The Red Lion Pub
The Red Lion pub in Handcross provides food and drink in an olde-worlde atmosphere. It is owned by Punch Taverns, and operated under the Chef and Brewer brand.
The Red Lion was one of the better-known coaching inns on the old London to Brighton road. Its most famous customer was Horatio Nelson, whose family lived nearby, in Slaugham.
The current building dates from 1540, although there are many modern additions.
Opening Hours
The Red Lion is open every day from 12.00 to 23.00.
Meals are served:
- Monday to Saturday: 12.00 to 22.00
- Sunday: 12.00 to 21.30
Features
The Red Lion in Handcross offers:
- The usual range of drinks, including Harvey’s and two guest real ales.
- Food, from sandwiches and snacks to a wide range of starters, main courses and puddings. A Sunday roast is available at about £7 per person.
- Car parking: a decent-sized car park, with spaces for disabled drivers. Coaches are welcome by appointment.
- A patio area with heated canopies.
- Disabled access: the building is accessible by wheelchairs, and contains a suitable toilet.
- Children are tolerated when dining.
Location
The Red Lion is on Handcross High Street:
Contact Details
- website
- www.punchtaverns.com
- red.lion.1387@thespiritgroup.com
- phone
- 01444 400292
- address
- High Street, Handcross, Sussex, RH17 6BP