The Purefoy Arms, Preston Candover - pub details

Purefoy Arms
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Address: Alresford Road, Preston Candover, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 2EJ [map] [gmap]

Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 7687) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras

Website: http://www.purefoyarms.co.uk

Pub facilities/features:

  • Quiz night, Live music, TV
  • Pool table, Dartboard, Fruit machines, Quiz machines
  • Food served, Sunday roast, Real ale
  • Outside seating, Dogs allowed, Children allowed, Credit cards accepted, Car park, Smoking area, Wireless internet access, Coach parties welcome

Pub suggested by Alex on 3 May 2004

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user reviews of the Purefoy Arms, Preston Candover

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Was at this place over the weekend and completely underwhelmed. The food was over embelished and did not live up to the billing. The place was cold, untidy and lacked any atmosphere. It was not until the third course that we experienced anything like a smile or show of welcome from the staff, who frankly seemed not to want to be there!
Overall a big miss. 4/10.
Donner - 8 Mar 2011 09:05
Although not found through the usual GBG pages, word has spread that the Purefoy was worthy of attention not least for its fine food, but also some well-kept ales, which surely now should be a given in any pub that has genuine ambitions in the gastro-game in the same way one should be sure of a decent wine-list.
Pitching up in that quiet lull between Sunday lunch (served till 4 here), and the modest evening stint, there was little in the way of activity at the pub, although one can only imagine that it would be teeming with scores of upper-middle class clans desperate to pay handsomely for some local libation and verifiable victuals, all sourced from the best and most proximitous establishments. It was a shame that food wasn't in the offing as I daresay it would be superb - maybe another time.

The wine selection was excellent, and if one is prepared to pay, there were actually some very fine wines on offer at surprisingly low mark-ups. Ale-wise, only 2 out of a possible 3 pumps were active (the 3rd pump was a cider which is a useful option). Itchen Valley Winchester ale was sampled by the half, and was in reasonable nick. The barman was efficient in serving, if a little pre-occupied. The atmosphere was smart yet still cosy on a cold Winter's evening, and although clearly gunning for the foodie market and restaurant-heads rather than the pub lovers and ale cognoscenti, I think the balance is about right for its context and representatives from both camps can leave satisfied.

The building is charming and set in a very well-to-do neighbourhood, which will be a magnetic draw for some and a complete turn-off for others. I'd say give it a chance and see what you think - though paupers of the parish beware: you shall need to deploy considerable cash to get the best out of what's on offer here!

TWG - 9 Feb 2011 17:19
One of my favourite local pubs: the current owners have absolutely transformed it. Great decor - cosy, stylish but still pubby. The food is lovely: not rock bottom prices, but very affordable, and incredibly reasonable for the great quality, given many boil-in-the-bag operations charge less for mediocrity. (I was very happy to pay £10 for just about the nicest fish and chips I've ever eaten.) What I like most is that it's still a pub that welcomes drinkers and grazers: there's plenty of space and seating for people who've just popped in for a glass or several, and the very well-priced tapas style options are great if you want to soak up a bit of alcohol but not have a full meal. Go soon while the pub kittens are still little!
meringue - 9 Jul 2010 22:55
If you find yourself in this particularly pretty part of rural Hampshire then set aside a few hours for a Sunday lunch or evening meal at the Purefoy arms in Preston Candover. The pub was refurbished last year (2009) and the huge beer garden (surrounded by sheep filled fields) has recently been improved but what sets this pub apart from the many great rural pubs in this part of the world is the food and the wine list. The seasonal and original menu changes regularly (which is great if you are a local like me) but always retains some of the Purefoy classics...Rib of Beef for two, assorted tapas style starters and if you have plenty of friends and 72 hours notice a whole roast suckling pig! The wine list is extensive and has been selected to compliment the menu, if you need some recommendations then ask the bar staff but you could do a lot worse than sticking to the house red. In addition there are always a couple of local ales on tap, plus Guinness and the ever popular Peroni, dogs are welcome....as are walkers and cyclists....and even kids, the beer garden is the best in the area and it’s dog proof and the locals are friendly! See you there!
jayjayem - 8 Jun 2010 13:34
Having known the pub on and off for years I can honestly say the refurbishment is a fabulous improvement. Small choice of good beers, well kept and far preferable to a vast range of barely used/badly kept beers. The food is excellent, though a little pricey and not exactly hearty portions! The service has been faultless and friendly on the several occasions we have been in there over the past month.
little_old_wine_drinker - 8 Jan 2010 15:20

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