

The food is of the highest standard, using only the best fresh local produce. The regular menu is updated to reflect seasonal change, and the daily specials maximise the availability of local seafood from the South Coast.

The wild garden and adjoining stream look out over a beautiful valley in the foothills of the South Downs. The view looks down upon layers of trees and flowers before spreading out into the fields.

 In August 2007 Jeff Paddock became the proud owner and operator of the Black Horse Inn. Together with his manager Katie Dallyn, the Black Horse team will continue to strive to exceed their customers expectations with quality food and beverages and exceptional service.

 So come and visit this wonderful survival of a traditional country inn. On a cold winters day you can be sure of a warm welcome and a roaring fire, and in the summer the beer garden is a fantastic place to enjoy a cold drink and the views of the West Sussex countryside.

 

 

OPENING HOURS

BAR:

Mon-Sat: 11.30 - 23.20

Sun: 12.00 - 23.20

RESTAURANT:

12.00 - 15.00

18.00 - 21.00

 

As we approach the end of summer, and hopefully a blissful autumn, we are busy devising our autumn and winter menus. We can promise some hearty and warming favorites, perhaps with a twist!

See Menus Page

 

THE GARDEN:

The Black Horse garden is experiencing a wonderful transformation! We have an additional terrace lawn with several extra tables, and the grand lawn has been cleared of overgrowth, landscaped and reseeded. The tumble-down stone boundary wall has been lovingly rebuilt by Jeff's dad Tim, and a new gateway constructed at the bottom for easy access from the Shimmings Valley footpath. The garden stream is once again visible, and the boardering irises look beautiful.

 

SUNDAY LUNCHES: Due to high demand, it is advisable to make a reservation to avoid disappointment.

 

Please note: Our 'Light Lunch Menu' is not available on Sundays,  or for evening sittings.

 

QUIZ NIGHT: SUNDAY AT 9.00

 

GIANT PUMPKIN COMPETITION:

The Pumpkin Competition is underway! We have a large number of entries this year including complete novices and experienced growers.

The Weigh-In takes place on Halloween, followed by a pumpkin carving competition.

All proceeds are going to Great Ormond Street.

 

RACING AT GOODWOOD, FESTIVAL OF SPEED & GOODWOOD REVIVAL:

The Black Horse welcomes large groups and parties en route to Goodwood by prior arrangement. Please contact us for Breakfast details.