The Ship Inn restaurant in East Northamptonshire

Old fashioned pub, just as I like it. Cask ales, excellent bar food.

Excellent service and great food from the light lunch menu.

Typically British, a small pub. The food is really delicious. The service was very friendly and it was clean. Gladly again at any time.

2.5/5. We just moved to Oundle and first came here about 2 months after having our first viewing for what became our current house. Beautiful setting, beautiful pub, freehouse (important!) and some great beers - including Krombacher. Since completing our move though, they seem to have got rid of a few of their beers (inc. the Krombacher, which I rarely see in pubs) and replaced them with the most generic, samey c**p beers you can literally get anywhere - San Miguel, Carslberg, Moretti, Cruzcampo, Madri, etc. The whole point of a free house is that they can stock what they want. Instead, the overwhelming majority of beers on tap is just the usual mass-produced swill, all brewed in the same facility here in the UK whilst pretending to be unique and imported. It’s a real shame that they’ve decided to go down this route. I also feel that prices have gone up. Food is decent, but it’s lost its uniqueness I think and lost a bit of what made it the best pub in town. If the owners or current/new landlords read this - please stop stocking the same awful swill that every other pub including Wetherspoons is stocking.

A really great place. The food was great but the people serving were better still. Really great price as well.

Went to The Ship Inn on two consecutive nights for tea because it was so tasty. The first night we had burgers and the second night I had fish & chips and my husband had the pie. The pie and accompaniments were the best we'd had during our visit to the UK. It included a range of vegetables and the pie itself was delicious. A bit pricey but worth it. Service was also very good. Felt welcomed. Went to another pub initially and not being local, felt like we were not welcomed by the patrons. Stayed at The Ship Inn for one night and the room had all we needed but it was a bit noisy as it seemed a party was being held in the courtyard.

Very friendly staff. Locals drinking pub as well as tourists eating / drinking .Happy hour 5-6 pm . Limited menu but several Specials to complement it.Food well presented , tasty and hot ! We went two nights in a row -says it all really 🙂

Lovely Sunday lunch a bit pricy but nice and welcoming!

What a great gastropub! Loved the Specials offered, and the cosy dining room. The service provided by Prea (I think it’s her name!) it’s outstanding. What a kind and lovely person, it turned the experience even better. Thank you!

One of the best fish and chips I have had in a pub, great atmosphere helped by the couple of bands that were playing at the Oundle Fringe Festival.

Well, what can i say. A just lovely afternoon , with lovely lovely food. A very lovely member of staff called Abi. Nothing was too much trouble, all with a massive smile on her face. A newly promoted restaurant manager,. There's nothing more off putting that coming across a member of staff that doesn't want to be there, like the restaurant down the road. Abi was a very lovely smiley helpful lady that made the gorgeous meal even more enjoyable.

Delicious food, great service, lively atmosphere

Loved everything about this pub. If you ever find yourself in Oundle, Northamptonshire, stop by for a pint or three.

This is a pleasant pub close to the centre of Oundle. It's popular with locals and has a pleasant outside seating area for smokers, stools at the bar and tables for diners. There's a good range of beers and ales and all are well kept. Service is quick and professional, there's always plenty of staff on so there's not a long wait.

Popped in twice whilst at the Oundle Vintage Festival. Several real ales on tap, which were excellent. Old village pub atmosphere with a large garden area and a small dance floor inside the pub if you're having a party.

Menu is limited but the food itself is excellent and reasonably priced. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Awful and run down, at 0430 in the morning a member of staff opened our door and was drunk and tried to get in. Steer well clear of this place

It was a nice meal, lovely fruendly service and good drinks. We were allowed to stay and chat wuthout being pressured to go. Worth a visit and try the chilli.

Such a brilliant friendly pub. Excellent food - will return I'm sure

We celebrated my daughters 18th birthday. Staff are helpful and friendly. Went above and beyond to make us all feel welcome. They were very busy with food but managed to fit us in . Food is excellent with some home made specials which never dissapount. A must if you visit Oundle.

I popped in for a pint with a friend and our two puppies this afternoon. Asked where we could sit with the dogs and was told anywhere. Was even brought a bowl of water for the dogs from the friendly younger chap! (Thank you) we sat there for an hour or so, the dogs being babies did make a few noises but nothing that distracted anyone else after this we then popped to the loo before leaving, taking it in turns to hold the dogs. My dog let out a whimper on seeing me leave him as you would expect from a young dog! A single howl. To which the older grey haired bartender shouted ‘keep your dogs quiet’ one whimper! Really?! After an hour of good behaviour from 10/11 months old pups! So my review is also a question - why do you call yourselves dog friendly if you aren’t? Or is it just the older guy who doesn’t like dogs? Jokes on you we were looking for a nice establishment for a group meet where we could have brought 20+ diners to you - but we have since found a much more friendly environment down the road!!

Beautiful historic pub in a lovely town. Great food and great value. Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely open fire....we will be back 😀 we just stayed overnight at The Ship Inn so we could enjoy the night of jazz which didn't disappoint....the room was lovely, warm and clean...we slept well and will be back to do the same......

Well, let me tell you about this little gem of a place I discovered during my cycling journey – The Ship Inn in Oundle. I was on the saddle, pushing the pedals hard from Wellingborough to Peterborough, when I decided I deserved a wee bit of a break. I wasn't looking for anything fancy; just a spot to catch my breath and refresh myself. And there it was, The Ship Inn, almost as if it knew a weary traveler was in need. As I stepped in, I must admit, I was a touch self-conscious. There I was, a bit of the road clinging to me in dust and sweat, walking into what could only be described as a posh establishment. But my worries were for naught. The place had this inviting warmth to it, and I'm not just talking about the decor. The fireplace, oh, it was a sight to behold! An actual, crackling fire that seemed to say, "Come on over, sit yourself down, and warm those tired bones." It was exactly what I needed, a lovely fireplace making my break not just accommodating, but downright cozy. Now, I didn't get a chance to sample their food – this time, anyway – as I only indulged in a non-alcoholic beverage. But if the drink was anything to go by, I bet the cuisine is worth a try. The service, you ask? Spot on. Friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They treated me like I was a regular, not batting an eye at my cycling attire or the fact that I looked like I'd just emerged from a dust cloud. Despite the posh airs of the place, not once did I feel out of place. The staff and the patrons alike, they were all about the warm welcomes. I tell you, The Ship Inn is one of those places you stumble upon and immediately know you'll be coming back to – next time, perhaps, for a hearty meal after a long ride. In short, The Ship Inn in Oundle? It's a haven for the travel-weary, a spot where the fire's always burning and the welcome's always warm. I'll be sure to make it a pitstop on my future routes, and who knows, maybe next time I'll be telling you all about their culinary delights. But for now, I'll just tip my cycling cap to them for a well-deserved break on a long day's ride.

The pub is olde worlde, pleasant staff. Located main st Oundle. Parking at the back of pub signposted to entry. Remember turn left up road to car park. Had fish chips & mushy peas freshly cooked and hot, skin on chips. Desert apple and fruit crumble with fresh cream. Large portions.Prices very reasonable and very tasty. Would definitely return

some rooms could do with a refresh but staff is friendly, food is great and prices are fair

Lovely pub, lively atmosphere and makes you almost feel like you have traveled back in time. The town is beautiful and a place I would visit again. The ships inn hotel room wasn't the greatest, very basic and maybe need of a refrub but for £39 I shouldn't and won't complain. The Christmas menu was great

Friendly local with good food and drinks

Full of Character and busy, which gave it a great atmosphere. Low ceilings, black timbers and jaunty floors and walls all add to the charm of this old traditional Inn on the High Street. I had a pint of the local beer, very nice indeed really hit the spot.

Didn't have any food just stopped for a drink. What a lovely place. We will be going back and booking a nights stay

Lovely, cosy pub with open fire. Food is always well presented and tasty and good value.

Excellent food at very reasonable prices.

The food was exceptionally good. I was very impressed by the quality.

Just moved to the town , good atmosphere, great seating area outside , well worth a visit ...

Nice, quaint English pub in a historic town. Lovely pint of beer as well. 👍🏿

Big car park but quite full on a Wednesday Lovely food and outside tables good choice menu

Lively, lots of real ale on tap. Good vibe with an varied crowd. Beer was excellently kept! People were all super friendly.

Stayed here 5th August, the staff we’re very friendly and our room was spotless.. everything we needed was in the room … excellent value for money

This delightful old pub is full of character and atmosphere, low old beams showing the sloping floors above, old bricks and stone walls with inglenook fireplace. The walls are adorned with many classic pictures of ships, sailing vessels and war ships.. There are a number of different rooms in which you can chose to eat Outside is a large car park and many eating tables. The menu is extensive and there’s a good variety of specials and all at reasonable prices, a something for everyone collection. We’ve eaten here a number of times and always been delighted with the quality of the meals. Good sized options served at the correct temperatures and nicely presented. We recommend this quintessential English pub.

Great little pub. Gets very busy but only adds to the atmosphere. Lots of beers on tap

We stayed 2 nights here rooms really need refurbished the carpets are dirty and carpet in the bathroom is a def no ! Paintwork very tired ! We went into bar to enquire about a room and had to pay first big mistake if we had seen room first we would have left .we werent given any information noone bothered with us we had to go into bar and ask when we had to leave and what to do with door key . We had dinner on the second night ( they dont do breakfast ) the girl who served us was very pleasant the meals were ok but nothing to write home about . Definately would not recommend you stay there we certainly wont be back .the room was £138 for 2 nights room only .

The food is great, the pub is full of atmosphere and it's genuinely interesting to wander the place and check out the maritime pictures and the wonderful Cutty Sark model. They pull a good pint, too. Recommended.

Met friends at The Ship, lovely non pretentious pub. I had steak and chips, the sirloin was one of the nicest steaks I have had in a long time. 3 of us had steaks and my wife had the beef stroganoff and loved it. Will happily return to spend our hard earned cash again.

Lovely old building, disappointing beer range. Didn't eat there but food looked good

I had the roast beef dinner, the Mrs had the salmon; faultless! Nuf sed! Thankyou.

Visited Oundle with a friend for a bite to eat at Lunch and decided on the Ship Inn as neither of us had visited before. I opted for the (Vegan) Chilli Con Carne (but with non-vegan cheese) with Nacho's and they were happy to accommodate and my friend ordered a steal and ale pie from the specials board. They had a large range of specials but only soup for vegetarians, so great if you eat meat but not so if you don't. My Chilli Con Carne Nacho's were excellent, maybe too much for lunch time but that's not a critism!! Probably better as a sharing dish with a drink and it would be a perfect amount - unless you're really hungry!!! My friend really enjoyed his pie and it did look good too. Service was polite and professional. We sat outside as the sun was just about out and there is ample bench seating in two areas , so I imagine this is a great place to come in the summer time. There were a few flies buzzing around in doors which was a bit off putting. I'd go back or sure. A really old quaint inn with good service and good food set at a realistic price point.

Nice and quiet and a very good sandwich.

The rooms are a bit basic and need redecorating, but they are clean and warm. Bring some ear plugs if you are a light sleeper as you are next to the pub car park.

Great atmosphere, service was fairly quick and is a very busy pub

Great location and enjoyed our stay

Nice real ales to choose from and great to relax by the huge open fire. If in Oundle go to the Ship inn

A lovely family pub that has fabulous nights, great helpful bar staff that make you feel at home as soon as you walk in very happy to call this my local

Great hospitality, wonderful sunday lunch and pukka beers. Table a little sticky.

Excellent all round traditional pub. Staff always very welcoming, beer is kept well and the food is of a high quality and very good value for money. We seem to becoming regulars there. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great evening out

We had a bit of a party in the rear room following some sports matches at the School. Andy, Rob and their cheery team produced top food and looked after us all night. Everyone was glad to stagger back to their very reasonably priced room. To be honest we all love The Ship! Now I even know what a Baby Guinness is?

Had a meal here whilst staying in Oundle. Lovely old fashioned pub with a cosy log fire. Lovely food and resonably prices.

Staff are very friendly. Front part of the pub seems pleasant. Unfortunately, we decided to frequent the rear section of the pub to play a few games of pool. This was cut short as it was absolutely freezing!

Great village/ town pub..... Good bar service.... Popular with the locals...

We have had several superb meals here recently. All very tasty & home cooked, even the puds. The specials are especially good.

Nice old pub pleasant people choice of beers.

Absolutely delicious beef stroganoff. I had it with their triple-cooked skin-on chips which were equally distinctively excellent. With its great old-fashioned atmosphere, good choice of beers and such good staff this is an excellent place to eat and drink.

Decent proper pub. Good music on a Saturday night

Popular, characterful pub well worth a visit. Good craft beers too!

Very traditional old Inn, with a friendly welcome at the bar. We only intended to go for a quick drink on a Sunday afternoon, but decided to have the roast dinner.... THE BEST ROAST SUNDAY LUNCH I've ever had out... So tasty, quality ingredients, well cooked and amazing value. Will definitely return to eat there again.

Visited the Ship today for a late lunch. Hadn't been for a while but was not dissapointed. Still the same good food, good service and an excellent choice of beverages. Some things don't need to change and the Ship is an excellent example of that theory.

Good Food, friendly and efficient service

Great pup decent rooms good food

Stayed in one of thier rooms for 3nights for £69 a night excellent value for money (they don't do breakfast) but they do good food and have a vast array of beers will definitely be going back in the future

My first time to eat here. Very tasty whitebait and sticky toffee pudding to follow. Pleasant and efficient service. Aa

Good food but dogs are allowed which I don't get especially, when the staff pat the dog and when one minute later they are delivering food to the customers

The pub is actually huge as it goes back a long way. We just had drinks but the food looked good. It got quite busy in the evening and had a good atmosphere.

Nice traditional pub with a good selection of beers and spirits as well as excellent food.

Convivial local village pub.. easy atmosphere and community spirited.. visiting from NZ and glad to order my first English pub drink from here in 4 years!

I would like to say that because the young lady who served me was pleasant the experience was at least OK, but the surly attitude of the remainder behind the bar was very unwelcoming. Can't comment on the food as I was put off ordering any, but punters outside seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Sat here stuffed. Good food thanks. 👌

Excellent service in a very friendly atmosphere.

Had dinner at this pub because it was the only place that let us order at 8:55pm before the kitchen shut at 9pm (the Talbot for example didn’t let us) so this is why I give it 4* but the food itself was not very good, 3* for the food. Service was friendly and it has a great atmosphere. There were spiderwebs and spiders at our table so it’s not the cleanest but added to the rustic-ness😅

Could have been better food, fish and chips over cooked beef stroganoff wasn't nice at all. Steaks on special very expensive. A nice pub but food needs improving. Staff very nice and welcoming.

Fabulous sticky toffee pudding and custard

A lovely olde worlde pub , recommended

Stopped in with some friends after a show at the Stahl theatre. Some very unsavoury clientele - we were made to feel very unwelcome and uncomfortable. Would not go back

Excellent choice of beers in an excellent town centre pub

Great little place, fantastic choice and great service.

Nice old pub, could do with a bit of updating inside. Well worth popping in for a drink if in the area.

Proper pub. Quite busy on a Thursday, early Evening, which was nice to see. Outside seating area. Dog's welcome. Excellent choice of real ales. Reasonable prices

A good range of ale and other drinks, food was of good standard, the Ship was positioned across the road from Victoria Hall, so for us having a beer and a bite to eat it was ideal.

Great food and reasonable prices, their fried Halloumi and Salmon are the best!

Great food, great prices, lovely staff and a great feeling country pub!

Went in for lunch, lovely food and lovely service

Basic accommodation, but clean. We had a evening meal which was very nice and served well. Nice beer.

Very pleasant and welcoming pub with character. It has a pool table.

Can't comment on the pub itself as didn't use it but room was certainly not worth £69 a night as heating took forever to heal the whole room and wasn't the cleanest. Wouldn't stay here again.

Nice burger and hot chocolate good service and pleasure to go to

Traditional pub in the centre of Oundle. Log fire, great value and tasty food combined with good service. A couple of the beers were off hence 4 rather than 5 stars. Definitely work a visit.

Thatchers kept very well, lively atmosphere

Always a great service from Bob and the team. A top pub 👍

Great atmosphere and great food and drink for reasonable price. Nice Staff and good facilities x

Everything you want in a pub. The beer selection is great and the atmosphere is exactly what you hope an English bar will be. The food is very tasty and the menu has a broad range of choices. It is perfectly located in the heart of Oundle. A great place for a quick pint or a full meal. Highly recommend!

Great food. Good welcome. Atmospheric pub

Lovely old pub with a good selection of beers, extremely pleasant staff and comfortable surroundings

Was a lovely time. They took us even though we didn't have a booking. We waited about 45 minutes and it was very much worth it. The food was good, the drinks good, the service great, and the atmosphere wonderful. Nice for dinner or drinks with friends or on your own. But please, be kind and request a booking as the staff can only accommodate a certain number of guests at a time. I highly suggest the Ship Inn when you are anywhere close to Oundle!!