White Hart, Chipstead

Attractive 19th century inn (although reputedly some parts date from 1731) at the south end of Chipstead village with good views across the recreation ground to open country. The opening in December 2004 of a restaurant at the rear of the pub (happily in-keeping with the existing architectural style) has increased capacity considerably. A former Charrington's house, and prior to that owned by Croydon brewer Page & Overton, it is now owned by the pub chain Brunning & Price. The pub is extremely comfortable with a bright bar and solid tables aand wooden floors in each area. To the right as you enter is a large high ceilinged room used a restaurant. Another dining area is to be found to the right of the bar, and this is the original part of the pub. Throughout the pub are interesting photos and pictures including several local sporting ones. An excellent choice of food is available each day from 12.00 to 10pm (9:30 Sunday), and features a number of changing daily specials. The pub has no garden but there is a fair sized outdoor drinking area at the front. Two guest ales are sold, and these are often from local breweries, which Dark Star and Westerham favourites, but several others have been featured. A house beer, Phoenix Brewery's Brunning & Price Original is also sold.