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I came today to see the fly by of the puma helicopters. Only to be sat in the car waiting in a que to park. sent round in a circle on the car park like many others. And totally missed the flyby. Only drove 1 and half hours to get here. Marshalls could have done a better job direction. Missed it all thanx.

Extraordinary, very pleasant service, warm atmosphere and very very delicious menu, love 👍

It goes without saying that the White Lion is possibly the most accommodating pub in Ripley.. Great service welcoming staff, fantastic atmosphere & above they do not tolerate any antisocial attitudes… it’s become a bit of a local for us and a safe place for the youngsters that have started to frequent the pub… Well done to Andy, Becky and their dedicated team… 5 🌟

Bowling was good Had to wait almost an hour for food Forgot ingredients on a burger Chef kept wiping his nose and didn’t wash his hands

Closed for break, reopens on 18 Apr.

Nice and clean staff are nice enough

This is the 1st new review I believe for The Compasses Inn under its new management. Really (really) pleased to have a simple, well run and open to walkers/locals watering hole in Crundale/Waltham/Petham... Previous management had a different business model that was not at all welcoming to locals with a bizarre take on bookings and availability (when almost empty on occasions). Relied heavily on bookings coming into the Village... My take on the old menu, tried very (very) hard to be inventive and stand out - aiming for local awards. I ate here many (many) times and the meals were in my opinion too much, too rich, trying way too hard to be stand out... Over managed and over thought... Service was OK, timing of the (small) kitchen was very (very) hit and miss... Sometimes when the dining area was full, the food would take an age to be served (again, a product of an over complex menu).... Now under new management, what can I say... Exceptional food, welcoming atmosphere. If you're looking for gastro pub portions, not for you - go somewhere else... It's not that kind of vibe so don't read into any negative write ups if they come... Folks that want massive portions, go to a Harvester... but if you're looking for sensational taste, wonderful and simple presentation, a proper old pub vibe and attentive staff... Get yourself down to the latest and impressive addition to the Kent countryside. Took my kids and best half, let me say that my kids have never eaten cauliflower with such zeal (any recipe) not ever... For starters (we had the salmon and the beetroot dishes) superb - stuff you would pay 4x the amount at top 'Big City' restaurants without the flavours... For our mains we had the cod - very well seasoned and excellent presentation with a fulsome taste... And we also had their take on the Sunday Roast (beef) - outstanding cooking... The beers are micro-breweries, none of this forced industry flavoured water pint spill... and the Sunday morning Bloody Mary's were fabulous... The deserts, inventive - and big on flavour, and just the right portions. I've travelled all across the world, I've eaten in more Michelin starred restaurants you could imagine for work and also for pleasure... Something the previous owners wouldn't have known... This place under new management is up there and those that can't see past the new start-up process, the freshly installed ownership feel, the obvious changes that may well happen in the coming months... Can't or won't see this place for what it is... Which is authentic... I'm chuffed they've reopened with such simple style and panache... Doing the basics really well, being part of a community... Well done, keep doing what you're doing and you're going to be a fabulous success, there's nothing like this in Kent...

Thanks Adam for a delicious latte ☕️

Spent a wonderful evening in this friendly, traditional pub. Excellent range of real ales, German lagers etc. We were entertained by a brilliant blues guitarist with a great voice. Best evening I've had in a long time.

Always a quality local, friendly great selection of beers with lots of different events on.

The location is ideal and a beautiful outside space for families. It's a shame it's let down so badly by the food. The 'ceasar' salad on the menu was not a ceasar salad but came with strawberries, orange and awful croutons. The sandwich was bland. I just think for such an amazing location the businesses is making it much harder for themselves by over complicating simple dishes.

Awesome food and friendly service 👌👌

A lovely restaurant with great staff. The restaurant was full, we were a table of 19 and there was another large table too! The guys didn't rush us, all the orders were taken and came out together. Food was top notch at reasonable prices. Thanks Lads xx

We’ve been coming here for years and can honestly say this is the best place to eat in Harrogate - Matt and his team go over and above to make every visit a fantastic experience. Incredible food and great service. The team on the bar are also always spot on with the cocktail recommendations! Many thanks to all the staff for another lovely New Year’s Eve meal.

Been coming here for 40 years & love it