Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623

About us

The transition from a Dark Star pub to being independently owned marks another stage in the life of The Duke of Wellington… From its origins as a Victorian boozer (and some say, brothel) hosting Shoreham harbour and boatyard workers; it reinvented itself in 1928 with a (John Leopold Denham) façade, incorporating Arts and Crafts design and more genteel interior. Like many other pubs, the early 80’s saw its interior ripped out with the loss of many features from the period. However, the stained glass windows (right) remain along with original plaster work. The open space was after all put to good use accommodating live music, and from 2006, this was combined with a plentiful supply of beautiful ales under Dark Star ownership.

The next stage, under former Dark Star director Rob Jones, takes the pub towards accommodating its own brewhouse. Keeping you updated with progress as extension works at the back of the building take shape, and when Rob is ready to brew his first beers, this website will be a work in progress. More content is to follow by way of blogs, photos and miscellaneous trivia… Meanwhile, check the site for beer menus; tasting notes; full music and events listings, and more….

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Real aleLive musicQuiz nights
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Reviews

4.7/5

SabsAnna15 Gmail

3 months ago

It was just a short stop on a Sunday afternoon, but it was very nice. Liked the outdoor space with the log fire. There's a heater also in the other sheltered outdoor area, also protected from wind and rain. Nice brews. Dog friendly (it was like Battersea in there! 😀). Lively and welcoming. 👌

Thomas Hackett

4 months ago

Best pub in Shoreham-by-sea. A fantastic selection of beer at very reasonable prices. At my last visit it had around 8 cask beers (pales, stouts, IPAS, a slightly odd one and a delicious pale that is brewed exclusively for the pub). They also have keg beers. A highlight is the wheat beer. They serve everything in appropriate glassware. The vibe of the place is relaxed and friendly, it's a "proper" pub with a mix of ages and drunk levels! It's USP is the live music which is most nights, the beer garden is also lovely.

Carli Susu

5 months ago

Awesome, friendly, inclusive, welcoming pub in Shoreham with a huge and fabulous beer garden. Their live music nights are superb!

Sean W

7 months ago

Just a great pub. What more can you say? Well if pushed, the chap behind the bar was quite amusing with his little quips he was making. The beer selection is next level too. A vast selection of cask and all the keg is a diverse and interesting selection, some of which rotate. Anything from St Bernadus to Saxon or even Zyweic from Poland. No household names here which is great. The prices are exceptional versus the quality on offer. I wish this place was nearer home :( There’s a billiards table too and a lovely outside area to boot. Got beaten to the bar by a boxer dog, but it’s all in the name of science! The best pub in Shoreham if not West Sussex in my view.

Neal Emery

7 months ago

Fantastic selection of craft beers, lovely pub with a great garden and covered area.

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Mon12:00 – 23:00
Tue12:00 – 23:00
Wed12:00 – 23:00
Thur12:00 – 23:00
Fri12:00 – 23:00
Sat12:00 – 23:00
Sun12:00 – 01:00
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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623