Since we live so near, we don't often eat in Salisbury. But, occasionally, we meet a friend from overseas, who happens to be passing on a coach tour. Coaches usually arrive in Salisbury around midday, discharge their passengers at St. Anne's Gate, and usually allow them 90 minutes in the city.
So, it follows that, if you'd rather eat than look around the Cathedral, you need somewhere close, and the White Hart Inn, about 200 metres away, fits the bill perfectly.
We found the carvery lunch most suitable for our purposes. They start serving at 12.30, which gave us ample time for a drink and a chat in the bar before lunch.
The choice on this day was lamb, turkey or both. We found the lamb a little gristly, but not enough to complain about but the turkey more than made up for it. The vegetables were steamed just the way I like them; warm, but still al dente.
You have the option of a starter or a dessert, if you wish; prices are based on how many courses you want. But, we just had the main course, for none of us like a full, 3-course meal through the day.
So, if you only have a short stay in Salisbury, the White Hart is certainly worth considering for a quick, reasonable, inexpensive meal. read more