Well, we certainly think so! A beautiful country pub set at the foot of the South Downs and Devil's Dyke. We're perfect for long country walks, a relaxing afternoon in our fabulous garden or cosying by the fire on those cold winter nights. After extensive refurbishment during the lockdown period, we can't wait to welcome old friends and new back as the Royal Oak returns with a vast range of quality ales, gins and wines.
Whilst our kitchen continues to create beautiful and inventive dishes for your delight, including a selection of traditional pub classics and fresh, tasty daily specials. In the garden, we have our refurbished barbecue area, drinks terrace and new infrared hand wash station and welly boot wash. The kids will be kept entertain too with our big pirate ship play area and not forgetting our furry friends that are also more than welcome!
Whilst our kitchen continues to create beautiful and inventive dishes for your delight, including a selection of traditional pub classics and fresh, tasty daily specials. In the garden, we have our refurbished barbecue area, drinks terrace and new infrared hand wash station and welly boot wash. The kids will be kept entertain too with our big pirate ship play area and not forgetting our furry friends that are also more than welcome!
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There has been a Royal Oak on this site in Poynings since the 1880's, a beautiful country pub set at the foot of the South Downs and Devil's Dyke. A perfect location for a country walk, family dining, or a cold relaxing drink in our large picturesque garden. Having undergone extensive refurbishment during the recent lockdown period, the pub now benefits from a much-improved bar and dining area, an upgraded kitchen and external barbeque area.
Our team pride themselves on using locally sourced ingredients to create beautiful and inventive dishes for your delight, including a selection of traditional pub classics and fresh, tasty daily specials. All of this can be enjoyed in our newly refurbished restaurant area, relaxed bar setting or out in our barbecue area and terrace, a great addition for the summer months.
The bar at The Royal Oak offers you a fabulous range of drinks, including a vast selection of wines from around the world, including the local Poynings Grange. Three real ales are always on tap, including Harvey's Sussex Best and seasonal ales, along with over 35 gins, including a range of specialist Sussex options.
We have a number of options for your private hire requirements, with both internal and external options available. We have a large garden, marquee and BBQ patio area available for hire during the Summer months, or private dining facilities inside if you prefer. Just give one of our friendly team a call to discuss your requirements in more detail on 01273 857389.
Reviews (10)
MrPhil
Jan 23, 2022
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It was a very busy Sunday lunch when we dropped in. Although the staff tried to find us a table indoors we decided to grab a seat outside as it was quieter. We ordered food at the bar and within 20 minutes we tucked into probably the best fish and chips we've had. The fish seemed very fresh and the batter was as light as anything. We highly recommend dropping in if you're walking 'The Downs'.
Vj H.
Jan 14, 2022
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Visited today for a roast & left rather disappointed. Very average roast & would expect a better standard for a £17/ £18 main. Staff very pleasant but meal was rushed, starters came before we'd even got a drink & main came right after the starters were taken away. Unfortunately, we won't be returning
Jayne Heritage
Jan 02, 2022
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Jason Clarke
Jan 01, 2022
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Tatti McNally
Dec 22, 2021
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Pete Millis
Sep 26, 2021
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Patricie Baker
Jul 26, 2021
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Martin Streeter
Jun 30, 2021
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Amazing lunch for my dad‘s 85th. Staff were super pleasant and well trained, and of course, the food was excellent, both in taste and presentation. The menu did not do justice to the chef‘s far more complex content and flavour combinations. But, there is only so much room on a menu I guess. Well done all, must try out the fabulous beer gardens next time.
Paul Mead
Jun 24, 2021
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Kat Naish
May 30, 2021
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