The Crown, Axford

Thankfully the Crown is now under new ownership and what an improvement!

If you are looking for that rare thing, a proper English Country pub in the English countryside serving real ale, locally sourced and freshly prepared food then give The Crown at Axford a try.

There is a proper bar on one side and a more foodie focussed bar and lounge area on the other. I had a good quality Black Sheep last week, draft Guinness is promised, the locals are friendly, dogs are welcome, great beer garden and not to be missed if the best rural view in the area out of the bar window....

15 Sep 2010 05:53

The Yew Tree, Lower Wield

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.

13 Aug 2010 14:55

The Purefoy Arms, Preston Candover

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!

8 Jun 2010 13:34