The Yew Tree, Lower Wield - pub details
Address: Lower Wield, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9RX [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 30936) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Pub suggested by bulldrinker on 31 Jan 2007
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> Current user rating: 7.9/10 (rated by 15 users)
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Star Inn, Bentworth (1.7 miles), Star Inn, Bentworth (1.9 miles)
user reviews of the Yew Tree, Lower Wield
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| a restaurant not a pub littlecon - 6 Apr 2011 16:58 |
| Albeit that the car is a constraint when it comes to quaffing, it is sadly the only way one will ever get to enjoy the delights of remote rural gems such as this, which is buried deep in the Hants countryside but is well worth rooting out. In Winter, this place is a real winner, with its hearty welcome from landlord Tim and the cosy, comforting interior that just wills one to venture in and not leave for a protracted period; instead imploring indulgence in a boozy session in the self-delusional belief that it's the only way to stay warm and fend off the unpleasant dark evenings. The place might've been found virtually empty on a Sunday evening, were it not for a crowd of suitably-oiled - if not altogether bronzed - Aussies, who appeared to be well-known to the landlord and so I took for locals (or pals of someone who was). Plainly their afternoon had been occupied by one of those lunches that just doesn't ever draw to a natural close. The coupling of "booze" and "Aussie" is not always a civil one, but happily these were rather more well-heeled exceptions to that rule, staying jovial but never straying into rowdiness, and despite the occasional wine spillage, they lent a sense of congeniality to proceedings. Tim took time to have a chat with me and my friend, and we both found him informed and savvy. I imagine he runs a good ship here. His ales numbered only 3, but that sampled was kept well (Alton's Pride by Triple F on this occasion), and the blackboard promised further choices of note from local brewers including Surrey's Hog's Back and Hampshire's Bowman. Food was not being served and so I can pass no judgement on its variety or quality - but I would be surprised if it was always as dubious as the last commentator describes. I would say don't rule this pub out on the strength of that alone. TWG - 9 Feb 2011 16:56 |
| Having done some internet research on pubs not too far from Basingstoke as we were meeting some friends who live south, while we live in the other direction. The Yew Tree rated highly, their website is great so I had high hopes. I'm sorry to say we were royally disappointed. We went for lunch last Sunday (17th October) having booked a table. The pub was virtually empty at the time (12pm), and also very cold. The young man who served us wasn't particularly friendly or welcoming (although the even younger blonde girl was nice) and it took quite a while to get the board with the menu on it to us. I chose the roast lamb, two of our party ordered the steak & ale pudding and one chose the ham hock. When the food came, my lamb was inedible. It was tough, overcooked and clearly not the best quality as well as being a very small portion in comparison to what my friends were having. It was swimming in gravy. I'm very surprised that any chef worth his or her salt would have been happy to serve that to a customer. When I complained, the young guy couldn't have been less bothered. His face may have cracked if he'd smiled. I asked him if I could have a better piece of meat, and he mumbled something about that being it but I could have the shoulder of lamb instead if I liked. Not really what I wanted but I said ok as by this time my friends were all tucking in to their food. I was told it would be a 5 minute wait. 15 minutes later it arrived. Again drowning in gravy (as were 2 out of the 3 other dishes on our table). I was left to eat my lunch while my friends had all finished. Two of us ordered desserts, both of which came on one of those biscuity things, both of which were inedible also, although the ice cream was lovely. All this while we were shivering as it was so cold (yes I know, why have ice cream then.....) Tim, I'm really sorry but we won't be coming back and we won't be recommending either. Perhaps your regular chef was away, perhaps the lad who served us was having a bad day, perhaps your heating wasn't working, but it wasn't a happy experience. scottiepuss - 22 Oct 2010 10:36 |
| What a fantastic pub. There's not much more to add that hasn't been said. Friendly, knowledgable staff with a good sense of humour. There are several well kept local brews and the food is fantastic. Phone ahead for a table, it's very popular and rightly so. Even their website is a good read! A nice atmosphere that makes you feel very welcome. How could it be better? Move to within walking distance of my house please! SweeneyRegan - 7 Oct 2010 16:53 |
| Been to the Yew Tree many times for food or just for a drink in the last 12 months. The pub is in a great setting, surrounded by fields, cricket pitch and alongside some pretty cottages, it is the perfect area to take the dog for a walk and have a pint and some food afterwards. Tim the owner and all the staff are always very welcoming and up for a chat, good choice of local brews and beer is always in good condition the food is excellent. It is a proper rural pub (quiz nights, locals at the bar, bar food etc) and is well used by the local community, a really nice welcoming feeling to this pub. i'd highly recommend it. jayjayem - 13 Aug 2010 14:55 |
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