The George and Dragon in Horsham

Driven passed this pub at least 30 times on way to Gatwick over the years but never stopped. Visited on Thursday 26th September at 1:30pm. Reasonable sized car park with lots of spaces. Pub has oak beams which gives it a real traditional vibe. Didn’t book a table but was able to be seated straight away. Good choice on the menu. We had ciabatta baguettes (one halumi one sausage/onion) washed down with a Prosecco and a beer. Service good and baguettes only £9 each. View out the back of the pub over the South Downs is stunning! Worth knowing that last food orders are 2pm for lunch. Would definitely return.

We were recommended to have lunch here, by the boat hire company in Amberley, so glad we took their advice. Not only is it in a gorgeous location, with stunning views, but the food & service were spot on. Very reasonably priced and quite possibly the best ploughman's we've ever had!

FIRST TIME VISIT ON THURSDAY,1ST AUGUST,HAD BEEN RACING AT GOODWOOD THAT AFTERNOON WITH FRIENDS.WE BOOKED FOR AN EVENING MEAL,THE FOOD,DRINK AND SERVICE WERE FIRST CLASS.A BIG THANK YOU TO LEILA,HAYLEY AND JO FOR MAKING OUR NIGHT A GOOD NIGHT.

Lovely lunch, delicious ale and beautiful view of the South Downs. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Would recommend to everyone A+++×++

We’ve been going to the George & Dragon for more years than I care to remember! The pub is very popular with locals as well as tourists and walkers from the nearby South Downs Way. It's a lovely old building with outside decking at the back with superb views over the surrounding countryside. In the winter there is a welcoming roaring fire in the bar area. Carole and Gavin run the business extremely professionally; they and their team always give a friendly welcome and are helpful, attentive and willingly go out of their way to make sure you have an enjoyable visit. Most visitors go to the George & Dragon to eat - there is a reasonably extensive menu and it would be difficult not to find something for most peoples' taste. It's good quality, generous portioned, reasonably priced, classic pub food (fish and chips, pies, burger, etc) with changing 'specials'. There is also a selection of well kept beers and lagers. Whenever we visit there is a great ambience and you are surrounded by people enjoying themselves. The very fact the pub is often so busy (it is always advisable to book) speaks volumes about how good it is. This is an example of how a pub should be run - a professional motivated team serving good food and drink reasonably priced in pleasant surroundings.

We booked a table here very last minute and they were happy to cater for us. The staff were super helpful and attentive, the food was delicious with generous portion sizes and the pricing was more than reasonable. We had a lovely evening in this traditional little pub with a nice chilled out atmosphere. If we are ever in the area again, we would love go back!

Lunch en route from Dorset to Lewes. Traffic was awful but the G&D were very helpful and accommodating when we rang ahead to say that we would be touch and go in terms of getting there for final lunch orders. Made it just in time and we were warmly welcomed, as were the dogs. Great lunch - haddock and chips twice. Well worth a visit.

Food first class. Good portion size. Steak and kidney pud nearly as good as mum used to make. Owners and staff friendly and efficient. Especially the angry German Great value for money. Highly recommended

What a lovely traditional country pub. All the staff were friendly, helpful and welcoming. The food was piping hot and beautifully cooked. Could not want for more. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch and will definitely return.

An impeccably well kept establish in the Sussex downs. A TRUE British pub that has maintain its original heritage and story while offering excellent food, service and views. A must visit when in West Sussex!

Thanks to all at The George &,Dragon for a wonderful evening to celebrate my birthday! Everyone was so friendly and helpful including catering to one of my fussy friends needs! The food was delicious & we all jad a great time! I look forward to visiting again soon.

Delicious Sunday roast with friends. Staff are always friendly and attentive, the fire was lit and the wine was perfect! The best place to spend your Sunday afternoons! This pub is amazing all year round with its stunning views from the decking and the snuggly log fires inside, a must visit!!!

We arrived at this lovely pub on a grim Saturday afternoon with heavy rain. At 5.15pm the pub was already starting to fill up. Despite most of the tables being reserved, the very welcoming lady who greeted us moved things around to accommodate 4 people and a dog. We ordered our drinks and then checked out the menu. There was a lot of choice - some very good seafood options, with steak, gammon, burgers - there was something for everyone, including veggie and vegan options. We both chose the chicken chasseur, which was delicious - juicy chicken on a bed of mash with plenty of seasonal veg and a delicious sauce. We then had the locally sourced ice cream which was equally delicious. The service was very exceptional. Every member of the team there was friendly and extremely helpful. It deserves to be as busy as is it clearly is.

Went for the first time for our anniversary to have lunch and not disappointed. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and the food is really nice and tasty. Lovely history with this pub which I enjoyed. Lots of parking in the pub car park and really clean toilet facilities. Will definitely go again, highly recommended.

Great lunch, I had the quiche and salad, husband had the ploughmans, food was excellent, service was great. Can’t say enough about how good this lunch was.

Excellent service and food with very efficient and friendly staff. We used the car park while we walked the lovely countryside nearby.

What a wonderful evening we had! The waitress is absolutely hilarious and made our evening very special. First we sat on the terrace and admired the gorgeous view before moving indoors when the rain started, into a private corner for an absolutely delicious meal! The chips are absolutely gorgeous. If you're looking for a great experience in the area this is the pub to visit. The views are absolutely stunning

Been a visitor to this pub for any years but was quite overwhelmed by the care and kindness shown by the landlady and her ‘girls’ last week. We had a slightly disasterous journey to get there and they managed to turn our stress to joy. Thankyou

Great pub! Amazing food and staff very friendly and clean! Been going for 3 years never been disappointed! Carole and Gav the owners are lovely and very accommodating.

Outstanding pub. Service was brilliant food was delicious. The staff couldn’t have been more attentive. They were busy when we walked in but we were greeted with a warm hello and be with you in a sec. So refreshing. The food was fresh, quick and great quality. Nothing was too much trouble - even the request for loads of veg ! Lol We will definitely be back. Thank you x

A hostile welcome and clearly had no interest in customer service at all. The woman made every excuse not to seat us for lunch. Quoting it’s too cold to sit outside, I’m waiting for my reserved tables, I may get Goodwood people through the door. Clearly our faces didn’t fit . I guess she is in a position to turn profit down! Lucky lady.

Exellent throughout, location ,views, parking,service, price. The menu had great selection. The food was cooked well and delivered . Our waitress Jo, was very engaging and attentive. The views were spectacular. Good parking. Will definitely go back.

We popped in for a sandwich on our way back to London. We had delicious filled ciabatta rolls with salad & perfect chip’s & excellent coffee. The service was friendly & attentive. The view from the back of the pub is delightful. Such a great...

What a wonderful experience of meeting a real life dragon Please enter with caution if you dare not too of booked The most unfriendly welcome

Came here for a family meal and it was definitely the best choice we made, the staff the service and the food was all perfect! We couldn’t fault anything. We already have another table booked for when they are doing a pizza night which we...

This is a cosy friendly pub, ideal for both the cooler months where there is a lovely fire and the summer months. The verandah out the back has nice views only spoilt a little by the umbrellas so it got a little chilly later in...

We'd never even heard of Houghton,and we were driving through on the way to Amberley where we had been told there was a good pub for lunch. But The George and Dragon looked so nice as we approached that we pulled into the car park....

We stopped for lunch and it was delicious. Ploughman,s lunch and bangers and mash especially. Good service and charming, historic pub. Highly recommended.

Went here as a big family group and had a lovely Sunday lunch for my Auntie’s big birthday. Beautiful location on the edge of the South Downs, the food was delicious and the service was brilliant. Highly recommend and would definitely return.

A warm welcome into a real traditional pub. One of us was gluten free and an individual member of staff explained what was available - good choice and they had gluten free bread. Prawn cocktail and whitebait starters , and then we all had either...

Fabulous oldie restaurant with amazing views over the countryside from the back deck and spacious garden area. Lovely Carole informed me that seating on the deck can be booked as well. I can imagine they always are during the summertime. We enjoyed a wonderfully satisfying...

I came here with my partner, my partner had the steak and he said it was the best steak he ever had!!! I had fish which was also absolutely amazing! We shared a bottle of the New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc recommended by the landlady which...

What a fabulous Sunday lunch at The George & Dragon ! Perfectly cooked roast beef and vegetables and Yorkshire pudding and all so tasty. My friend’s cod gratin was delicious and the desserts are to die for. Such a lovely cosy pub with a great...

This is our go-to hostelry whenever we are in the area. The food is always top notch: classic dishes, well-cooked. Wines are carefully-selected and the welcome is unvaryingly warm. When weather permits, dining al fresco on the terrace offers beautiful views of nature.

I always try and visit this gem when I stay in the area visiting relatives . Great food and service and always a cheery welcome.

The George and Dragon has been a favourite for several years. Our recent visit just confirmed that this is a great pub. We always get a lovely welcome. Sometimes we just pop in for a drink, other times we enjoy the excellent food. We are...

Fantastic place for a meal and to meet with family and friends. Great atmosphere and very good service.

A lovely leisurely Sunday lunch at the George and Dragon. After a bracing walk on the downs, walking down the stairs, (boots off) and entering the heart of the historic, warm and welcoming George and Dragon was immediately relaxing, as you enter a proper English...

Having stumbled across this little gem on Friday we can highly recommend. The staff were so friendly and they went out of their way to help. The food was excellent. Lovely fire and amazing views. Thank you for a lovely lunch

Went here with my family, was absolutely amazing service and food! Is a must visit pub. Gorgeous views and is a lovely old English pub, 10/10 recommend.

Wonderful atmosphere coupled with great value wholesome food. Landlord and Landlady (Gavin & Carole) a delight with a cheery disposition. Well worth a visit.

Gavin, Carole & the team are great hosts, friendly and welcoming. Whether it’s winter evenings by the fire having a drink, eating Craig’s delicious home cooked food or sunny afternoons on the terrace eating pizza we always enjoy ourselves.

What a beautiful old pub in the heart of the South Downs with a huge open fire and stunning views. So glad we found it. Will definitely be back.

Excellent food, great location. Prompt and friendly service. We went for a Sunday lunch treat and treat it was. My roast beef was excellent as was the rest of our order.

Been visiting the George & Dragon for years and it never disappoints! Amazing food and fantastic friendly atmosphere. Whether it’s a cosy Sunday lunch by the fire or warm summers evening drink looking out over the downs you’re after, this is the place to go!

We come here regularly and always receive a warm welcome from all the team; whether we are just popping in for a quick drink or having a long lunch either on the sun terrace in the summer or by the warm fire in the winter....

Sunday roast, best we’ve eaten in a very long time, friendly staff, lovely location, we’ll be back soon. Thank you.

Great food Cosy fire and Lovely Landlady and Landlord Very welcoming staff. Will definitely be back.

Great food and very welcoming landlords and staff. Beautiful setting in the heart of the countryside

Great country pub with excellent food, great choice of beer/wine and a great team of friendly staff. We've visited the George and Dragon a number of times now and it never disappoints from the log fire in the Winter to the views from the decking...

Always very friendly and welcoming in the winter the inglenook fire is always lit and in the summer the views from the decking are wonderful

Warm and welcoming venue with a traditional pub feel. Love the welcome and great food served with a smile. Will be going back.

Nice country pub with lovely views. Good menu and friendly staff. Stopped on our way back from chichester after Christmas shopping.

We must have driven post the George and Dragon a 100 times over the past two years always saying we will stop there sometime for food , well tonight we did stop and what a Wellcome we got , friendly staff in this almost medieval...

We hadn’t been to the George & Dragon for a long time and were warmly greeted. We had a very enjoyable evening and fabulous meal. The steaks were cooked beautifully and the pub serves an amazing sticky toffee pudding! Lovely ambience and a log fire....

Heerlijk geluncht, zeer vriendelijk personeel. Prachtig gelegen met mooie tuin en uitzicht. Binnen leuk en pittoresk ingericht. Enige probleem is...

So happened to down that way and came upon t e pub by chance, were greeted by friendly staff, food was excellent and very well priced and would recommend

Amazing dinner, great food, great service, great beer. Lovely old pub with real character. Could not fault anything. Highly recommended

The choice for an ad hoc dinner - we hadn’t booked - was a good one. The place fitted us in, serving staff were very friendly, service quick. We both ordered spaghetti bolognese with garlic bread. £15 per portion which was on the high side....

We have been meaning to visit for a long time but for various reasons never got round to it until yesterday evening. Lovely pub inside and good parking. We sat outside initially with lovely relaxing views from the deck or gardens. When it chilled off...

We’ve been regular customers at the George & Dragon for many years. The pub is very popular with locals as well as tourists and walkers from the nearby South Downs Way. It’s a lovely old building with outside decking at the back with superb views...

My wife and were looking for a place midway between us and some old friends for a birthday celebration. G&D was perfect. The lady who served our table was very friendly and flexible in ‘going a little ‘off piste’ The outside deck looked great with...

Went here with family, lovely pub and pleasant staff but food disappointing for the price paid. Husbands fish was very small and over cooked, potatoes hard ,sticky toffee pudding had no sauce on and was dry . Wouldn’t be in a hurry to return

Sadly we only stumbled across this absolute gem when in a rush so barely had time to stop and finish a pint but it was beautiful. The servcie was quick and friendly and they have a decking and garden at the back of the pub...

What an amazing view, coupled with excellent service and good pub food, don’t expect amazing food but expect amazing service with great views of the South Downs, which makes for a great combination Enjoy it now in the sun as the garden is fantastic!

Best Sunday Lunch around, generous quantities, excellent value for money, tasty quality food, Plus the atmosphere is super friendly with fab service. Would highly recommend George & Dragon at Heigington

We stopped here to have lunch at 2pm Friday and we’re told that they were not serving even though there was a board outside stating alfresco dining. No times indicated Looked lovely with good views , and staff were helpful.

We were two motorcyclists and had lunch at the George and Dragon, Houghton, near Amberley. The pub felt welcoming and friendly which stems from the hosts Gavin and Carole. Nestling in rolling farmland on the Sussex Downs, the terrace has an enjoyable view across the...

Came for the wood fired pizza in the afternoon of the queen’s jubilee weekend and we were not disappointed! Amazing pizzas in a beautiful country setting, attentive staff and all round great pub. Highly recommend visiting

Although we visit the George and Dragon fairly regularly, our recent meal to celebrate St George’s day does warrant a review. The food is always of a high standard anyway, but this was excellent. For starters we had asparagus tips, followed by a sumptuous joint...

Booked an outside table a week in advance hoping the weather would be kind to us and it was.. on arrival we were shown to a table with a lovely view . The garden here is also beautiful. Service was quick and efficient. I had...

Booked an outside table a week before hoping that the weather would be kind to us and it was hot in the sun. On arrival we were shown to a table with a great view. The garden here is beautiful too. I had the seafood...

We had lunch on Easter Sunday and sat on the deck which has a lovely view. There was a fixed price menu for the day which was probably more than we really wanted to eat but we ordered roast beef and this was tender and...

We took our mother to George and Dragon for her birthday. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed with the food. The chicken (burger) was tough and was surely reheated chicken, the steak was tough and stringy (very poor cut of meat) and the fish was served...

I am hoping that we went on an ‘off’ night, we were so disappointed, three of us went, we ordered starters which were good, the white bait and the ham and melon. Then skate which was not anything special served with two boiled potatoes and...

Some constructive advice. We appreciate Pubs have been hit hard by the pandemic, however if you are going to put prices up so much, surely you shouldn’t cut the portions too. Your sandwiches now come with Crisps, when some used to come with chips. To...

Met for a quick lunch with friends. A great location in The Downs. Good service and food. Make sure you leave space for some ice cream..... You won't regret it!

Great old historic pub in the Arun Valley just up the hill from the River. The staff were excellent, helpful and friendly, they couldn't do enough for us. The Polish waitress was superb. We arrived at 1 and left when they closed at 5. All...

An absolutely fantastic meal was had by all of our party From the scallops and Black pudding through to the mouth watering rack of Lamb and Cheese and biscuits A great nights sleep was had in the lovely room we stayed in

This is a lovely old pub in a stunning location within the Arun valley. We received a very warm from the staff who were extremely kind and patient with the family gathering I has arranged. Arranging a family gathering can be very stressful with people...

Always a friendly welcome here. The location is great and the views across the Arun valley fantastic. Delicious food and the Christmas lunch was superb. It’s not often I have three courses but each was really good. The team was very attentive despite being busy....

Not the best experience. The burger was sub standard for £16.00, I informed the waitress the burger was anaemic, as if it was boiled rather than pan cooked or chargrilled, no colour, which meant there was not a great deal of flavour. It also had...

We came for Saturday lunch for a birthday 8 of us (7 plus a 2 year old) and Ella could not have been more attentive! Ella was fun, knowledgable and caring. We have been many times before for the excellent vegan menu (my wife is...

A lovely historic pub, with superb gardens and views. We've previously enjoyed the garden / terrace but unfortunately rain changed our plans and we moved inside, a nice Sunday roast served by friendly attentive staff.

Went for Sunday Roast with my partner. Was really impressed by the old rustic charm of the place but the issue was that the Roast was not very good. Potatoes - dense and almost chewy on the outside Veg - bland and uninteresting plate of...

We popped out for a drive around Horsham to find a spot to eat. Thank goodness we stumbled across the George and dragon! The pub itself is a wonderfully quaint English pub with low timber ceilings and cosy seating areas, and the staff are all...

It was a snap decision to go out for Sunday lunch and we were lucky to get a table. There was plenty of space, a warm welcome and friendly staff. Our food came quickly and was excellent, service was excellent. Freshly cooked vegetables came with...

We visit the George & Dragon in Houghton on a regular basis, and obviously it would be very easy to give regular reviews. However, I believe this defeats the object of TripAdvisor, so this is an overall review of recent months post lock down. The...

My sister and I booked in for a meal here. We saw the pub as we passed on our way to Pagham last Friday and liked the look. So glad we booked it. We are here at the moment on the 8th September and just...

Visited on 2nd September. We sat outside, although there was a table available inside. A bit windy on the terrace, but loved the views. We had Ploughmans, they were huge, but lovely cooked ham, three Sussex cheeses and lots of salad, coleslaw etc. The staff...

We went to Amberly to walk along the river for the day. Way to hot so decided to go straight to the George and Dragon instead. We have been a couple of times before. The pub is soo beautiful and the view from the garden...

The G&D offers a fanatic Sunday roast which cannot be faulted. Great staff and an amazing venue full of character and history.

Really lovely pub with original features in place. It gave a nice rustic feel. All in all it was a lovely lunch. Roast dinners were delicious. Yorkshire pudding was slightly too over-done for my nan and stepmums liking, but I all down to personal preference....

This is my favourite eating place because one is always guaranteed superb food at reasonable prices served by really nice helpful staff in exquisite surroundings. You just can't beat the George & Dragon for a special meal or a celebration...everything is delicious. Everyone is nice.

Went to the pub today nice place loverly setting. Ordered a round of drinks and the order was messed up. The Sunday roast wasn’t that great, but the burgers were nice. Had dessert couldn’t taste the orange in the brownie. And the Eaton mess was...

What a lovely pub. Came here on Sunday 23rd May 2021 to celebrate my birthday with family. Excellent food and staff, nothing was too much trouble. Food was excellent

We met friends mid way for both of us at this charming pub...sitting on the terrace with stunning views matched by the great food and staff, definitely one for the future,

Rubber food, but great service, COVID 19 precautions in full swing and staff keen to help. The decor is a care home with brass horse shoes! Paint is falling off the walls but nobody seems to notice !

Pretty much perfect. If I tried really hard to fault it, I couldn't. Beautiful building, fabulous good value food and lovely service. We met the owner (Carole) despite a previous review, she's far from a Dragon. Our waitress Hayley was also lovely. We went on an evening in late October so couldn't really appreciate the terrace, but in the summer with views of South Downs and coastal plain it must be lovely. Highly recommended.

Lovely atmosphere and beautiful old pub, good food and friendly staff. Perfect to settle in to a Saturday evening