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Nº 145 in 431 in Guildford

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Great little hidden away gem. great welcoming atmosphere heart of the community. Service fantastic and great staff a credit to the local area

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Pompeys Batman David Webb . 2024-09-08

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Went for a drink after getting off the Train. This pub definitely had the best atmosphere and the friendliest staff.

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Geoff Smith . 2024-07-26

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I angered the landlady - the train station drop off area was completely full, and there was no room for me to turn round. I dared drive into the pub’s carpark to turn round. She came up to me to have a big shout. It felt a bit unhinged. She bellowed at me, as I sat there, “2 things, firstly can’t you read!? And secondly, you came flying in here!! We’ve got kids playing in the park, you could have hit them!” I can read. I didn’t come “flying in” I had to stop to let another car out, how fast could I possibly be driving?? I’m guessing she was having a tough day, but in polite society there’s no need for her shouting like that. It’ll be tough for me to stop here for pint ever again when waiting to collect people from the station, which is something I did semi regularly

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Richard Major . 2024-07-20

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Landlord seems to think sheltering from the rain under the empty pub’s outdoor seating area damages profits so much he provides you with a lecture before kicking you out in the rain. Ok pub that I’ve drank at before, a shame the landlord is so sensitive about his extremely sticky outdoor tables.

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Charlie Eaton . 2024-07-18

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My Husband and I had our wedding reception at this pub. Our experience was wonderful. They sorted the food, tables, table covers, bows for the back of the chairs etc. It looked amazing. The food was what we requested, and was very tasty. They even sorted out our last-minute theme decoration drop-off and checked the play area, as we had many little children with us. I would 100% recommend this pub.

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Philippa Thomas . 2024-07-07

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Nice little pub next to station

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bob baker . 2024-07-07

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Popped in for a Guiness on the way home. Beautifully poured and satisfying 👍 Great atmosphere, really friendly people 😁

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Jim Summerfield . 2024-07-04

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Not at all friendly. I used to come here often when Margaret was landlady, but on arriving there yesterday my car was approached by a woman as I was sat chatting to my friend in the car. I wound my window down and I was told that I couldn't park there in quite a gruff way as, whoever the woman was, didn't bother with asking whether we were pub customers - just went on about the signs and that I was going to get fined for being there - decision made - will not be returning.

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Petina Solly . 2024-05-29

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Must have caught them on a bad day

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Ija Thomson . 2024-05-21

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Had a drink on our walk for the day. Very pleasant man that served us. We sat outside . Nice little pub

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SUE BELCHER . 2024-05-17

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New owners are great, friendly and good to chat to. visited the pub Saturday night just gone and the pub was rocking compared to previously when it was empty at night.

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David Read . 2024-04-16

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One of the best pubs in the area. Service is excellent and the people are warm and welcoming. Great selection of beers. Tried other pubs in the area and the beer always tastes better here. Michelle and Jason the landlords are so warm and welcoming and make you feel at home and at ease.

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paul james . 2024-04-06

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Wow!! Ive worked at this pub since I was 15yrs old and never has anyone made my little boys day like this! He is a massive spiderman fan and Jason went above and beyond to make Max's dream come true on meeting the real spiderman!! It's the little things that count and I honestly can't thank the old ford enough! I have one very happy 4yr old so thankyou Jason and Michelle! If you haven't already please come to this amazing pub. X

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Megan Murray . 2024-04-05

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Brilliant atmosphere with friendly regulars and staff - would 100% recommend popping in for a drink and maybe stay for the music

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James Cassidy . 2024-04-05

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After patronising this pub for many years, the new management who have just taken over have turned out to be hostile to LGBT groups. Very disappointed.

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Helen Banfield . 2024-04-01

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Skye hosted my dad’s 60th birthday party on Saturday the 16th of March! And I can honestly say she ensured we had the best evening! Both Skye and Ashley were very prompt and pleasant when serving the guests. We will 100% recommend Skye. She ensured everything ran smoothly and made us have the best night celebrating!

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Chelsea . 2024-03-20

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Great venue for a wake or other family gathering

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Joanne Sims . 2024-03-02

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Popular and pleasant pub for a drink Sunday pm

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James Roberts . 2024-01-28

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Only went for a drink with my brother Staff are very friendly and welcoming

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Glyn Evans . 2024-01-11

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We hired the hall for a 21st birthday which turned into a surprise engagement!. Excellent staff, very accommodating. Very good for around 40 people also if needed can sit in the pub area as well for older people to have a rest from the party music. Access to outside garden area as well and easy transport in the area if visitors want to drink alcohol. Very good price, but speak with the landlady as can vary dependent on how many people.

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Marc Osborne . 2024-01-10

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Pub is alright, food is decent. There was horrible drunk men around harassing people and when reported, no action was taken. Very unprofessional behaviour won’t go again

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Makayla Barite . 2023-12-19

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Arrived at this pub bearing in mind we had been warned about the management and their attitudes being poor. Went in respectfully ordered our drinks and sat down. Whilst I was on my way in I was being stared and made to feel uncomfortable by 4 men outside. Had to go back to my car to get change to pay for this pool. On my way back, I was blocked by one of the men unable to get back into the pub and was given inappropriate comments right in front of my face. They knew I was alone so thought it was good to intimidate a 20 year old girl. After they did this, the men sat down continued to make comments about my appearance and my behaviour to the harassing gentlemen. I went in and told my partner who came out to my defence as any right person would do. However the land lady came out and asked what happened and I explained the situation very calmly and appropriately, hoping she’d understand as a woman. And instead of defending the victim, they protected their regulars and made my feelings and experience invalid and kicked me out in a very unpleasant way

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Lucy_ Erica . 2023-12-18

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I attended the Old Ford Pub for a friend's birthday a few weeks ago and had a lovely time. Really great location, just by the train station! The staff were all very attentive and friendly with quick service.

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Bryony Pearce . 2023-12-15

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The pub had three good beers when we arrived and within an hour and a half there was none! This was a busy Saturday night. I thought it just meant changing a barrel but apparently no beer in the cellar either! Very strange!!

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Chris Carkett . 2023-12-10

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We had a lovely night. Great staff and service. A lovely welcoming pub.

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Benn English . 2023-10-15

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Nice little pub, shame it is as quiet as it is when I visit.

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Hazel Jordan . 2023-10-02

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Not happy no Timothy tailor but doom bar was good see you soon the wandering beer taster

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Richard Symons . 2023-10-02

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Wasn't the greatest circumstances as was there for a wake but first time visiting and really really nice place. Lovely and helpful staff, very friendly and good atmosphere all round. Function room was spacious and also large outside seating area with small park for the kids to play. Also has a car park and right next door to a train station. But would definitely recommend

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Geoff Crawford . 2023-08-28

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Came in to watch the Women's football during lunch, and the manager and staff were very welcoming and friendly, offering great service, and good food and drink!

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dong ming lau . 2023-08-23

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A very and welcoming pub,the staff were very friendly

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Brian . 2023-08-14

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Called in for a few drinks. Guest ale was doombar and lucky to catch happy hour Very warm welcome as always and was nice to have someone to chat to. Thanks to all at the old Ford.

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David Oxley . 2023-08-11

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Staff superb and all the patrons very friendly!

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David Donnelly . 2023-08-10

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Stopped off for a beer. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

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Norman Ballentine . 2023-07-20

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I have been coming here for a few months now. My visit on Friday 07 July coincided with an early evening live entertainment stint which really made my day it was so pleasant to have live entertainment on an early Friday. As usual the staff were incredible and the overall ambience was as usual great. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.

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Brendan Kinch . 2023-07-08

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Never been here before until today. Really good value for money. Had lunch, food was so nice, and inexpensive, I've paid more elsewhere for what I had and it's been bad. So this was really good. Very friendly ladies behind the bar also! And very accommodating and helpful when asking for a highchair for the baby. Also looks like it has a nice outdoor space too!

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Sarah Homewood . 2023-06-30

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A great little pub with a great lunchtime sandwich selection. Plenty of outside seating, pool table and dartsboard. Show the sport as well 👍🏻

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George Jones . 2023-06-21

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Good evening the band were very enjoyable they engaged with use the audience and played some good tracks worth the effort to see .The pub has a good vibe and the prices ok at 15.60 for 2and a half pints of bitter and a pint off orange juice and lemonade. Luckily the people we were with helped a lot

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Philip Peters . 2023-06-11

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We celebrated a 70th birthday party at The Old Ford. Nothing was too much trouble for Margaret at her team, the food was great and a lovely time was had by all! Highly recommended.

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Paddy Croft . 2023-04-24

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I did not like it. Ordered some chips found some hairs stuck in the melted cheese.

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Antonello artieri (Rohaldos) . 2023-03-28

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Spent Mothers Day here. Fab 3 course meal, reasonably priced, lovely food. Bar staff incredibly attentive. Mums were treated so well, with some lovely extra touches. This pub is a hidden gem. Definitely recommend.

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Nina Egge Daborn . 2023-03-19

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Good old fashion pub lovely people and always good fun chris

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Chris Seabrook . 2023-02-26

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A nice pub warm welcome a good choice of beers good bar snacks and plenty of entertainment

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Mike Hone . 2022-12-24

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Karaoke night, it was lovely:) great atmosphere.

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Ellen Wright . 2022-12-24

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Went for impromptu Sunday lunch. Best described as a proper quaint english pub with loads of character. Staff were awesome from the start. Sense of humour, chatty, cheeky and cheerful. A credit to the place, thanks. Food was good but not spectacular. Plenty of veg, meat, sauces, gravy, etc. No complaints at all. If you want fine dining then this is not where you should come. If you want a hot, filling, typical British sunday lunch, then give this place a try. £11.50 for main plus apple crumble and custard. Drinks were reasonably priced too. £38 all in for 3 of us. Thanks for making us feel welcome.

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Gary Kristensen MBE . 2022-10-30

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Nice pub. Recently had a refurb. On the up. Tidy kids area Great atmosphere. Just started serving food

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Ben Wilson . 2022-10-06

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Something you rarely find these days, an independently owned pub with a very warm welcome. Footy on the telly, great selection of beers, friendly staff and in Margaret a top landlady. We often pop in for a drink (very reasonably priced) and it’s like a home from home. We recently hired the back room for our son’s birthday party. The buffet supplied by Margaret was first class and we were able to use the room as we pleased. If you fancy a quiet pint in a homely environment then you won’t find much better. Equally if you’re looking for somewhere to hold a small party then I’d highly recommend.

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daniel crennell . 2022-10-01

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Nice pub to stop before catching a train

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Giedrius Petronis . 2022-09-20

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A family ' do' catered for efficiently. Plenty of space both indoors and out.

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Christine Hooper . 2022-09-12

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I accompanied a black friend of.mine as was made to feel extremely uncomfortable 😐

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Samantha Bourke . 2022-08-31

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Very good.friendly staff.realy well priced pints and on the train station.a cold one before the train is a winner.

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James Long . 2022-08-24

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Had not been to the Old Ford for a few years, returned last night and WOW. So much has changed, the garden looks great, with loads to keep the little'uns occupied. The seating area is more defined and bordered with a fence, large gazebos keep everything undercover so you can still enjoy your day/night in the rain. Julia and the team really have turned it around for the better. Roll on the end of restrictions so we can get back inside for the entertainment. Without a doubt I'll be revisiting.

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Aide Myatt . 2022-08-14

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Visited a few weeks back but only got round to reviewing it now. One of the best pubs I've ever visited... friendly clientele and staff really make the place and the last train to Reading is late enough for you to let your hair down. Prices are pretty low by southern standards, and honestly you will not regret going here. Wish I still lived in the area!

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Patrick Thornbury . 2022-08-07

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Popped in for a pint and it had changed a lot since I was last in (quite a while ago). Very nice bar and a lovely pint too. Will be back.

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Neil Earl . 2022-07-30

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Secluded quiet pub in woodland. Good ales &staff, free parking.

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Larry (Laz) . 2022-07-19

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Beer is good, there was some live music when i was there and the band were good.

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Tim Jones . 2022-07-11

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What a fabulous find! Stumbled across this gem yesterday and was warmly welcomed by the landlady. Great atmosphere , great food and a top spot. Will 100% be back. Thank you

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S . 2022-07-11

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Fabulous night celebrating Ali's 60th birthday. Bar staff very friendly. Thank you for a great evening

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Sharon Pepin . 2022-07-10

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Great pub, especially when the sun is out.

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Ijesu 78 . 2022-07-07

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Disappointing selection of ales and ciders

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David Gaylard . 2022-06-14

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Lovely pub with friendly people, and the best pub food I have ever tasted! It has a park if you have kids that need to burn off some energy and the staff are amazing!

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holly James . 2022-06-02

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Our lovely little local. "Mark the chef" is superb with the food! Very dog and child friendly! Very welcoming with the world's best staff! Wonderful landlady where nothing is ever to mich trouble! Proves hard work pays off, very well done to everyone at the old ford! 👏 ❤️

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Sophie Maugham . 2022-06-01

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Nice pub, in-between the Blackwater River and North Camp Station. Nice place to meet my parents either from their home or on route as its half way between their house and mine in Guildford, I use the railway lines a lot! Great selection of Ales plus good history of the pub!

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Dylan Thomas . 2022-05-31

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Good beer, reasonably priced. Clean, nice atmosphere. Lots of beer garden seating. Friendly staff.

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MatRach Howe . 2022-04-22

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Such a lovely place to spend a sunny Saturday held my sons first bday here was a hit. Margaret the landlady was amazing so accommodating the venue itself is a fair size pub with a function room in the back and good garden for kids. Good prices wonderful atmosphere and lots of parking.

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Beth Neave . 2022-04-22

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Wonderful. From the food to the landlady

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Simon Mitchell . 2022-03-11

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Green haired bar tender was bare cool

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Kalsang . 2022-02-25

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A great pub atmosphere. We were served by a lovely girl with green hair who was very friendly and welcoming! Really quick service too. Thank you!

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Abigail Aston . 2022-02-22

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I went here for a family wake, plenty of parking, friendly staff, good food, and a great selection of beers, wine and everything else you would expect from a great pub.

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Rob Wilkinson . 2022-01-22

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1 st visit for around 10 or more a very warm welcome from Karen. Have always liked coming here when in the area . Usually a good choice of ales. Been spruced up since my last visit but still the same atmosphere . 5 star's every time

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David Oxley . 2021-12-08

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Good band from the 60s playing on the night. Brought in a good crowd of contemporaries and younger people.

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phillip alexander . 2021-11-15

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Great friendly atmosphere made to feel welcome

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Dotty Beardsall . 2021-10-18

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Brilliant atmosphere. Lovely place with excellent bar staff. Wanted to stay for longer 🍺

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Leo Clark . 2021-09-05

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Amazing public house...im new to area...very friendly cannot fault this place...everyone very happy..will defo visit again

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Scott Downer . 2021-09-02

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It's a good place to go Nice people

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Philip Noyce . 2021-08-23

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What a nice surprise. I had 25 minutes for my train and there was this pub. Friendly staff and nice beer.

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kym crathern . 2021-08-23

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Great festival friendly vibes , fantastic music and all for charity x

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Rebecca Higgitt . 2021-08-14

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Great little place next to the staion, great selection of drinks and the staff were really friendly. Only negative was some of the language used by the guys outside was uncalled for. Next time we are using the station we will definitely return 😊😊

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Lorraine Woolley . 2021-07-12

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Great local, friendly staff and lovely landlady

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Andy Gallagher . 2021-06-15

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Great pub. After an evening out in Guildford and returning to northcamp we stumbled across The Old Ford on the way home. We received at very warm welcome by the owner, the service was quick and fantastic. We were happily watched over by the pub dog Toby, who was more than friendly. Definitely coming back. Thank you for your hospitality. From Joe and Bonita

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Joe Spratley . 2021-06-14

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Really nicely organised with lovely helpful staff. My word this has improved since my last visit. Thank you the old ford.

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Graham Wingate . 2021-05-28

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Great fun really injoyed last night will be coming back soon

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Patrick Campos . 2021-05-23

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Visited pub, today, as its motorcycle madness, day. Good service, given the number of people, and a free hotdog, as I were on a bike. Good stuff, recommended.

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Graham Lawson . 2021-05-22

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Excellent friendly service. Good beer. COVID compliant. All round excellent.

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John Bray . 2021-05-14

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Love a cold beer chilling in this pub

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Mark Spiller . 2021-04-26

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Amazing pub. A little hidden gem. Food amazing, staff attentative and friendly. Very safe and organized venue. A must if you are in the area.

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Lorraine Disney . 2020-12-18

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In this climate when the local pubs are needed most arrogant landlords are using to their advantage. Not this place a real find, local patrons and a brilliant atmosphere.The roaring fire wins hands down and the owner Julia is more than attentive with the restrictions and providing a fantastic service. The locals are a friendly bunch too even if the loudest does support QPR......but that aside a fantastic mix of drinks and bar food with hopefully a great sunday roast when things ease off. All in all a great little treasure and well presented and staffed give this place a visit and you will not be disappointed.

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Power Domestic . 2020-12-09

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Brilliant local pub great food and atmosphere lovely people and open fires. 100% recommend

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Hungry ofHampshire . 2020-12-09

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Great pub with friendly staff. I live near 4 or 5 local pubs and will happily drive a bit further for the atmosphere and delicious wine served at The Old Ford!

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Caitlin Hickman . 2020-11-12

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Staff are polite and freindly...also very strict with the covid rules, which I am very impressed with as some other public houses lack government safety measures. Food is very nice on Sundays, people there are very welcoming and polite I think the old Ford caters for everyone. Very happy to pop in there from time to time Martin James

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Martin James . 2020-10-28

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A good ' old school' English pub with well kept beer and a top of the range landlady. No loud music to ruin conversation. Strict mask and hand sanitizer rules ensure a safe but welcoming atmosphere. Great Sunday roast menu.

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Terry Horstead . 2020-10-02

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Excellent beer not bad price. Excellent friendly landlady. Great night

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Chris Tomlinson . 2020-09-02

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This was our lovely local, Julia the landlady was fantastic and the team were awesome, always made you feel welcome and always had a good time, will miss this place!

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Sarah McBride . 2020-08-30

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Great pub service and beer they also have a cigarette machine behind the bar🍺🍻

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Paul Webb . 2020-08-04

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Lovely staff, comfortable environment. Always a good pub to for night out or just a afternoon beer.

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Cherie Pittock . 2020-03-14

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Very friendly clientele, liscencee / owner always makes me feel welcome as I'm not local, only go when visiting a friend. She always remembers what I drink from the first visit. Covered smoking area with heaters, always a bonus

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Jane Carson . 2020-03-08

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What a brilliant night thankyou for the invite x

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Karen Farrow . 2020-02-29

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Great place entertainment fantastic

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Mark Strudwick (Struddy) . 2020-02-29

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Really good staff, friendly welcome great pub.

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Rob . 2020-02-08

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Excelent place. Excelent people

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Adrian De Nicola . 2020-01-13

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Staff were really friendly and welcoming, the pub has a great atmosphere also. Sunday's beautiful and presented fantasticly. Would highly recommend

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Amy Collins . 2020-01-02

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