The Jolly Drover

The Jolly Drover is a gorgeous country pub and guesthouse situated in ideal proximity to the south downs national park, situated right on The Sussex and Hampshire border. Our family-friendly restaurant is the perfect place to bring the family, and our traditional menu of homemade pub grub caters for everyone. As the only accommodation on King Alfred's Way, the Jolly Drover is the perfect place for walkers and cyclists, as well as people just looking for a drink or some traditional British pub grub.

Our Services

At The Jolly Drover, we offer a range of services to ensure that your visit is as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. Our restaurant serves delicious traditional pub food, made using local ingredients and cooked to perfection. We cater for families, and our kids' menu is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Our bar is fully stocked with a range of drinks, including local ales and ciders, and we have a beer garden where you can enjoy the sunshine and live music every Friday.

If you're looking for a comfortable place to stay, our guesthouse has a range of rooms available, including double and twin en-suite rooms. Each room comes with rainfall showers, flat-screen televisions, hot drink making facilities, and breakfast is included in the price. We look forward to welcoming you soon, and be sure to book a table in our restaurant during your stay.

Our Facilities

Our restaurant is open seven days a week, with varying opening times to suit your needs. We have a Summer Sample Menu available, which features a range of delicious dishes made using local and seasonal ingredients. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please don't hesitate to talk to your server and we'll be happy to accommodate. Our daily specials and desserts are subject to change due to the availability of seasonal produce.

Our bar is fully stocked and open daily from 11am to 10pm, with extended hours on Friday and Saturday. We have a beer garden where you can relax and enjoy live music every Friday, and our accommodation is available for booking year-round.

Our Team

At The Jolly Drover, we're a friendly and welcoming team who are passionate about providing exceptional service and ensuring that your visit is as enjoyable as possible. Whether you're here for a meal, a drink, or a stay in our guesthouse, we'll make sure that you feel at home and leave feeling satisfied and relaxed.