Fox & Hounds

We visited our local pub for Sunday lunch recently and had a really lovely experience overall. It’s within walking distance for us, and it’s such a beautiful, traditional-looking pub full of charm and character. It has exactly the kind of cosy atmosphere you want for a relaxed Sunday afternoon roast lunch. The food was delicious for the most part. The roast lamb was absolutely the highlight - so tender and full of flavour. The beef, while still tasty, was slightly chewy and cooked quite rare. That said, the rest of the plate was excellent. The roast potatoes were crispy, the cauliflower cheese was good, and the Yorkshire pudding was delicious. The vegetables were cooked well, nicely seasoned, and complemented the meal perfectly. Good sized portions. For dessert, we had the chocolate bomb. It was nice, but slightly underwhelming compared to how impressive a ‘chocolate bomb’ sounds. Service was generally good - friendly and attentive - although we did need to ask for our coffee twice. It didn’t spoil the experience, but it was noticeable. The music was great and really helped create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Overall, it’s a beautiful spot for Sunday lunch with high-quality food. It is priced on the higher end in comparison for Sunday lunches however the pub is rated in the top 100. We will return and would recommend to friends and family.

We visited the Fox & Hounds with high expectations, especially as it was a finalist in sustainability awards and previously held a Michelin star. Unfortunately, the experience fell well below what we expected. Inside, the pub was already open, but the team were still in a meeting with bags and coats spread out. We waited around 15–20 minutes without being greeted or acknowledged. The menu didn’t offer any fresh juices or non-alcoholic options besides carton juice, which is surprising for a place that highlights sustainability. The staff were polite but didn’t offer much warmth or explanation about the pub’s concept. As for the food: it looked nice, but the portions were extremely small for the price. I left still feeling hungry after my main, which has never happened to me in a pub of this calibre. We were also asked if the meal was fine less than a minute after the plates arrived, before we even had time to taste anything. Overall, the reputation and awards create an expectation that the actual experience doesn’t meet. It’s not a place we would return to. The pub has potential, but it needs more care with the welcome, the atmosphere, portion sizes and delivering a clearer sustainability experience. Note: the small greenhouse was the only visible nod to sustainability, but it felt very minimal and not actively used. We were also not asked about any allergies or intolerances, which was unexpected for a place of this standard.

A gem of a place ! Nice service and good food ! As a chef i can be picky but had nothing to complain about ! Food was great ! Each seperate part cooked with care so once put together the pride shone through ! Thanks team !

Have ridden past this pub many times over the years but this time we called in for a refreshing pint and were treated as if we were old friends. The beers were as lovely as the staff. Will definitely be back soon.

Exceptional food! Returning customer, that every time gets blown away by the quality, presentation and taste of the food. All compliments to the chef/chefs! Staff super friendly and professional. Highly recommend Fox & Hounds.

We chose to host our wedding reception at the Fox and Hounds as the food is so fantastic and we’ve had always had a great dining experience there. The process was stress free and simple and the staff worked with us every step of the way. We met with the head chef Brett who curated a menu with us for exactly what we wanted. He gave creative suggestions to make the menu as delicious as possible. The front of house manager Ricky helped us with sorting out all the fine details of the day including table plans, decorations, timings, and speeches. He always communicated with us and made things so simple and stress free. We couldn’t have been happier with the food on the day, it was incredible. Many of our guests commented it was the best food they had ever had. And the service was excellent. The staff went above and beyond. The space of the pub worked really well for our wedding. The overall effect with the decorations gave a cosy and atmospheric ambiance. There was also space for the DJ to set up with a dance floor area. Everyone had such a good time. I can’t thank the staff enough. If you are looking to host a wedding or event I absolutely recommend the fox and hounds.

I've wanted to visit for a feed for a while so we decided to drive up and head in on a whim just as the kitchen opened on Saturday evening. Served with fresh ale and sat immediately, we were. What a treat. The pork chop and steak were delectable, as were the sides of tenderstem and carrots. Managed to squeeze in a wedge of the spiced plum tart, which, I reckon, I could eat endlessly. The service, too, was excellent, and the atmosphere relaxed. I could have sat and sipped and nibbled all night, but we had to get home to the mutt. What a beautiful pub and dinner. I look forward to returning.

Excellent food, excellent service will be returning soon! ***Update** Returned 2 weeks later and had a different starter, main and dessert just as excellent as the first time and the extra bonus this time is that Wednesday and Thursdays in July they have 20% off food! So an absolute bargain for such wonderful food.