Piries Bar

Piries Bar sits on the outskirts of Horsham, a proper old Sussex watering hole that's been doing the rounds for longer than most people care to remember. It's the kind of place where locals actually drink - no craft beer nonsense or Instagram-ready cocktails, just honest pub fare and a genuine welcome if you're passing through the area.

The bar itself is traditional in the best way: dark wood, worn carpet that tells stories, and the sort of atmosphere you either find instantly appealing or walk straight back out of. There's nothing fancy about it, which is exactly the point. If you're camping at one of the nearby spots - Raylands, Sands Farm, or Sumners Ponds are all within a few miles - it's worth the short drive or taxi ride for an evening out that feels authentically Sussex rather than another chain pub experience.

It's not a destination attraction in its own right. You won't spend hours here, and families with young children might find it a bit quiet unless you hit it during a lively evening. But if you're based at a holiday park and fancy a proper local's pub where the staff know regulars by name and the drinks are reasonably priced, this delivers exactly what it promises. Go after a day's walking or cycling in the area - there's plenty to explore around Horsham itself - and settle in for a couple of hours of real Sussex village life.