The Horse and Groom is a boutique experience for the would-be country gentry. Accommodation is set back from a run-through road across a walled courtyard a and at its nearest, behind a shared corridor, so you never feel disturbed by the passing traffic. Private ensuite had own-branded toiletries, shelf space and mirrors aplenty. There was also lots of storage in the room (although no wardrobe which wasn't a problem for me). The addition of a Nespresso machine certainly made me feel indulged as it's quite the pick-up. WiFi connected and operated speedily and easily. As with many picturesque settings, network coverage here is patchy, so check with your provider if that's an issue. Menu set out for a range of tastes; the dishes I had were exquisitely cooked. Confit Pork belly crunch top, tender meat in a porcine jus. Like starter similarly luxurious which made an able lunch, Pork cheek with butternut squash puree, taste is full yet unlike most establishments, also filling. However. Before booking, I phoned to verify and was assured the Horse and Groom catered for a wide range of dietary requirements and any dish could be adapted accordingly. This proved not to be the case however, as having issues with both gluten and dairy, only one main would suit me as is. For example, I asked about the fishcake and was told it was pre-mixed (with diary cheese) and could not be adapted. When I protested, 'that's not what I was told,' my server assured me that indeed was the case. Fortunately for me, I hadn't pre-paid for dinners when booking, so encountering some very nearby places who comfortably accommodated my needs, for evening meals I ate there instead. Caveat emptor I would advise anyone booking; but for this annoyance, I would have given the Horse and Groom 10/10. If you have no or limited dietary issues, the Horse and Groom is the place for you. Overall this was a pleasant and satisfying stay.

On arrival, the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The room was lovely, with an incredibly comfortable bed, a huge and well designed bathroom and a Nespresso machine (with fresh milk provided). Breakfast was two course (continental and cooked) and was delicious. I highly recommend ‘The Horse and Groom’!

Parts of the car park are very tight, making it impossible for us to park a modest sized car in one section but, luckily, there was a space elsewhere. In addition, there was no wardrobe in the room (but two hangers and a row of hooks on the wall were provided). This was fine for one night but my dresses would need hanging if we were staying longer!

Great welcome and fresh milk for a much needed cup of tea after visiting the Mary Rose and associated museums. Good parking, though we did get there early. Clean room, well presented though a bit tight for a big fella. Great shower. Food was lovely. Wine was a little expensive but we were celebrating so good quality for a good price was the order of the day. No worries Restaurant is clean and modern, overlooking a quiet beer garden. Lovely setting. Hand drawn beer at a fair price, too! Four varieties each well kept...yes we tried them all.. Great breakfast served by friendly staff. We chose a country pub hoping for a quiet stay with a really good meal for a special treat. The Horse and Groom delivered in spades! Thanks, guys.

A little more than we would normally pay, BUT well worth it. The bed was a little large for a small room, it didn't leave much room for a big fella to move around...also the bedroom chair was a little small for my big rear!/ Ifcyou visit PLEASE book for dinner. The restaurantis popular with goid reason. . -

The staff at the pub couldn't do enough to look after us. They were very responsive, helpful and hospitable - and considering we were a noisy (at times) group we felt very welcome. The food offering was excellent, very good quality and generous portions. The pub and bedrooms were well presented, comfortable and clean. The garden and surroundings were beautiful, easy parking.

Very minor comments but hopefully easy to put right. Tea offered in bedrooms but no milk so i made a cup but didn't drink it when i realised (perhaps a shared fridge in the hallway might be the answer). The rooms could smell a little fresher, some way of improving ventilation and/or putting a diffuser in each room would have been nice and improved the experience.

Exceptional pub, restaurant and hotel. Very welcoming staff, beautiful surroundings and comfortable hotel facilities. Spotless clean and very welcoming. Free parking on site. Powerful shower and modern clean showroom with toilet. Luxurious towels, shower gel and shampoo. Large comfortable bed and excellent pillows. Exceptional breakfast, cooked to order and exceptional dinner cooked for a party of 13, including a young child with allergies. All staff exceptional and very attentive. Nice garden area to sit in as well. Safe and enclosed for children.

There wasn’t a fridge in the room but staff compensated by giving us milking in a thermos container to keep it clean.

When we decided to visit the Repair Shop at the Weald and Downland living museum, we initially searched for a local hotel. Generally, parking was an issue with Chichester locations, so we eventually found the Horse and Groom, which had good reviews and looked great, and was located close to the museum and also provided parking. On arrival, we were so excited with the location and the accommodation, and this excellent Inn kept giving with a wonderful menu and superb service . This made our trip even more special. We will definitely return.

Nothing to dislike

Lovely ambiance and friendly, helpful staff. Very dog friendly and welcoming. Great location for both the coast and Chichester. Very nicely decorated and presented, albeit not the largest rooms. We ate in the restaurant both nights and the food was really very good. Short but interesting menu. My highlights were the beautifully seasoned delicious crayfish and avocado starter on the first night, sadly let down by the venison tagliatelle that followed as the venison was incredibly tough to the point that I couldn't eat it, and a delicious onion tarte tatin on the second night. Breakfast was very good, nice range of hot and cold options and very nicely presented. Decent coffee in the rooms and they give you a little flask of fresh milk, topped up on request. The food was reasonably pricey, however the rooms including breakfast were great value. It was perfect for a couple of days get away and we would definitely stay here again.

Our room was perfectly adequate in size but not a lot of room for navigating past our rather large dog. The shower had a screen that didn't seal properly so on the first morning we flooded the floor as didn't realise that you needed the shower curtain inside the shower screen. That meant there was very limited room in the shower without sticking to the curtain. On the plus side it had a fabulous rainforest shower with plentiful hot water.

An absolute gem of a find. We booked onto a Gin School event at Ashling Park and wanted to stay within walking distance from here. What a treat to find The Horse and Groom! It’s perfect location (also a very short drive from Goodwood where we regularly go), beautiful rooms and comfy bed, stunning food for dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and even little extras like a coffee machine in the room, fresh milk from the bar and bottled water next to the beds made our first trip away as a married couple absolutely perfect. The staff were also amazing from check in through to check out. We truly couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you!

Everything was perfect!

We had an excellent stay. We were a large group and all the staff members we met made us feel welcome. The accommodation really suited our needs and was beautifully styled. The location is also ideal, a few minutes drive from Ashling Park Vineyard and around 15 minutes into the centre of Chichester. There was a great range of breakfast items and everyone enjoyed what they choose. The team made our stay really smooth and enjoyable, we would happily visit again.

One small improvement would be to add more lighting by the mirror in the bedroom.

We had the most lovely time. The pub is beautiful, with lovely art works tastefully arrange. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, which is enhanced by the lovely staff, who are so friendly, nothing is too much trouble. The food was incredible, from the presentation to the taste. It was all exceptional with an eye for detail, which just made everything special. What was a lovely treat to ourselves was taken to a whole new level, from the incredible pie for supper to the amazing breakfast selection in the morning. I was so pleased to be staying for two nights so we could do the menu justice. The room was lovely, with the little homemade treats on the tea tray a lovely surprise as well as the flask of fresh milk. The bed was large and comfortable. The shower amazing. I could go on and on...... Can not recommend highly enough, will definitely be booking another visit. Thank you to everyone for a lovely weekend.