The Tavern Inn in Cotswold - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

We went to this charming village to see the Thames Head, on the way we noticed this convenient pub outside the railway station of Kemble. We went inside and got some food which included their Sunday roast and Chicken goujons were phenomenal along with their local ales and tap lemonade. The staff are also the friendliest staff we have came across in a pub. Highly recommend this hidden gem in the Cotswolds. 5/5.

Great friendly service, great Sunday roast. Great outdoor area. The 3 meat roast was very tasty. Arrived very promptly.

Popped out for a family get together Shift manager(landlady?) was rather blunt with paying customers Wait on food was long Won’t be going back anytime soon

We really wanted to love the roast here, after reading the reviews we thought we were in for a treat. However, as per the vast majority of roasts out, we were disappointed. I asked if the three meat roast would mean it was huge and when we were told it wasn’t, most of us went for that. One slice of ok beef no bigger than the palm of my hand, Chicken breast that had an almost barbecued flavour and then the gammon. Or should I say rasher of bacon! I kid you not, it literally was a rasher of bacon, most odd meat I’ve had in a roast! All the accomplishments, bar the cauli/broccoli cheese were underwhelming. Very good gravy though.

Food and staff fantastic home from home feel. Lovely beautiful spot fantastic to see the bikers supporting the loca area, I was shocked to see the community mins meeting moaning about the noise their motor bikes at the end of the day, they soon moan if the pub was not their, they bring fantastic value to pub and put money in to the local pub village so this all fine by me, And support charities, All because of the local neighbour hood watch at number 10 Topfarm, Come on it's only once a week

Outstanding meal this evening, lovely atmosphere and good service. Good price and we definitely return in the very near future.

Visited the Tavern with family in December. They had a large xmas group but were very honest about the wait times and took our order anyway. The food arrived in good time and was very tasty and nicely presented. All the staff were very friendly and helpful and we would definitely return

Having just been for a wild swim in the nearby Thames I needed something to warm up. The staff were very friendly there and went out of their way to help. Harriet did me a nice soup with croutons and a mulled wine. They even put up with me warming my socks up on the radiator! Handy being just a stones throw from the railway station too!

After a lovely walk to see the Source of the Thames, we came across this pub for a lovely lunch and were welcomed with a friendly smile! The chicken wings and onion rings were delicious and the staff were so friendly and chatty! We were even offered a lift back to Ewen where are car were parked which we gladly accepted because of the rain! So kind of the owner :) Would absolutely recommend and seems like they do lots of events and social activities. If only we lived closer I would come back!

Very freindly and helpfull staff. Located just opposite the South (Northbound) side of Kemble station their kitchen takes orders upto 22:00 (or perhaps a little earlier). By the end of the evening the menu selection may have decreased somewhat. Food quality was fine and typical for a country Inn.

Surprise find - we sort of stumbled on this place and decided to have lunch. Was excellent - we had brie wedges and prawns with chilli sauce and both really good and reasonably priced. Service was friendly and good. Was nice day and we ate in their large garden.

Booking is a must. Very friendly warm welcome. Busy with locals. Disability friendly (no high steps. Toilets on one level) We had homemade falafel, chips and salad (V) and fish and chips. Both meals were delicious. We were encouraged to take part in the quiz night, this is not a regular thing for us, and we had a great giggle.

We haven't been here for some time,I had a ploughmans it was beautiful ham cheese,my husband sausage chips,all presented very fresh and looking very appetising.hopefully return soon for Sunday lunch. Would very much recommend the tavern as a place to visit.very friendly,quick efficient service.looks like getting ready some shepherds hut to stay in but not ready yet.very handy near the train station.avery pretty area of the Cotswolds. The day we visited they were having a BBQ evening for the bikers meet apparently very well attended.please go support this pub u won't be disappointed

We had tackled the local footpaths for 3 to 4 hours throughout the morning so were ready for a rest and sustenance. Our group of 12 had arrived in a number of cars which were comfortably parked in the ample car park ready for a 10.00am start to our meet. We collected drinks from the bar on arrival and were shown to our prepared tables where our meal orders were taken. Individually prepared meals were delivered in quick time by friendly accommodating staff. Overall a good dining experience.

Can be hit and miss, don't take any notice of the food signs as you can plan to come, be sat down to be told the kitchen is closed at 3pm on a Saturday! No notices online or around the pub to advise! Didn't stay for a drink just left and went elsewhere. 2 members of staff walked past me waiting to be served whilst holding a food menu, didn't smile or acknowledge or again...advise there is no food on. Seems they serve food as and when they can be bothered. won't be back as this is not the first time it's happened and you can't plan for it.

We were very grateful to all the Staff at the Tarvern for arranging a family meal for nine of us at very short notice. It was Easter weekend & we all enjoyed the tasty meals & the three children with us were well fed & enjoyed the outside play area. We look forward to visiting again & staying at the soon to be completed "Shepards Huts" and enjoying some more of the excellent hospitality.

What a fab place - super pretty, welcoming, friendly, warm and the food was top notch - we had home made veggie casserole- deelish! Loads of choice for meat eaters too. Yum. Thanks for a lovely meal and welcome x

My two friends and I had booked at another restaurant and because of flooding we couldn’t get there. My friends had to catch a train to return to London from Kemble station. We cancelled our booking we had made and arrived at the Tavern only to be told that they were full. We asked one of the staff in the car park (Becky) if she could think of anywhere we could go with limit time and not too far. She explained somewhere we could try avoiding the flooding. Just as we were driving out, she called us and said would you mind eating outside? When we agreed she said I will make it happen. We managed a roast dinner and two bottles of wine. Such kindness when the kitchen was under pressure. The food was OK but the reception and the staff were wonderful.

Excellent customer service, really friendly and helpful team and couldn’t do more to assist us. We came for lunch during the jubilee and sat in their wonderful outside space under the canopy. We were running late but they kindly still allowed us to put in an order and service was with a smile.

The new outside space and bar is fab great for food drink and new outside space is fab definitely worth a visit it is amazing a hidden gem and right by Kemble station 5 mins from Cirencester highly recommend

Went there for Sunday lunch for a roast with the family. Nice pub, good service. Food very average. Looked good when served, but lacked any interest!!! I did ask the landlady prior to ordering, if the beef is a joint & carved off the bone, she said yes and it wasn't, it was pre sliced. Pre sliced beef you get at most pubs and lacks flavour. The veg option looked good, again no flavour. Sad to say not the best meal. Oh well, you live and learn.

We had a takeaway Sunday lunch from here, 2 beef and a chicken. They were all excellent, loads of veg. The young girl in the pub was very friendly, pleasant and informative, many thanks you gave a great welcome.

Had the misfortune of having Sunday lunch at this Pub. We chose the beef and asked for it well done which it was. The meat was full of gristle and basically inedible. It came with sage and onion, I think, stuffing(?), shredded carrot(?) and cabbage. Not conventional nor pleasant. The only things that were good were the roast and mash potato and the additional pigs in blankets. Having travelled from various parts of S.England to meet, only 2 meals of the 6 were good and it spoilt a much anticipated meeting of friends. We will not be back !

My mum and myself decided to come to The Tavern for a spot of lunch. Greeted by Becky and Sarah who were happy to chat :) Both myself and mum had the Mushroom Linguine which was excellent and got to be best pasta I’ve ever...

Great burger and spicy chicken burger - Nice to have a mid week drink after work on a sunny evening and lovely to see all the different bikes over a hundred in the car park, very safe, friendly bunch of people. Staff in the Tavern...

Adjacent to the train station. Seating inside one outside. Reasonable priced food and drinks but food a basic. Easy access for wheel chairs and buggy’s. Friendly service from the two young ladies and a good selection of beers. Worth a try if passing bye. Please...

Love the tavern! The best burger I’ve ever eaten Always friendly faces and amazing food ! Would definitely recommend!

Visited as we were staying in Kemble. Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Food was good but a little dry - did think that it was a little pricey based on what we were used to but may be normal for the area? Would visit again...

Our first visit to the Tavern Inn & we were impressed - this is a friendly, comfortable pub. We were 4 adults along with two small children, and two dogs, looking for a no-frills pub lunch & this is exactly what we got. Friendly table...

Staying nearby so needed a good pub for evening meals, very friendly staff and the food made us go back each evening, Quiz night was very good and the steak and salad was 1st class, we had three dogs but still made very welcome,Thank you...

Had a delicious Sunday lunch here out in the garden. Never seen such huge Yorkshire puddings! Both meat eaters and veggies were very happy with huge portions and tasty veg. Friendly staff and excellent service. Came back again on another day and enjoyed breaded haloumi...

Called in on way to Bath, very hot day , sat outside, shared scampi , great beer, lovely rest wish it was near to home,but will defo make a point of revisiting if within 20 miles

We visited today and have to say it was the best steak meal we have had in a long time. The steak was perfectly cooked, chips were amazing and the parmesan and rocket salad were a perfect side. The customer service was fantastic. Nothing was...

Been meaning to visit for a long time, and boy was it worth it. Very friendly yet remaining professional, made to feel welcome as soon as we stepped inside. The place is a tardis, didn't expect so much space inside. After saying we could sit...

Sunday roast was lovely and chocolate sundae finished the meal off great Lovely garden area to sit and relax after lunch and enjoy a few drinks

Just as the UK lockdown eased we stopped here for lunch on our way to Thames Head. There was plenty of space to eat outdoors and they also were social distancing indoors. The service was very friendly and the food was fresh and delicious. The...

Are at the tavern for the first time in many years. Excellent service and good quality of food. Would definitely recommend. Looking forward to going back for a Sunday roast 😋

Dropped in for a quick meal on a Friday evening - had the pan fried chicken in white wine - absolutely delicious! Friendly staff and reasonably priced.

We were staying in the area and I’m away back to our accommodation found this pub! It was perfect we both had fish and chips and a drink for £10. The meal was beautiful! The barman was super friendly and welcoming. Would recommend 100%

Had heard great reviews about this lovely country pub .. great atmosphere, great friendly staff quick service fabulous food

Old fashioned pub, but not in a good way. Limited offerings and not a destination more of a convenient pub.

We booked the table on Monday for Wednesday night, there were 3 of us. I had sausages and mash and veg, it was lovely could have eaten it again.the other 2 had sliced chicken breast in a white wine sauce with roasted potatoes and broccoli and it looked good, and tasted great, as I sampled some of their meal, they couldn't put up with me dribling, the staff were excellent and friendly, one of the best meals we've had and will be going again

Siempre pienso que las primeras impresiones son las más importantes. The Tavern Inn es un antiguo pub, que no tengo nada en contra. Pero hay maneras de hacerlo más atractivo. Las ventajas son 1. La comida tiene un precio muy razonable. 2. El menú no era extenso, pero la comida era buena. 3. Personal acogedor y buen servicio.Los menos 1. No soporto ver cómo se limpia una mesa con un paño menos que limpio 2. Al acercarse al pub, todos ustedes son macetas con flores muertas, ya sea replantadas o retiradas. 3. Los menús: por qué, oh, ¿por qué los restaurantes tienen menús sucios, no se necesita mucho para imprimir los que están limpios?Despotricar sobre

Nos reunimos para reunirnos con amigos en Cirencester y quedamos impresionados con el saludo acogedor y cordial del propietario, quien incluso explicó dónde estaban los lugares más interesantes (fue el reciente récord del sábado por la tarde). Escogimos una mesa junto a una puerta abierta y disfrutamos de un sándwich de jamón con mostaza, ensalada de col casera, ensalada y papas fritas. Todo fresco y bien presentado: un simple sándwich bien hecho no siempre es fácil de encontrar en estos días. Agreguemos un par de tragos y desearíamos tener tiempo para quedarnos más tiempo. Como sea, sin duda volveremos.

Visite a mi hermana que estaba de visita en el área para tomar una copa bajo el hermoso sol que nunca había visto, pero sin duda volveré. El personal fue tan grosero con mi hermana que se sentaron en el jardín y se refirieron a ella como muslos Thunder no solo es despectivo, pero también es un prejuicio ya que está discapacitada. Ella estaba claramente molesta y no nos quedamos para ninguna comida que planeamos reunirnos con amigos allí para comer allí. ¡Absolutamente disgustada! ! ! !

Había estado en Chippenham por el día para una venta. Llegamos a las 5 pm y fuimos recibidos por un propietario muy amable, comenzaron a servir comida a las 5. 30 pm y tomó nuestro pedido de inmediato. La comida llegó a la mesa muy rápidamente. Buena comida, buen servicio, buena cerveza, fabuloso pub del pueblo. Volveremos.

We called for breakfast on a Sunday as part of a large group. The pub had opened specially to accommodate us, and they did everything in their power to give us a good breakfast. We filled the pub, and they had to be very organised to get everyone served, especially as their kitchen space is limited, but they were efficient and friendly and the food was freshly cooked and good. I would recommend.

Pasé la noche aquí en nuestra clásica caravana Citroen. El precio era de solo 5 por persona por noche. El inodoro y las duchas separadas lo hicieron muy conveniente. Comimos en el pub por la noche y disfrutamos de una agradable noche degustando algunas de las cervezas locales y charlando con los lugareños. La comida era deliciosa y una excelente relación calidad-precio. El personal era amable y servicial. El pueblo de Kemble en sí es realmente hermoso y tiene el camino del Támesis cerca del pueblo.

Lovely Sunday lunch, usual choices and you cal also chose pork & beef together. Good selection of veg and you can add cauliflower & broccoli with cheese too. Good local pub with great food

We came last night for the steak night (28/02/19), two steaks with two (decent) drinks for a set price. And they did not disappoint. Both our steaks were cooked exactly how we asked for them (excuse the pun but that is rare). Chips were fantastic, and they were more than accommodating when I changed my order slightly. The atmosphere was warm & cosy we had a lovely window seat cubby area. We were allowed to bring the dog which is so important to us that she is as welcome as we are. What topped the evening for me, was the melt in the mouth chocolate pudding, but above all else, the outstanding service from our waitress, Jenna. She was warm, genuine and nothing was too much trouble. She alone would bring me back to The Tavern, so its win win that the food matched the standard. I am looking forward to going back to try a roast! Thanks guys.

En un día mojado y miserable, nueve de mi familia acordaron reunirse en la estación ferroviaria de Kemble, Gloucestershire, y almorzar en el Tavern Inn, que está convenientemente ubicado junto a la estación.

Went to a works Christmas party at the Tavern in the skittle alley room. Staff were friendly and helpful all night and supplies vast quantities of delicious food. A good time was had by all, thanks a lot for a great evening!

Acabamos de pasar en este lugar cuando volvíamos de unas vacaciones. Tuvimos una cálida bienvenida y había un ambiente acogedor en el lugar. El personal era encantador y tuvimos un almuerzo muy agradable. La comida era deliciosa y tuve el mejor bistec de sobresaliente que he tenido. El pub está escondido por la estación. Así que búscalo, no te decepcionará.

It’s the first time we have visited this lovely village pub. Our meals were beautiful and all four of us had clear plates, pudding was lovely, and the service was village pub friendly. We highly recommend visiting here if you are in the area.

Un pub con potencial pero actualmente decepcionante. Visitó dos veces recientemente, excelente ubicación y los jardines están bien cuidados. Sin embargo, en el interior es de aspecto muy cansado, tapicería y mesas muy gastadas. En ambas ocasiones fue muy tranquilo a la hora del almuerzo, sin embargo, el personal es muy amable. El menú es muy básico, no había opciones veganas, así que les pregunté si podían hacer un sándwich vegano que aceptaron sin embargo me decepcionó que me sirvieran un sándwich con solo una rodaja de tomate y una hoja de lechuga. En esta época es una ofrenda extremadamente pobre. No volveremos ya que las otras comidas servidas fueron igualmente decepcionantes. Perro amable

Reservé la habitación trasera / bolera para el 70 cumpleaños de mi esposo,. No pudieron hacer lo suficiente con la decoración de la habitación y se veía increíble. Pre-ordenado comida del menú estándar y fue excelente. Bien presentado y muy sabroso. Cocinado adecuadamente, no recalentado del armario frío. El servicio era amable y eficiente pero no intrusivo. Realmente excelente relación calidad-precio y desde la noche han recibido muchos correos electrónicos de quienes asistieron comentando sobre la comida y la diversión de los bolos. Una verdadera joya sin explotar en Kemble. Sería una excelente diversión navideña o cualquier fiesta.

Visited here with friends for a lunch time drink and bite to eat, Food was amazing and good choice of beer in an excellent setting. I will say again the food was amazing and the menu has a very good choice, so many good things took ages to decide. Great pub and we will be back

He wellcome was lovely, they fitted us in to a lovely table and we had roast beef to die for. The accompaning vegetables and Yorkshire’s were lovely too. Then we had banana toffee pudding with the best icecream I’ve had for many a day. A great find for us to round off a day together. Thank you to the staff who were attentive despite having a large party in too.

Good food, quick efficient service and dog friendly. There are front and back beer gardens. The front garden had some nice views the back garden is large with kids activities although to be honest much more could be made of it. The pub is next to Kemble train station. They appeared to allow overnight motor home parking when we were there which would be handy for some. Would return when next in the area.

Typical unenthusiastic British pub next to a railway station, you won’t be disappointed if you don’t expect too much.

A quiet pub, off a tiny turning from the A429. Friendly Barman and a lovely good value dinner. They have a big garden perfect for children to stretch their legs on a journey, with trampoline, tyre swings etc. It’s a shame this place is so empty!

We had very nice fish & chips. Local lager was very good too. Wi-Fi works fine in there. You can sit outside either in front of the house or in the back where there is plenty of stuff for kids to play with. Place is dog friendly. Recommended.

Called into the Tavern Inn on the way back from the airshow the other day, the sticky toffee pudding (with ice cream) I had from here was amazing and reasonably priced. I really liked the open outdoor seating arrangement too. Anytime I come back to this part of England, I will definitely be back here!

Made a booking for 4 family members.Checked on time lunch finished and was told 5.00 p.m.

Have been trying a different pub each Sunday - roast was OK but just OK. Sadly the roast potatoes tasted if they had been cooked the night before and warmed up on Sunday - very soft, no crisp and just tasted fatty and warm. veggies - whilst not very exciting - were tasty. For the price I was expecting something a little bit above average but it was certainly quick and polite service.

A very enjoyable traditional Sunday Roast. Choice of Sirloin of Beef, Pork or Chicken - all served with generous portions of vegetables, and extra gravy! A bonus is that lunch is served from 12 until 5, which means Sunday can be relaxed. Easy parking and plenty of seating.

We stayed for four days in our caravan within the grounds of the tavern whilst working during the daytime at the local airport. Must say we had several meals during the stay which were all fantastic,the atmosphere was great and staff very helpful. Hope to stay again later in the year.

Visited for mothers day. We have visited on a few occasions and have been very pleased and satisfied. Unfortunately on mothers day we left very disappointed. On arrival they had run out of a certain wine it was only 1pm!. We all ordered roast as that was the only choice on the menu. We then wanted to order dessert to be told we could only have ice cream as they didn't have time to make any desserts. Hoping this is just a blip but as it was mothers day it was a very disappointing visit

Unintentionally stumbled across this gem had an awesome roast dinner & intentionally returned despite a bit of a travel from our home. Only sampled the the roast dinner (so far) but can say it’s one of the best that I and also the family have had. Large portions & a good variety as well as being well priced. Perfect cosy Cotswold gem will be returning again & cant wait to see how welcoming it is come the summer

Wow this place is absolutely fab! We have just had a lovely lunch. The food is delicious, my partner had the 100% steak burger in a stone baked roll with chips in a basket and very fresh salad. The lamb steak with garlic and herb mash and sweet red cabbage is also lovely! This newly renovated pub has a new chic theme with new carpets and is painted with lovely greys and creams. The staff are very friendly. People must come back to this pub, it’s just fabulous now it’s been taken over- Thank you Tavern staff!

I and my wife and grandson decided to go for a meal after hearing good reports about the new management, we was not disappointed, the ribye steak cooked as requested with all the trimmings and garlic butter, the fish and chips was really nice my wife said, and the teenage grandson had to have the burger, all was eaten so it must have been good.

Simply brilliant. From the welcome from the bar staff to delivery of fantastic food, this meal was an absolute delight for us all. Well done team! You deserve the 5 stars.

Clean, comfortable, warm and cosy on a cold and windy day. But best of all, a small menu which was all obviously freshly cooked. We mostly opted for the generous sized roast chicken. My daughter had egg, gammon and chips - delicious too.Our dog was allowed in with us. We would certainly visit again. Unusually for a pub orders were taken at our table - a nice touch.

Under new management. They are doing the right things to get people back here. And it's working, Small simple menu. Nothing flash, Just good old dishes, made well. Service is good as well. Reasonably priced, but would be even better with at least a £1 off each item. Monday's half price food.....yeah. I will return.

We met the family for lunch before going for a helicopter ride at Kemble Airport. I had no previous knowledge of any prior history and arrived at the large car park facing the pub. It is most certainly up market, but not to the point where it might be sniffy or cold. A friendly member of staff showed us to our corner table from where surveyed the pleasant décor and fittings. It is a warm, cosy and friendly pub with professional staff. On to the lunches! Three had the roast beef, comprising thickly cut slices of very lean (and pretty rare!) of top-side presented over roast potatoes and topped with a Yorkshire pudding. A large bowl of accompanying vegetables quickly followed, giving us three lovely and filling lunched. My daughter, being vegetarian was not so fortunate as there were no veggi options on the menu and worse still, the roast potatoes were cooked in goose fat meaning she could not have potatoes either. This is a serious omission that needs rectifying urgently. We were let down again by their faulty coffee machine so we ended up having instant coffee served with plastic milk! Not good. On these two issues I have marked the rating down to average: they must try harder! But that said we did enjoy the lunch and the pub in general

At last someone's been able to invest in the Tavern to give it the lift it deserved. There's a new carpet! New furniture! Chic decor! And a friendly new landlord with a very good chef. We were very cautious in our food choices since it was our first visit for some time, but were richly rewarded. Fish and chips, a burger - they could have been very ordinary, but I can honestly say that the burger (in a classy ciabatta bun) was the best I've tasted in years, with a good deep flavour from the meat, the cheese and the excellent bacon. The Tavern is our local - it will be lovely to try each of the theme night in turn. But I think that when the good news gets round, I shall probably have to book a table. Or use their new take-away menu. Well done everyone!

Wow what a difference new tenants make. Only been open 2 weeks. Food was superb hot and tasty. We had rump steak, cooked just as requested. Long may it continue as visit Kemble regularly as parents live here.

Popped into reopened Pub which has made loads of different themed nights! Mondays 50% off food. Happy Tuesday!! Also Wednesday curry night, Thursday steak and Friday and Saturday LIVE MUSIC not forgetting Sunday Lunches. Very friendly staff. Wish you all the best in your new venture!

Esta fue mi segunda visita la Taberna Inn y fue tan buena como la primera. Me acampamos la noche con un amigo la noche antes de ir al festival Womad. El camping estaba perfectamente situado para mí, justo fuera de la estación de kemble.

Wow! Just walked into a totally empty pub waitress said she can't cook me anything as the food is saved for the people that have booked! What a joke! It's 1740, not one person in the place, avoid at all costs!

What a way to run a business. Signs off the adjacent main road directs motorists to good food etc. Attempted to visit for dinner only to be told the landlord was away at a birthday and there was no food being served. This indicates it's just not being run as a serious business. This is such a shame as the previous landlord had started to make a go of this pub after it had been pretty dire for many years but have now moved on. You would think the owners - Arkells Brewery- would step in to rescue their own reputation. More in sorrow than anger - go elsewhere.

Family of five arrives 1.30pm for Sunday lunch, having seen pub's sign advertising amazing food. Walks in, barman turns back and walks away. Charming welcome - not. Family takes seat at table next to another family tucking into Sunday roasts. Dad approaches surly barman who has now returned:- Afternoon, might we have some lunch menus please?' - 'No food'- 'I'm sorry, what do you mean?'- 'Don't serve lunch'- 'Er . . . but these people are eating lunch'- 'Yeah, but they booked, see'- 'But you're only half full'- *barman shrugs*Dad laughs out loud, take family back to car and drives to proper pub offering actual hospitality

Very grubby inside and out, tired and dated decor. Unwelcoming, unfriendly bar staff. Disappointing given the location and proximity to the station in this lovely area. Better pubs around.

Ten of us descended on The Tavern Inn for lunch on a Monday. We had let them know we were coming and they had arranged a special board for us (well they said it was for us!) , as well as offering the main menu. The specials were priced at £5-50 and were excellent value for money!! Sadly one or two items from the main menu were unavailable so I didn't get the lasagna I craved!!! My wife chose the cauliflower cheese from the specials board, came with peas and chips and she declared herself well pleased with it, three others in the party also chose that one and all were happy with their choice. I had the scampi from the specials board and again it was very well cooked and filling. A pint of Wiltshire Gold bitter, a large tonic and lemonade and the two meals cost £17-20p and represented good value for money. One of the guys in the party chose a gammon with all the trimmings from the main menu and it was enormous, including three of the largest onion rings i have ever seen served!!! This was our first time at this pub, it will certainly not be the last!!

Called in with a friend for lunch today! The couple that run the pub were extremely friendly and the pub had a lovely atmosphere. I had a ploughmans which was presented beautifully and was plentiful. My friend had gammon which was huge and had the biggest onion rings I have ever seen (she doesn't like them so it would have been rude not to have helped her out!). Will definitely visit again - going to try the Sunday carvery next! See you soon!!

There is no doubt this pub offers a friendly welcome. It is very homely and the food is acceptable. All it needs is a little updating in terms of decor and it would be awesome. The bar staff are friendly and quick to serve. The chef stayed a little later to cook our food for a delayed member of our party, which was a kind gesture too. We had fish and chips and a jacket potato with tuna. It was really absolutely fine, just not anything special. If you want and expect a box standard British pub then this is it, the benchmark for all others....not great but not bad either. It's success comes from the location. Being right next to the exit for London trains with a beer garden is always a recipe for success but I'm sure the locals are a little more discerning and a bit of TLC on the decor wouldn't go amiss.

Our party of six ladies agreed that our Christmas meals here were the best out of the many we had been lucky enough to enjoy this year. Our table was beautifully laid with a Christmas table cloth and crackers and service was speedy even with another party of around twenty in the same room. Our meals were steaming hot, perfectly cooked and plentiful. This was my first visit to this country pub and our group will certainly hope to return again for their annual outing. In the meantime, I certainly hope to return soon with my husband.

Mist your train ? Or having to wait a while then you must visit the Tavern. The food is very good quality but it's comfortable and ideal for a rest and chat with staff.

A group of us had a Sunday lunch here. No starters on offer but carvery and pud for £9.99 very reasonable. 2 choices of meats. Plus lots of veg, stuffing, Yorkshire puds etc so a lovely selection. Puds all very nice and again lots of choices. The toilets and pub could do with a bit of a refresh. We would return.

This pub is a traditional country pub with a warm friendly welcome. I've just moved into the area and visited the place now for the fourth time. From the moment I opened the door I was greeted with a welcome well beyond what I normally expect. The pub has a lovely roaring fire and the décor is what is to be expected in a traditional hostelry. There is a combination of antique and new tables and a well fitted bar. The food was excellent so much so I took my family and sister to The Tavern and they were equally impressed. The beer has Casque Mark accreditation and I can not fault the service. I will be making several more trips here on my own and with my family to enjoy the atmosphere, welcome, food and the beer. All I can say is that the new tenants, who I believe moved in this Summer know how to run this great Tavern to perfection. this is a great place to visit for either a drink or some food. The carvery is excellent value.

Went late afternoon after getting off the train. Pub very old fashioned and grubby. Loo needs a complete refit. Sticky tables, tables outside full of dirty glasses. Saving grace, friendly girl behind the bar.

Me and a friend recently used the Tavern Inn to camp overnight for the Tough Mudder event in cirencester. When we arrived we were greeted and shown where we could pitch our tent. The staff were all very helpful and friendly with a very relaxing vibe in the inn itself. The food was good value for money and delicious. The pub was clean and perfectly located near the train station. We shall defintely be returning again!

Didn't have a few things on the menu. Shortage of menu options. Had a nice evening. Not sure if table was clean

I camped for one night with a friend. I pitched my tent while my friend had a caravan. The facilities were clean and bright will the pub was very friendly. The staff couldn't do enough for us and made us feel welcome. The food was lovely and reasonably priced. It was the perfect location for where we needed to be the next day and I foresee us staying again next year.

Stopping over for a night, one tent and a caravan. Nice people running the place, friendly and helpful. Had really good food and a few drinks. Reasonably priced. I can see us being back. Well worth a visit.

Had a fantastic week in our newly puchased caravan site peaceful and relaxing everyone so welcoming good food, good beer and vodka and excellent staff good luck to Aaron this SaturdayAnd poppy owns the place now lol

We were looking forward to the possibility of an evening meal after getting off the train in the early evening. A blackboard outside stated they were open for bar meals. Unfortunately there were no meals, its seems they had left the board out from lunchtime. We didn't stay for a drink

Never known anything like it. It's a struggle to get the landlord/lady to even be bothered to pour a pint. Stinks of grease and cabbage throughout the pub and there is no point even going near the toilets. Needs a serious re thinking. Won't be going near until things are sorted. Shame as its a prime location for getting a train to the area.

We visited here today for a Father's Day meal, we had recently heard very good things from this pub after it changed ownership to Dan and Tracey. We booked in advance as we had heard it gets really busy on a Sunday for carvery. We arrived approximately at 1:30pm, we were immediately greeted with a warm welcome and smile, and were served for drinks quickly. We were shown to our table and given plenty of time to choose what we would like. My father had a starter of king prawns and he said they were delicious and presented beautifully. I didn't have a starter but there was a good choice. After my father had finished his starter we went to get our carvery and were served a generous amount of meat, and filled out plates up with lots of choice of veg and potatoes! The meat was cooked to perfection and everything else was to! After we ordered puddings and they were scrummy! And again presented beautifully!! Would 100% recommend this pub! Ignore the bad reviews as this place is definately worth a visit or two!!

After being recommended to the Tavern, we went for Sunday lunch .....big mistake. Despite eating early at 12.45 he food was hugely overcooked. The beef could not be carved , but hacked into small pieces. Lovely setting, but food and garden left alot to be desired.