The Potters, Burgess Hill

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Slightly adrift from the town centre, The Potters relies on more of a local trade, of which there were a few, parents and children, with the lunchtime TV footy giving way to 6 Nations rugby. The room smelt notably musty on arrival, though I saw notices advising a refurbishment in 2024. The bar area seemed tidy enough, even if the floorboards were a little scuffed with use. The bar itself supported the usual fonts, albeit enlivened by taps for Neck Oil and Brixton Pale. 3 of the 4 handpumps were in action, devoted to the counties of Sussex and Cornwall, offering Harvey's Best, St Austell Tribute and Sharp's Atlantic. I don’t drink the latter often enough to know if it usually has that unpleasant tang. So, overall then, just your regular neighbourhood pub; not a standout, but certainly not awful either. Up to you whether it's for you or not.

Recently refurbished in a fairly upmarket manner which was an interesting contrast to the staff (who were friendly enough). Two ales on, Doom Bar and Harveys, which was in fairly good shape. Large family-friendly beer garden to the rear with decked area and plenty of grass. Impressive pool room with two tables. Not bad really, worth a look on a sunny day.