A great, but really quaint, old English pub in the middle of nowhere. Great service and extremely…read moregood food. Very nice in the summer as the gardens are vast and overlook the countryside. Lao, if you are in the area in November, they have a fantastic firework display (arrive early, it gets packed)

What an amazing traditional pub. Views to die for, massive garden space, ample parking and the…read moremost amazing pub brimming with character. The staff are always friendly, professional and helpful. The food is always amazing quality from rolls at lunch to the best chicken pie in the evening. We turned up without a booking just wanting a summer time drink but when we asked if we could possibly have a table they managed to fit us in. During lockdown we visited several times. Everything was really professional. We felt extremely safe but none of the enjoyable experience was compromised.

*GUSHGUSHGUSHGUSHGUSH!!!*…read more I can't say enough wonderful things about this pub. This five stars is 90% based on the food. Best pub food ever! First of all, there are 5 or 6 veggie options on the menu, which is a rarity. Some of their options are a mushroom stroganoff, vegetables au gratin, ploughman's sandwich, and a mediterranean pasta. My husband had veggie lasagna which was served with chips and salad. I had vegetables au gratin - broccoli, carrots, aubergines (eggplant to my american friends), bell peppers and onions, drowning in a rich cheese sauce topped with breadcrumbs. Heaven in a bowl!! There was a lovely salad on the side along with a generous portion of coleslaw. There's a nice selection of homemade desserts as well, which seem to change every week. We sampled the almond cheesecake which was amazingly delish. Aside from excellent food, there is good selection of beers. The manager is a super friendly guy who remembers us every time and always stops to have a chat. There's a cool layout with the bar in the entrance and two rooms off to either side. There's plenty of room for groups, however it's still small enough to feel cozy. Lots of outdoor seating as well. The White Hart is now a weekly trip for us!

Quite lovely Sunday dinner. Food was plentiful and very good array of choices. We have done several…read morepub meals and this was one of the best . We both chose the chicken, spinach an mushroom pie from the specials board. There was also quite good new potatoes (nice alternative choice from chips, they also had mashed) and the vegetable side was a veritable garden. Green beans, broccoli, peas and carrots - all in a portion size that would have sufficed alone. The tomato basil soup starter was delicious. We were unfortunately too full to partake of any of the yummy sounding desserts. Service was friendly and location is quaint-true locals type of place we go out of our way to find.

Went there yesterday 29/7/25 the building is lovely and the Peroni I ordered was very tasty, it's…read morein a lovely setting, red e food smelt lovely

What an amazing find!! Driving to Cambridge from London and we stumbled upon this gem on the way…read moreand really enjoyed the look and feel in this historic spot. The side part of the building was constructed in the 15 hundreds. Small doorways are a real treat. We started with the Honey-baked whole camembert which was a real treat. Had two ales which hit the spot and then debated for a while with the great menu options. We went with the pie of the day which was very flavorful. Joined with fresh veggies and chips. The mustard to go with the chips hit harder than a pimps slap. The chicken sandwich my friend got was good. Chicken very crispy and joined with chips. I went with Gammon steak with peas and chips and it was a good pick. Then to close it up we went with several pudding options and tea to cap off a great meal. Will be sure to stop in again and if you are nearby think you should be sure to check this spot out too.

Nice Lunch stop, haven't had Bitter in many years. Very nice, Greene King, had their Abbot Ale many…read moretimes over the years and this was lovely as well. A quick lunch, Sausage Sandwich with HP style sauce hit the spot. Thumbs up

If you are on your way to or from London this magnificent pub is a must. It is just off the Harlow…read moreturn of the M11. You take the A414 off the roundabout towards Chelmsford, immediately turn left into Hastingwood and you'll find the pub within 500yards. When the lads go on a day trip to France (a vomit voyage!) we always stop here for dinner. The second time I visited I had run out of money and Andy, the publican, recognised me and told me to just send him a cheque which I did. The pub has been run by the Keep family for over 16 years and has very friendly and attentive staff. In the 17th century it was known as the Half Way House due to it being halfway between London and Cambridge. Oliver Cromwell was a regular visitor. There is a good wine list and three real ales. Greene King IPA and Adnams Broadside are regulars with a constantly changing guest beer. The food is outstanding and is served lunchtime and evening (orders taken until 9.15). I love the constantly changing special board. On a recent visit I had a great spaghetti bolognaise with the most delicious garlic bread. On another occasion I had the broughing sausages with rich onion gravy and mash and another day it was the salt beef sandwich. All the meals are reasonably priced and great value. There are special food nights and Sunday roasts available. They tell me they have many visitors from Cambridge and even further away. The bar is split into 3 areas, attractively furnished with old oak beams and a lovely atmosphere. The pub started life as a farm and is mentioned in the Domesday Book. It was named the Rainbow, but had a topiary of a dove in the front garden, hence being renamed the Rainbow & Dove. For a great treat when heading along the M11 this pub makes a welcome break

What do you do when the weather is nice? Head to the pub garden of course!…read more This pub is hidden down some country lane, it is extremely cute and there is a lot of outdoor seating. There is also a lovely play area for children. We ordered food and was told that the food would take an hour and a half (they weren't joking) on their menu it states 'we don't make fast food, we make good food' something like that, well boy was that far from the truth. We ordered: Onion rings, garlic bread, breaded mushrooms, potato skins, tuna sandwich, and a burger. Garlic bread was awful it was a baguette with loaded cheese, the tuna sandwich was also awful. All that food came to £40. This pub got 3 stars just because of the location and the outdoor seating and even that is generous. There are much better pubs that have a good garden.

The King and Tinker is a very old pub (the oldest in Enfield, apparently) situated in a rural…read morelocation by White Webbs Park. It is in the London Borough of Enfield, not far from the border with Hertfordshire, but you wouldn't think you were anywhere near London. We'd passed the pub a number of times before while out walking but yesterday decided to stop for a drink and something to eat. We had a hot salt beef sandwich (a pub speciality) and poached fish of the day. Both meals were good. I also had a pint of Hobgoblin ale (not great, but drinkable) and a second pint, of London Pride (very good). The staff were very polite, friendly and helpful. What I particularly liked about the King and Tinker was that it hadn't been modernised or made to seem fancy (the dreaded 'country pub & dining'). It was just how typical country pubs used to be, with photos and pictures of local interest on the wall, regulars sitting at the bar chatting with each other and the staff, and no piped music playing. It seemed like it was more or less the same as it would have been 30 or 40 years ago, except for the fact it offers a full food menu, which many pubs didn't in those days. We enjoyed our visit so much we made a note to come back again when out walking in the area.

Fabulous place for a Sunday lunch. Great food that's a cut above the chains. Polite and efficient…read moreservice. The Barlycorn's local reputation is well earned.

What a perfect place and what wonderful ownership and staff. We had a wonderfully prepared meal for…read morefive of us and from the bread to the dessert, everything was absolutely delicious. Cozy and warm and ever so inviting, the pub-like bar (which allows you to bring your dog) is perfect for a chilly day. I've been there two times and cannot wait to return. They have a special room for private parties and a roaring fire to make you feel right at home.

Fox and Hounds is not just an ordinary pub. The menu is extensive and tables have proper tableware…read moreand linen but it also a bit pricier than your usual pub. The choice and the quality of the food is absolutely great, with lovely fish soup, very fresh seafood like scallops and locally shot wood pigeon. Large parking at the back. Recommended!

Food was terrific, however chefs pompous attitude completely ruined any sense of pleasure. The…read moreplace is not a Michelin Star restaurant so the chef ought not to act like it is. Avoid.

Food was really great, not just pub food. Try the hake or bangers and mash. Wait staff was very…read morefriendly. Will go back for Sunday roast.

They say if you have enjoyed food at a restaurant, never go back because you will be disappointed…read morethe next time. We have just disproved this theory. The Thatchers, once again, proved an oasis of good food and good service. This time, there were only 12 of us. Orders were taken quickly and the food followed in a very reasonable amount of time. I can't give this pub a greater recommendation than get there and try it. Nice selection of ales in a very friendly environment. The staff are brilliant. The one, and only, drawback is that when booking (and I advise booking) you are given a 2 hour slot. Understandable as the food is so good and the pub full. However, there is little room to have a drink to finish off the meal, as all tables are laid for meals. No problem in the Spring or Summer when you can sit outside. I repeat, this is a drawback not a complaint.