The Ark

The Ark is a pub on West Quay in Newhaven, positioned beside the River Ouse. Its riverside setting gives the venue an open, relaxed character, with a large garden and a front terrace facing the water. Ample parking adds practical convenience for visitors arriving by car.

The food combines familiar pub cooking with Thai cuisine. Pub classics are available as part of the main offering, while Thai dishes feature on Thursdays and Saturdays. Sunday roasts are another established part of the menu, giving the pub a traditional option for a weekend meal. The food style suits casual lunches, relaxed dinners and gatherings centred around a shared meal.

The Ark presents a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for friends and families. The garden and terrace provide outdoor space in addition to the indoor pub setting, while the river location adds a change of scene from the usual town-centre bar. For visitors travelling from Brighton or elsewhere in East Sussex, the Newhaven setting works well as part of a day near the coast and estuary.

Entertainment and scheduled offers form part of the venue’s character. Live music appears alongside specialty food nights, with food and drinks deals included in the weekly calendar. The programme gives the pub more variety than a straightforward dining stop, although the exact events and offers change over time.

The Ark is open from late morning until evening from Monday to Saturday, with later midday opening on Sundays. The combination of pub classics, selected Thai food, Sunday roasts, outdoor seating, parking and a riverside location makes it suitable for informal meals, family occasions and time spent with friends. The venue is located at W Quay, Newhaven, BN9 9BP.