Having been closed for much of 2014 following severe flood damage, when the nearby River Arun burst its banks, this lovely old country pub reopened on 15th Nov 2014. The pub sits next to the river and the old stone Stopham bridge. The central bar serves four rooms, split over two levels, with a log fire in one of the lower rooms. There are cosy alcoves and oak beamed ceilings throughout. There is some decking and a marquee outside. Breakfast is served Fri-Sat-Sun mornings from 8 to 11. It is the sister pub of the Queens Head in West Chiltington. Guest ale may be a real cider instead.
Historic Interest
Old Stopham Bridge
Multi-roomed pub alongside the old road bridge which has three small rooms with some 1930s fittings. The public bar in the middle has bar back which looks 1930s with some modern additions but the counter is almost certainly a modern replacement. The old fireplace has been converted into a seating area and a window added. The left room on a lower level has a small brick fireplace from the 1930s with an old fireback, some dado panelling could date from the 1930s. On the right is a panelled room with split door, a small 1930s brick fireplace and old wall cupboard. On the far right on a much lower level is a small dining room of no character.
Multi-roomed pub alongside the old road bridge which has three small rooms with some 1930s fittings. The public bar in the middle has bar back which looks 1930s with some modern additions but the counter is almost certainly a modern replacement. The old fireplace has been converted into a seating area and a window added. The left room on a lower level has a small brick fireplace from the 1930s with an old fireback, some dado panelling could date from the 1930s. On the right is a panelled room with split door, a small 1930s brick fireplace and old wall cupboard. On the far right on a much lower level is a small dining room of no character.
This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.
White Hart, Stopham