Great band tonight good atmosphere, always nice when historical pubs retain or even expose original features.
Dave Mitchell
Nice family pub. Great service. Ale choices were a bit limited. Proper job would be preferred to Timothy Taylor
James Webb
Such a shame, this pub has gone massively downhill recently since previous visits. New ownership going the wrong way? Previously we've been able to choose from a large range of local traditional ciders, this time absolutely nothing available - a recent visit in between Xmas and NY. Were told bluntly food was not available. Better options in the area (the fantastic black Swan up the road, for one). Really hope this place turns around soon, the pub itself is a great building, nice little garden, good crowds.
Russ Lawson
Good pub. Friendly staff and a top pint well served. Would recommend.
Gillian Billings
We love this pub Friday night steak deal and we had beef madras curry Saturday it was amazing definitely not a microwave curry it was better than my own and Lily is amazing very friendly staff so the best pub in
David Johnson
Very good roast dinner, friendly staff, good welcoming locals. All in all, a great pub.
Jill Jones
Good old fashioned pub. Only popped in for a drink, enjoyed the atmosphere.
susancT3090ZR
Cannot fault the food and service from my waiter , it was a barmaid who angered me sadly . I walked up to the bar to pay for my meal , as I did so a young couple walked up beside me , this barmaid completely ignored me. And started chatting to the couple beside me ! Only when I said excuse me did she look my way, apparently she thought we were all together , but obviously we were not as I was already at the bar when the joined me . She then proceeded to snatch my money to pay for my lovely meal , and practically threw my change back at me ! This is the same barmaid who was constantly shouting across to her obviously friends who were at pool table , she was very loud actually disturbed myself and another couple who were sat eating their meal , we both agreed that she was really unprofessional . The barmaid concerned weren't hard to miss as her hair was dyed pink in places . Sadly I wrestled with my conscious , and went back in the following day and cancelled a booking I had made for Sunday dinner . When I was talking to someone in my hotel they knew who I was talking about before I even described her , as they had been in at lunchtime and she was also very rude and off putting .
Louise P
We Stayed Bed and Breakfast, but also ate in the pub one night. The room was , well heated and we loved the wet room as it can be hard getting in and out of a bath as you get older. The beds were very comfortable and clean. It was very quiet even though it is on a main road. Not far from the Beach or any of the sights inc shops and the steam train. The food was very good, with a good selection and they could make a scrambled egg which seems a rarity. I recommend it and will be coming back.
Paul Morrow
We often visit Swanage and have been to this pub many times for drinks but this was our first time for food. The staff were very friendly and efficient but the food was something of a let down. Don't get me wrong, it was okay, but just okay. We wouldn't think of going back again to eat there but we would go back for drinks.
Wife ordered a steak an ale pie, I ordered a thai curry. After 10 minutes we were told there are no steak pies. We can have chicken pie. So she ordered sausage and mash. Mash was lumpy and gravy was watery. My curry was very watery and the chicken tasted like boiled chicken. I asked for a drink and was told........ in a minute.
Jackie Cox
Lovely pub, went for Swanage folk festival and was welcomed by the staff. Friendly, efficient and hard working. All friendly and helpful even with
G.
After reading the reviews I will not be visiting this drinking establishment, businesses like this need to learn how to look after their customers. Plenty more public houses in Swange I can spend my money ?
jenice welch
Great little pub, free Wi-Fi and parking, the food was lovely and service was great. Friendly staff and great musicFood & drinks: Delicious
Simon Ballard
Here for a blues festival, and they were very accommodating, despite not having a reservation. Lovely bar.
Great band tonight good atmosphere, always nice when historical pubs retain or even expose original features.
Nice family pub. Great service. Ale choices were a bit limited. Proper job would be preferred to Timothy Taylor
Such a shame, this pub has gone massively downhill recently since previous visits. New ownership going the wrong way? Previously we've been able to choose from a large range of local traditional ciders, this time absolutely nothing available - a recent visit in between Xmas and NY. Were told bluntly food was not available. Better options in the area (the fantastic black Swan up the road, for one). Really hope this place turns around soon, the pub itself is a great building, nice little garden, good crowds.
Good pub. Friendly staff and a top pint well served. Would recommend.
We love this pub Friday night steak deal and we had beef madras curry Saturday it was amazing definitely not a microwave curry it was better than my own and Lily is amazing very friendly staff so the best pub in
Very good roast dinner, friendly staff, good welcoming locals. All in all, a great pub.
Good old fashioned pub. Only popped in for a drink, enjoyed the atmosphere.
Cannot fault the food and service from my waiter , it was a barmaid who angered me sadly . I walked up to the bar to pay for my meal , as I did so a young couple walked up beside me , this barmaid completely ignored me. And started chatting to the couple beside me ! Only when I said excuse me did she look my way, apparently she thought we were all together , but obviously we were not as I was already at the bar when the joined me . She then proceeded to snatch my money to pay for my lovely meal , and practically threw my change back at me ! This is the same barmaid who was constantly shouting across to her obviously friends who were at pool table , she was very loud actually disturbed myself and another couple who were sat eating their meal , we both agreed that she was really unprofessional . The barmaid concerned weren't hard to miss as her hair was dyed pink in places . Sadly I wrestled with my conscious , and went back in the following day and cancelled a booking I had made for Sunday dinner . When I was talking to someone in my hotel they knew who I was talking about before I even described her , as they had been in at lunchtime and she was also very rude and off putting .
We Stayed Bed and Breakfast, but also ate in the pub one night. The room was , well heated and we loved the wet room as it can be hard getting in and out of a bath as you get older. The beds were very comfortable and clean. It was very quiet even though it is on a main road. Not far from the Beach or any of the sights inc shops and the steam train. The food was very good, with a good selection and they could make a scrambled egg which seems a rarity. I recommend it and will be coming back.
We often visit Swanage and have been to this pub many times for drinks but this was our first time for food. The staff were very friendly and efficient but the food was something of a let down. Don't get me wrong, it was okay, but just okay. We wouldn't think of going back again to eat there but we would go back for drinks.
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Wife ordered a steak an ale pie, I ordered a thai curry. After 10 minutes we were told there are no steak pies. We can have chicken pie. So she ordered sausage and mash. Mash was lumpy and gravy was watery. My curry was very watery and the chicken tasted like boiled chicken. I asked for a drink and was told........ in a minute.
Lovely pub, went for Swanage folk festival and was welcomed by the staff. Friendly, efficient and hard working. All friendly and helpful even with
After reading the reviews I will not be visiting this drinking establishment, businesses like this need to learn how to look after their customers. Plenty more public houses in Swange I can spend my money ?
Great little pub, free Wi-Fi and parking, the food was lovely and service was great. Friendly staff and great musicFood & drinks: Delicious
Here for a blues festival, and they were very accommodating, despite not having a reservation. Lovely bar.