Nestled beautifully in the rolling South Downs on the edge of the tiny village of Chilgrove, the White Horse is a multi-award-winning country inn, offering seasonal British cuisine and stylish bedrooms, providing a warm and friendly service with rustic elegance and contemporary design.
Britain's Finest in conversation with The White Horse
Where is The White Horse located?
From Chichester: A286 through Lavant, taking the left-hand turning to Chilgrove. The pub is on the right after 4 miles.
From London: A3 towards Portsmouth, A272 to Petersfield, then right towards B2199. Take a left for 3 miles, then right onto the B2146. Next, the B2141 to Chilgrove where the pub will be on the left.
By train: London Victoria-Chichester.
Does the chef at The White Horse have a signature dish?
Guests will love the twice-baked Sussex cheddar soufflé baked on double cream with walnuts, along with Charlie's trout with creme fraiche. The full English & Continental breakfasts are also to die for!
What type of food do you serve at The White Horse?
A true country dining pub, the White Horse prides itself on creating menus from the freshest local produce sourced directly from the woodlands, farms and country estates in the surrounding area.
What makes the dining experience unique at The White Horse ?
The pub has been awarded various accolades including Best Pub in Sussex at the Pub & Bar Awards 2019. All of the game and fish is brought from local suppliers and friends – from the exquisite venison, straight from the nearby estates such Goodwood and prepared on-site, to the Chilgrove wood pigeons, rabbits and trout, plucked from nearby rivers and fields that morning. Goodwood cheeses often appear regularly on the menus. Whatever you try, you can be sure that every dish prepared has its roots in the beautiful South Downs.
Other Information
As well as a passion for high quality, the White Horse is a community pub devoted to offering comfort to all. Cosy up in The Snug, unwind with a coffee and paper in by the wood-burner or enjoy a delicious meal in the Restaurant in one of the booths. The pub also has a lovely semi-private dining room, available to hire for up to 16 guests.
