• Added: 4th of July 2008
• Area: Arundel
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Arundel BN18 9RR

Wheely said
Pure Quality
We visited today for a soup lunch, absolutely superb.

We both had the pea and ham with a slice of crisped pancetta on top and herby croutons. This was accompanied by warmed wholemeal herb bread and high quality butter. We both agreed ..yum..yum.

The building dates back to 1736 and has benefitted from tasteful but sympathetic repair through careful modernisation. No evidence of those 'refurbishment' projects is yet to be seen - thank God !

On entering the pub and looking left, you're immediately aware that this is not a pub in the country that does food, it's a proper restaurant with a bar and seating to the right of the entrance that's quite separate. The restaurant was fully prepared for the lunchtime service at 11:45 with properly laid tables using real linen and quality cutlery.

The menu, wide, imaginative and not ordinary pub grub. Definitely what you would expect to find in a good restaurant WITHOUT the associated price tag but just slightly above the pub-grub level.

As for the car park, another little bonus here, stunning views overlooking the Arun Valley and within sight of Arundel Castle.

Tourists and casual visitors, not easy to find but if you're visiting Arundel, it's better than anything to be found in and around the town, more than likely cheaper and far better quality.

We will visit again for those special occasions in the year and when it's just a case of "lets spoil ourselves" !

ps, take your camera !

• Added: 3rd of July 2008
• Area: Worthing
• Category: Cafes and Coffee Shops

Worthing BN11 3BG
01903 200388

Wheely said
Quality and Value For Money
We often stop here for coffee and croissant when in the town centre and it really is something a bit special in terms of what they do as a small Italian bistro and wine bar/restaurant.

By day it's a licensed cafe bar offering those delicious panini and light Italian lunches but they also do a 2 course set menu lunch for £7.50. I'm told locally by other people that they are superb dishes. We have not tried these yet but will soon.

Mid afternoon is time for wine (enormous choice) and the olives come free. Something previously unheard of in Worthing !

By night, a full a la carte menu in the restaurant is available with no set closing time. Again, we have not tried this yet but the place is almost full every night. The outside seating is superb in fine weather.

For a business that's been here for several years now and grown steadily under the same Italian owner and his family, I suspect new standards are being set locally.

My wife tells me it's also very popular with the theatre goers who visit The Pavilion inside the pier. I suspect this is because of their flexible approach to closing times.

Tourists, 200 metres west of the pier, inside the cul-de-sac on the left.

• Added: 28th of June 2008
• Area: Worthing
• Category: Take Aways

Worthing BN11 3RG
01903 212455

Wheely said
Quality and Value For Money
We stopped here for the first time today for a light tak-away lunch on the beech after shoping. Something of a surprise awaited us from this superb little family business that's been here since 1974. Whilst the young chap was preparing our chips, I asked if I could try one and he of course said yes. Wow...some flavour so I enquired what type of potato they are using and he said they only use new potatoes as they have no 'eyes' or black spots. These are then cooked fairly fast at high temperature which prevents the chips soaking up oil, makes them crisp on the outside, soft and floury on the inside. This must be a good technique as there was no lingering smell of deep frying. It was also noticeable that the customer area was spotlessly clean. A good sign as I arrived towards the end of the lunchtime service.

Tourists, very competitively priced and high standards. Located about 200 meters inland from the beech just past the Tex garage and next door to the SPAR shop. Free parking on the west side of Heene Road.

• Added: 18th of May 2008
• Area: Littlehampton
• Category: Shops

Littlehampton BN16 4EN
01903 787 855

Wheely said
Hand Made Furniture
This little company of craftsmen made our dining table when we bought this house nearly 3 years ago. It's eco-friendly (recycled), superb quality and craftsmanship at the right price. Originally, it was timber from the roof of an old 1942 2WW building that was being demolished. "Good quality timber that's well weathered" is what the boss said and believe me it is.

For those interested, not easy to find the workshop but well worth it. ps his dog loves a fuss !

• Added: 7th of May 2008
• Area: Worthing
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Worthing BN13 2JR

Wheely said
Orientated to Children
We sat in the garden Monday afternoon and enjoyed a few well kept drinks in gorgeous weather with what could be described as free entertainment.

This consisted of a huge 'bouncy castle' that's free and will be there for the summer. As you can imagine, it was packed all afternoon but the children loved it and the noise wasn't excessive. Noticeably, the garden is isolated (fenced) from the road and the Mums & Dads had some freedom to enjoy a drink. Since this first review we've tried the Sunday lunch, very nice and good value at £5.95.

Tourists, more of a locals pub that caters well for children with what appears to be a very competitively priced menu.

• Added: 2nd of May 2008
• Area: Cranleigh
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Cranleigh GU6 8HY

Wheely said
Village Life and Value for Money
Possibly one of the best country pubs in south west Surrey, quality home cooked food, decent wine and real ale selection coupled with reasonable prices have made this a destination pub for many.

Tourists, it's located on the south side of Dunsfold Aerodrome - birthplace of the Harrier Jump Jet and Top Gear productions. Yes, you could be unlucky enough to hear them (Messrs Clarkson, Hammond and May) only 300 metres away ! The River Wey and Arun canal renovation project is only 150 meters from the pub.

• Added: 30th of April 2008
• Area: Horsham
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Horsham RH12 3BW

Wheely said
Interesting Pub
We called in here 3 months ago for morning coffee, my previous visit was over 30 years before I think !

A seriously good real ale pub with good food and luxury en-suite accommodation. It's a bit of a time warp in many ways, huge open log fire, wood beams and a cat named Eric sound asleep in front of it.

Tourists, just off the A281. NB best to contact them first if it's accommodation you're after as this is the Surrey / Sussex border area and prices can be similar to noughts on the end of your telephone number !!"


Their website is: www mucky-duck-inn.co.uk

• Added: 30th of April 2008
• Area: Worthing
• Category: Shops

Worthing BN11 1QR
01903 536502

Wheely said
Quality and Value
This excellent little company fitted a new boiler and cylinder for us when we bought this house nearly 3 years ago.

Timings, materials, access, price and workmanship were all as agreed, spot on. Unlike many of these companies, this one 'does what it says on the tin' See their website for dozens of other local satisfied customers.

They are also members of the 'checkatrade' system under the local Borough Council's supervised list of approved traders for this type of work.

• Added: 27th of April 2008
• Area: Worthing
• Category: Bars and Pubs

Worthing BN11 3QA
01903 207099

Wheely said
Something Special
This was our first stop yesterday whilst walking home via the seafront. It's only yards from the pier yet...less than £3 for a pint of Tuborg. The interior is a labyrinth of small cosy areas with decent furniture and a separate games room. What was noticeable was a completely separate bar at the back of the building - ideal for larger groups or private functions.

Out front, lovely patio where several people were drinking coffee and happily watching the world go by at their leisure.

For those interested in water sports, they're hosting a whole schedule full this year.

Tourists, good value but impossible parking. Park for free beyond Heen Rd and walk back 400 yards.

• Added: 27th of April 2008
• Area: Worthing
• Category: Hotels and Travel

Worthing BN11 3QQ
01903

Wheely said
Value For Money
We stopped here for a drink yesterday whilst walking the seafront - very pleasant.

The hotel was built in what appears to be the Edwardian period at the quiet end of Worthing seafront. In particular, it has that lovely air of peacefulness and serenity about it.

Room prices appear to start at around £70 but all sorts of deals may exist alongside that price so it's best to enquire first.

Their menu is not pretentious, just sensible dishes at very competitive prices. As for the sea, just over the road.

Tourists, more suitable for those who enjoy a quiet period of relaxation in a comfortable friendly atmosphere.

However, if you want serious 'night-life' - walk 300 metres east towards the pier ! The 'in place' at the moment so I'm told is Tangerine.