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The Sussex Arms

Bar Pub

Snug, historic pub featuring a patio, plus quiz nights, DJs, local real ales & spirits. People often mention nice, staff, great, friendly, good, Great,


Address

Sussex Mews, Tunbridge Wells TN2 5TE, United Kingdom

Website

thesussextw.co.uk

Contact

+44 1892 549579

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (349 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 3 pm to 1 am
  • Saturday: 12 pm to 1 am
  • Sunday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Monday: 3 to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 3 to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 3 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 3 pm to 12 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: nice (9) staff (9) great (8) friendly (7) good (7) Great (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 The W. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice pub with some very comfortable seating options. Lots of character with friendly staff. The pub was very clean and tidy and was quite welcoming. The Guinness was excellent as was the Long Man Best Bitter.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joel 1 year ago on Google
    Nicely hidden little pub in the Sussex mews. Also operates as a secondary location for the legendary Forum. Good beers/ales on tap.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Erikles L. 8 months ago on Google
    Nice place conveniently tucked away from the main street, well worth a visit if you find it 👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ian M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice traditional pub in own courtyard nicely to one side of the Pantiles

  • 4/5 Mark L. 6 months ago on Google
    this is what i would call a locals pub, though we were not and made welcome. it is a good pub for good value drinks. we had great drinks, beers and gin, outside area ok too.

  • 5/5 Mark A. 5 months ago on Google
    Great place for a great beer and a fantastic Roddy burger delivered directly to your table. Had a great time all round

  • 2/5 Tony B. 7 months ago on Google
    Never have I seen such a slack bunch of staff! Not a great deal happening at the bar yet 4 or 5 staff members were uninterested unitl prompted to serve, appalling service from these youngsters.

  • 5/5 Ian Keith R. 6 months ago on Google
    I was in the Sussex arms earlier and I found it a fantastic atmosphere and very friendly. The 4 girls and Sam behind the bar were absolutely so kind and very efficient Well worth a visit ☺️

  • 5/5 Clare L. 8 months ago on Google
    One of my top Tunbridge Wells pubs. The Sussex has a quirky historic vibe with lots of interesting touches to the decor. There's a great choice of real ales, and the range changes often, with local favourites always available. The crowd is quite trendy, but this is a friendly and welcoming pub with knowledgeable, confident staff. I came for an open mic night in the basement. It works well as a venue for spoken word events.

  • 4/5 Funki F. 6 months ago on Google
    Initially searching for a bite and a pint, discovered this real ale historic pub that does Roddy Burgers. Ordered via the app and the food was delivered in brown bags to our table...as per the usual takeaway burger joints...quirky! Reasonably priced and did the job as we were off to Brighton that night 😉

  • 5/5 Heather M. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing little find....the burgers were outstanding, and the mac bites! Staff were friendly too. Have already recommended to friends and we will be returning soon!

  • 4/5 Sammy D. 1 year ago on Google
    Busy pub, we attended after a gig in the forum. Too small for amount of people. Everyone was pushing and barging to get through. Downfall - toilets downstairs, and not really enough toilets for the amount of people. Was a good experience though.

  • 4/5 Craig A. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice pub tucked away on the Pantiles. Good selection of beers

  • 5/5 Lisa G. 2 years ago on Google
    We held our son's post funeral celebration at The Sussex Arms in December 2021. Not only is the pub absolutely lovely but the pub's team are incredible. It's hard to express our gratitude for their kindness, generosity and compassion. The pub had very special meaning for some people who were very close to our beautiful son and it was their recommendation because it was Jack's favourite pub. It was obvious from the moment we met with the team why Jack had loved this cosy, ambient pub so much. Not only is their beer and cider amazing, the staff is an absolute credit. Highly, highly recommend.

  • 4/5 lee b. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited The forum basement at the sussex Arms. The pub was nice however the basement was extremely small and squashed. They had over sold tickets. It was so hot in there and couldn't stay more then 20min! Had drinks at the bar and price was OK. Would visit again but probably not the basement

  • 4/5 Alex B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nicely tucked away in the pantiles. Lovely pub with good selection of drinks. Outside area perfect in the sun.

  • 5/5 Jez P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great pub, wonderful welcoming atmosphere with a talented band on playing classic punk covers.

  • 5/5 Tom W. 1 year ago on Google
    We were there for Unfest - a small music festival taking part in the courtyard adjacent. Found this pub to be really charming, with a nice vibe and great selection of beers. Food that day was a stall in the courtyard so not sure if they do food normally or how good that is (the pop up burger bar when we were there was great!)

  • 4/5 Jasmine P. 1 year ago on Google
    All rounder good pub for drinking. Good drink options and friendly staff. Got some outdoor space which is nice is the summer. Toilet cubicles are very cramped/awkward and they could do with some hooks so you don't have to put your bag on the floor in there.

  • 4/5 Rob S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great little pub, lovely bar food

  • 5/5 Russell M. 2 years ago on Google
    Fabulous place. Great drinks. Great fun watching people negotiating the small car park and scratching there cars on the ramp!! Enjoy the pub, park somewhere else!!

  • 4/5 Jon Doe (. 5 years ago on Google
    Cosy bar with friendly, welcoming staff and great intimate music venue in the basement. With tge choice of seating area at the front and rear a nice little place to happen upon.

  • 5/5 Tony E. 4 years ago on Google
    very nice little pub hidden away from the main street. nice beers and a lovely place.

  • 5/5 Stu M. 2 years ago on Google
    Cosy setting for an evening pint. Good selection of beer and good quality beer. Friendly staff nice atmosphere

  • 1/5 Sarah W. 1 year ago on Google
    Was looking forward to a nice nostalgic drink as used to frequent this pub years ago.... unfortunately we will not be returning. Toilets were grim. Bought a bottle of pinot and it was so vinegary we could not drink it. Another member of our group had a glass of merlot and said it tasted like it had been open for weeks. Took the bottle of pinot back. No refund or replacement offered....shame

  • 5/5 Sam P. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely little pub. Great selection of crafts ales at sensible prices, delicious burgers from roddy burger and friendly staff. My kind of pub!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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