The Yew Tree Inn in Forest of Dean - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Tasty grub and plenty of it! What proper quality pub food should be. Flavourful and with quality ingredients without being faffy, and a lovely set of staff

Staff were very lacking in knowledge about what soft drinks were available and said we have soda water . Couldn’t be bothered to check . I had mixed grill . It looked the part but that’s where it ended . It came out on a board with paper on . A peppercorn sauce and a sharp knife just meant I was eating paper . I asked very nicely if the waitress could take my dinner away and bring it back just on a plate . She came back out with a plate and said theyre u are I had to do it myself. Which was not easy having to man handle chips etc . As for the food the steak was cold , the chunk of gammon was so salty i couldn’t eat it . The ribs tasted freezer burnt and the sausage was disgusting. I am a bit of a sausage connoisseur and my family was so shocked I’d left 1/2 of it they wanted to try it to see how bad it was . If they take one thing from this review get rid of the paper it is not necessary and adds nothing to the eating experience. My mother was the sensible one she had fish and chips and removed the paper before eating but that wasn’t an option with my dinner .

Wow!!! Just wow!!! Just had an amazing lunch at this lovely pub in the heart of the forest! Great staff, super clean inside and out and the food! Well you won't leave hungry that's for sure as the portions are massive. It's been a long time since I've been somewhere for food and not thought that it wasn't worth every penny!

Absolutely amazing food. Lovely friendly atmosphere and staff all couldn't do enough for you. Highly recommend a stay there, rooms lovely. Also near to many attractions. Many thanks guys

The staff were friendly and very accommodating we were a large group of 15 people. We had starters and mains from across the menu. The food was cooked perfectly and the staff call out our names when they brought the food this was ideal as it made sure we all had the correct meals. I’d like to thank the staff for the great evening. I can honestly say I’ve never managed not to finish my plate of food however here we had so much food we all had leftovers and couldn’t manage pudding. I’d say it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area

Went here with my family today. The service was great and the food was fantastic. I would go again, and they were very nice.

We’ve visited The Yew Tree several times since Wayne & Theresa took over (and their previous place in Drybrook before that too). We’ve had breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday dinner and have never had a bad meal. Today we rang to see if they could squeeze us in at very short notice and they couldn’t have been more accommodating. The food (two roasts - one beef, one turkey, cauliflower cheese, pigs in blankets and a kids chicken goujon burger) were, as ever, delicious! The prices are great and the portions are extremely generous. The service was fantastic, with the lady behind the bar expertly leading the young waiting staff who were so courteous and professional throughout. 10/10, would highly recommend visiting!

Just stayed here for 2 nights. Was on a nostalgia trip to the Forest of Dean. Good accomodation. Ate in the pub both nights. Excellent choice of food. Great atmosphere. Pub did us breakfast each morning too. Teresa and Wayne made us feel very welcome. Definitely recommend.

This is the first time we have eaten here with our close friends. Excellent atmosphere and the staff where very helpful and you where made to feel welcome. The food was Fantastic and I might add the portions where unbelievable and presented very well. (Non of this Gastro rubbish-my opinion only, but proper food) We will be eating there again and inviting a few more friends to join us. I would recommend the Yew Tree 150% not only for the food but the atmosphere, Steve

Booked 1 night bed and breakfast. Room nice had everything you would need for a night's stay. Went to the pub for dinner. I had what was described as a vegan burger. What I got was what appeared to be mashed potato fried and put in a very dry bun served with fries so potato with potato and some salad. I also had the haloumi. Which were very nice. In the morning I went over for breakfast at 0815hrs as I had to leave by 0900hrs. The restaurant was not open and the cleaner stated they didn't start breakfast until 0900 to late for me. I have checked their website states breakfast from 0800hrs on a Saturday. So very disappointed.

I use the yew tree a lot and I also recommend it to a lot of people who come to me for my business. We also recommend it for the accommodation to our clients and members of out family if coming to visit. I quite often eat there and I’m always happy with the food ( especially the mixed grill ) Does get busy so you may have to wait a little while for your order but the service is always good. Since Wayne and Teresa have taken on running the yew tree it has improved no end and it is nice to see it busy and serving good food and drink and also providing good accommodation. Would highly recommend it for good pub food at a sensible price.

Amazing as always. I have the fully loaded Perri Chicken nan and wow it was amazing. Theres loads of room in there and the log burner was lovely. The service was great and the food was amazing. Even the music playing in the back ground was great. Can't wait to go again. We'll done.

We have been here for 4 nights with one to go. Our accommodation is very comfortable. Good size shower. We have had dinner here which was good. Nice little village, the people here are very friendly and welcoming. Ross-On-Wye is just 7 miles away and Gloucester is close by. We feel 4 nights here was just right for us. Fortunately the weather has been good.

This is the third time I have visited the Yew Tree since the new landlord took over. The first time I visited the service was appalling and the food was average. The second time I visited the service was appealing and the food was terrible I had a steak with peppercorn sauce. I poured the sauce on the steak only to discover the cream used had gone off. The meal was ruined. I complained to the staff only to be told I was wrong. The third time I visited, I was stood at the bar for 15 minutes waiting to be served. Two other people who arrived at the bar after me were served before me. I walked out in the end. I have lived in Longhope for 20 years and I have been to this pub many times. This is the worst it has ever been. I will never step foot in the Yew Tree again.

The forest’s best kept secret.. We have been coming regularly now from Cheltenham after being recommended by family. We love it her and we cannot rave about it enough. Proper fresh home cooked meals and the menu is huge! The staff are amazing and the ciders always cold! There isn’t anywhere like it for miles!

Popped in whilst driving past after visiting Forest of Dean. The staff were very friendly. Ordered a steak sizzling plate. My daughter ordered nachos and macoroni cheese. The portions were huge and we couldn’t eat it all but they provided boxes to take the food home with us. Would definitely recommend this place and will stop by again if we passing through

Attended 40th b/d meal ,40 family and friends,the staff was brilliant and done an amazing job serving us ,the food was very good and plentiful,will definitely go back ,thank you all ..

I can’t praise and recommend the yew tree enough my family arranged my 40th surprise birthday meal there last night. The food was absolutely delicious and we did not go home hungry the staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us, the whole atmosphere was wonderful. I would 100% go back.

Excellent meals at very good prices! A good range of drinks available at the bar. Two of us had steak fajitas & Two had mixed grill. All the meat was so well good very tender and exceptionally good flavours. Portion sizes are very generous but we made room for sticky toffee pudding & whippy ice cream and whippy ice cream cones. The chef came out after dinner service finished at 8pm to ask if everyone had enjoyed their meals. Waiting staff couldn’t do enough for you. We enjoyed it so much would definitely recommend a visit and we will be back!

Excellent service, superb food and extremely friendly and very accommodating. Lovely friendly atmosphere.

Awful experience, chicken fajitas burnt and chewy, spices so acrid I couldn’t eat it, served on unhygienic boards. Wine didn’t arrive and then when asked again came in a tumbler, husband ordered a small Diet Coke and received a pint glass of it. His steak had to be cut small in order to eat it it was so tough. We were never asked how our meals were. The bill was paid at the bar. When we left the pub I smiled at the barmaid and said Thankyou, she caught my arm and asked me, the granny of the group, if I had paid. So rude!!! We will not be returning.

We booked here for a family birthday, plthe pub was quiet and very warming for a lunch time meal. The Food was fantastic, the triple cooked chip were best we've eaten. Nothing was too much trouble for staff. Home cooked food was very tasty. We definitely recommend

We usually stay in a travel lodge to break our holiday travelling up. The Yew tree had a good nightly rate and was halfway stop over for our journey home from Wales. The pub was a typical old fashioned local. The lady who greeted us was friendly. Our room was around the back, in a row of other chalets. the room had all what you need for a night, a good shower, tea and coffee, and a comfy bed. We booked a meal for the evening, the restaurant was quiet, the food was brilliant, huge portions. I had the pork belly , hubby had lamb and veg.A good nights sleep as it was nice and quiet. Would recommend as a nightly stay over.

We stayed here overnight, myself, partner and two toddlers. I have not had such a good sleep in so long! The bed was so comfy I struggled to leave it! Breakfast was lovely and when they say full English they mean Full English. We left with a warm heart and a full belly. We will definitely be staying here again. Lovely staff fab atmosphere and great prices!Thank you for a lovely end to our “staycation”

We have just stayed in Longhope for a week. We have had food of various types, steaks, lamb, pork, plus noodle/rice dishes, all excellent everytime. Prices also very reasonable.

I’ve recently visited here with my partner and 5 year old child. The food was lovely, both me and my partner had the chicken burger which was very nice and super tasty, my child had the chicken goujons chips and beans, great portion size and quality chicken. Luckily, it was a lovely day we when visited and was able to spend a lot of time up in the children’s park which is very secure and safe for children to play in, while having a drink. The staff were all very friendly, helpful and polite. The measures they have in place at this current time with the covid pandemic are safe and practical for everyone to be able to follow, and it is clearly signed etc. I would definitely recommend this pub to any family whether it be for a drink or for a nice meal. :-) we will definitely be back again soon for sure!

Stayed here for two nights with my fiancé whilst exploring the Forest of Dean. Accommodation was modern, clean and comfortable and fairly priced.The food was absolutely incredible! Pete the landlord certainly knows how to serve his dishes. I recommend the ribs or steak. DELICIOUS!!!! Friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere both in the bar area and in the restaurant. We will certainly be returning in the near future. Thanks again the Yew Tree Inn.

Great staff to accommodate us at the last minute. The room had a few cobwebs and mould in the bathroom. When we asked for new duvet because it had blood over it, they were very helpful and dealt with the situation very quickly and were apologetic. I don’t think it deserved the £60 for the night.

The absolute best meals we had during our 3 week trip to the UK. The owners of the Pub were fantastic and catered to our every whim. I had the 32 Oz rump steak and then the full rack of ribs on another day. Both meals were Excellent. This is a definite must do when traveling within the Forrest of Dean. Best,Friendliest, bar / pub in the area.

The carvey was ok but the roast potatoes wasn’t that nice and my bf said the stuffing wasn’t that nice and didn’t have the kids menu on Sunday what the hole reason we went on Sunday

Was here 18th August come as my brother daughter don't like the meal at another pub near by and turn out you don't have children menu on Sunday so she end up only having Yorkie pud and ice cream. The carvaey wasnt bad and nice choice of meat and not bad choice on vegs but need mash potatoes as well as roast potatoes

The disabled room needed up grade pub was grotty Dirty cups in room cobwebs breakfast was ok but teapot dirty had dead spider in it. Staff serving breakfast lovely people but he black dirty fingernails which you couldn’t help noticing

This pub is very family friendly and welcoming. The staff are all polite and couldn’t do enough for us. The roast dinner is in my opinion one of the best roast dinners I’ve ever had! I will defiantly return to this pub. :)

Stayed overnight so decided to eat in the restaurant on the Saturday evening. Be prepared to be served after the locals. We had to wait 1 hour 15 mins to be served with 3 other tables being served first. The table of 4 who came in immediately after, and ordered after us, had eaten and had left by the time we were served. As we had ordered pie, fish and chips and a chilli, there was no reason for such a long delay.

This pub/motel was an accidental gem of a find. We needed somewhere to stay for 4 nights in the Forest of Dean in between moving house. On booking.com it looked clean and good value. It is.But the food! Pete knows beef. The steak menu is great, and locals we've met tell us this is the focal point of the Forest if you fancy a steak. I'll say nothing about the Beef Stallion with jalapeños, but if you've ever had a Philly steak sandwich in it's home city (I have) those Americans will weep in envy if they try this. I'm on for another tomorrow before we have to leave.Will finish with the Sunday carvery. Book in advance or you won't get a table. If the Toby Carvery is considered a benchmark then here Pete charges the same but gives you a much bigger empty plate then piles 3 times as much meat on it. The Silverside of beef was so moist and tender it melted in the mouth. Pete was happy to share his technique, and surprisingly simple it is. Want to know? Come here to eat and ask him yourself!

There is a large garden area with play area and tables however you cannot eat in the garden only drink! The food must be consumed in another outisde area the other side and down hill of the playarea across the pubs car park . It is not safe for a child to cross this on their own. So as a family we couldn't eat here, obviously we want to be able it eat and then let our children play close to us. We got there at 12.30 on a Bank Holiday thinking the pub would be busy, only 1 group of people there... Now we know why. Families simply cannot use the pub. Such a shame because this could be. As this could be a lovely place to eat.

The best Sunday carvery in long hope. Prices very affordable, portions are huge. This is good home cooking at a modest price.

Had a lovely Sunday lunch - large portions of fresh vegetables, loads of meat and best crackling we’ve had for a long time. Well worth a visit!

The food was awful , and overpriced. Also the service was very slow and not one of the staff smiled ! Won't go there again.

We called in to the Yew Tree Inn while having a short break in the Cotswolds, we had just arrived at our accommodation down the road in Little London and needed lunch. A nice village inn on the main road it is. Our lunch of Sirloin steak and Chicken burger arrived and we were blown away, it looked fantastic and it tasted fantastic, one of the best steaks ( local 28 day matured) in taste I've ever had and and cooked medium rare to perfection as was the Stilton cheese 'not from a packet' sauce. Loved the way the Chicken stack was presented, 4 chicken fillets and all the trimmings...Thank you Pete. The staff were polite and attentive, and when I asked for a cheeky lunch time Sambuca...she offered me banana flavour...Excellent! Definitely worth a visit.

wasnt told no hot water when booked or arrived not good when u have children very dissapointing room ok bit weird loads mirrors just not by shaver plug this place could be a total gem play area good

We popped in for the first time today for lunch, the food was tasty and we didn't have a long wait for it. This is a great place for families with a kids area at the back.

We visited for a birthday lunch, the bonus was cider tasting. The lunch was good honest food at a good price, we all enjoyed our meal and too full for a dessert. The cider tasting was a surprise and I probably tasted a little too much and needed a sleep later in the afternoon. Although I did purchase some cider to take home.

Was so disappointed. Service took a long time and wasn't very friendly. The steak was medium and not rare as asked for, and the hunters chicken was almost inedible with so much floating oil, runny sauce and tasteless chicken. The sundae's were rock hard with some squirty cream put on top and caramel bits which were too hard (been left out) and were they were just frozen inserts, not fresh icecream. On a plus the decor was quite fun with all the old clocks and sayings.

Very basic accommodation. Clean-ish but lots of black mould around the shower and in the shower head. I found someone's sock by the side of my bed so who knows when the last time under there was cleaned. The room had a musty smell which was partially disguised by them having opened the bathroom window before our arrival but became very apparent when we returned from going out to dinner when windows and doors were closed and locked. The rooms are also uncomfortably hot. The beds are very narrow (twin room).

Went here recently for a family pub lunch and was hugely disappointed with the food. We enjoyed the pub garden but waited over an hour for our meals- when they arrived we was greeted with a very basic meal that was far over priced for the quality. Only go to this pub for the family garden and drinks- the food is very poor!

Delighted to find The Yew Tree- starting to wilt after a very long walk-nice friendly and helpful staff- just what we needed to continue with our walk.

I decided to stay at the yew tree with my partner for a weekend, as a little get away. I wasn't expecting much due to the reviews and the modest price per night, but when I arrived I was very pleasantly surprised.

Lovely pub with very friendly and helpful staff and owners. Any questions and they were more than happy to help.

Our food was horrible, the steak tasted like it was gone off ( I eat lots of pub lunches and have never felt the need for a bad review until now.

We stayed for a few days recently. While the room was just adequate, the beds were old and creaky and pillows were well worn. The food for breakfast and tea was reasonable but serving sizes were so huge it was a waste of food.

We stayed overnight and had a very evening good meal. Good fillet steak. Breakfast was very good,full English at a very good price

Un pub encantador en la carretera con buena ale y fácilmente y eficientemente las arreglamos con nuestro grupo de 20 que necesitan comer. Delicioso. sobresaliente Volvería a comer allí de nuevo.

Tuvimos una velada con la familia y amigos (con niños a cuestas). La comida estaba caliente y todo recién cocinado y las bebidas estaban bien frías. Los niños (uno de cuatro y uno de siete) quedamos muy impresionados con su "niños! ! "las porciones, que...

Carne y verduras estaban perfectamente cocinada. También cocinados verduras salsa vegetariana wellington y hizo ir con él. Excelente servicio

I called in here with another biker who really rates the place, I can see why We both had the...

Nos alojamos aquí por una noche, el jardín de la cerveza con columpios para los niños. Tuvimos una comida increíble en la noche y el desayuno era increíble - Felicitaciones al chef! El dueño era muy acogedor y la habitación familiar limpia y cómoda. Nos...

Necesitamos dos habitaciones para alojarse en el bosque, y nos dieron esta en el tejo. El pub es tan pintoresco. un agradable pub país con una buena selección de bebidas. Los chalets están genial. Las habitaciones son grandes y de buen tamaño doble en suite....

Habitación básica, alimentos básicos, el personal no es muy amable. Reserva de última hora, únicos en chalets, no un lugar concurrido, pero el servicio es lento. Zona de juegos para niños y mucho espacio de aparcamiento. Ido de crema en la habitación con café, hice...

Nos alojamos aquí porque estábamos en longhope celebrando un cumpleaños amigos. La habitación era limpia, cálida, moderna, cómoda, todo lo que necesitas para unas noches de estancia. Tomamos el desayuno y el servicio era rápido y amable camarera comida, agradable.

this poor unloved pub needs a much needed revamp injection of time and money to bring this sad little pub into the modern way of life . when we visited it was empty and staff seemed tired and lacking the warm welcome so very much needed, we didn't say to eat as the tables hadn't been cleaned after the last dinner

Just had 3 nights in this very friendly Inn The rooms are round the back in extensions, so coming and going is not a problem when you come in late. (Apart from your noisy steps in the gravel) Breakfast is served in the Inn. Week-days and Week-ends have different times so check. The rooms have free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee It is as they say on the box nothing more nothing less. i.e. a local inn with beds. Rooms were clean and modern, with satellite TV and were £49 a night (Double)

Went to go here today for late lunch but was told they stop doing food at 3pm so only miss it by a minute so went 5 minutes down road and had lunch in the farmers boy and spent £45 in there what could be in there hands

We booked a table for a birthday but found the meals were over cooked hard and tasteless must be microwave meals and the prices are well too much for the food Tha gets served ,,, will not be returning

We stayed at the yew tree inn as I was attending a course in the same village. When we arrived there were lots of drunk young men in the car park area - as I turned to look out of the car window I saw one of them run across the car park with a voluminous surge of vomit coming out of his mouth! We decided not to try and eat in the pub as it looked busy and quite rowdy so we went off to another village for some food. I was worried that our stay would be disturbed by noisy drunks but the accommodation was very nice, basic but clean and tidy and quiet - We didn't hear any noise at all which was a relief!

We dined here for an evening meal as we were staying in the accommodation to the rear of the pub.Huge dining menu which always suggests that the food is not all fresh.I attempted to order a starter and they had run out of my first three choices so I settled on deep fried bullets ... I mean mushrooms. Fried to within an inch of their life and rock hard. My partner had prawn cocktail and the prawns were tasteless.He had gammon which was dry and overcooked and I had scampi bullets again over cooked and a danger to your teeth. Really needs improvement on the food side I'm afraid

Plates are huge and there is plenty if choice. Didn't have a dish for vegetarians though so our party had just veg. It was all very tasty though.

Had a great Sunday lunch here today, all the meat was really well cooked, will definitely be back thank you very much

We have eaten here quite a few times as a family and plan to try their Christmas menu on Christmas Day this year! The carvery on a Sunday is excellent, meats are cooked to perfection, moist, and lot's of it! Gravy is thick and tasty, they also have parsnips which not all carvery's serve. I cannot recommend it enough. £8.95 for adults, and I think around £5.95 for children. Cosy pub, children welcome - great play area. Friendly staff - go there, you won't be disappointed.

Needing a pub at short notice for an evening meal, we found this one next to the main road just out of Mitcheldean. The welcome was just right, the bar clean and modern and with an interesting fish tank! The menu was long and varied - a lamb shank and mushroom stroganoff were excellent and took a while to come - a good sign of what tasted freshly prepared. Limited dessert choice but old favourites. All food was a god price and VFM. There was music in the bar but this was much less of a feature in the dining end of the pub.

Called in on way back to home after a day out meals and service was excellent. Food mostly, if not soley, locally sourced was well presented and served hot the steak pie in particular was a pie and a half was not the usual dish with puff pastry top but a proper pie, looking at other meals they also looked good. drinks selection was also very good

We wont stay here again. The food was tasteless and the bed was uncomfortable. The pub was quite noisy too.

Visited with family on a very quiet Tuesday night. The food was excellent and all freshly prepared. PWll definitely visit again.

We ordered sandwiches well presented small dish of salad as well taste was excellent probably one of the best sandwiches in the area well pleased.Landlord has a dry sense of humour almost blunt, but served drinks offered ice etc this pub well used by locals although not that busy on the days we have visited.I know Sunday lunch is popular in the area.Not the most attractive of pubs inside but clean and tidy and food good value.

I had delicious Fish and Chips, Steak and even a cheeky pudding whilst staying over at this lovely Inn. Good sized portions. Great prices and excellent personable service. Cannot recommend enough

Sunday Carvery , most disappointing.Most veg cold , and poorly cooked . No veggie option ready to go .Generally unsatisfactory meal .

Whilst staying in the area we popped in for a meal.The pub has a large car park with loads of outdoor seating. Inside it is very clean with a good choice of drinks (including real ales) and the menu was extensive but also good value.Both the service and the food were excellent, in fact to find something to criticise would be extremely hard, although perhaps they could have waited a little longer between courses.Overall highly recommended.

Whilst working for 3 weeks at the vantage point business village I had the great pleasure of stating at the yew tree inn. Clean, modern & well equipped rooms is the best description I can muster. Followed by a warm friendly welcome at the bar which serves good food, good beer (doombar) all at good price's. Well worth a visit/stay if you are in the area.

Have been here 4 times now for a Sunday carvery and absolutely can not fault it! Fantastic value, amazing choice of meats, well cooked fresh vegetables. And as for the puddings ... YUM! well worth a visit!