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Sussex Arms, Tunbridge Wells

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This quirky pub is well worth a visit and is something of a hidden gem being tucked away behind the Corn Exchange, just off the bustling Pantiles and only yards from sister pub, the Ragged Trousers. Regular events (some unusual) include live music and stand up comedy and are held in the Forum basement of the pub. Thursday is quiz night. Very welcoming and appealing to all ages. A suntrap patio and a glass-covered terrace are attractions for warmer weather drinking away from the Pantiles crowds. There is normally a Fonthill Brewery beer available.

Historic Interest

At one time a unique operation and what made the Sussex Arms special was the unique character of the pub. This was created by landlord Dennis Lane who, with his wife Barbara, had run the pub from 1958 to 1987. They furnished it with artefacts purchased from the nearby auction rooms. The collection of chamber pots was legendary. So too were the number of locks on the front door - alleged to number 27 in total!

Information for this venue is provided by the West Kent Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells District (B)
Last updated
01/03/2024
Last surveyed
04/02/2024
Pub ID
TTW/214
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
3:00pm - 11:00pm
Tuesday
3:00pm - 11:00pm
Wednesday
3:00pm - 11:00pm
Thursday
3:00pm - Midnight
Friday
3:00pm - 1:00am
Saturday
Noon - 1:00am
Sunday
Noon - 11:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 2 regular beers.

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Changing

Changing beers typically include: Only With Love (varies) , Tiny Rebel (varies)

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Facilities
Live Music Live Music
The Forum Basement venue
Garden Garden
Patio either side
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Games Games
Board games
Real Fire Real Fire
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
Real Cider Real Cider
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Transport
Close to bus routes (200m)
Nearby Station (650m)
Tunbridge Wells
Directions
off the Pantiles
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