The World Upside Down in East Northamptonshire

I haven't been here for years. Attended a birthday party and had a great time. Great host with a fantastic team. Great venue!

Some really brilliant people go there and work there... 💯👍👍👊👊 It's the sort of pub where strangers come to not knowing anyone, but leave loving it!! 😉

it only serves food on specific days and times. The staff and people were friendly and nice but not sure if they had an issue with irrigation or something because inside it smelled funny. i would like to say I'll try it another time , but I would be lying. they do serve drinks however and accommodate for celebrations. no parking found, you need to go in a Public parking and walk from there but not far by the bus stop. please make sure your food times are showing correctly for future customers. Sorry for the one star but my experience was not good at all, however, I wish you all the best.

What once was a lovely pub with a welcoming warm atmosphere has since changed into a bit of a dive. From peculiar smells, cheap and nasty clinical LED lighting, poor decor, budget spirits, and just a general sense the place is a bit 'rough'. It's a real shame to see how badly it has deteriorated. Unfortunately, this will be my last visit. I wouldn't recommend.

Lovely to see a busy pub at lunch time, lovely atmosphere, great prices

Went to the world for a change of scenery and I was pleasantly surprised at the warm atmosphere and likable people in there.i will definitely go again.

Booked in advance as someone in party had food intolerances. Upon arrival was told no chef and hence no food for the day. so had to go elsewhere. I was hoping to impress my friend with one of Raunds locals. The experience was awkward and disappointing.

Unfortunately very quiet in there staff were chatty and cleaning the bar during the quiet moment!!

Had a meet-up with an old friend on Sunday, first time in the pub. Was made to feel welcome by the barmaid and the atmosphere was good. Food smelt good as well.

As it was Dad & son Tuesday beer night, we thought we'd try this Raunds free house, The World Upside Down again. It has changed a lot since we came in last a couple of years or more ago, probably before the pandemic. Looks like it's been 'modernised' from what we can remember. Mixed feelings about this. Loud music and games machines, big screen TV for the sport and vaping allowed inside the pub. On the other hand the guys behind the bar seem to know their beer. New Northampton brewed Brooklyn beers plus Phipps on and a few standards. They also stock cans of Guinness 0.0 for drivers, which is a plus for me, though not much else in the low alcohol line. There's a kitchen but no evidence of food or menus on this visit. On balance 3-stars this visit. Bit noisy for a quiet Tuesday pint, frankly.

Great place! Friendly staff and nice food.

Excellent beer always served with a warm welcome and a smile. John

Friendly staff and atmosphere. Very nice place to be

the only thing I can say is the décor was fine. the staff were not welcoming at all I understand that this is a dog friendly pub which is fine how ever I was very disappointed to see dogs in the restaurant area with dogs wondering around under our table. the food was poor over cooked and tasteless bartender had no idea what drinks he was able to offer IE wine ( some training need I think ) Needless to say I will not be going back any time soon.

Food was great and the staff were very helpful

Nice atmosphere, comfortable, friendly.

Great atmosphere, Landlord and bar staff are very friendly. Plus, they have a pool table, what more would you be looking for? Get down there, you won't be disappointed.

Nice food but don’t go on a Saturday nite full of teenagers and vaping allowed which was annoying while eating, ok for a drink won’t go back . Shame as we live in Raunds

Good beer.Good prices Recommended the World.

Always friendly great atmosphere

Nice quiet pub for a chat with old friends.

Lovely pub good atmosphere very clean toilets good, nice interior good food and drink, a lovely fire it was nice and cosy, all in all a lovely pub.

A true gem! I found this place by chance and my god am I glad I did. First time in it looked quiet so I asked if they were serving food, they were so I ordered a pizza, hands down one of the best pizza's I've had and at a price that is beyond reasonable. Took some friends 2 nights later and all 3 of us left very full and very happy. In short, if you want a true pub with great beer, amazing food, friendly staff and a homely atmosphere look no further! Will be visiting every time I'm in Raunds and would very highly recommend to others!

Good food had a nice family meal and evening

Popped with a couple of mates for a quick beer and watch the football! Pub was good and service friendly

I wish I could of given a 5 star as I normally would have and if it was the WINGS it would of got a 5 star, But for our first and now my last steak 🥩 night I’m gonna have to give it a 2. We had a table booked and the service ie drink order and the food was served pretty quickly there was 4 of us there and two ordered medium rare and 2 ordered medium. Both 20oz steaks that were supposed to come out medium rear actually came out rare to the point half of the 20oz was blue n rare the 2 medium ones come out medium rare. Think in future I’ll stick to the wings as after spending £17.50 for a steak that I didn’t even eat and after leaving I had to visit another takeaway for food. The staff did apologies but that’s all that was really done about it.

food was Lovely and great service

Great value for money. Simple no nonsense food. I am tempted to try their steak night but it has to be booked in advance.

Nice place, friendly staff. However, I found the place had a slightly damp smell to it.

Good atmosphere and food and very friendly staff

Nice food, very tasty - but too busy with regulars, for a quiet meal & eve - & a town fayre happening, kids running about but it was an extraordinary day Maybe better on a normal day

Meals very good and reasonably priced

friendly and great value for money happy hours

Had a drink out in the garden. There were a few regulars in there who were very friendly. The garden appeared a little shabby and could have done with a hosepipe washdown. The tables were also a bit dirty too.

Great pub with local characters, Good beer & atmosphere too..🍻🥂🥳👍

Great food great staff excellent service would recommend

Great place to eat and drink .Very friendly and polite staff .Trish and Steve always make you welcome

Great pub. Decent selection of food and beer plus reasonable prices.

Not a bad choice of drinks, friendly staff and really nice food

Pleasant venue for an afternoon drink in the sun. Good selection of beers. Didn't et on thus occasion but menu looks tempting.

Lovely Burger + beer. Will definitely be back soon

Sunday lunch.... Great meal, beautifully cooked and presented. Great staff too.. highly recommended... Cheers......

No social distancing and over crowded. Comolete disregard for public safety

December 8th was our first visit to this venue and we were not disappointed. We had 2 courses from the Xmas menu priced at £15pp. Plate came piled high with turkey and all the trimmings followed by a delicious sweet. Great staff 10/10 for the chef defo back to give the normal menu a go. Thank you.

Good pub grub. Comfortable and a top landlord.

I have been a customer at the world for a few years...it has been taken over by new owners. The owners in the day run a lovely, chilled relaxed pub. It has lovely decorated interior and a nice garden . The food is cooked well. At night it is like a different pub, the landlord at night has no control, not that it should be needed, but the customers it has attracted recently...its more like a youth club, with smoke bombs being let off , dancing on tables , with the landlord.,..The clientel has gone down hill, with mostly young people that act about 13 . It is a real shame as the landlords prior to this spent a lot of time building a good reputation, now because of the night shift it is like being in the globe or redlion, just with better surroundings..what a shame ! Raunds needed a pub that was different , no they are all the same. until this is rectified I wont be coming in again .

We usually go for the quiz on a tuesday/Wednesday with James with is usually awesome. However, the night of the euro final was awful. I have never felt so unwelcome by the guy in the check shirt (who I assume is an owner/ manager of some sort), the service was slow (yes I appreciate it was a busy night, but they got our drinks wrong more than twice). All I could probably forgive, however the guy mentioned then questioned us upon leaving about paying the bill. Which we had done previously, instead of checking behind the bar, quite rudely asked us for proof via our banking app. No apology was given after proof of payment. Pretty poor service all round, which is a shame.

Always well looked after and a good atmosphere

Excellent service Stewart and Maggie can't fault them

Nice friendly place to see friends and enjoy a nice cold pint.

OK food and drink. Went during phased reopening (outside). Seating area was cold, minimal heating. Fairly expensive drinks. Very friendly service.

Staff great, seating and overall area brilliant, meals ok just need a little tweeking but I am sure they will get there. Would recommend for people to go well done guys

Can’t wait to be back in my happy place watching the football, having a few beers with my mates and chatting nonsense...!!!

Wonderful warm welcome from the lovely new Landlady. Had a fantastic "Hellburger". Will definitely return soon

Food was very good and this guy seemed to do everything right, the two chefs knocking up pizzas on show was a nice touch as well, Will be coming back!

Great service and the best pub in Raunds

Good range of drinks available at reasonable. Family friendly. Kids like the covered sitting area. Happy, informative staff.

I didn’t try the food, although it looked good! Not a bad place to go for a drink, people in the pub weren’t very welcoming but that’s Raunds for you!

Had a quick drink in here a couple of times and both times very pleasant. Staff welcoming and friendly. Food that we saw coming out looked very good to.

Very nice food, value for money, will definitely be returning

Lovely setting, excellent food as well as welcoming and friendly staff

We popped in on our way back from Stanwick Lakes, the pub is beautiful, real wood fire, lovely welcome, friendly people, the food was amazing and reasonably priced, we are glad to have found you and will be back soon

We popped in on our way back from Stanwick Lakes, the pub is beautiful, real wood fire, lovely welcome, friendly people, the food was amazing and reasonably priced, we are glad to have found you and will be back soon

Whist visiting friends in Raunds. We called into The World Upside Down Free house. The place was well lit, very clean and warm. The landlord and landlady Steve and Trisha were very welcoming. There are a wide choice of draught beers and larger. The restaurant menu was varied to suit all tastes. They also do a Sunday lunch menu and have their own pizza oven which is fired up regularly. Well worth a visit if in the area.

Lovely friendly pub, great function room at the back with a gorgeous glass roof lantern. Decently priced real ale on tap as well.

Great environment, very welcoming staff, plenty of choice at the bar

Brilliant pub. Nice to ahave a drink and a chat with friends

Attended quiz night and was a great evening with a great atmosphere. The meal deals were good value and nice. Look forward to returning

Myself my husband and a few friends visited here not long after moving into the area. We had dinner and then stayed until close for drinks. Food was lovely - quick and very good value for money. Staff were very friendly & helpful. Would definitely visit again.

Great pub, friendly staff and atmosphere

Quiz master and bar staff are awesome!

This pub is not closed at 10 on a Thursday far from it! Saturday and Friday s are way after 1oclock in the morning! so don't know who this landlord is trying to kid absolute joke

Great food and lovely decor very friendly staff too!

Nice pub .great staff .better beer 👍🌟

7 of us enjoyed a brilliant meal, all freshly cooked for us for my elderly mother's birthday, we all enjoyed it immensely!

Eaten here a few times, highly recommended for a family or a couple. The food is exceptional and obviously prepared by someone who loves food.

Great little village pub. Friendly clientele and excellent bar staff.

Always a warm welcome & good atmosphere,Not eaten there yet but told that is also good. Love the Peroni, Definitely Worth a visit..🍻🇬🇧😎

Nicely decorated with friendly staff

Nicely refurbished restaurant, good service and fresh meals for 25 of us last night. Meals were very short of vegetables but homemade vegetable soup was delicious.

Great pub with friendly staff. Nice pint of guinness!!

The meal was ok, nothing special, however the pub itself is nice and the owners pleasant and welcoming.

A family visit got me looking for local pub style restaurant food which we could walk to so everyone could enjoy a drink without the worry of driving. What a find, I can’t believe I hadn’t heard about it before now. The restaurant was lovely, the lady looking after us turned out to be the owner. She was very customer friendly and had us all laughing and relaxed very quickly. The menu is not pages long, which is a relief. It is big enough to offer a range of choices especially when the days “Specials” are taken into account. The ‘lads’ had the Special main - Rack of ribs and BBQ sauce, I managed a small forkful (I’m not a fan of BBQ sauce) but the meat was beautiful so tender. My brother in law says “it was the best rack of ribs I’ve ever had). My sister in law had the steak and ale pie, wow, the meat was delicious, hope they keep this on the new menu as I would love to have more than a taste of this next time. I had the burger (without bun - yes there is always one awkward customer and food wise it’s likely to be me 😊) beautiful, homemade and very tasty 😋 This was a wonderful find, we all thoroughly enjoyed the food and drinks, service was excellent we will definitely be back. Recommend booking ahead as the restaurant was fully booked. Final thanks to the chef(s) your food was delicious, the owners very attentive and friendly thanks for a lovely evening.

Great pub, very friendly. It is a bit awkward though how the pub quiz master is my school teacher and it does make me uncomfortable when he speaks to my mother about me. The quizzes are also really hard and we lose most of the time, we would have come second yesterday if my mum had actually listened to my dad's answers he was giving... Ugh women... It is also inaccessible for mobility scooters as there are steps leading up to the front door and if your scooter is not powerful enough, it may not make it up the hill to which the pub is located on. Apart from this (and the tables are sticky btw) it is a wonderful place to go and spend my Tuesday evenings

Great place, lovely friendly staff, tidy beer garden, nice selection of drinks, would recommend

Arrived at about 3pm as this was the only pub in Raunds to show the six nations on Sunday. Got there too late for food as they sell out and are very busy. Booking is recommended if your after a Sunday lunch! Nicley renovated inside and friendly landlord. After sitting down to watch the match with our drinks (with the family) a chef appeared with a bowl of complimentary roast potatoes for us. Nice touch. I'm not saying you should expect roast potatoes on arrival but as they had some going spare and we had asked about food they didn't have It was nice they thought to give us a little something. If the potatoes are anything to go by - I'll be back for a full meal, booking first of course.

A very nice friendly place I really should visit more often!

For a party its great. Food was good

Was very disappointed with the food, chips were cold and the fish was so thin and over cooked, it looked like a scrappy piece of fish.

Great friendly pub, fun Tuesday pub quiz! Good prices.

We visited for Sunday lunch and were very impressed. Bear in mind we were 4 adults 4 children 3+ and one baby yet we were still accommodated comfortably. On a Sunday the menu is limited but, if anything this is a great thing. 2 beef 1 pork and 1 veggie option later plus various weird and wonderful permutations of other meals for the kids and we have 9 happy and less hungry people. Bring on the dessert menu various for the adults and ice cream for the kids and we have very happy and suitably full people. All in a great meal and great price. Highly recommended.

Came here by chance and was not disappointed, Food was exceptional as was the welcome and service. Will definitely be returning soon.

Best Sunday lunch we have had in Raunds. Good choice of beer. Lovely house red wine. Loads of veg - loved the cauliflower cheese. Great local pub.

Best Sunday lunch we have had in Raunds. Good choice of beer. Lovely house red wine. Loads of veg - loved the cauliflower cheese. Great local pub.

First lunch time meal in the refurbished World Upside Down and very good too. A choice of special and evening dinner meals available: traditional fish and chips, pie and vegetables, cannaloni all freshly cooked. Finally Raunds is catching up with other towns for decent places to eat! Friendly service too, recommended.

Lovely welcoming hosts the food was lovely so tasty great to have a somewhere like this in my home town

Visited again yesterday after our last visit in June, Lunch was excellent again, really enjoyed. Only had the 2 courses yesterday as this left us more than full. Great value to.

Went to see a musician friend play there Eric 13 fantastic night very sociable pub and landlord and landlady

Lovely atmosphere, nicely kept beer, wine delicious, staff outstanding.

Thank you Tricia and Steve, the food is amazing, fantastic atmosphere and great service, it is so nice to come and have a lovely meal in such a lovely pub.