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The Fountain at Ashurst, Steyning, West Sussex

The Fountain at Ashurst

4.5
4.5
580 Reviews
£25 and under
British
The Village Ashurst, Steyning, West Sussex BN44 3AP

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Neighborhood gem

FOOD, DRINK, EVENTS
The Fountain Ashurst is a 16th Century Pub located in the beautiful village of Ashurst, West Sussex.

It is quintessentially English with flagstone flooring, low beams and plenty of cosy corners and comfortable seating.

Extremely popular all year round, you can enjoy our stunning landscaped gardens and pond area outside during the Summer months including the infamous 'beach area'. During the colder months we boast two large fireplaces in both areas of our bar for you to cosy up in and enjoy a warming beverage.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Smith
  • Catering
    Buffets, BBQ's, Seafood Bar, Roasts, Pub dining
  • Private party facilities
    Skittle Alley -20 to 80 guestsSeagrass - Outside Bar 20 guests (Heated)
  • Neighborhood
    Steyning
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus -Partridge Green 1.5miles & Steyning 2milesTrains - Horsham 10 miles, Shoreham 10 miles
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

What 580 people are saying

The Fountain at Ashurst reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West Sussex

    Best Overall

  • West Sussex

    Best Ambiance

  • West Sussex

    Good for business meals

  • West Sussex

    Kid-friendly

  • West Sussex

    Good for groups

  • West Sussex

    Healthy

  • West Sussex

    Neighborhood gem

  • West Sussex

    Great for outdoor dining

  • West Sussex

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Fountain at Ashurst is a charming, historic pub offering "superb food" and "excellent service." Diners praise its "best roast in Sussex," with generous portions and "attentive, polite staff." The cozy atmosphere, enhanced by a "cosy fire," makes it perfect for celebrations. The varied menu caters to all tastes, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

580 Reviews
  1. Phil

    Buckinghamshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very pleasant family lunch on Easter Sunday. It was very busy but the roasts (pork, beef and lamb) were all excellent and the service was very friendly and attentive.

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  2. Sam

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous experience - great Sunday roast and attentive service. Thank you :)

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  3. Kim

    West Sussex2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The mushroom risotto was delicious and the battered cod was huge! The service was attentive. Felt a bit rushed when we first arrived as we'd barely sat down before being asked what we wanted to drink. Overall a good choice of dishes, and nice atmosphere.

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  4. Steven

    London15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Sunday lunch at the fountain again. Huge portions lots of veg and meat. Massive Yorkshires. The only thing that could have made it better would be more gravy. But then we didn't ask ... Top Sunday lunch destination

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  5. Steve

    West Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of 8 people including one wheelchair based was well attended to by the staff, who had a good knowledge of the menu options for that day and were very helpful in helping us to make our choices. The service was expedient but not rushed, the food was plentyful, delicious and hot. The ambiance was friendly and not to loud, apart from probably our table? A very enjoyable time and we will be returning.

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  6. Brian

    West Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, lovely food. Celebrated my 70th birthday. Staff were very friendly. Many thanks.

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  7. Clare

    West Sussex1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice, friendly staff. Lovely traditional looking pub with picturesque surroundings. However, food was a bit of a let down and overpriced.

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  8. David

    West Sussex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit, but it will definitely not be our last. Our Sunday roasts were truly excellent, the Lamb incredibly tender. The wine recommendation was delightful. All the staff were very attentive. But the most appreciated aspect of our visit was how well my wife’s allergies (of which she has many and carries EpiPens) were not only catered for, but how the staff checked and double checked none of the ingredients would cause any issues.

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  9. Angus

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely old pub. Good selection of beers. Steak brisket burger superb!

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  10. Beverley

    West Sussex6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. Great food, friendly service, lovely surroundings.

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The Fountain at Ashurst is rated 4.5 stars by 580 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Fountain at Ashurst

The Village Ashurst, Steyning, West Sussex BN44 3AP

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Steyning
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus -Partridge Green 1.5miles & Steyning 2milesTrains - Horsham 10 miles, Shoreham 10 miles
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Smith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine
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