The Punchbowl Inn in Rochford

I have been here 3 times since it was reopened and the food never ceases to amaze me. A great chef, I must say. As for the staff, they were very friendly and welcoming. A lovely place for a drink and a chat but if you do go please try the food as you will not be disappointed. I have read other reviews and some people have said it's a bit pricey but you get what you pay for.

Best to book ahead as little options available otherwise. Good food but waited a while for it but was a busy day

Lovely pub, good value bitters at £3.50 a pint. Food was great.

Just what a village pub should be, friendly owners pleasant and polite staff with friendly atmosphere 😀

Went for lunch today and had one of the best Sunday roasts in a long time. Roast pork belly and roast beef. Other dishes included stuffed lambs heart and a great scotch egg starter. Simply great. We will be back.

Beautiful pub with great food. All our meals were hot, tasty and enjoyable. Attentive and prompt service. Only negative is that is a bit of a drive but worth it.

Beautifully renovated friendly family pub. So much effort has been put into making this pub a big part of the local community. And the food is fantastic as well.

This pub, it’s location, food and service are all amazing. The pub it’s self is gorgeous, the service is excellent and food is simply divine. I can’t wait to visit again.

Great night out good food and service

Amazing! Outstanding food from locally sourced ingredients. Great service in a peaceful location and hosts, chef Rob and wife Sally are stars! Beautiful restaurant with so much local history and the ales were great too. They also do themed evenings with quizzes, wine tastings, etc. We had Sunday lunch with a couple of starters to share followed by roast pork and veal liver plus desserts to finish. A real taste experience and the menus change daily. It's not typical pub grub and the quality reflects the prices, so I can't understand some of the lower review scores. This old listed pub with its oak beams and open fires has been transformed into a warming and atmospheric experience..and because of that we will definitely return! Very much recommended.

The hosts couldn’t do more to assist us. They helped charge our EV, They opened the kitchen early for us They varied the menu to suit our dietary requirements All this while the pub filled up with customers eager to join the quiznight

So glad this place has reopened. New owner Sally has done an incredible job. Really welcoming country pub. The menu is superb. We ate from the bbq outside which was delicious. Looking forward to return to try the restaurant menu.

Great atmosphere⭐ Service is fantastic 10 at 10 The Punch has this cosy and welcome ambience that makes you feel relaxed and happy. The food is delightful, these guys cook with their heart♥️ The Wine 🍷🍷experience is sublime. It's like flavours blended with funny. Beautiful people to enjoy with 💖 We absolutely loved.

Great pub with excellent well kept beer and tasty food

Had a few ciders in the garden / bbq area followed by a burger and chips. Chips were on another level, although expensive, worth every penny. Staff were outstanding. A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon under the sunshade sail even though it was raining. Live music topped it off. Look on their website for upcoming events. You won't be disappointed.

Only £16 for a pint and glass of prosecco. Great value.

Had a great meal in the garden last night. The wood pigeon with cabbage was superb. The service was really friendly and helpful. It’s rare to find pubs serving food of this quality locally.

Great little country pub that has been brought back to life! The food is a little pricey, but I had a superb, and fat!, lemon sole with properly delicious new potatoes, with a pear tart to die for! There was a visiting petting farm so parking was difficult, but a member of staff squeezed us in! Thanks. Well worth a visit.

Before me and my friends booked the PB for lunch I did check the reviews online as there does seem to be some mixed ones but also so many positive ones. I am glad I didn’t take any notice as I would have missed out! Thank you Sally for being lovely and helpful and also it was good to meet Rob the Head Chef as well, a real character and has so much passion for his job. This was the first time I have ever been to the PB and it is stunning as soon as you walk in. Bar staff and servers all well presented and atmosphere was great. We had lunch in the garden which was beautiful and had a great view across the fields, I would recommend seating near where the Tortoise is located in the corner as the views from the table are great! The menu was smaller than most pubs, but this I see as a breath of fresh air because it shows its all local and fresh produce and not just put in a microwave and heated up. Great selection of soft drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Cant fault it! 5* Highly recommend and will see at the Petting Zoo at the weekend!

I can't remember when I have been to a better pub The food is exceptional, staff friendly and attentive, great selection of drinks and a wonderful setting for a quick bite or a special occasion

Stunning refit of this pub, just doesn't look the same. Now a quality country pub, friendly staff, relaxing atmosphere & excellent cask ales.

Visited again after being impressed the first time. This is such an idyllic setting, the garden is fantastic and our kids loved the bouncy castle. We have found the food to be consistently good and always well varied from each visit. I used to visit the Punch Bowl with my parents as a child, and it’s great to see it back in action and tastefully put together. We will be back again for the bbq! Well done team.

Fantastic service and food, a real gem of a place with a varied menu and excellent quality

Wow! This is the kind of pub I’ve been longing to visit for years. Nestled in the serene countryside, this beautiful old building exudes charm and character. Recently, after a visit to the RSPB reserve with my son, we decided to stop by the Punchbowl on our way home. After hearing so many glowing reviews, we were eager to see if it lived up to the hype. Spoiler: it did not disappoint! From the moment we stepped in, we felt an immediate sense of warmth and welcome. I had the pleasure of meeting Sally, the owner, who runs the pub alongside her husband Robbie. She enthusiastically shared the fascinating history of the building, revealing a treasure trove of stories that delighted my inner history nerd. Then came the food. I was not prepared for the level of quality we encountered. The menu boasts an array of locally sourced produce, expertly prepared by chef Robbie, whom I also had the pleasure of meeting. He was more than happy to discuss the origins of the delightful ingredients. While some reviews mentioned the prices being on the higher side, I found them entirely justified. Having recently dined at the Roslin, I found the prices comparable. The steak, in particular, was a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The Punchbowl also offers an impressive selection of wines and beers, including a notable range of non-alcoholic and low-alcohol options. As I glanced around, it was clear that everyone else was equally enjoying the cozy atmosphere and the tranquility of this quaint setting. I will undoubtedly be returning, especially now that I hear the beer garden and barbecue are up and running. I highly recommend this gem to anyone who appreciates high-quality food served in a friendly pub setting.

Great to see this pub back open, and enjoy a pint in the beautiful garden. Will be back soon to sample the food.

Went here with friends, food is delicious, beautifully presented, very tasty, enjoyed the oysters, lemon sole was another level, very meaty, every dish was first class. Very friendly staff, welcoming barmaids, We shall return

My husband and myself had booked a table for our wedding anniversary. We were really looking forward to going after hearing how great the food was and the attention to detail. Not at all impressed when they called to see if we could change the day because they had decided to close the kitchen that night for a quiz.

Went to their opening day of the outside bar area. Was great atmosphere and good drinks

Found the lunchtime portions very small and bland.

Lovely place and people. Sat outside in the beer garden and enjoyed a lovely peaceful drink in perfect weather. A perfect country pub.

new owners are so lovely, they've done an excellent job and the interior design is stunning

The last time I visited the Punch Bowl was thirty five years ago when it was a rather grotty and run-down watering hole but now under new management, it's been beautifully restored and renovated. I popped in for a cheeky half last night to find the bar area clean, tidy and well stocked! The bar staff were welcoming, chatty and helpful in offering samples of the real ales on sale. Sitting down in the bar area, the atmosphere was incredibly friendly and I had a lovely chat with Sally the new owner telling me about the history of the pub and the findings that her and her husband have found during the renovation of the building over the last year (all artefacts are displayed around the bar area - its almost a living museum and really fascinating). I was amazed to see that the original beams from the Grade II listed building status were still there and carefully preserved. The outdoor beer garden with bar area was very impressive with views over the open fields, as was the dining area (32 covers in all) - a lovely traditional setting. I will be looking forward to trying dinner there one evening in the very near future, as the menu looks incredibly appetising!

Going back to the 10th May 24 and my 60th Birthday, the wife book a pub near the Punchbowl for 8, we were shown a table isolated from the rest of the dinners and the atmosphere of the pub. Plan B, I called the Punchbowl and asked if they could seat us, they said they would love to help me out and made it clear the table would be a little snug for 8. The table was great, the food was fantastic 👌 and the service was so good. My 60th birthday will be memorable for all the right reasons all thanks to the staff, atmosphere and food at the Punchbowl. Thank You so much x.

I went to the launch day of the garden bar on Saturday 8th June and it’s the second time I have been to the PB as I previously had a meal there a few months ago, I didn’t leave a review after my first visit so I thought I would do now. Its difficult to put into words the transformation of the PB, the moment you walk in it has the WOW factor, all the old features have been restored beautifully and it has been modernised very tastefully in all the right places. The décor inside is just as impressive with lots of old local pictures and also lots of old pictures and trinket’s of the old PB how it was many years ago. Hats off to the owners, builders and all staff involved with the renovation its incredible! The bar staff and servers are very attentive, friendly and welcoming and I even got to meet Rob & Sally and they clearly love what they are doing and it really shows in all areas of the business. The location is beautiful and in the garden has lots of seating and with great views across fields. The atmosphere is fantastic as soon as you walk in and the garden bar is just around the back and is buzzing. The food is all fresh and local produce which I always prefer and appreciate. There is a great selection of soft drinks for the kids and equally great selection of Beers/Lagers and local Ales. Even the non-Alcoholic drinks selection was good so thank you. I don’t write many reviews in fact maybe 1 or 2 over last few years so I felt I should def leave an honest and constructive review. I did read some of the previous reviews which seemed like nit picking for the sake of it. My advice is ignore some of these negative reviews as I cannot recommend enough. If you don’t like what’s on the menu or if you feel menu is too small or expensive then maybe just walk away. Or beforehand check the prices and also check the menu tickles your fancy. If its not for you then maybe stick to you local Carvery or fast food establishment, its not rocket science - Its 5* for me!

Great singer on Saturday, great food and glorious weather!!!!

It's great to see the pub lovingly restored. We called in for a drink but will definitely be back for a meal soon.

Myself and my partner attended the punchbowl tonight. It was amazing! The staff were so friendly and showed us around the new garden area in preparation for the grand opening. The food is insanely good! The scotch egg started and pig cheeks are insane. The menu changes every so often to match the changes in locally sourced produce. The pub is very family friendly and provides a very relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. We went at 7pm and pre booked online it wasn’t super busy inside and the waitress was so lovely and attentive. We will be coming back again! Big massive thank you to the team for making us so welcome! 🩷

Well deserved accolades for it’s restoration and cuisine. Very good selection of beers. Love the attention to detail especially the floors!

Had a fabulous dinner with three friend at the Punchbowl on Friday night. Our third visit and it just gets better every time. The chef really nailed it and everyone had a great evening. We all eat out a lot and everyone agreed you can’t find this standard of food outside of London. Well done and thank you, we’ll be back, soon.

Having waited a while to find this pub and to have the occasion to visit and try what I had heard about it… the time finally came. Firstly all of the food is as fresh as fresh can be and all sourced locally. Whilst fully appreciating that the prices are more than others locally, this is definitely fine dining and was expected. I had a problem from the start in choosing what to eat as all the choices on the menu I could have ordered any one of them. That aside we finally made our choices and awaited their arrival. I had the Asparagus and poached egg my daughter the Pumpkin Fritters and Blue Cheese both heavenly. Next was Potato Leek and Onion Panhaggerty Stilton and Parsley just like my mother used to make and my daughters Monkfish with Yellow Dahl and Pickled Cauliflower a creation from heaven. Any room for dessert you bet and the Apple and Rhubarb Crumble with custard plus the Chocolate Tart and pouring Cream were further examples of the creativity that the chef puts into his menu. Expensive it was but the quality and service was second to none. With a place like this locally it saves us going up to London and searching for somewhere similar and with that in mind cost wise I’d rather pay more locally.

This is such a beautiful pub. We booked a table for 2 in the restaurant with our 3 month old baby and were met with such amazing friendly service by the whole team there. Started with one of each of their oysters, and a glass of fizz. Extensive but reasonably priced wine list, we had the Rioja with our main course, as recommended by Jen, and it was delicious. We followed the oysters with the most creamy perfectly balanced soup. I had an incredible sirloin with fantastic chips and my wife had the purple broccoli pie which she couldn’t stop raving about, accompanied by new potatoes. The chef definitely knows what he is doing here and you won’t have a disappointing meal. The service is really stand-out and they couldn’t have been more accommodating to us on our first restaurant outing with our son. Thanks for being genuinely hospitable, we’ll be back!

Everything was nice except value for money. I came away feeling ripped off. The main course was small and pricey and came without vegetables. I have never been served a main meal which came without some veg, and then had to pay £5 for 5 new potatoes. This philosophy will no doubt see this business fail as few people will make a return visit. A short distance away is The Plough and Sail which does excellent food, is cheaper, and includes vegetables.

Staff are bubbly, welcoming and friendly. Food was great. The chef even put a little smile face on my scotch egg (which as a 37 year old man I greatly enjoyed), and it was cooked perfectly with a runny yoke and all the white fully cooked. 5* would recommend

Stopped off for refreshment on a wslk around Paglesham Church End and was totally impressed by standard of refurbishment, tasty looking menu and friendliness of staff. Well worth booking a table for lunch in a beautiful setting.

Went for lunch bank holiday Monday and was greeted by Sally who made us feel very welcome! After purchasing drinks at the bar we was shown to our seats by Jen who was very attentive throughout our visit 🙌🏼 The food was outstanding and delicious, we had 3 courses and couldn’t fault anything! We hadn’t been since it re-opened and was really pleased with everything from the moment we walked through the door until the moment we left! Complimements to the chef Rob and the rest of the kitchen staff for an amazing meal 👌🏼 We will definitely be returning 😋

Well done, fantastic refurbishment job. Lovely atmosphere and staff etc are very welcoming. Will be back soon. Didn't eat on this occasion.

We came for a roast dinner today. This has got to be the best roast I have ever had. Fresh Mint sauce was divine! Cauliflower cheese was so moreish. Lamb and veg were faultless. So filling. Desserts were amazingly good. My 10 year old loved it as well. Will definitely be back. Thank you to all who made it such a lovely experience.

Without a doubt the best meal we have ever had in Essex. Food was incredible - simple, hearty, fresh, made from scratch. Lovely and peaceful surroundings. A real gem. Looking forward to coming back already.

Absolutely amazing. The building is beautiful, the staff are very welcoming and the beer is kept perfectly. The Landing Gear was better here than in the black box tap room. Definitely worth the trip! 🍻

We recently had a Village evening meal event here and it was faultless on every part. The staff worked their socks off, Happy, helpful and smart. The food was awesome considering we had a fixed budget. Comments from all those who attended have been great and a lovely evening with great surroundings and food was the constant remarks fed back. Thanks Rob and Sally and the staff once again. We'll do it again!!!

Great food and really nice staff

Very warm and welcoming pub , the staff make you feel welcome wether you are just coming in for a drink or come in and try there new lunch menu or an evening meal, Very good selection of ales, Dogs are very welcome too, great out door space front and back , with lovely walks to boot so come down and say hello you won't be disappointed

At last our beautiful Punch Bowl pub has reopened. The new owners, Rob and wife Sally are absolutely amazing and very welcoming! Offering an incredible bar and restaurant menu of excellent food. The gins, larger and ales on tap were perfect and the service was out of this world! We can’t wait to return!

Only could order chips as in between lunch and dinner but cheerful friendly service

Lovely country pub going the extra mile on food and service. Really accommodating friendly staff. Food is not your average pub fayre. The lunch menu is paired back and reasonably priced but still has the same level of detail and quality as the al a carte menu. We were sorry that we were seated next to some very difficult customers that had nothing good to say despite all the best efforts of the serving staff and the head chef. Anyway, that won’t put us off returning again.

Lovely land lady, super friendly and comfortable atmosphere inside, great little hidden gem!

I've been twice now long way out, but it's good for a change in scenery. Nice food we only had light a lunch but on the pricey side. Dog friendly.

Absolute let down, I went with my family a month ago and the food was Great!! Fast forward and it was chaos and with a bland menu! Such a let down

I should have listened to my friend who has already had a bad experience here since the re-opening. I made a reservation for 1.30pm for lunch and was really looking forward to it after visiting many years ago however I have to say all 3 of us were bitterly disappointed. Taking our table I could see there were already other diners in the restaurant, a table of 8, a table of 4, a table of 2 and our table for 3. The waitresses were nice and polite, no question there but when they took our order from the small lunch menu, we were told there was not any sandwiches or sausages and mash left. They opened at 12pm and there are 30 covers. After 20 mins, it became apparent that none of the other tables had received their food yet (14 people) so felt like we were going to be in for a wait. An hour later, after ordering another drink (which didn't turn up, so I had to go to bar) the 3 ploughman’s finally turned up with no apology or explanation for the hour wait (for 3 ploughman’s remember). Pleased the food had finally turned up, we were all less than pleased with what we saw and had waited an hour for. A slice of bread and butter, two chunks of cheese, a bowl of onions, a bowl of pickle and what I can only describe as a chunk of fat, presumably supposed to be ham. Oh and a scotch egg which was nice. I felt sorry for the waitresses who could sense there was a strange atmosphere in the whole restaurant, so I chose not to say anything but promptly asked for bill which was £58 for 3 ploughman’s (sort of) and 4 cokes. Should have listened to my friend.

A fantastic pub, welcoming and accommodating! Lovely selection of drinks and delicious food Whether you are looking for a nice pub to have a couple of drinks at or sitting down for a relaxed, delicious dinner the Punch Bowl should absolutely be a place to consider

A Gem of a little pub! Fantastic fresh local food from a legend chef who knows exactly what he is doing and set out for with this place! The menu is ever changing with fresh, local, delicious, top notch food! And even just for a drink or two, really cosy pub is a beautiful part of Essex. Friendly owners & staff Sally is great behind the bar and always welcoming and chatty. Our much awaited new local!

Really friendly service,good selection of ales. But the food was disappointing. I along with some of my friends had a ploughman's which was rather sparse with its portion size. A bit more bread and cheese, with maybe some celery or an apple would have made all the difference. One of my friends had the cheese and pickle sandwich, and it was literally just that no garnish or crisps. Considering this pub will attract walkers/cyclists more substantial portions I think would be welcome.

Lovely historic pub! Restored beautifully. Nice to see it open again as a pub, as this is an asset of the district. Very friendly staff and landlady. I will be trying the food soon,.on my next visit.

Had a fabulous Sunday roast dinner at the Punch Bowl . Food was presented beautifully. The cauliflower cheese with the roast meats was exceptional. The beef and pork belly cooked perfectly . Biggest Yorkshires I’ve ever seen ! A creative menu very different to other pubs in the area , home made breads etc The pub has been beautifully restored , maintaining the history throughout. Great selection of ales and wines. Dog friendly with a garden that will be a real draw in warmer months. Staff without exception are very welcoming and friendly . The owners Rob and Sally deserve every success.

Had a couple of drinks and some bar snacks. Nice little pub with friendly staff. The menu looked very good and I am planning to go back and have a proper meal.

What a lovely little pub . Popped in last night for a quiet couple. Tucked away in the middle of nowhere it's a lovely spot. The garden will be amazing when its warmer. Has been really nicely done. Had a couple of pints of Broadsword and a freshly cooked scotch egg. Later I tried the home made porkscrstchings. They were fluffy and crunchy as the same time. Great cosy atmosphere around the bar even if you are not eating a meal. Had a really nice chat with some locals and the new owner about the history of the area. Some country pubs around this area make you feel like you are doing them a favour by drinking there...certainly not so here.

I can't comment on the food, as we've not eaten there; however, we love to pop in for a couple of drinks. The staff are so lovely, and many are local (as are we), so it always makes for good conversation. It's great that Rob and Sally are doing something different in terms of dining. There are plenty of "pub" food pubs in the area, so a different option is good. Would totally recommend.

This is a fantastic pub. Lovely people, beer local and very fresh, and the food is exceptional. The restoration looks amazing and I love the detail in the artwork. Well done to the whole team.

Good to see this pub back.. My wife says one of the best Sunday roasts she has had.. I had the fish very good.. Not cheap but you pay for what you get. Very busy so obviously they are getting it right. I hope they do well.

Overpriced and little choice. Menu is very limited and marked price does not include any veg etc. Eg steak is just the meat alone on the plate.

Friendly staff but food very expensive, This is a very old pub not for the average payed person. Need to have normal food sometimes. Okay for just a drink.

Absolutely delicious meal for Valentine’s Day. Every course was a real treat and the service was brilliant. Could not recommend more. Great ambiance, beautiful setting. Best restaurant in Essex by a long way!

Perfect. Food was faultless, staff were exceedingly warm and welcoming and the pub has been restored to the highest standard. The attention to detail and excellent food sets the pub apart from anywhere else in the area. Recommend to go and will be telling everyone to go as well! Well worth the price!

The Punch Bowl has been lovingly restored and now has the feel of a really welcoming, cosy, country pub in one of the very few unspoilt villages left in South East Essex. The bar has a great selection of beers and the intimate restaurant area is serving top quality food. The owners, Rob & Sally are friendly and attentive and the service in the restaurant is excellent. We've eaten there a couple of times since it reopened and would recommend the clams with chilli and white wine, the vension tartare, the fallow deer and the halibut - all were amazing. It's also a great place to stop for a drink whilst on a dog walk, as the bar is dog-friendly.

Terrible, overpriced (£38.00 for fish and chips!), food poor, rude staff, just absolutely rubbish.

The Punch Bowl exceeded our expectations with impeccable service and a warm atmosphere. The Mallard was cooked to perfection, and the pork belly was divine. The staff made us feel incredibly welcome and comfortable throughout our dining experience. Highly recommended for a delightful evening out with friends!

Lovely pub just been for a drink and met friends, lovely surroundings and good beer and wine. Can't wait to come back for a meal..

Rather over priced, £94 for 2 steaks small bowl of chips and some lettuce leaves and 2 pints 1 wine and a soft drink. No fires alight rather cold in there.

Food good but really expensive. Went for mid week lunch, only 5 choices on main menu (2 of which were steak). No vegetables or chips accompany the meat or fish selection and had to pay £6 for a very small portion of chips for each of us. Over £80 for 2 of us and left hungry. Lovely surroundings and staff good, but went there to eat so left very disappointed and dissatisfied. You have been warned

High quality food, excellent service. Beer kept very well. Not cheap but not standard pub food.

For sunday lunch 26 pound x peson for roast beef alone is a bit expensive i understand that cut of meat on the bone but if you add up starter and sweet and a drink will cost you about 50 to 55 pound x person dont forget 12.5% service charge on top ...leave you to decide if expensive or not pleaice absolutly lovely toilet immaculate staff really nice and polite and really chatty ...would get back for drink only..also the food that i seen come in out looked reallly really good and well presented...i didnt eat here sorry i wouldnt spend that kind of mind on sunday lunch

Great food and really friendly staff , will be returning soon

Really friendly service, amazing food and great to taste the local oysters.

Sally came and had a chat and made us very welcome 😁

Great to see it back open again. Nice ales on tap.

Lovely to see this beautiful old pub reopen after it's former owner closed 6 years ago. The new owners offer a small menu of excellent food. The beer was perfect and service friendly. Delighted and will soon be back.

Lovely to see this pub sympathetically restored and open again. A welcoming and cosy environment, whether you're dining or just having a drink at the bar. We dined and enjoyed a delicious meal, making this one of the finest dining experiences in the Rochford area

I ate here last night and was blown away. Beautiful pub with new owners and menu as of Jan. 24. Completely refurbished and just reopened. Locally sourced food, really welcoming atmosphere , beautiful interior and new garden. Did I mention the fantastic range of local and imported beers can't wait to go back. I'm sure the new menu will be posted on here soon.

Poppped over today as Google says its open. Its not (yet). Hed a look though and they have done a really nice job doing it up. No one around to ask so I'll keep you posted

Very good restaurant in catering for our large party of 30+ for Sunday lunch. Good menu friendly staff.

Sad to see this place go. My father and I used to cycle here for a beer and lunch then cycle home. Had lovely people lovely beer and good food.

Lovely traditional pub with good beer and atmosphere .very sorry it has closed for good

The Punch Bowl has all the makings of an excellent country pub with its superb decor and beautiful building. The problem i have always found with it is that the wrong people run it. They are not so friendly and overcharged their menu prices when they first took over.

A proper country pub! Worth the drive out to it's beautiful xx

Four of us enjoyed a relaxing evening in the Punchbowl. A good menu with plenty of choice washed down with reasonably priced quality wine. I have been visiting this pub for 30 years and the new owners have made a great effort to preserve the pubs traditional qualities but with a more modern twist, long may it continue. We were easily able to order a taxi back into Rochford, only a few minutes away, so whilst in beautiful rural location it really isn't that far off the beaten track.

Took my mother to revisit her childhood haunts and had hoped to end with a good lunch at The Punchbowl. Helpful person took phone booking for late (2.30pm) lunch: when we arrived, the dining room was very busy, and appeared to be seriously under-staffed (we only saw one waitress). It took an hour from the time of our arrival for our food to arrive -- or even to get the tap water we'd asked for when we placed our order. By that time, the dining room was almost empty and even the table next to us (who'd arrived 20 mins after us) had almost finished their main course. Food was OK (we hadn't ordered anything unusual): my mother enjoyed her cottage pie, and the other dishes were fine, despite an over-dependence on large quantities of melted cheese. But by then it was too late for pudding, and there was no explanation or apology for the delay which suggests either a total lack of awareness of their customers or that they regard that sort of wait as entirely normal -- in either case, I won't be going back! A pity. (I'd have given two-and-a-half stars if such a thing were possible.)

Been here twice for Sunday roast we all loved it. cosy and beautiful surroundings. The food was real home cooked fayre very well presented. The roast potatoes were amazing. Check the blackboard for their daily specials. It's not cheap but it's special. Well worth it. Going back soon. The staff greeted us with a smile as well, top marks.

We took my Brother and Sister in law visiting from Canada they loved the atmosphere in the pub, the service and meals were lovely.

Even though we had pre booked our table, our early arrival was met with a very friendly welcome. Although the menu was fairly limited, the quality of the home cooked food was excellent. The lasagne, fish pie, gourmet burger and curry special were well cooked and very tasty. In addition,the service was first class and we would recommend a visit.

Friendly lovely ales and some nice cider!