Four of us had a wonderful dinner here last night. The food was delicious and the service was…read more10/10! We will definitely be returning soon.

What can I say about the King's Arms? I'm at home here. When we moved to the UK, honestly our most…read moredesired feature was walking distance to a pub. We got stumbling distance to one of the best pubs in the country. This place is well-regarded by everyone in the region. I've met people here who give up walking distance to their local to drive here and have a good time. That says something. My first night here I made friends, and each time I've been here since I find myself in good company either with neighbors we've met before, or people who know we're new to the area and want to welcome us. I can't begin to tell you how often a quick pint before dinner turns into a long session at King's Arms. I wouldn't have it any other way. These guys truly embrace the concept of being the center of village activity. No TVs, no WiFi, these things distract from the community. You come here to interact with your friends and neighbors, enjoy a good beer, and enjoy living in the company of others. They regularly have events to bring the village out. The most impressive of which was the dinner they hosted on the night of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. They served the exact 10-course menu served in first class that evening, and requested everyone bust out their tuxedos and dresses to mark the occasion in grand fashion. It was a remarkable evening. One disappointment, since I have to list one to feel as though I am being fair, is the wine list. We love the temperanillo, but really none of the others. But we're not here to drink wine, we're here to be social! It makes me a little sad that we don't have this type of drinking culture in the US. If you're not an alcoholic, you're not likely be on a first-name basis with the bartenders at a local watering hole. That's why I love walking in here; everyone knows everyone else, they're always happy to see you, they know what you drink, they pour a tasty pint, and are genuinely good people. I dig it.

Wonderfully authentic English pub. Make a reservation if coming on a Saturday night…read more We sat in the pub room (versus the dining room). Very intimate, cozy tables, warm fire in the fireplace. The daily specials looked fantastic. Nice selection of beers on tap. Friendly waitstaff. We ordered two specials; Shepherds Pie and the Rump steak. The Shepherds Pie was the real deal! Tasty potatoes mashed on top of ground lamb. Great seasonings and a crunchy top. The Steak was delicious (ask for the peppercorn sauce on the side). Thick cut fries (dip in the peppercorn sauce or ask for mayo!) And a nice large fire roasted beefsteak tomato. Come hungry!

Wonderful pub! Very quaint and charming. Lots of cute pups to ask to pet to help break the ice with…read morelocals!

If you're in Oundle and need a quiet pint, get it here. I've drank in pubs all over the world,…read moreincluding the Talibar and the taliban tavern, so I when I say you should drink here, its solid. A great nook to watch the English weather be itaelfA ground of regulars playing dominos in front the fireplace, a game of pool being played in the back room by the local school kids, and a patient bartender all came together to make the scene. Was it Hemingway that said every man needs a bar to call home? This is one of them and the best bit is you don't have to be a man.

Mark was an excellent server. The apple cheesecake, chocolate melt pud and meat lovers pizza were…read moreAmazing!!!! We will be back :D

Oh My God! What an amazing pub!…read more The White Horse is among the finest pubs in England, in my humble opinion. Landlords Richard and Caroline clearly strive to please every person who walks through this pub's doors, and to my knowledge they always succeed. The food here is superb. Both the lunch and dinner menus are packed full of delicious options that will never disappoint. As I have told many friends, The White Horse can boast that it serves the best vegetarian option in the area. We regularly come on a Sunday and order the vegetarian option and have yet to be disappointed. A great selection a real ales and good beers the White Horse's wine list is not to be overlooked. I love the Rioja here and have been known to horde the better part of a bottle for myself. The staff are always ready to serve with a smile and a genuine appreciation for their patrons, who are more friends than customers after a single visit. Do not visit England without a trip to Tilbrook to enjoy this pub. It is truly the best Great Britain has to offer!

Tucked away in Ashton, it's just a mile through the footpath across the nene river. There are…read morepeacocks lazing about the green, where the time to stop for a pint stretches out on a summer day. The menu is pub fare with a flair and you can eat inside, with the old English charm or on the lawn. Named after a butterfly, it's the only one in all of the UK. To be there is to take anxiety off the hook and not answer calls.

Traveling in the dark to this establishment was a little adventure in it's own right…read more An varied menu providing a good choice of meals for everyone in the party. Pizza was high on the agenda and the Pepperoni was very good. Salmon, chicken and a Caesar salad all went down very well all being presented with great care and pleasing to the eye. It did get a little noisy when the dining area filled up with the sound of voices echoing off the bar floors. The staff were very eager to please and friendly to boot. Will defiantly go back to try something else. Well worth a visit.

The bar is behind the bakehouse restaurant and is part of the same business. As with the Bakehouse…read morethe food available is gorgeous. A great place to go and meet friends for drinks and have a snack. Very modern set up, helpful staff and even blankets in the outdoor section to snuggle in if it gets a bit chilly out! Great cocktails :)

Went for the first time with a friend. Looking for somewhere with a more cosmopolitan atmosphere…read morethan a country pub. We found it. Smart, clean, modern and 'European' in decor, it was reassuringly busy, early evening, even though mid-week. Friendly staff, we only had wines and coffees, but both were well up to spec. The Olive Lounge tickked all our boxes, and I will happily use it more in the future.

My favorite place to stay in this area . Small and cost and the people are so friendly . Food is…read moreexceptional . Not many rooms for b&b but they are super nice .

Gorgeous traditional English pub in the countryside. Great service. Lovely pizzas (try the…read moremushroom). Ample outdoor seating. Worth the trip to explore.

Nice food, reasonable portions. Good offers - Buy one, get one free on main meals Monday to…read moreThursday. Pretty location, nice rooms, private spaces available. Great atmosphere.

The Old Ferry Boat Inn was a lovely place to stay. My daughter and I enjoyed the atmosphere very…read moremuch. We were able to check in after hours and had a very nice breakfast and conversation with our host. Very scenic and delightful! I would most definitely recommend!

Okay, so my Ferry Boat review deserves another update, I think…read more We've been there twice again in the last couple of months and, on both occasions, the experience was a marked improvement on what'd gone on before: we put it down to new management. The Ferry Boat enjoys a lovely setting - quite remote really in the hamlet of Holywell, itself within the lovely Fenland countryside right next to the River Great Ouse. (Activities on the river no doubt giving the pub its name, and the reason for its very existance, I'd guess). The pub was as popular as last time - we had trouble finding a table - but unlike on previous occasions there was No queueing to order and The meal was brought to us in a decent time. Unfortunately we didn't spot the separate Midweek Specials menu until we were leaving (why wasn't there one on every table?) but it seems that they were trying hard to offer a good variety. That said, rice dishes seem very out-of fashion anywhere at the moment, and the only pasta dish was vegetarian (not that THAT matters to me, but worth noting.) On a positive note, they have installed another pump to offer a guest ale - a good pub is notable by the variety of ales on offer, as far as I'm concerned. And, on both recent visits, the staff were concerned to court our opinion - both in asking us how our meal was (fairly standard, I know) but also asking us to go online and fill out a survey. That's got to be a good sign of a will to improve, So yeah. The Ferry Boat Inn is on the way up, for us. We'll be back again soon.

We arrived right after a busy Sunday brunch/lunch session - perfect timing! We sat in the bar area…read moreand tried several of their local beers, munched on peanuts and made new friends. Eventually the hunger pangs called out to us and we took a look at the dinner menu. What an eclectic variety of dishes! We decided to go with an array of "Starters" in the hopes of leaving room for dessert. We ordered the Seared King Scallops, Bang bang broccoli and Half pint King Prawns. Plus a side of Tangzhong dinner rolls. The scallops were my favorite. Very tender and tasty. I'd never tasted samphire before, it reminds me a little of dill. Next fave was the prawns, and you get quite a nice quantity. My partner got tired of peeling them, so that meant more for me. The rolls were truly special. You almost don't need the tomato butter or the oil/balsamic vinegar dip. Last but not least, the Bang bang broccoli and cauliflower was like the classic recipe (NOT the Cheesecake Factory version! Gasp!) it was a nice balance to the rest of our choices. Not spicy (in case you were worried). As planned, we did indeed order dessert. Two of them! The Sticky Toffee Pudding was divine. I'm so glad I saved room. And the Dark Chocolate Cookie Dough with strawberry pannacotta ice cream was like an undercooked (in a good way!) chocolate chip cookie bar with ice cream. Also a win! We had a great night!

Special occasion meets rustic. (AIE)…read more From the entrance to the decor, the entire building is a feast for the eyes. You will not be disappointed in the photos that you take here with your friends and family, and the food is not far behind. The menu can lend to the expensive, but there is something on there for almost everyone. We got the impression that it's very seasonal. Locally sourced beef and vegetables. My husband had the beef flank steak and duck roast potatoes roasted duck that came with a potato purée, asparagus and also ordered the roasted potatoes. Enjoyed our meals, with one small note. The steak was not preseasoned before cooking. It was lacking and salt or salt and pepper. I dared the waitress to bring me a dessert or her choice and I was delighted to absolutely love this selection. My sweet tooth is not picky, but it is discerning. She brought me the dark chocolate, nemesis cake, flourless, decorated in toffee and a caramel sauce with three raspberries I will forever remember this dessert. Heaven on a plate. Best of Oundle. (American in England)