Axe & Cleaver in Herefordshire, County of

Lovely food, lovely people, especially the owner who came and chatted for a while. It's a small pub but it was recommend by the receptionist at the chain hotel we were staying at a couple of miles away.

We have eaten here many times as we live in the local area. The owners are extremely welcoming and friendly, they make you feel like family. Very accommodating, nothing is too much trouble. We had dinner with our baby and toddler and they provided colouring activities, even toddler cutlery! The food is fantastic, large portions, superb quality. All sat next to a lovely fireplace- it has a very cosy feel. Thank you very much!

Andy, Sue and the staff were great (for our family wake). Good food, attentive and kind service from all. Highly recommended.

A traditional family-run pub serving excellent food, freshly cooked, at realistic prices. Pleasant garden. Good local beer.

Absolutely loved this place . We used it as a Brit stop. We parked our Motorhome on the grassy car park overlooking the gorgeous rapeseed field. Super friendly owner and staff and relaxed atmosphere.We enjoyed their fab steak and ale pie. Although on the main road, it went pretty quiet after 11.00 until 6.30. Good for a free night. Would highly recommend.

Lovely traditional inn with lots of charm. The hosts gave us a warm welcome even though we were slightly late for our table. The food was served promptly and it was hearty, tasty and great value. Will definitely visit again.

We have passed a few times but to be honest it was the Wednesday lunch deal of two courses for £10.95 that pulled us in. What a gastronomic surprise my wife having the roast of the day and enjoying the full works. I went off piste and tried the curry of the day which was one of the best I had ever had in a pub type venue. After a delicious home made pate and relish for starters the syrup sponge and custard was an indulgence not needed as my tummy was full but I couldn’t resist. And it was worth it! Lovely friendly service and the chef is a hidden diamond. We will become regular visitors.

My wife and I had a fine experience here. The meals were excellent and the food plentiful. The service was brilliant and the staff so friendly.

Just had a lovely mid-week treat in this welcoming pub. The food was delicious, roast beef with all the trimmings. Staff were very welcoming and the food didn't disappoint, it was cooked and served perfectly. Would highly recommend you try it! Especially the banana boat it looked awesome!

Lovely pub meal, options for gluten free. The food was really tasty and not too expensive. Service was perfect and the staff were really welcoming. Will definitely go back next time we’re passing.

I am genuinely shocked by the amount of favourable reviews for this dated and dirty excuse for a pub. Needs a throrough deep clean, especially the dog hair-matted carpet. The Sunday Lunch consists of three options, which is usually a good sign as it means the kitchen is able to concentrate on perfecting the dishes. Not the case here. The Roast beef was not just well-done, it was more like a congratulations, being so overdone. The Roast Potatoes seemed a few days old and had been reheated; spongy, chewy and tasteless. The whole plate was inedible and those also on the table were unable to finish. A Salmon Ceaser was on offer, which again too was not good. The Salmon used was frozen salmon, and this too was inedible. Granted we had a large table but the service was slow and ponderous, and although they dealt with our complaints about the food admirably, not once were we approached whilst eating to see if everything was ok or if we'd like another drink. All in all a huge dissapointed. Visit at your peril.

Yes. Cosy friendly. Home from home. Great staff food ambience. Price location. Suitable for all. Family friends drinks food. And the loviest labrador u ever did see

Really lovely home cooked roast. Best Yorkshire pudding I’ve had for awhile. Nothing messed around with. Lovely melt in the mouth topside (I normally like my beef rare which this wasn’t. It had been slow cooked beautifully). Fresh veg. Would have liked the roast potatoes a bit crispier but that is minor in what was a good plate of food. As for dessert we shared the toffee sundae. I won’t be sharing again as it’s too good to share. Icing on the cake they’re dog friendly too.

Lovely little pub with welcoming hosts. Visited the Axe and Cleaver for an evening meal on our first day in the area. Although on a main route through the county the pub was quiet when we arrived. I imagine more of a pub for locals but getting busier during the holiday season. The food menu had a wide range and was of very good quality. Nice range of beers available. Prices reasonable for the quality. The hosts were very welcoming and polite. The landlady even offered us a lift back to the hotel we were staying at after we mentioned that we had walked to get there (only a mile). A nice touch but declined as we needed to walk off the food and drink. Great pub and well worth seeking out.

This is a quite old fashioned pub but they keep a good cellar and the food was absolutely fine. Service was punctual and courteous.

Selected this place at randon as we were driving past. Not sure what to expect, but very pleasantly surprised once we got inside. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, and the food was lovely. Fish and chips and beetroot and goats cheese burger were lovely. An excellent spot for lunch! The place itself is very rustic, lots of charactor. The food was great.

After a weekend away in Hereford, booked a table for Sunday lunch. Friendly staff, lovely food and catered for Gluten Free intolerance. Will come back again for lunch or meal.

We stayed overnight in our motorhome in the car park(there was a field as well but it looked too wet. Great for the summer though) and met up with friends who arrived in their car. We were given a very friendly welcome. The food the four of us ate was excellent as was the service. Would definitely return if in the area. Thank you all. We did ring beforehand just to make sure we could overnight.

Great Christmas meal with friends great service especially with log fire on made it really nice to enjoyed the meal

My mum and I really enjoyed our Sunday Roast, thank you! The staff we really friendly, professional and took good care of us. We had roast beef - delicious!

A super lucky stop when we passed by. Wonderful homemade soup and pudding. Friendly staff and lovely service. Would be even better in the summer in the lovely garden

Fantastic gigantic mixed grill. Excellent friendly, efficient service. Meals served to others looked fabulous too. Can’t wait to visit again!

We popped in as my parents had lunch here on the Wednesday. Going in, the staff were extremely friendly and patient with my children who couldn’t decide what to drink. Extensive menu with something for everyone. Delicious steak and ale pie, lean and tender meat...

Traditional British pub with a very warm welcome for both humans and dogs. British pub grub, no frills, generous portions and very good value. Large beer garden that is especially lovely on a warm sunny day. Field to rear for camping. Definitely recommend 👍

We visited last Friday as a family , the staff were so lovely warm and welcoming and it had a lovely atmosphere. The food was delicious , their baked Camembert was the best we have ever had. Could not fault a thing. We are really...

Our first Brit Stop with our campervan. Wow what a lovely pub and a warm welcome. A cosey feel to the pub with good food and Ales. A nice grassy area to park campervan and the landlord came and had a lovely chat which was...

Came here for dinner with a friend and our dogs a couple of nights ago as we were visiting the area and this pub was the closest to our accommodation. We had a lovely welcome from the couple who own the pub and they made...

We have just had our Christmas Day dinner at your wonderful pub. As visitors to the area for a short break over the Christmas holiday, we had difficulty in finding somewhere to book, but you found a way to fit us in, despite being fully...

Went this week and enjoyed the food so much we went back. All the workers are friendly and helpful and the food is excellent with home made dishes, the steak pie in particular is well worth trying.

The main meal was acceptable (nothing to shout out about) but I was not at all impressed with being served up jar olives and a barely baked petit pain for the 'bread and olives' starter. I would have put something together far better than that...

Very friendly staff and had loads to chose from the menu. Food was exceptional, had the Chinese pork belly for starters, then the roast beef, which was lovely and then had the apple crumble tart, very light and homemade-the service was very attentive with Loads...

Had a wonderful Sunday lunch today with my family. The portions were generous and the food was delicious. The staff were all really friendly and nice and very accommodating with my food allergy. When I am in the area I will definitely go again.

If you want to eat out yet feel at home and be treated to a great selection of food at reasonable prices then this is the place to go. You can be sure you wont leave feeling hungry with the generous size of portions and...

Not having had a meal out since August last year, I was getting mighty fed up of serving up every meal every day. So when we booked a short break near Ross over Bank holiday weekend I phoned this pub to make a reservation for...

We arrived one minute before the kitchen closed at 2pm but we were greeted warmly by the owner and shown straight to a table. Even though due to close at 3 pm we were not rushed and the dishes we ordered, Hunters Chicken and Steak...

We have just finished the Axe's pre-booked takeaway Valentine's meal for two and it was so good. Each of the three courses were perfectly packed with everything that was needed and more. As I drew up at 7.30 the food was just being bought out and a socially distanced handover followed. We enjoyed the wine and the chocolates that also came with the meal, and all for £40, made it a bargain. Well done!

My partner and I stopped here on the way back home and it was just a lovely pub! A very warm welcome and nothing was too much trouble! The food was fantastic, great portion sizes and it was just a lovely atmosphere!! Would highly recommend a visit here!! Hope to be back soon!

We stopped here on our way to Ludlow - it was foul weather and the pub offered a warm and welcome break. We felt safe from covid, name taken on the door, a one way system and tables spread apart were in place. Staff were friendly and a good selection of food was on offer.Our lunch was very tasty and we would definitely stop here again if passing by.

Stopped here today for lunch, ribeye steak for me and a chicken burger for my wife. Both were fantastic and the service was brilliant. COVID secure with all precautions taken. Would whole heartedly recommend this pub for food for any occasion

Visited as a family with the dog (sorry for the howling, Landlord!) for early dinner and couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome. Service was excellent and personable, food absolutely delicious, mixed grill was unreal. Proper, hearty pub food. Decent local ales as well. Thank you so much- we had a great time.

Visited on Saturday evening, we both ordered from the specials board and both meals were well cooked, well presented and full of flavour. The sticky toffee pudding was the best I had ever eaten, obviously homemade.The staff were absolutely amazing. Welcoming and attentive .If you are visiting the area and have your dog with you then the Axe and Cleaver is definitely dog friendly. Bowl of water and a little treat supplied!If we lived locally this place would definitely be a place I would visit regularly

We wanted to have a roast and found the Axe & Cleaver online which has great reviews. We were not disappointed! We felt completely safe with being met at the door by a charming man who welcomed us and our dogs warmly. We sat down and was furnished with a bowl of water and some dog biscuits - what a great way to start, having the dogs catered for. We had the roast dinner which was delicious. Perfectly cooked and the choice of 2 sizes. The usual portion which was perfect for me and the larger which suited my husband. All the food was amazing and both the man who greeted us and the young girl who served us were friendly and really helpful. 5 stars!!!

Anyone worried about the covid restrictions needn't worry with the set up here. Very professional, all guidelines followed. Felt safe and comfortable throughout. A traditional looking country pub with ample parking. On arrival we were made very welcome and table service was followed throughout.Great selection of meals on the menu but we chose meals off the specials board. The food was outstanding, presentation was something else, portion size was perfect. I was recommended a local craft ale which was lovely. Prices were very good too.Got chatting to the Andy the owner who is a veteran like myself and enjoyed the rivalry and stories he told.Made our little trip away even more special and would 100% recommend this restaurant to anyone.

We booked a table for 2 as part of our 25th wedding anniversary celebrations..as it was a Wednesday they were only running their lunchtime specials menu. We were offered four different main meals, I was quite gutted as really like their steak and ale pie and it wasn't on this weeks menu, but my partner chose the ham and cheese pie for me whilst she had fish and chips...both meals were fantastic quality and will give them top marks...the staff were friendly and informative with our allergy concerns ..cant wait to return for the steak pie though.. and they do it takeaway which is a bonus after a day at work!

Good country pub in nice settings, very welcoming owners and well set up to adhere to social distancing etc. Steak & Ale pie was lovely, very generous portion with lots of filling. A few quid more than I’d usually pay but would certainly go again as it was a pleasant place to eat with great staff

We always have a excellent meal at the axe and cleaver the staff are extremely welcoming and friendly.we have been going many years with my husband 3 children and our parents Andy and sue are wonderful with our children my eldest said his first word DAD which was directed at Andy!this has led to many giggles over the years saying he has 2 dads!!i would highly recommend this pub to couples and families looking for a friendly welcoming atmosphere especially with children as we have found some pubs can be funny with children and can be less than welcoming!

Visiting last week for lunch, absolutely beautiful. All the food was home made and cooked fresh, I had roast beef which was amazing, my partner had the cheese, potato and leek bake; outstanding. The service was top notch too, nothing was too much. Very attentive, would 100% recommend.

We had lunch it was very good a lot of people in at the time a bit of a wait but well worth it the staff very friendly will go back

Visited here back in October. Good menu selection and very good food and service. Also it had a very homely and cozy feel in the pub. We were very pleased to have found it.

what a place to go it is one of the best places ive been to eat the food is to die for the staff are lovely nothings to much trouble would recomend this place to everybody good parking very clean and an pen fire lovely at this time of year

On a our return jouney from Shrewsbury to South Wales, we wanted to stop for a meal, The Beefeater in Hereford was full so carried on and found the Axe and Cleaver.The 4 meals were excellent including puddings, real ale was nice and the owners and staff were very nice. The Pub was warm, the toilets clean, it was perfect.

We visited here one evening after a day in Ross-on-Wye as a family with our dog. The food was probably the best pub food I've eaten, I shared a Camembert starter with my wife and had the roast of the day as a main (which was beef). The portion size was very generous with plenty of meat left for my dog which was much appreciated by her . I couldn't face a dessert as I was too full, but looked delicious. We all enjoyed the meal and would definitely recommend it

This is such a great traditional local pub/restaurant. The food is great value and superb quality. Andy and Sue do a great job and the whole place has a warm friendly feel about it.

I stopped here for lunch today with my son in law.We had two roast dinners which were very tasty and the lady behind the bar was just as tasty too,lol, would definitely call again,great service so a 10 out of 10 !!

Very good food,very good service, very friendly place, have been going for a few years now highly recommend.

As my friends and I couldn't have our monthly lunch at our usual place as it was closed we decided to visit this pub. We were very pleased with the welcome we received and the menu was excellent. 2courses for £9.95 we all chose beefbourgignon followed by apple crumble, ice cream or sherry trifle. The food was very good and plentiful, would definitely go again.

We ate here for dinner on the second night we were in Herefordshire, as it was up the road from our hotel - it did not disappoint.

We ate here after an unsatisfactory dining experience at a nearby establishment the previous evening. What a contrast! The food here was excellent and service with a smile.

We were intending going to the Red Lion just down the road but we hadn’t booked and it was full - so we carried on along the A49 to this place - much quieter and definitely in need of a bit of a refurb.

The Axe and Cleaver is a great traditional English Country Pub, with friendly owners, good beer and excellent traditional pub fare. Its popularity is a reflection of the fact that it fulfils its chosen niche so well. In an age of pub chains and gastro pubs, it's refreshing to find a pub run by a couple that care about doing things in what maybe seen by some as the old fashion way. The pubs decor and atmosphere is what you would expect of a well run country local and this only adds to its charm.

We had dinner here whilst we were staying in Orcop Hill. Really nice place, everyone was really friendly. There is a lovely garden where we waited for a table. Food was delicious. Would definitely recommend this place to others!

We dropped in here on route from South Wales to North Wales. We have passed this place many time so thought we would give it a try .. There is an extensive menu choice to suit all tastes. We went quite traditional with Mixed Grill , Lasagne & our son enjoyed a burger. The Food is clearly home cooked and freshly prepared and was delicious. We were served by Sue who has lovely and welcoming.

Staying locally and heard great things about this place so popped in yesterday for a roast. Firstly the value is amazing, two courses for £12.95 on a Sunday is exceptional. It’s a limited menu, a choice of two roasts, a fish dish and a vegetarian option and a choice of four puddings. We were all in the mood for a roast and what a roast it was, honestly it was fantastic. Everything was homemade and incredibly well done. I had to send compliments to the chef for the broccoli cheese, my four year old willingly ate broccoli for the first time because of it, it was really that good!

This is a great pub for Sunday Lunch Family friendly and welcoming staff. Also has a nice garden to enjoy

My partner and I both had the steak and ale pie. It was delicious, full of the tenderest steak I have had and was piping hot. The pastry was mice and light also. We would definitely visit this pub again if passing

Traditional pub, quite varied menu. Staff friendly and welcoming to both ourselves and our dog!. We ordered the steak and ale pie which was incredible; generous amount of beautiful meat encased in incredible pastry and beautifully cooked. We would come back for this dish alone.

Booked for 730pm but arrived 20 minutes early. Shown to the table with a nice view of the garden. Decided not to order a starter which we were told later was why we had to wait over an hour for a main course.

Went for Sunday lunch, as per usual Excellent food, lovely service from the staff this place never fails to deliver a great Sunday lunch experience

5 of us had Sunday lunch here. Not a carvery, but a decent portion of roast meat was served - we all had beef and it was tasty and well cooked. The vegetables were served separately and were fresh and not over cooked - the cheesy broccoli was very nice! Gravy is already on the plate - would prefer to have a gravy boat so you can serve yourself. We all had apple crumble for pudding and it was very nice - not over sweet which was good. Service was friendly and efficient. Would return and recommend. The pub itself is a little tired but nothing to worry about.

Called in on speck as booked a group meal here for Christmas. Food was good and nothing to complain about. Interesting building and old fashioined. Enjoyed the evening with good range of drinks and menu. Look forward to going back

You would think ot would not be a big ask to serve a burger that actually consisted of ground beef.

food as average, definitely not worth the price for such basic food. the place is very outdated and doesn't really have an ambience. my boyfriends foos wasn't great at all, tasted old and i had a lasagne which was nice as you can't go wrong with a lasagne.

We stopped in here on the off chance on Saturday, having recently moved to the area we are still exploring local hostelries and this one is a gem!!

We live local but had never visited due to there not being a website to view the menu and prices etc. But thought we would give it a go. Very pleasantly surprised! We brought our 7 year old with us for an evening meal and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. It was quiet and cosy and the menu was great - lots to choose from including the specials. Children’s menu was good too and all was reasonably priced. Pudding menu very old school but tasty and filling, partner was very happy with his sponge and custard and son had some yummy mini egg ice cream. Service was quick. Noticed they had a nice garden area outside to sit when the weather is nicer. We will definitely be returning!

Called tired one night after driving a long way. Firstly I have to say the food was ok, the size of the plates was not, slow service too. The food was crammed onto a side plate size which was tricky to eat without chips falling over the table as the plate spun on the table mat. The place needs updating generally and buying some bigger dinner plates.

Just back from a lovely stay in Much Birch. Had a fantastic meal at the Axe & Cleaver. Great menu, home cooked, meals to die for, a must visit.....5 stars from me. Michael Farrington.

Travelling back from Cardiff after Rugby and I was recommended a different pub which thankfully was fully booked so I ended up in this wonderful establishment.

We met some friends on the weekend as The Axe & Cleaver was about half way between us.

Stopped for lunch on the way to Hereford. What a welcome from Alan and Sue from the

We stopped at this little pub for a bite to eat as we were staying nearby. We chose to eat here due to its dog friendly status and were not disappointed. The landlord, landlady and all the staff made us and our dog feel very welcome.

My family and I had the pleasure of having Christmas dinner here today and can simply sum it up in one word - Outstanding! The landlord and staff were very friendly and catered for all our needs. The food was amazing and extremely tasty. Will definitely be booking in next year! Highly recommended.

So my wife and I pulled in here on our way home from south wales. The car park was full so we assumed it most be quite a popular place to visit. As we walked inside we could see there was many people already seated and we asked if they could squeeze us a table for 2 which they did. As we sat down I asked for a menu as there wasn't one on the table but to my disappointment there was no menu as it was only a £12.95 2 course meal on offer. Roast Lamb, Beef or Pork. Not that I don't like a Sunday roast, I just prefer more variety in choice. We both chose the roast beef. It arrived at the table after a reasonable 20 minute wait or so accompanied by a side bowl of vegetables.. peas, carrots and sprouts. The Yorkshire pudding was overdone and had that burnt taste to it and the beef was really tough and hard to chew. I thought maybe I had a bad serving but my confirmed hers was exactly the same. I chose the apple crumble with custard for afters. Again I was heartbroken, the apple was almost tasteless and bland and it seemed as if not any sugar had been used in making the crumble at all. We both felt really deflated. Such a shame because the staff were really warm and welcoming and it a lovely atmosphere. I'd love to go back if i'm by chance ever passing again and give it a second try. Atmosphere and staff get top marks, food unfortunately does not i'm afraid. Better luck next time. Check it out.

Called in by chance. The landlord, a real advert for successful business, made us welcome. The food was excellent, the service superb. You must go there!!

Called in at Sunday Lunch Time to book a table for the evening. The place was heaving so was a good sign. The Sunday evening was much quieter only about twenty people dinning. We were shown to a nice table near a log fire which was very welcome on a cold night. My wife chose Beef Stroganoff and me being undecided asked the waitress for a recommendation. She suggested the Steak & Ale Pie which I went for. We waited a little while for our meals which is a good sign as it usually means fresh cooked.

Excellent fresh made food. Great hospitality. Mixed grill enormous. Haddock from special menu nice change. Steak pie best I've had!

Meet friends here tonight for a lovely catch up Greeted with friendly smile and welcome nicely set table and quaint ambience.Delicious and generous meal, for four adults one had the chocolate mousse cake and gave 10/10 would recommend.Here for three days so will try and get back before we leave.

We called into this pub on a Saturday lunchtime while we were sightseeing in the area. We were given the most warm welcome and asked if we could bring in the dog who was given an even better welcome(biscuits were supplied). The menu was wonderful but we just wanted baguettes. I can honestly say the BLT I had was the best ever. It such a shame this pub is so far from home. Keep up the good work.

Stopped in for Sunday lunch. They only offer 3 main meals Pork, Lamb and Beef. Nothing else off any other menu nor the specials on the display boards. The meal looked and tasted like something from the 1970s. The potato’s was cold and the meat over cooked. This is not the place to go if your into decent food. The main meal was the size of a child’s meal. On a closing note to the management please clean the carpets I’m sure the carpets should be green with a feature of cream.

Simple pub by the side of the road. The landlord/staff were very friendly and helpful which is sadly not always the case these days. The menu is decent and what we ordered was excellent. So nice to go to a pub and come out happy and satisfied: good job!

Called in here on a Sunday lunchtime. They only serve roast dinner on a Sunday, but it was absolutely delicious and plenty of it. Will certainly call in here again when I’m next in that part of the country.

Had lunch here, very nice pub, friendly staff and a good range on the menu. The food was very good and value for money. Would recommend it .

We both had the tender lamb rump. It was delicious and the veg was very well cooked. Pleasant landlord and lad serving was very polite. Enjoyed our visit.

If you are looking for a modern pub or inn then leave the Axe & Cleaver to us!!

I had roast beef which was lovely and hot, the roast potatoes had been pre cooked and reheated,Yorkshire pud also microwaved,Beef was very goood veg okay. Partner had Lamb with sauté pots and veg he said all very good. Good choice on menu

We called in to the Axe & Cleaver for lunch on the Monday of a short break staying at the Pilgrim Hotel, and what a welcome you will not find a more friendly and helpful landlord in the whole of Hereford. All the staff are so welcoming and helpful. The food is fantastic.

We were brought by friends we met whole staying nearby. I can see why they recommended it so highly. Delicious food, friendly staff and a lovely old building too.

Stopped here midweek and it has a nice car park. It is an old country pub but don’t let that put you off.

Extremely welcoming and friendly, made us feel immediately relaxed once we arrived and made sure we had the right drinks for us :)

We had joined with a bunch of people for a group meal and as such we excted delays and food not coming out together. But not only did they serve ebveryone in good time but all meals were hot served together and fabulous food. Definitely recommend.

Called on the off chance of booking dinner. The restaurant was full but Manager was charming and found us a table. Food - pate, fish and meat dishes were all excellent. Desserts worth finding a space for - as they were both substantial and very good.