Hare and Hounds Abbey Village in Chorley

Honestly, this is how a pub should be! Cracking (honestly priced) food. Engaging and knowledgeable staff. Great community atmosphere. My small child, dog and even wife were made to feel very welcome. If you’re in the area, pop by and sample some great northern food, or if you feel the need for change then there is also a fine selection of traditional German food, cooked authentically by the lovely German proprietor. Highly recommend!!!

Me and my friends visited over the weekend after being on a walk around the reservoir. Had 3 meals between us. The staff were lovely and really attentive. The food was amazing and arrived not long after ordering. Will definitely be back to try more!

Oh my gosh what a great pub! We have been before for drinks and the odd bowl of chips (which are excellent proper chips by the way!) before now but this time decided to stop after our walk and have something ‘proper’. I had the pork fillet with brandy cream sauce which is heavenly! Plenty of pork pieces in the nicest sauce I’ve tasted in a long while, to say it sounds heavy with cream and cheese it just tastes silky smooth and so flavourful.. I could drink it by the gallon! My partner had the triple club sandwich, flipping heck it’s huge! What a bargain, you could feed 3 people with it! The pub was busy so there was a little bit of a wait, but for such quality food we didn’t mind one bit, gave us chance to sample another one of the delicious real ales they have on the bar! Staff were very helpful and polite, can’t fault the place we will definitely be returning!!

Ate here with my daughter. Friendly staff who were knowledgeable about GF options, and they also had some vegan choices. Food was super tasty and arrived quickly. Really enjoyed it and would highly recommend! I had the freshly made pizza and my daughter loved the currywurst! We will definitely be back

Food was abysmal!! Wouldn’t feed it to my dog!! If you eat here you’ll deserve all you get which will definitely include diarrhoea. The worst food I have ever tasted.

Lovely greetings and that's where it stops. Not many in and ordered cheese and onion pie for two. Waited ages for it to arrive . 12 chips a sliver of a piece of pie and a big portion of cold peas 🫛 . Pie was lovely, but a child would have pulled their face at the size of the portion. Cost 10.50.a portion. Then visited the toilets. Toilet tissue on the ceiling. Filthy tiles and and dead flies in coweb over the toilet door pillar, which looked like it had been there forever. Taken photos. Then came back in to see 4 people at a table talking to who I presume was the landlady. On the cloth seats where the customers two dogs . Dog friendly pub yes. But lay on the seats where the next folk come along and sit on whatever the dogs have left for them. So if you do visit this place I'd do two things. Have a change of clothes, so you don't pick up dog hairs and anything else that's transferred off there undercarriage. Two prepare a packed lunch for when you have eaten and left the premises. Would not like to see their kitchen. Not one that I will return to. So I'm another one that will not be doing, I will be back

Visited in a walking party of 23! having prebooked our meals in advance. They had reserved tables for us at one side of the bar. There was a fair selection of beer and the friendly barmaid dealt with us efficiently. Credit to her. The food arrived in fairly quick succession and everyone seemed to enjoy their choices, including the German dishes which gave variety. Again credit to 'mine hostess' for a polished service. My fish and chips were excellent with a more than adequate portion size. The prices are lower than average for pub food these days. Will definitely come again when in the area.

Quaint and rustic country pub. Home cooked, individual menu. Interesting German section of menu. Food and service was great. Very reasonable prices too.

was completely horrified with the chewy tasteless food unhygienic bathrooms and rude manner in which the waitress (whom should not be so pleased with herself being 30 odd as a member of bar staff 🤣😂) had a completely unprofessional and plain rude manner of speaking to us, completely ruined any enjoyment that could’ve occurred

Went here after a nice walk around the reservoir for a drink, once sat down the bar maid and I assume her dad decided to have a blazing row at full volume about a completely ridiculous situation with no consideration for anyone else in the pub. The landlord was even sat at the table and let the whole thing happen, We had to leave because of how uncomfortable it was to have to listen to. Completely unprofessional and ruined what was supposed to be a relaxing experience, won’t be returning

Just had a meal at this pub waited 50 minutes for our food we steak puddings chips and peas and a chicken burger for our grandson the burger was OK but the steak pudding was horrible thick suit with very tough meat inside not edible but the worst part was the bad smell of wet dog there was 8 dogs in this place so you can imagine the smell as well as smell we had to listen to dogs barking at each other I complained about the food and the smell when I paid for the food that we could not eat and was told sorry but we are a dog friendly pub that was it think they should just turn it into a doggy day care instead of a pub and I can honestly say it was the worst meal I have ever had

My husband and I visited tonight after walking our dog in Roddlesworth Reservoir. We ordered food, I had schnitzel which was amazing and my husband had fish ( or a whale as our server called it) which he thoroughly enjoyed. We live locally and didn’t realise this gem was within walking distance to us. We are going back on Sunday for breakfast. Highly recommend this pub for food or just to kick back and chill with a drink.

Called in with the family and the dog after a walk around the reservoirs. Very nice country pub, with good food and a good choice of ales.

Booked with a group, and overall the experience was very pleasant. we were told that there were a few people before us which was ok, but there were only three tables of two and the food took ages to come. Most people were happy with their food except for the Schnitzel which the menu said came with Bratkartoffel or chips. I chose Bratkartoffel which I thought was fried potatoes with onion and bacon. However, when it came it was only potatoes. When I enquired about this they said that there is no bacon or onion included if served with schnitzel. In that case they should make it clear on the menu and call it fried potatoes. I felt a bit cheated. However, I would visit again as the atmosphere in the pub was very pleasant and the staff friendly.

After completing a walk around Abbey Village and Darwen route up to Darwen Tower in large amounts of rainfalls, this pub was the perfect place to dry out and dine out as an reward. After enjoying working and travelling around Italy and Austria teaching English as a second language for several summers, the Schnitzel meal with a pint of Bierra Moretti ticked all the boxes for me. This was not my first visit to this pub as I have stopped off there for drinks after previous walks, but it was well worth coming back. The staff were a great help and made my previous experiences very enjoyable. I could not fault this place as a perfect village pub without reservation especially after any walks around the Chorley and Blackburn areas.

We visited on a Friday evening with friends that live in the village. Myself and my other half had fish and chips. For me, the batter wasn’t crispy & golden enough, I think perhaps the oil wasn’t quite hot enough. We all 4 shared garlic bread for starter which was nice. The pub had completely empty by 7:30 pm and we left.

Best Ploughman’s lunch I have ever had! Far too much good quality fresh ingredients for one. 3 selections of cheese, 5 meats. Amazing!

We are locals to the pub and love going up for tea or a few drinks. Visited last night and my Husband had the Ploughman’s which was the first time he had ordered that and was blown away. Amazing selection there was 4 different cheeses 3 different meats a pork pie salad bread and 3 lots of pickles fantastic value. All the food is good fresh and homemade. Great staff makes it a great local

This was my last visit to the pub for a while because of the Covid restrictions. Normally I visit about every couple of months. It was a Tuesday early afternoon so very quiet. I came in with my very muddy dog after a walk around the reservoirs. The girl serving checked with me that I'd checked in on the NHS Track & Trace app. I had, as the barcode is shown prominently as you go in, along with hand gel. There is also a clearly marked one-way system for entering and leaving. I had a no-alcohol beer and the cheese & onion pie which is always a winner. The log burner was lit, which was lovely. I'll be back when I'm allowed to leave Merseyside again!

Friendly and very welcoming! Food is served fairly quickly and just a comfortable place to visit! And a bonus is that it is dog friendly which is great for a walkers

Opens at 10 (not 9.30 as per trip advisor, they've contacted trip advisor to change it but have had no joy). Love this place for breakfast, vegetarian breakfast, attentive and friendly staff,log burner,lovely walks nearby and dog friendly. Thank you

Food decent enough, cheaper elsewhere for the same stuff though. Beer good, nice environment in a nice location

We arrived wet, tired and hungry and were welcomed warmly. The atmosphere is relaxed and several customers dogs added to the friendly rural atmosphere. We were seated together and the home cooked food was delivered promptly. There is a German slant to the menu and several of our party went for German dishes. some good cask ales were on tap and the food was delicious. All in all a very pleasant experience which I'm sure we will repeat.

Had a lovely huge full English breakfast here! It’s a hidden gem , first a lovely walk & then a delicious breakfast here on a Saturday! Highly recommend 👍 Friendly attentive staff

We found this little gem on google. We had 3 tired dogs and 4 hungry adults and literally couldn't fault it. The welcome was warm, the whole place was clean and the facilities great. Excellent value for money. The food was impressive and tasty and the staff attentive. Can't wait to go back as we found another dog walk at the resevoir over the road. Would be great for a trip out for lunch on a winter's day as the drive round the area has great views.

I heard about this little pub from friends and wasn’t disappointed really dog friendly and great atmosphere the food was home cooked and tasty we will definitely be going back there the staff were friendly and fantastic

Great place for a drink after a walk to Darwen Tower. My hubby had a lovely meal which he really enjoyed. Extensive German meal options. However, as a vegan there wasn’t really anything on the menu for me, I ended up with a dry bread and chip sandwich. Id visit again for drinks but sadly not to eat

Good local village pub for food & drinks , German food + English on the menu. The drinks are very reasonable prices . It’s a dog friendly pub and a very good location for walkers.

Had a small breakfast here with my husband, he had the large one washed down with a coffee. 10/10 excellent service ,excellent breakfast.

Visited after a walk around Roddledworth Resivoirs. Dog friendly pub. Very clean and friendly pub. Plenty of water available in dishes for your dogs. Plenty of seating inside and some tables outside. Parking available as well. The food was delicious. Very good choice of menus, light bites, starters, sides, mains, German meals and desserts. We opted for the chicken goujons and lamb koftas to start both came with side salad and a dip. We both had steak and onion barm with chips and coleslaw. Absolutely delicious all of it couldn't fault anything at all. Very reasonable priced. Will definitely be calling again.

Being from Blackpool we wanted a drive out, somewhere with a nice walk and a good pub lunch afterwards. We had lunch after a pleasant walk but I have to say that this was probably the worst meal me and my partner have ever been presented! For a start the portion was like a child's portion or like a school dinner. The burger was dry and tasteless and the brioche bun was stale. The cheese and onion pie was tasty but such a small slice and I felt like it was just microwaved as the cheese had melted, went hard and stuck to the plate, then the beans were poured over the pie. Not enough chips either on both meals! It's a real shame because it has such potential to be an amazing pub! Especially with the reservoir walk right next to it. Its just a local pub serving below average food I am afraid. If we return to do the walk again I would eat somewhere else or the Royal Arms which is at the end of the walk through the woods!

A lovely pub with great food. The reason I havent left five stars is because we were asked to leave because of our rescue dog. He is very well behaved but quite nervous and cried a little, not loudly but a whimper. Somebody, and I know who it was, complained to the landlady and said they would give a bad trip adviser report.

Great little village pub/restaurant. Came here with my girlfriend and Mother. We had Schnitzel, Currywurst, and fish and chips. All 3 of us enjoyed thoroughly! A few regulars in at the bar who all seemed friendly, and the half German/English girl behind the bar was also friendly and helpful. This was our first visit in years to this pub but will definitely be back!

The food here is great and the staff are lovely .friendly place for all the family or couples .heather and chris x

Like it here because of the German options on the menu. Weekday lunch a good time to go. Food good. Service good today as ladylady's daughter. Will pop in again.

Two of us visited for lunch on a Monday. Decor ok and staff average ( owners daughter I think ) two other customers looked around and left !! Meal was OK, we had schnitzel & fish chips, but not that good really.

Sat & waited for 45mins for a chilli burger & and cheese & onion pie didnt have the time or the patience to complain but i should have done .. last minute decision to eat at this place and will not be going back chips are out of a freezer bag then into the fryer it doesn’t take much to make real fries or chips lets make that clear so when you wait 45 mins you expect real chips not cardboard ones & to make matters worse the “chilli” burger aint ever seen chilli it was bland ,salty , dry . & left me feeling dissatisfied i did at one time ask the girl if it was actually a “chilli” burger as described she said she would take it back to see “ dont bother im gonna eat it and go just not worth the uncomfortable 45mins wait again the be perfectly honest ... and sitting youre burger on a bed of salsa does not constitute “chilli “ nor does toasting the bun to a crouton .. terrible food ....

I visited here with my parents on a Sunday afternoon with the aim of taking a walk round the adjacent Roddlesworth reservoirs. The pub car park is handy for the start of the walk, we nipped in for a swift half of real ale (plus tea-teacake for the driver) before setting off. The bar staff were happy for us to leave our car in the car park as we were returning later for our evening meal. This was splendid, the Schnitzel and veggie curry both being super tasty, and very reasonably priced. We’d definitely recommend this friendly pub for a visit. It’s dog-friendly too in case you have canine company!

A thirst quenching cold larger and satisfying lunch. Just what the doctor ordered. Stopped in the middle of long hike. Good menu choice and service

I popped in for lunch on my day off, had heard great reports on the German food and having lived in Germany most of my life I had to try it. The currywurst was amazing and the staff were very friendly.

Stopped here for lunch. The 'Hawian Sandwich' was reasonably priced, beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. This pub has a really good atmosphere and the staff are very helpful. Highly recommended, especially if you are walking you dog round the Roddlesworth reservoir, (a fabulous walk).

We visited here after a long walk for lunch.lots of people in especially dog owners.if you don’t like dogs not a place to visit but we were fine with that,The menu is good Snacks and meals.Two of us had homemade soup which was delicious and the others had toasties which came with salad and chips.All agreed good food and value for money. Would definitely recommend

Called in on an unplanned visit, glad we did. Dog friendly, hurrah! Really warm and cosy. Decent food and cheap as chips. Avoid if you're looking for overpriced, pretentious food. Attend if you want decent food in a great pub atmosphere. We had several drinks and 3 courses and it was so cheap that my husband asked if they'd definitely added up everything we'd had!

I often visit the Hare and Hounds, either with friends or my husband.

Stopped here for lunch, as part of a long country walk from Egerton to Abbey Village. There was a large walking group already in pub ordering lunch, but I got my order of soup quickly. Pleasant enough stop but nothing special. Handy location, given length of walk.

What a great surprise this place was! We dropped in for an impromptu lunch only to find that there was a German menu available with traditional dishes! Being a big fan of German food mean't this was promising. The food arrived and looked superb and the best bit was, it tasted even better than it looked. All freshly made with evidently good ingredients. Amazing.

We enjoyed a warm welcome in the Hare and Hounds with our dogs after a wet walk round the reservoirs. Enjoyed tasty meals including German home cooked specialty pot roast. Good value. Already planning to return with friends.

We were passing after visiting Fox's Timber. Few folk in & declared dog friendly! It was mid week.

The Hare and Hounds is a refreshing surprise for anyone seeking an alternative to the typical pub fare. With a menu that would be more at home in a German kneipe, the Hare and Hounds offers dishes which are very reasonably priced, well prepared and amply served in decently sized portions. The ingredients are fresh, and the meals are promptly brought to the table in the pub's low key but friendly atmosphere.

We discovered that this pub has a German menu when we popped in after a walk at the adjacent Roddlesworth reservoirs. The bar stocks both traditional real ales, and at least couple of good quality German ales (or lager to the uneducated). The food menu...

La última vez que vine aquí por años atrás había cerrado, así que me agradó ver su reapertura. No esperaba un menú alemán temáticas. La limonada que pedí estaba tan como la limonada era de una botella abierta así un toque de pantalla. La mariscada...

Fuimos a este pub de ayer para té en el menú parecía que estaba en la mesa, fue a pedir comida. No hay comida después de 16. 30 así que, ¿por qué tienen los menús en la mesa, lo siento, pero me parece ridículo que...

Visitamos hoy después de un paseo por el embalse.

Llamamos a la Hare and Hounds después de un paseo en el que el lluvia. El pub era encantadora y cálida, con una buena selección de cervezas y bebidas. No comimos en esta ocasión, pero la comida estaba comiendo las otras cenas parecía bueno. había unos perros allí y la chica del bar era llenar platos de agua para ellos. Que volveré pronto y probar la comida la próxima vez fue agradable encontrar un pub agradable que recibieron los senderistas y era perros

Fantastic breakfast this morning, excellent food, great value and very friendly, efficient service

This is a really nice old fashioned pub. It has a small bar area but plenty of seating spread over 3 rooms , it does serve food but we never ordered . The food that came out looked spot on, if you park in Dole Road opposite, there is a very good walk up to Darwin Tower from the pub, it passes another pub ( The Royal also dog friendly) and a nice Cafe. It's just under 9 miles . The walk goes thru woods then onto moors , around 1200 feet climbed from the car.

Came here with 6 adults and 3 children food was great especially the German items on the menu, wine was lovely to.Service was a little slow but the food made up for it Would recommend.

When out walking the Dog it is a good place to visit for a break and a Drink or a Coffee . Have not tried the Food so cannot comment

Been here for drinks previously but this was the first time dining. I had the burger and my wife had the Bratkartoffeln mit Speigeleieir. Both dishes were very tasty and good value for money. It was a late lunch and the pub was quite quiet. The waitress was very polite and friendly and we didn't have to wait long for the food. We will definitely be visiting the Hare and Hounds again.

After waiting to push through the Bar regulars. I ordered my food, came fast and was nice. I mostly enjoyed sitting outside and enjoying the dogs and walkers. Will be going again.

In these days of formulaic pub food almost never created on the premises, the menu is a breath of fresh air. Today the cheese and onion pie was as good as always, a slice of truly homemade pie, rich with the two ingredients and not bulked out by potato. Of the German dishes I can never resist the Bratkartoffel mit Spiegeleier - fried potatoes with bacon, two fried eggs and a salad garnish of lettuce, tomato and balsamic that is just right. Truly special, however, was my husband's slow-cooked ham hock with fragrant sauerkraut, German dumplings and a gravy to die for.

As I said love the beer at the pub if you can get to the bar for the ignorant people who won't move, and the child minding club, can't knock your food , its very nice, had to Waite to long for service due to the poor lady who was on duty at the time who was doing everything,Sorry guys but you need to sort this out unless you just happy to have the locals there and put up with the swearing etc.

Popped in after a walk over the moors . Always very friendly and dog friendly. They have water bowls for the dogs and able to bring them inside.

Visited after a walk round the resivoirs, dog friendly and water dishes provided in the pub. Very good choice of different lagers and beers. The food menu was very good from starters, cold sandwiches, hot sandwiches, paninis plate meals and soup and sandwich. I opted for the Tuna mayo baguette with melted cheese on top tomato cucumber and lettuce on it was served opened up with ample filling on either side and was at least a foot long was very tasty and filling and all the menu was very reasonable, they had different offers on different nights and days I.e weds night fish and chips £5. Another deal was 2 course for £10 I will def be calling back in again.

The Hare & Hounds was on our route home and we were hungry so stopped as it was the first pub we came to. It has the look of a small country pub from the outside with a small car park and a small outside area. Inside its deceptively big with a bar central when you walk in.A nice atmosphere with a few eating already so we sat and perused the menu. I can only presume the chef/manager is German given the main menu having a German section to choose from (and a car outside with German plates on) Intrigued by this my father and husband both ordered from there and I stuck to a pub classic of Cheese and onion pie. The wait was very reasonable, with the young lady doing the bar, waiting on and taking orders. My father and I asked for tea for two and my husband, a coffee. When the tea arrived it was in a pot but with only one teabag so we couldn't manage to get any flavour. The milk that was served with both was not fresh either, we think, UHT, which adds a slightly musty flavour anyway. When our food arrived the schnitzel looked good but was tough and dry. My husband had a pork steak in cream and pepper sauce, which he liked but again the meat was quite tough. My cheese and onion pie was really good! Phew! However, when the menu suggests it comes with veg you don't expect to be presented with baked beans! All in all, we were fed and watered but would not go back! Shame really!

The hare and hounds is a nice pub, but can on occasion lack a bit of atmosphere. Nicely kept beer and great in the winter...

Visited with walking group, had prebooked as when there are 10 or more in a group, it's nice to give some warming. We were welcomed on arrival, although slightly early. Tables had been saved for us. After a good walk we were ready for lunch, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all of us. The German section of the menu was very interesting & my bacon, fried potatoes and two fried eggs seriously tasty & great value £6.50, great beer choice The Otter bitter was delightful.

Having had a drink here a few weeks ago we said we would come back to try the food.I had the currywurst and chips, it was very tasty and took me back to my army days in BAOR, the only reason I never gave it full marks was the sausage was not that hot. My wife had butter pie and chips and enjoyed this too.Very nice beer too.We will be back.

This inviting pub has changed hands over the years but retains its traditional character. As well as a good selection of beers it now offers a partly German menu with some meat and potato specialities. The German dishes are getting quite a reputation locally and if they are as good as the steak with blue cheese sauce I had it will be well worth a return visit. Excellent service and good value.

Title says it all really. It's a nice little friendly pub, dog friendly with nice well kept beer and simple pleasant food.

Came for something to eat after a walk at the reservoir.Nice location and friendly staff.Nice weather with outside seating front and back so a good sun trap.Tried the German food, was very very good. It was nice to try something different that you don't normally get.Will definitely be back.

Driven past this pub so many times - this time I stopped by. Excellent location with good walking close by. Spacious well maintained interior. Outside seating - sunny day so I sat outside. Menu looked good but I was just there for a drink. Real ale on three hand pumps. Good selection with beer from Robinsons, Bridgehouse and Otter when I visited. Nice relaxed atmosphere and good beer - I was very satisfied with my visit. Would happily try the food on another occasion. Worth stopping by.

As usual a friendly welcoming atmosphere where the locals make you feel at home with friendly banter. Pool match in progress It's really nice to see a traditional pub thriving.

Having already pulled in to a very modern looking golf club restaurant and driven away as it did not appeal , we came across The Hare and Hounds .An old country pub that served food with several customers cars on the car park .The menu was interesting with several German dishes as well as a good choice of other foods . My husband chose A pork based German meal which he thoroughly enjoyed . I chose a fish platter salad which was fantastic . Such value for money with smoked salmon , prawns and tuna with the lovely salad and its dressing . Good service , pleasant atmosphere and definitely on our list for more visits . Lovely walking country also and dog friendly who will accompany us next time

Ate here on a Thursday lunchtime after a long muddy walk with the dog. Food was very good value, atmosphere was relaxed and informal, music playing was excellent (in my opinion!) but not loud so that you couldn't hear yourself think. It's lovely to be able to end a walk by having a pub lunch and being able to take the dog in with you. Would definite visit again.

Tried the 2 courses for £10.Really nice. Staff very attentive.Checked everything was ok with our meals.Dog friendly.Can't ask for more...

Visited after a walk with the family, the table was pre booked being 10 of us. Was such a pleasant surprise to see a menu which was different from the norm, we all chose from the German section and no one was disappointed the food was very good, the service was great and the land lady very friendly and our dogs were welcome. We will be back to sample more German delights. Oh almost forgot..... Blue Moon on draught, so a massive thumbs up!

We called for a late lunch after a lovely walk around the adjacent reservoirs, and regret it. At 1.30pm, we sat at a small round table at the bottom of a stairwell, 'privatised' by a door, and so dark you found it hard to read the menu. The width of the table resulted in me not being able to put both knees under it. The table was so small, it could not handle the sauces, and our meals, so some items had to be stored on a shelf. The premises are child and dog friendly, but the children treated the pub as a playground, and we were next to a dog that showed intolerance to them in constant barking. Our three dogs were in the car outside. The interior is simply dirty, the carpet where we were seated needed a damn good clean. We ordered, and it took an age to arrive, but we did notice the kitchen staff 'mingling' with the masses, with a kitchen towel, hanging from a trouser pocket; food hygiene? I had the chicken platter, it was dire! All the chicken 'bits' were cremated, the HUGE onion rings looked fab but the batter was undercooked, the garlic bread was as dry as a bone, but a few of the chips were OK. My Wife had the cheese pie, but like me left most of it! I really wouldn't recommend this place to someone I don't like - terrible!

Popped in for lunch and found a nice relaxed, dog friendly pub with an unusual (for Lancashire) German menu, as well as English. The fried potato with bacon and eggs was tasty, filling and good value, my wife enjoyed the pork fillet.

Called to have some Sunday Lunch ,decided to have the fish and chips which were done just as we requested,didnt have to wait long to be served.Staff very attentive asking if the meal was okay,and the price was very reasonable.

Called in for lunch after a lovely walk around the reservoirs on a very hot day. We decided to sit outside to enjoy the sun and because it was hot, the staff obliged with umbrellas for the more elderly in the group. The cold drinks were more than welcome. For lunch, I decided on a ham sandwich with salad. The ham was delicious (and very popular I'm told) with a flavoursome salad dressing. The only downside for me was the rather LARGE slice of bread (a big wedge - good for big appetites). Having said that, it was a very enjoyable lunch with friendly, attentive staff.

My 2 sons and myself landed her one Tuesday evening about 7.30,there were about 5 people in siting around the bar,obviously regulars,my son ordered 1 beer 1 coke and a lime and soda-£7.70-v,pricey I thought.then when we asked if we could order food ,we were told that food not served Tues after 7.30[it was JUST after]So we drank half the freezing cold drinks [painful!], rang another place and booked for ten mins hence,had to leave our dear drinks and we were not impressed with the indifference,we have been here on many occasions before the recent refurb and the atmosphere felt much more relaxed and friendly.We haven't chanced it again in case we fall foul of the strict kitchen closure rules.

great options in comfortable surroundings plenty of choice on the menu for my veggi friend too will come again and have already returned with family. all happy too, must go again,

Our walking group planned to meet at the Hare & Hounds, park our cars, do the walk and eat at the pub afterwards. We spoke to the owners a few weeks before and asked for permission to park and they offered us a menu so that we could choose our meals. I phoned our orders in a couple of days before and gave them a rough ETA. It all went to plan, the 15 of us had an area set out for us in the pub. The food came not long after we'd had a drink and everyone was well satisfied with their choices. We were pleased that the dog which comes on our walk was also made to feel welcome. A very enjoyable visit all round.

After many landlords it seems finally we have one that is committed to providing good quality Fayre. I ordered some onion rings expecting some wholesale frozen mess but was presented with some fresh home made ones that not only looked amazing tasted divine. You would think that the cheese onion pie would be sub standard considering however it was cooked perfectly. Pastry was crumbly and the filling was tasty and full of flavour. They even have a dog menu!

Tried some of the German fayre on offer at the Hare & hounds and its excellent pub grub. Schnitzels, currywurst etc. And best of all they are dog friendly and there are some nice walks right on the doorstep.

Having driven past this pub literally thousands of times during my life I finally wandered in on good Friday with Mrs and dog, greeted by a lovely clean pub, with a few other dogs and arguably one of the finest ales ever in Copper Dragons Golden Pippin. Ordered food, took a little while, but I guess they are making it fresh. All excellent! Even sell dog treats behind the bar, but not just supermarket rubbish, really great doggie snacks. Other clientele really nice too, only regret now is not having the real German food, will be back...........brilliant thanks.

Visited the hare and hounds this evening for a meal. The food was amazing, the service was out of this world, the landlord couldn't do enough to accommodate us. Four cask ales to choose from. Something for everyone here, from walkers with dogs to couples having a quiet meal. All are felt welcome, even sell dog treeats and food. Great food, great atmosphere would definitely come again.

To find a restaurant in England serving German cuisine is rare, to find a restaurant serving excellent German cuisine is like pulling hen's teeth. If you are a walker who likes the best of Lancashire scenery and an old english pub - then you have found it. Silke, Mark and Katrine will make you welcome and satisfy you whether it is English or German food that you seek. Be it traditonal real ale of a proper German Bier 'vom Fass', you won't be disappaointed! For the adventurous, there is even a supply of German spirits behind the bar. As a regular visitor to Germany, it was great to hear that Silke trained in one of my favourite restaurants - the Sonnenalp in Bad Wildebad in the Black Forest.Have been going to the pub for nigh on 8 months and never tire of it - it is always worth keeping an eye on the blackboard to see what specials Silke has sneaked on. As the title says, I find it wonderful and am in second heaven when I visit.

I came for the German food and it didn't disappoint. After living in Germany for 2 years I am often disappointed with German food in England but here it was completely authentic. I had the schnitzel, which was cooked just right and tasted fantastic with the bratkartoffel and home made Jägersoße. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was good. I'd love to see some more things pop up on the menu though, maybe Frikadellen or Leberkäse.

Visited after a Walk with the Family and our Dogs. Great Pub for Dog Walkers! Lovely atmosphere. We ordered the Lamb Hot Pot with Bread, Pickles and Red Cabbage from the Specials for 6.95 - Bargain! It was lovely. We had the German Schnitzel with Bratkatoffel and the Currywurst. So much better then the Xmas Markets! The Staff was very friendly checked up on us asked if we wanted more drinks or if everything was fine. It certainly was! I would recommend this Pub to everyone. Will return

Just been today after walk around the reservoirs. Had the tuna baguette and salami baguette both packed with filling and worth every penny. Will defo go again.

We, as a group of dog walkers, came after a local walk. There were 12 of us plus a few dogs. One of the group thought they had booked but was booked at the wrong pub. We said it wasn't a problem we would go elsewhere but the gentleman whom seemed to be in charge said he could accommodate, after a large group had left. Someone who wasn't in our group, apparently moaned about the slow clearing up time. This was not any of our group. However there was a foreign accented lady that should apparently have been cooking in the back who was awfully rude to myself as I waited patiently at the side. I did explain to her that the moaning lady was not in our group but she carried on being very abrupt and rude. Tables were eventually cleared and we ordered drinks and food. These were not cheap. There were some unusual beers and the food list was also rather different, mainly German and listed alsorts of unusual allergies. A glass of wine, pint of soft drink, gammon and chips and a potato and bacon and fried eggs dish came to just on £20. Drinks were ok but food was very small portion, very slow coming out and not the best at all. When I asked where our food was, I was just told it will be coming with a roll of eyes!!! Ladies toilets were a mess also. Real shame as setting was lovely and they let the dogs in. It seemed other groups/tables had happy, friendly service, just we didn't. This seemed based on someone else moaning; someone not in our group. In future I think staff need to be more aware of the positive comments a group makes as a whole and not tar one group with a moaning couple who were nothing to do with us.Still the pub's loss as we go out walking regularly so meet in pubs after but will not be visiting the Hare and Hounds in Abbey Village again.

Second visit here this time I had the Schnitzel with a Mushroom Sauce accompanied by BratKartoffeln sliced fried potatoes very tasty good portions. Steve my bro in law had Gammon egg and chips which looked very nice and he confirmed this. Good selection of Beers including Dogs Bollocks. Nice and clean interior friendly staff. Great place for Dog walkers and Dogs welcomed

Visited for lunch with a walking group having been before previously. First occasion I had the Weiner Schitnell which I thought was ok but hardly filling at £7.95. Second occasion I had the same but it was only available with chips. It was very dry this time and quite tough. Not something I would want to try again. To drink I had a pint of lime and soda....which at £2.20 I thought was extortionate. Most of our group were unimpressed with their choices and I believe we will not be returning.

We visited for a quick lunch and enjoyed potatoes with bacon and fried eggs and pork with a delicious creamy sauce. We will go back as we need to try the schnitzel!

Heard about German dining on Radio Lancs with Sally. The food was delicious and definately home made. Very busy at lunch time, so no actual greeting, but staff friendly. Only a couple of things, decor needs a lick of paint and upholstery outdated and worn. Had a good old fashioned atmosphere of and English pub, but these days I think surroundings are as important as the good food. Will return though.

Nice pub with friendly staff situated in Abbey Village. My boyfriend and I both went for dishes from the German side of the menu and both were delicious. It is very reasonable for the food and the portions are generous. My only negative comment would be that is was a little cold inside the pub the day we visited- thankfully the grub warmed us up though :)

It is not often that you find a good British pub these days, let alone one that does genuine German food and beer 'vom Vass'! If you have not been then you are missing out. Friendly staff and locals - and good conversation either in English or German. The landlady cooks everything from fresh which means that you may have to wait (especially if the pub is busy), but the wait is worth while. The menu does have items in German on it but the staff are happy to explain what they are if you bother to ask and you will be surprised just how delicious German cuisine can be - and they are German sized portions. For those who are a little more staid (I could call them xenophobes), there are equally as good English dishes and snacks on the menu - but there loss is our gain!As the pub is run by a German couple and their daughter, you can rely on the knowledge that they know how to properly look after their beers - and as much care is put in to the mantining of the English beers as they do with the Warsteiner and Loewenbraeu. My personal opinion is that the draft Warsteiner is the better beer - but then these days you can get Loewenbraeu almost anywhere (including supermarkets), be it in a bottle.A little piece of Germany in the heart of Lancashire - long may it last!

Brilliant food, the Bratkartoffel is amazing with a Steak and the Jäger sauce is to die for bursting with flavour and mushrooms! I'll be back :)