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A nice setting spoilt by over-priced beer. I think that £3.10 is a bit much for London Pride, but they're obviously charging what they think the market will bear. We only had the one before moving on.
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Turned up today at just after 2.45 (a Saturday in August) - asked for something to eat - promptly told by the Polish(?) girl, "food orders stop at 2.30" and "we are closing in 10 minutes anyway" - didn't even ask us if we wanted a drink - customer nearby had just ordered a bottle of wine and his head nearly fell off with shock when he realised he had 10 mins to drink a bottle of wine.
Never going back but they probably don't even care!
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wandered in...beer arrived...quality OK...pleasant tables by the pond.....not much choice which is not a draw but I heard mention of some new, let's hope interesting beer..not tried food but the bland beer choice does not encourage me to open my wallet as I presume the same philosophy runs throughout...ah I knew there was somethig good...no kids!
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The recent refurbishment has made it a very "resturanty" and a bit contemporary for my liking, but there is a small seating area and a couple of open fires, and the staff are really friendly which makes up for it.
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I was never a great fan of this pub before so am pleased with the change. It is very resauranty but there is still a reasonable drinking and sitting area. The staff were helpful and pleasant despite being nervous about a busy Friday night ahead. I thoroughly enjoyed my steak and Ruddles and will be back soon.
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Yes i have lots to say, the pub is now a clean and pleasant place to sit and eat a meal, had a great pint or two of London Pride (not Greene King).
and the staff to be very attentive and pleasant, i will definately return on a regular basis just to see the barmaids smiles.
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London Pride perhaps?
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If I remember rightly there was GKIPA, Ruddles County and Old Speckled Hen. So which one isn't Greene King then.
I visit, and like, lots of pubs. Unlike beentherebefore who has only visited the one.
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After some 3 months renovation the INN ON THE POND reopens. I was pleasntly surprised. Tastefully and respectfully restored features include all the beams centre fireplace, and the full restoration of a further fireplace complete with log burner.(well it even snows in April) The enlarged dining area and lounge atmosphere of western side of the pub, shows its focus on selling food, however the bar area is now larger and smarter and of course thats where the beer is.
New bar and waiting staff give a happy and warm welcome. Disregard prevoius comments they no longer describes the Inn On the Pond as it is now.
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The staff are the best in the world at making you feel very uncomfortable, and the food isn't much better either. I wouldn't recommend this pub to even my worst enemy. !!!!!!!!!!!
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Isn’t it funny how this pub had some good comments about it, and now they have been deleted! I think it is perfetic! I went into this pub the other night with my children and we felt more than welcome. The young lady behind the bar was very polite and help me chose real ale I haven’t tried before. We then decided to get a bite to eat. The portions where massive and was more than happy better to have loads than too little. The young man who served us was very nice and also polite and great with the kids. A brilliant experience and will come again. This is a great pub is lovely which looks out over the cricket pitch (which I can see as brilliant on a summer’s day when they are playing)
Oh sorry I said something nice? Am I going to be deleted aswell???????
anonymous - 14 Jul 2007 16:07 |
Have to agree with mharte. This place has certainly gone to the dogs. The quality of the food is not reflected in the steep prices when the kitchen is actually open which seems rather hit and miss!! Pub closes when it wants. Management has a bad attitude to staff and customers but the "barflies" are always well catered for. Give it a miss.
anonymous - 17 Apr 2007 11:16 |
lovley pub, nice staff and nico is the best waiter i no. and i should no i used to work there. stop moaning u lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Quality "English" pub a warm welcome excellent food and beer. Beautiful surroundings. Get there early for sunny summer Sunday sessions as the tables in the beer garden fill up quick. You might even get to see Edwina Curry if you are lucky???????????????? Only down side is someone has to drive
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I am a current vistor to this pub and strongley disagree with the comments of Tony Coleman. Although i will admid the preveous manager whos name will remain Anonymous was a rather rude man and if you were unlucky enough to experience his rudeness i can understand the comment. The new Land Lady sarah is very pleasent the food is great thanks to Des and i would highly recomend this establishment for food, drink and friendliness. I have always found the staff more than pleasent and enjoy the whole atmosphere.
Mary Smith - 5 Oct 2004 13:49 |
really nice pub - Nico the spanish waiter adds a touch of the 'Que' but comments below aren't really fair. Food lovely, and surroundings are really nice. Conservatory - restaurant at back is very nice and there is an excellent display of toy cars and trains - someone has a hobby other than running a pub then.....
Anthony - 26 Aug 2004 12:03 |
Well I like it as well. Friendly people, super range of beers - Harveys Best and Bitberger (sp?) lager amongs others, interesting collection of toy cars, old fag machines and similar memorabiblia. Worth a trip.
Nick - 1 Aug 2004 02:03 |
for a sunday afternoon drink in the country, you cant beat it
sEan - 4 Apr 2004 21:31 |
Pub Now Changed Hands & I believe much improved, but yet to try it, I believe it holds curry & taps evenings too!
Simon Pinto - 26 Feb 2004 23:54 |
Fantastic pub, tucked away in beautiful countryside. Can't disagree more strongly with comments below about staff - bar staff were friendly and Spanish landlady was charming! Really good food as well.
Simon Robinson - 15 Feb 2004 00:45 |
Traditional pub with real fires, great food, and a good bar. lovely beer garden next to the pond. Really nice if you want to get away from it all.
Alex - 14 Jan 2003 03:02 |
