It includes everything from historic 12th century inns and pubs in the heart of the countryside to tiny micro-pubs in bustling town centres. Here you will also find a brewery tap-room and even an award winning micro-pub in a 300 year-old building that was once a public toilet.
The full list of East Sussex pubs included in CAMRA's Good Beer Guide 2023, produced by the Campaign for Real Ale, is available to purchase at shop.camra.org.uk/product/the-good-beer-guide-2023 as well as Waterstones and other book shops.
9. The Gardeners Arms, Lewes.
Gardeners Arms, Cliffe High Street, Lewes. A traditional, genuine free house near Harvey’s Brewery in Cliffe High Street. It is a one-roomed pub with a wooden floor and central bar. Five changing guest ales are dispensed, generally sourced from small breweries across the country. Harveys Best always available. Photo: supplied
10. The Lamb, Eastbourne.
The Lamb, High Street, Old Town, Eastbourne. An historic Harvey’s inn, dating from 1180, in the heart of Eastbourne’s old town, next to the parish church of St Mary’s. Period features include beamed ceilings and a covered well. Vegan and vegetarian food options. Tours of the crypt and beer cellar available on request. Photo: supplied
11. The Waterworks, Rye.
The Waterworks, Cinque Ports Street, Rye. In its 300 year history the building has been the town's pumphouse, a soup kitchen and public toilets. It became a micro pub in 2018. It is packed with character and offers seven changing beers and 16 ciders. It offers its own beer called U-Rye-nal. Photo: supplied
12. The Salehurst Halt near Robertsbridge.
Salehurst Halt, Church Lane, Salehurst. Loved by the community, this cosy family-run free house nestles in a peaceful Rother Valley hamlet, near Robertsbridge. It serves local ales and the menu includes fish from Hastings, meat, game and local vegetables. Photo: supplied