Pubs in Fence

“Well worth a visit, I have had different meals on each visit. Very helpful and pleasant staff.”

“We had to stop near Barley Mow last night because of a boating issue which meant we were a convenient and small stumble away from the pub. We were lucky enough to be able to use their laundry service for “boaters” earlier in the day and we decided to go back for dinner. We were greeted by the very busy Richard who recommended the special of the day-Steak and Ale Pie. He reassured us that it was “proper” homemade food at the pub. We were not disappointed! Three of us had the pie, one rump steak, Shepherd’s Pie and the Southern Fried Chicken. Everyone enjoyed their meals which were generous in size and at very reasonable prices.

I have to say that the Steak and Ale Pie far exceeded my expectations! The meat was lovely and tender with the sauce having a rich, slow cooked flavour of ale throughout-as one of friends said, “it’s bloody delicious!” All served with an equally delicious gravy! It was “Proper” indeed!

We enquired about dessert but Richard said we may have missed out as the chef, his daughter Richelle(hope I spelled that correctly), had finished for the evening-we asked what they usually served for dessert and lamented missing out on Apple Crumble and Sticky Toffee Pudding. Sensing our disappointment, Richard had a quick word with Richelle and came back with the good news that she would rustle up dessert for us-we were overjoyed! And again, we were not disappointed-all the desserts were homemade with old school custard and/or ice cream!

We came upon the Barley Mow as a happy accident and I can highly recommend anyone going there for good old fashioned, homemade food and genuine, kind service. Thank you Richard and Richelle! We wouldn’t hesitate to come back again!x”

“Popped in recently as I was up visiting some family. The staff were lovely, drinks were delish and the food was amazing. There was a particularly lovely staff member — a girl with purple hair (I never caught her name) that made me and my family feel very at home, so I give big thanks to her!”