Originally a row of 16th-century cottages, the Royal Oak now attracts droves of punters, thanks to its dreamy setting smack on the waterfront footpath overlooking Chichester Harbour. It’s a cracking spot whatever the weather, whether you’re watching the boats & supping a pint of local ale on one of the benches out front, or sitting snug & cosy by a roaring fire in the bar, surrounded by dark beams, timbers & flagstones. The kitchen feeds the passing gallery with pub-grub staples along the lines of battered cod & chips, beef & Ruddles Ale pie, rump steak with all the trimmings, & sticky dark chocolate & walnut brownie to finish. In short, this is a proper pub with real character & a cast of loyal locals.