It's a very long time since me and my late wife came into this establishment and I'm glad to read…read morereviews that still recommend this fine place. When we ate here, it was such a romantic evening. We sat above the dining area. Not sure if that's still possible, but we had the room to ourselves. This is one place I will visit this year from Australia for sure.....

We ate at the Stansfield Arms last week, and we have no complaints whatsoever about the food, the…read moreservice, or the prices. In fact the staff were extremely friendly, so no complaints there. But we were very disappointed that we had a table booked from 4:00pm to 6:00pm and after the main course the waitress asked if we would like a sweet to which we answered yes, and then a couple of minutes later we were told that we had to change tables which I do think was very bad mannered. We had 40 minutes or so left on our booking, and had noticed a table near us that were there before we got there and still there, only drinking hot drinks so we couldn't understand at all why we were moved. This really made us feel that we weren't important clients at all. If the pub had overbooked, that wasn't our problem. We have been to this restaurant many times, but this time went away feeling very disappointed.

Really the only authentic British pub in the environs of Norden, but a bit off the beaten path on…read morethe other side of Red Lumb. Lovely warm environment, friendly service, welcoming fireplaces, and marvelous food. If I could give this place ten stars I would. Did I mention the delicious food? I'm so full!

A charming and popular pub full of character which serves up decent beers as well as homemade…read morehearty dishes - if you're off out for a walk in the 'Rochdale uplands' then a trip to Owd Betts should be your reward. It was originally built way back in 1796, so expect low wooden beams, lots of exposed brick and cosy fireplaces in every dining space. The bar is well stocked and as well as three regular beers they have guests from the likes of Phoenix (a brewery based in nearby Heywood). Lots of choice on the food menu, with everything from soup of the day right through to steaks and roasts. Have a look on their specials board for the pie of the day - we had steak and pepper which was not only delicious, but was practically the size of a saucer and coupled with chunky chips, veg and gravy left us unable to talk, let alone get up out of our seats afterwards. Service was friendly throughout and despite us turning up without a reservation (it might be an idea to book a table on weekends) we were seated and served without too much of a wait for our orders. A tip for winter - the pub lacks a porch door, so if you're sitting in this section expect the occasional draught when the door opens. We were well hard and braved it ;) When the weather is more pleasant they have a decent-sized beer garden at the back. If their small car park is full there are plenty of spaces in the layby directly across the road.

Another great place to eat in Ramsbottom... what is in the water there?…read more This is a lovely place with a focus on doing the traditional things well: cosy pub atmosphere, real fire, nice beer, great pub food. We skipped starters and shared a beef wellington special: really nice, coming with lovely ravioli, onion rings etc. I didn't fancy a pudding, so had the cheese board (generous, if not particularly exciting), but my other half's STP looked spot on - and pretty huge. The staff here were friendly and knowledgable (the guy knew all about the cheeses, for example), though service was a little slow towards the end - we ended up having to go pay at the bar. I'd definitely prefer to sit in the (very popular) pub bit to the restaurant bit - they're much the same, but the restaurant room looked a tiny bit isolated.

Another fabulous experience at the Shoulder again! Lovely lunch and the wait staff are just the…read moresweetest. Always checking in with you making sure you're happy. Great prices too. Food was delicious as usual.

Went for dinner but wasn't impressed with menu and the beer selection wasn't great or up to the…read morestandard of their competition so we moved on

Great experience for an early evening dinner. The entrance is impressive (nice beer garden outside,…read moremedieval style door) and we were offered a very friendly greeting upon entering. We reserved a table online, and when we arrived there was a small table set up in one of the side rooms by the fireplace. Our server was lovely-- asked about allergies, checked on us often (but not too often), answered questions as needed, etc. We shared two entrees and a dessert and it was plenty. The steak pie was particularly good, and perfect with the pours of cask ales. It is fun to dine in a historic pub that also has good service and modern comforts.

Ooh it's all a bit posh for a little bit of Essex lush like moi isn't it?!…read more This is a beautiful, traditional, warm pub set back off Wetherby Road. Nestled amongst the pristinely manicured residences of some of Leeds' more affluent types who like to Sunday lunch at White House then go home and sit in begrudging silence at either end of the heated indoor swimming pool. And that's why I like it. Yes the food is DELICIOUS and very reasonably priced, there's a wide range of drinks and the staff have clearly been trained by the Corgi Quiet Discipline Team at the University of Buckingham BUT...........for the real reason. Please. Please just go there, enjoy the twinkles in the eyes of the lovely staff when they realise you are a 'norm' then get utterly utterly bladdered in amongst the creme de la creme of Roundhay society. Pour white wine over your top, get your mate to lick it off and then roar with hideous, gurgling laughter as you make a glorious spectacle of yourself. The bar staff will titter, twinsetted ladies will politely roll their eyes whilst their husbands eye you with the kind of wanton lust and longing that's not been on their faces since that dirty girl in Mexico on their gap year from Medical School. Seriously, eat, drink and make merry in this beautiful place for all the best reasons.....and also just because you like reminding those who place themselves in the upper eschelons that we working class scumbags are loud, proud and surround them. Tee hee hee x

One Friday night in the dark depths of January I dragged myself out with two friends for a spot of…read morefood. The Whitehouse is a little more than a walk away so we had to take the car but for once i didn't drive! The bar was fully stocked and the place brimming with people and it was not even pay day. The staff were attentive and both the order and the food were dealt with swiftly. I had the lasagne which did what i needed it too, not startling but cheesily adequate. The steak and veggie thing were also thoroughly enjoyed by my friends and the Whitehouse is noted as somewhere to go for a very pleasant evening. I imagine in the summer, its close proximity to Roundhay Park will certainly be advantageous.

A few of my friends and I decided to venture out into the depths of Yorkshire to get to know our…read moreneighbouring towns (Leeds has bled us dry!). Whilst we drove, winding through country lanes and forgotten roads, we decided we would find a lovely little country pub for a romantic Valentines' weekend dinner - and what a find. We walked in to tables dimly lit with wicker lamps that looked out over the Huddersfield suburbs. We couldn't have found a more beautiful view as the sun was setting and streetlights began to glitter. The landlord was instantly welcoming and was baffled to know that we had found him by chance, as apparently a satnav is a must-have to find it. We shared our money woes as poverty-striken students, so he directed us to the ridiculously cheap lunch menu - the portions were huge! The boards around the bar advertised live music and pub quizzes, along with messages of love and life for upcoming Valentines Day. We really couldn't have found a more idyllic, friendly place for a late Saturday meal and I would recommend it to anyone out for a spontaneous road trip!

found this by chance on Sunday. Obviously a popular place, there were lots of people dining. Really…read moreenjoyed the food, possibly with the exception of the mushy peas ;0) Staff were friendly, and prices not too bad, although on the high side for pub food at £9 for a main course, the quality was worth it

This review is easy... Four Words. Steak and Ale Pie…read more That's it. That's all you need. The place is typical, the staff works hard, and the only thing I can think about when I am in North Yorkshire is the Wellington Inn's Steak and Ale Pie. And, quite frankly, if you don't agree, too damn bad. It is that good! LOL

My family and I ate here last night and the food was beyond what was expected. Though the ambiance…read moreof the bar wasn't exactly uplifting, the service was very nice and the food was well seasoned. It is settled in a cute little inn in the middle of Yorkshire and was a wonderful experience for the family. They are a bit expensive as far as pub food goes but the burger and sides were fantastic and of course the alcohol was premium

Treated the family to an early evening meal. We did wonder if food wouldn't be available until…read morelater but we're in luck. We ordered at 5.45 - the bangers and mash tasted elegant - 3 large butchers sausages on top of a pile of mash and lashings of onion gravy. The steak pudding was generously filled and rich. The proper chips were also very good. My only complaint...it's a tad pricey, could do with knocking a couple of quid off the price of the main meals.

Great friendly staff, good food, reliable. Service can be a little slow if very busy but nothing…read moreelse to say - great location, good ales, get stuck in!