Originally, the site of 'an old house' belonging to John Monk, who died in 1756. In 1851, the property was owned by Thomas Gibbard, who took in a lodger by the name of Thomas Luff.

By 1853, Mr Luff owned the property, becoming a brewer and the property a beer house. He remained in the property until 1876. It was during this period that it became the Brewers Arm's and was restyled in the classic Victorian pub mould.

Renamed the Cricketers in 1878.

Perhaps one of Worthing's most memorable characters was Wilfred Page of The Cricketers, who was often referred to as one of the finest landlords Worthing ever had.

A man who took pride in not just his pub but also in Broadwater. He is still celebrated to this day with the 50th Wilf page supper at the John Selden in 2009, an event attended by many of our local landlords.

The Cricketers had been in the Page family for around 100 years.

This pub is deceptively sized. From the outside, it appears quite average, but once inside, you discover just how far back it really goes.

As with many pubs, an open theme was used in its design some time ago, steering away from the traditional, public bar, Saloon, and lounge; however, you can still find a quiet corner for a chat with friends.

The rear garden also belies appearances, stretching a fare distance, and is well furnished. The garden is used for BBQs and Real Ale Festivals.

Refitted in 2025

1853 - Thomas Luff
1878 - Alfred Rewell
1879 - John Dudney & Benjamin Read (Landlord)
1885 - Robert Mews
1890 - 1923 - Mrs Margaret J Medlock
1923 - Harry Challener Page
1946 - 1989 - Wilfred Page (son of above)
1989 - 1995 - Bernard & Sylvia Booker
1995 - 2004 - Jim Sinsbury
2004 - Alan Walker