The Bell and Bottle, Shinfield

Ate here with a friend. Very brown decor, but lovely friendly staff and a perfectly decent basic pub meal at a good price. Loads of car parking, comfy chairs, nothing was too much trouble. If you're after a relaxing basic pub with nice people, this is your one.

24 Apr 2013 20:02

Swan Inn, Arborfield

Had a lovely meal with family. Very nice staff, cosy traditional pub, food tasty and plenty of it. If you're looking for something terribly posh and twee, this isn't it. If you're looking for a really nice old fashioned pub with lovely people, head here fast.

12 Mar 2013 14:28

The General Havelock Inn, Haydon

Surprising, but in a good way. Looks a bit 'eek' from the roadside - black exterior, nothing special. But lovely friendly staff, and a big restaurant area at the back overlooking the river, with outside seating.
Very good food. We'd go back.

10 Jun 2012 19:27