The Star Inn ... Rusper
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OS Map : Landranger 187 · Map reference TQ 206 372
Description
For a small village, Rusper has a couple of decent pubs and The Star is one of them. Originally built in 1486, always a pub, it has now expanded into neighbouring cottages. There is a priest hole [a small passage for Catholic priests to hide during the reign of Elizabeth I] in one corner of the pub that leads on to the roof, a large inglenook fireplace .... and a wishing well. Lots of history then...!
Cosy wood-beamed bar areas with old carpenter's planes displayed. Beers served are Greene King Abbot Ale, Fullers London Pride and Shepherd Neame Spitfire. Wide range of food. No garden but there is a paved patio area.
How to get there
By car
Rusper is approximately 5-6 miles north of Horsham. It's not on a main road but you can get there on country lanes from the Capel A24 roundabout.
Cycling
Take Rusper road past Littlehaven station. After the station, straight
ahead at next roundabout to the A264 north bypass. Straight over the bypass
roundabout [can be busy]. Follow this road up a steep hill [it's all downhill on the way back] for 2.8 miles [4.5 km] to
Rusper itself. The Star pub is at the T-junction on the right.
Suggested cycling routes from here
Explore the small, quiet country lanes between Horsham and Dorking. Try the Six Bells at Newdigate on the way to Brockham, which has a typical village green atmosphere. Not many hills .... ideal for that Sunday afternoon cycle ride..
Other pubs near here
Try the Plough - also in Rusper. The Royal Oak is only a few miles away.
Your reviews
Victoria Evans says:
| 13-April-08
A fantastic village pub. My husband and I have been for lunch as well as dinner and have taken our daughter as well. You are welcomed with a warm and friendly atmosphere and they catered for us as a family very well. I would recommend this pub to anyone wanting a gathering with family or friends accompanied by great food, drink and service.
A-M Beale says: | 19-February-08
Visited for Sunday roast, dinner was great, staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The pub itself is charming, warm and welcoming. Great value for money, would definitely recommend to anyone. The only drawback is we don't live in the village!
John Bass says: | 20-January-08
The previous reviewer must have been to a different pub! This village pub has retained its character and serves up the best gastro food in the area. Costa and his staff are superb.
Jenny Beckham says: 
| 20-July-07
A ruination of what was once a typical village pub. The food was at best ordinary and the beer poor. An experience not to be repeated.
Older reviews
Vanessa Jamieson says: | 11-February-07
As a local, I attend this pub frequently...the service is always excellent as is the food. I would highly recommend it to any 'outsiders'!
Graham M says: | 18-October-06
Superb pub with fantastic food and even better service. The owner and staff are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended.
Aimee says: | 3-September-06
I had dinner at the pub the other week and I have to say the food is absolutely amazing and the service is superb. The atmosphere is welcoming and I would definitely recommend the Star Inn to anybody.
Barry G says: | 31-July-06
Had a meal here last Monday. Good food, friendly service and good beer.
Karina says: | 11-June-06
The service was excellent and the quality of food was magnificent.
S Batchelor says: | 19-May-06
Very welcoming, good service and wonderful food - can't fault it!
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