The Coach & Horses

Brighton



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home-cooked food and local ales in a classic Sussex inn
Local tip
The inn provides a useful base for combining a South Downs visit with time in Worthing, Arundel or Chichester.

The Coach & Horses is a traditional Sussex inn on Arundel Road in Clapham, near Worthing. Its setting places it close to the South Downs National Park, with access to Worthing, Arundel, Chichester and Brighton. The location suits short breaks, overnight stopovers and meals in a rural-edge pub setting.

The food centres on traditional dishes cooked to order, with a broad menu of home-cooked options and produce sourced locally. The restaurant and bar provide a relaxed setting for a meal, while the bar serves local ales and has a well-stocked selection. The atmosphere is informal and suited to diners looking for familiar pub food in an unhurried setting.

As well as dining, the inn offers individually styled bedrooms, including double, twin and family accommodation. Refurbished rooms provide a choice for different types of stay, from couples and friends to families. A complimentary breakfast is available for overnight guests, making the property suitable for travellers looking for accommodation alongside a pub and restaurant.

The Coach & Horses works well as a base for exploring this part of West Sussex or as a convenient stop on a wider South Coast journey. Its position near the South Downs gives it a countryside context, while Worthing and other nearby towns provide access to local attractions and services. The combination of a traditional inn atmosphere, cooked-to-order food, local ales and overnight rooms gives the venue a practical appeal for both dining and short stays.

Frequently Asked Questions

The inn is on Arundel Road in Clapham, Worthing, West Sussex, with the postcode BN13 3UA.
Reservations can be made through the venue's online booking service or by calling 01903 694721.
The restaurant serves traditional dishes cooked to order, with home-cooked food and locally sourced produce.
Yes. The property offers double, twin and family bedrooms alongside its bar and restaurant.
A complimentary breakfast is provided for overnight guests.
The rooms suit couples, friends, families and travellers requiring a short stopover in West Sussex.
A family room is available, while specific arrangements should be confirmed when booking.
The menu is broad and dishes are cooked to order, so dietary requirements can be checked directly with the restaurant before booking.
Outdoor seating arrangements can be confirmed directly with the venue before a visit.

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