The Halfway Bridge
Pub with rooms in Lodsworth, West Sussex
Curator's notes:
- Rambling rooms with rustic logs fires
- Fabulous menu prizing local ingredients
- Peaceful rooms in Cowdray Barns
Rooms from
Doubles: £140
Good to know
- All major credit cards accepted
-
Parking available
- Private and alfresco dining
Family
favourite
Little ones are welcome in the pub and rooms, which offers a kid's
menu and smaller portions.
Outdoor
adventures
Just south of The Halfway Bridge, the South Downs Way is a stunning
trail boasting some of Britain's loveliest countryside. Whether
travelling by horse, foot or cycle - nature lovers will also enjoy
the diverse bird and wildlife along the way.
A touch of
culture
Art lovers can enjoy a stunning selection of British masterpieces
at nearby Petworth House and Gardens, home of the National Trust's
largest art collection.
Rooms
The six bedrooms and one suite are located in the Cowdray Barn, the inn's former stable block revamped with bags of style. Situated just the pub, the single-storey flint and brick building boasts light-filled rooms with contemporary décor and original features including vaulted ceilings and exposed brick.
Despite its rustic charm, the overall vibe is chic and modern. Each bedroom has its own separate entrance while some of the rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, offering guests fabulous views over the open countryside. There's a footpath at the back of the building which leads straight onto the hills behind - or you'd rather taking it slow, indulge in a bubble bath in one of the deep tubs that look out onto rolling scenery.
Restaurant & bar
Boasting a menu that as passionate about seasonality as it is provenance, the Halfway Bridge prizes sustainable, local and foraged fare. From mushrooms to samphire, local game or freshly caught Selsey crab, there's a fantastic range of local produce on offer. Find a cosy corner in the bar, hunker down at a large trestle table in the restaurant and tuck into well-crafted dishes that show respect for British classics.
Food is very much at the heart of this inn with options ranging from updated pub classics, global favourites and more refined options. Potted game terrine might be followed by the twice-cooked belly of pork - or for something lighter, plump for a local favourite of scampi and chips. Come Sunday, indulge in one of their legendary roasts with a pint of locally brewed ale - the nearest brewery is Langham Brewery, a mere 500 metres up the road.
