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When we got there the restaurant was empty. We ordered at the till and gave our correct table number. 3 families came in after us and were served before us. After the 3rd family was served I went back up to the till to ask where our food was and if the order had been put through. A staff member went into the kitchen and came back out and said we tried to deliver the food to your table twice but no one was sitting there. I said we haven’t moved the entire time we’ve been waiting - after which they realised they had made a mistake with the table numbers. No apology - nothing offered to us for the pleasure of waiting an hour for our food. Disappointing and tainted an otherwise lovely visit to Burghley House. I’m not one to leave a bad review but I was honestly shocked at how unfriendly and unapologetic the staff were when it was their own error.

We haven't been to the Romany Rye since just before covid and it used to be our go to for a quick bite on a Tuesday while in town shopping. We finally came back today because mother in law was missing the steak club and we're glad we did. Yes it's still a little dated but it was clean, cool and not too busy. There were 5 of us and we had 2 rare steak with Mediterranean salad meals, gourmet steak meal which mother in law insisted on having well done, a gourmet bbq burger and a buttermilk chicken burger with some added halloumi and onion rings. We ordered on the app and our drinks were brought over really quickly and the waitress was lovely even if she did have to age check my 27 year old son, he was flustered but it has to be done and it gave us all a giggle. The food was all lovely, the rare steaks was really good and the salad was delicious. We all really enjoyed the meal and the wait staff were all so friendly and helpful.

Food was very poor, dry chips and a disappointing open egg sandwich which looked unappealing and indeed was. Slow service and overpriced.

This is a great place to catch up with friends. Met my friend this evening for a drink after work. Sharing a bottle of wine great value for money. The atmosphere was amazing and the pub looked busy and bustling with families and friends

The location is a reasonable walk from the pier and in an ideal location facing the beach. The restaurant is spotlessly clean and the staff most helpful , the weather was sunny and we sat outside enjoying the view - in fact we could not have wished to be any where else than sitting in the sunshine enjoying delicious fish n chips followed by traditional superb Rossi ice cream.

Table for 4 booked for 730pm. Arrived promptly but put our order for dinner but 3 of our orders were already sold out at 730pm! My goodness, what will will eat they did not have any back ups, and our party had to make do. Come on we booked early in the weekend, and they were not full then, why had they not put extra away in case of over orderring? I do not think this restaurant will survive, come on, they were not even even full!!

The King William Iv Kempston Awful food and ambience 963351691 Only once before have I experienced such a terrible steak if I can put a picture up then I will. There was more fat and gristle than actual meat. My friend had a chilli and he said it had no “zing” to it and left most of it. Highly disappointed as I was recommended to this pub. Needless to say neither I nor my friend will frequent this place again. I have just read your reply and it’s not factual, I complained to your waiter and he said how about a round of drinks, ahh no thanks I said how about a refund to which, instead of saying I’ll speak to the manager said oh well you’ll have to speak to the manager. . The photo shows what was left of a steak which I tried to chew but was impossible, really nasty. I am very surprised in view of the feedback you have from me (and my guest by proxy) that you haven’t reached out to me to offer a full refund but that just shows the complete disregard you have for your patrons.

Lovely old fashioned pub feel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great big beer garden, which includes a covered area. Excellent quality breakfast.  Easy to get to with plenty of parking. Modern clean room with plenty of sockets and USBs. Big TV. The bar has last orders at 2230, which is a little early, especially if you are a resident. The room was very hot. A floor standing fan was supplied, but this wasn't adequate, and window ventilation was poor. The shower hose was partially broken - it worked OK, but made the bathroom look shabby and could be fixed for a few quid. The bath itself was very narrow, and one had to be careful when moving away from the taps. The bed was very hard. Toiletries were on the small side, and the 1980s want the wall mounted hair dryer back! With that all said, I would stay there again!

My son and his wife held a post wedding party for 80 guests in the barn and gardens at the valiant trooper last Saturday. Everything was amazing. We could not fault anything. The grazing table and pizzas was delicious. The Andy and his team Inc the chefs were so professional, helpful and friendly. A huge thank you to you all.

Fabulous Sunday lunch, hot steaming food, good quality and cooked well, friendly staff, nice atmosphere in pub, lip smacking desserts on offer, hopefully I will try one of these next time.

Had a lovely meal. Food plentiful and hot. Fair prices for food and drinks. Plenty of staff who were very nice. Lovely setting on the river too.

Nice pub , some outside seating and a very inviting bar . The restaurant area is cosy and full of character too. Staff were very friendly and helpful, the menu was varied and the food delicious. Parking nearby was tricky when we went but we will definitely go back

Stayed a couple of nights with my wife on way back from Norfolk, lovely little place to stay Friendly staff, great food, clean and comfortable rooms Free parking in a large car park

Food was excellent service was excellent. Just a shame the premises is now in a bit of a sorry state. Dead plants outside by entrance. Outside dining which is lovely on a summer evening was dirty & untidy. Light bulbs outside were not all working. Wouldn’t take long for a little tidy up

What a amazing pub and hotel amazing in every way would say if you want a great atmosphere and a very relaxing and nice stay come here