I tried to book for a meal but was dismissed at once, telling me "politely" that they do not do food in the evening. I was about to ask if they only do lunchtimes but the man put the phone down on me, without any further explanation. I would not call this attitude very customer friendly. In any other country, they would be out of business. I read that they only welcome locals and I have just experienced that. A real shame that they don't open up to customers but I guess that reflects the whole mentality of the owners or managers.PS:I had to put one star but obviously would have been none if allowed!
Andy Gelder
Cash only. If you are not local you’d likely to be turned away to be told they only accept cash.Somewhere here must say this pub only takes cash so people are aware and bring cash with them. It’s frustrating to finally get to here but turned away because they don’t take cards!
Shy Lelis
The good reviews led us to this pub after a very long muddy walk at Pamber Forest with my dog and a friend. Unfortunately we did not feel welcome, it didn’t feel warm. It felt snubby like “local pub for local people”.It was quiet when we came around ~13:50 on a saturday afternoon. I asked if they are serving lunch, i was told they stopped serving food at 2.. (checked my watch and it was only less than 10min to two). We were also told they only accept cash. It would help if they put somehere in the details to say only accepts cash. I would have gone with cash in hand!Overall, just very disappointed…the lady behind the bar came across like she did not want to serve us. We were desparate for drinks or just water as we were walking for ~10kms and got lost in the way just to get to this pub. Shame.
Robert Humphrey
Worth a visit. Traditional pub serving a wide selection of draught beers on pump and from barrel. Lunch consists of fresh baguettes stuffed to overflowing with a choice of a dozen or so fillings.
Marjorie Allen
Very tasty baguettes , friendly service, lovely old
Nick Monaghan
English country pub with an unspoilt interior serving cask ale. Really good experience. A range of baguettes are served that are excellent value, but only at lunch time.
Nikki Lansley
Lovely pub, we have been visiting for years. Terry is so welcoming, a great selection of ales (and gins!) each time we've visited. The baguettes are always filled to the brim. Can't speak highly enough of this
johnhI2157OM
I cant go often enough to this pub. The beer is excellent, as are the baguettes (I recommend the coronation chicken). None of the atmosphere-ruining appendages to be found in too many pubs today. It’s just so pleasant to be sat there. It is friendly and relaxed. People even talk to you, imagine that!
geraldine veal
Loved this pub, they are very welcoming and my baguette was fab.
Peter de Courcy
One of the best pubs in my neck of the woods - just a little too far away to be a regular unfortunately. Completely unspoiled country hostelry always offering a warm welcome, excellent ales and food in the cosiest of "olde worlde" interiors. I'll be back. Also a favourite venue for the Kennet Morris Men, and Terry, mine host, seems to like us too!
I tried to book for a meal but was dismissed at once, telling me "politely" that they do not do food in the evening. I was about to ask if they only do lunchtimes but the man put the phone down on me, without any further explanation. I would not call this attitude very customer friendly. In any other country, they would be out of business. I read that they only welcome locals and I have just experienced that. A real shame that they don't open up to customers but I guess that reflects the whole mentality of the owners or managers.PS:I had to put one star but obviously would have been none if allowed!
Cash only. If you are not local you’d likely to be turned away to be told they only accept cash.Somewhere here must say this pub only takes cash so people are aware and bring cash with them. It’s frustrating to finally get to here but turned away because they don’t take cards!
The good reviews led us to this pub after a very long muddy walk at Pamber Forest with my dog and a friend. Unfortunately we did not feel welcome, it didn’t feel warm. It felt snubby like “local pub for local people”.It was quiet when we came around ~13:50 on a saturday afternoon. I asked if they are serving lunch, i was told they stopped serving food at 2.. (checked my watch and it was only less than 10min to two). We were also told they only accept cash. It would help if they put somehere in the details to say only accepts cash. I would have gone with cash in hand!Overall, just very disappointed…the lady behind the bar came across like she did not want to serve us. We were desparate for drinks or just water as we were walking for ~10kms and got lost in the way just to get to this pub. Shame.
Worth a visit. Traditional pub serving a wide selection of draught beers on pump and from barrel. Lunch consists of fresh baguettes stuffed to overflowing with a choice of a dozen or so fillings.
Very tasty baguettes , friendly service, lovely old
English country pub with an unspoilt interior serving cask ale. Really good experience. A range of baguettes are served that are excellent value, but only at lunch time.
Lovely pub, we have been visiting for years. Terry is so welcoming, a great selection of ales (and gins!) each time we've visited. The baguettes are always filled to the brim. Can't speak highly enough of this
I cant go often enough to this pub. The beer is excellent, as are the baguettes (I recommend the coronation chicken). None of the atmosphere-ruining appendages to be found in too many pubs today. It’s just so pleasant to be sat there. It is friendly and relaxed. People even talk to you, imagine that!
Loved this pub, they are very welcoming and my baguette was fab.
One of the best pubs in my neck of the woods - just a little too far away to be a regular unfortunately. Completely unspoiled country hostelry always offering a warm welcome, excellent ales and food in the cosiest of "olde worlde" interiors. I'll be back. Also a favourite venue for the Kennet Morris Men, and Terry, mine host, seems to like us too!
Restaurantji Recommends
Nice pub very friendly good service owners very friendly will go there again
Lovely staff, lovely selection of beers, lovely baguettes, lovely pub!
Proper pub, with cosy unspoiled interior. Ales and cider on gravity, limited but tasty food options limited to baguettes.
Lovely pub, great location nice and simple lunch menu!
Lovely staff, lovely selection of beers, lovely baguettes, lovely pub!