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The Ship Inn (Ei Group (formerly Enterprise Inns))
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Long Man - Long Blonde |  | 1 |
| Rother Valley - Wealden Bitter | | 1 |
| Harviestoun - Bitter & Twisted | | 1 |
| Long Man - Rising Giant |  | 1 |
| Long Man - Best Bitter | | 1 |
| Pig & Porter - Red Spider Rye | | 1 |
| Pin-Up - Ship Inn Smugglers | | 2 |
| Rother Valley - Boadicea Ale | | 1 |
| Hoegaarden - Hoegaarden | Not Tried | 0 |
| ABInBev - Leffe Blond | Not Tried | 0 |
| Rother Valley - Summertime Blues | Not Tried | 0 |
| Hopdaemon - Skrimshander IPA | Not Tried | 0 |
| Old Dairy (being contract brewed after it closed) - Blue Top | Not Tried | 0 |
| Range Ales - Double Tap | Not Tried | 0 |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | Not Tried | 0 |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | Not Tried | 0 |
Jason Jones
Visits Details
13 Jul 2026 (Magnus Greel)
Quiet inside with a couple of free tables outside so headed there. Just missed the lunchtime rush as many of the vacated tables had yet to be cleared.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Man - Long Blonde | 3.80 | | A light coloured golden pale ale with a distinctive hoppy aroma and a crisp, clean bitterness on the finish. |
| Long Man - Rising Giant | 4.80 | | Citrus fruit aroma and a robust bitterness underpinned by a balanced malt backbone. |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried |
28 Mar 2023 (Magnus Greel)
Early afternoon and quiet however the dynamics changed during our stay and became very busy indeed! Friendly welcome the barmaid was curious of our 'tour' today.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harviestoun - Bitter & Twisted | 3.80 | | Nigh on exceptional - had to have another just to be sure! |
| Long Man - Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried |
27 Mar 2019 (Jack William)
The third Rye pub on my wish list (The Waterworks) didn’t open until 2 pm, after my departure time) so I tried this.
Lunchtime, a few diners in but no obvious locals. More of a restaurant feel.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pin-Up - Ship Inn Smugglers | 4.20 | | |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried |
28 Feb 2019 (Magnus Greel)
Late afternoon fairly busy around the bar area. I opted for the House Beer badged as The Ship Inn Smugglers (brewed by Pin-Up, info courtesy of Phil.P).
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pin-Up - Ship Inn Smugglers | 4.20 | | Traditional English style bitter. |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Range Ales - Double Tap | 4.10 | Not Tried |
09 Mar 2016 (ChrisE)
I almost gave up trying to get served as the staff were busy in the back office looking at the computer screen. I understand that it was to do with staff rotas, however when I did get served I found the staff to be helpful and enthusiastic.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pig & Porter - Red Spider Rye | 4.80 | | |
| Old Dairy (being contract brewed after it closed) - Blue Top | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Long Man - Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried |
15 Aug 2014 (Andrew)
We came here for something to eat. Busy and efficient.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Man - Best Bitter | 4.00 | | Ice cold to start with but after it warmed up the fruit came through and it was nice |
| Rother Valley - Summertime Blues | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Hopdaemon - Skrimshander IPA | 4.50 | Not Tried |
18 May 2010 (ChrisE)
This pub seems to be specialising in local beers and ciders. This is in a tourist location and there were many people eating.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rother Valley - Wealden Bitter | 3.70 | | A good well balanced session beer. |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried |
08 Mar 2009 (Paul)
Roomy old pub with a relaxed atmosphere. Open log fire. Comfy corner with leather chairs. More a restuarant than a just a pub. Food more on the classy side.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rother Valley - Boadicea Ale | 4.50 | | Amber colour. No smell. Tangy but not strong. Well kept, pleasant beer. |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Hoegaarden - Hoegaarden | 5.00 | Not Tried | Witbier (= White beer) Wheat beer served in a 'flowerpot' glass. Great thirst quencher in the summer. |
| ABInBev - Leffe Blond | 6.60 | Not Tried |
02 Jan 2007 (Andrew)
Just opening as I arrived. Quite a few people were in too. Bit dark but a nice cosy pub.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried |
About The Ship Inn
Summary of Beer Scores
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| 3 |
| 6 |
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The pub is found in Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7DB.
On Strand Quay, found near the base of the hill near the inlet to the west of the town. The décor is inspired by the 1951 Festival of Britain and features 'retro' colour schemes.
We have visited this pub 9 times, seen 16 different beers and tried 8 of them.
Postcode: TN31 7DB