Best french fries I've had in a long time... scampi is crisp and delicious (a personal repeat order…read morefor me)! Staff + landlady Karen are down to earth, friendly locals who welcome everyone. Great for families - the beer garden is well kept with lush grass +great play area that is safely gated -my toddler loves it! Happy kids, happy parents ...and a few regulars that give this pub the ' perfect local in the countryside ' charm!!

From the owner: At The Harrow Pub, hikers, bikers, dog walkers, locals & those just passing through, come in &…read moreenjoy a drink & a meal. We have an extremely friendly team ready to take your order & quench your thirst

Pretty delicious. Talk about a hearty British meal! Traditional meat pie, mash with gravy on the…read moreside and a salad. It'll keep you going all day and with a pint of cider you've got the perfect pub meal! Nice ambience, a little on the cold side so bring a jacket. Plus there's a playground to keep the kids entertained and a new outdoor beer garden style area, perfect for a warm day!

Called in when I was in the area for a lunch time snack. The bar-snack food was tasty and freshly…read morecooked, and the bar staff friendly. The evening menu looked good, if I'm in the area I'll have to drop in and try the evening menu. Recommended.

A very welcome retreat for wet and cold walkers!…read more Yesterday some friends and I went for a walk in the country from Saunderton to High Wycombe. Unfortunately, early afternoon the bright, warm sunny day turned on us and we got caught in torrential rain. Having visited Hughenden manor and found there was no room at the Inn we continued on (like brave soliders!) to Downey Common where we were greeted with a friendly (and sympathetic!) Landlord who, although fully booked, made room especially for us so we could have a pint (and cup of hot tea!) lovely hot roast dinner, a sit down and a warm! It was a heaven-scent welcome and we're so grateful to Mr Fuller (the Landlord and his lovely staff) for his patience and creativity in finding space for our mud laden walking boots and dripping waterproofs! Superb, traditional local pub where I have no doubt you will always find a warm welcome, lots of laughter and new friends - definitely give this pub a visit if you're in the area. Ps. Also, a big Congratulations to the Fullers of The Spencers Arms who also proudly showed off their day-old baby son - he (and his big sister!) were gorgeous!

The Le De Spencers Arms. What a name! Since I have been staying at my aunt's house in Downley,…read moreHigh Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, I have been exploring what this lovely town has to offer. She suggested that I try the pub across the commons and over the hill. I go on daily walks around the commons so one Sunday lunchtime I gave myself a destination to stop at Le De Spencers Arms for roast. The walk was lovely, i took the path rather than meandering like usually do so that I don't get into a muddy mess by the time I arrive at the pub. I got a bit lost but a teen riding around on his bicycle gave me directions, down the path and to the left. Sure enough, the pub sign appeared and cars everywhere. I was shocked to get a table as they were packed and only taking bookings. I sat on a very small table for one by the kitchen door. I was quickly notified of the offerings for lunch: chicken, beef or lamb. I haven't had lamb in sometime so I ordered it. My drink order was taken, water was brought, the lamb came out, my wine was served, and the vegetables came, all in sort of rapid succession. I was a bit amazed, stunned really. Very efficient, but really, it was a roast. The lamb was well-cooked, a bit of pink, a bit of sizzling fat, tender and juicy. The yorkshire pudding was nice but a tad small. The veg were on the overcooked side but with roast I didn't mind it a bit softer. The gravy was lovely, a bit heavy on the salt but it was excellent on the lamb and roasted potatoes. I was quite full from the main but ordered dessert anyway apple crumble with vanilla ice cream. It was a lovely pud but was extremely hot! and the ice cream was rock hard frozen. I had to wait a few moments for the temps to balance itself. The crumble was not as crumbly as I would like, more cakey, a very crumbly cake. The fruit was good although I did not get a sense that it was a particular variety of apple that was used. It could have benefited from an apple with tang like a Braeburn or even Granny Smith. Overall, I like the Le De Spencers Arms. My recommendation is to book a nice table for six and bring your mates and family out for a very traditional English Sunday roast. The walk back a lovely after lunch treat!

I have visited here a few times now, and I am never left disappointed. The food is amazing, the…read morestaff are wonderful and the views are beautiful! Will certainly be back again despite living some distance away. Highly recommend the curry club too!

Great pub, locals and landlord, now even greater due to renovation. Situated in a great location…read more Large beer garden and kids park. Restaurant with top class chefs. Why not go for a walk or cycle in the Chilterns and finish for lunch at the gate pub

Returned to this joint after 4 years, once again absolutely fantastic food, service and ambiance. I…read moreordered the Roast Bedfordshire Sirloin beef, Yorkshire pudding with a side of fries. I ended my meal with the Salted caramel tart, pink grapefruit, salted caramel ice cream. Very light and the portion size was just perfect. If you're looking for the traditional Sunday Roast, these guys do it right!

Posh French pub food- also the pub for the famous author ROL DAHL. You will see his stretches as…read moreart work on the wall.

Lovely village pub, with seating outside and a beer garden. Serves meals, including a Sunday roast…read moremenu. I would advise booking for the sunday dinner as it can get busy and as it is a small pub, with a few tables it can soon get full. The sunday dinner is excellent value, with plenty of meat and a good selection of vegetables.

Great pub to vist if you like a happy, friendly atmosphere. Staff are excellent and all the locals…read moreare friendly. The chinese take-away is great too!!