The Bull
High Street, Ditchling, six miles from Lewes · Inn
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A village pub with rooms in Ditchling, on the edge of the South Downs about six miles from Lewes, run by Young's.
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About The Bull
The Bull is a traditional village pub with rooms on the High Street in Ditchling, a picture-postcard South Downs village around six miles west of Lewes and part of the Young's pub group. The building has the low ceilings, open fires and flagstone floors expected of a historic Sussex inn, with a small number of individually furnished bedrooms above the bar.
Ditchling itself is one of the prettiest villages on this stretch of the Downs, with its own small museum of art and craft and direct access to Ditchling Beacon, one of the highest points on the South Downs Way, making the pub a popular base for walkers as much as for visitors to Lewes.
Guests use it as a quieter, more rural alternative to staying in Lewes itself, with the town, Brighton and the coast all within easy reach by car or on the regular bus service that runs through the village.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
Had a good roast dinner here. I went for the beef, others in the party had pork, which was tasty. Not the best roast ever - the roasties weren't crispy - but nice Yorkshire pudding and gravy.
5 months ago · via Google
Delightful pub in a picturesque village. Very pleasant warm atmosphere with friendly staff. Excellent wines and delicious food however we went for Sunday roast and the beef was pretty tough and not great flavour. There were two of us but it looked like a good place for larger groups.
7 months ago · via Google
A very solid visit. It's a lovely setting, clean pub and restaurant, well maintained. Nice friendly staff and atmosphere, the only thing I would say if the fish was a little over cooked for a fish and chips, still though, just preference if anything. Other meals were the bull burger and chips. Bacon and liver + we had the bread and olives for nibbles to start with. Came here to a birthday lunch on a Monday and was lovely a chilled too. Will be back! A**** LDT x
6 months ago · via Google
Gorgeous place, immaculate vibes, plenty of parking, nice and warm. I’d say, as a vegetarian, there were only a couple of “main” options, one being a burger and one being a pithivier. Both sound nice however I’d suggest to have maybe another option? The sides are lovely and the drink menu is great I’ve already booked another table for next week! Beautiful place
5 months ago · via Google
Diners like this pub's delicious and high-quality food, with many highlighting the excellent Sunday roast, French onion soup, and fish and chips. They also mention the cozy atmosphere, often enhanced by a roaring fire, and the friendly, attentive staff who provide great service.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 2 High Street, Ditchling, Hassocks, BN6 8TA Get directions
- Property type
- Inn
- Location
- High Street, Ditchling, six miles from Lewes
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.5 / 10 (410 reviews)
- Prices from
- £115 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Lewes