We are delighted to be listed as a “hidden hotspot” and a “higher member” in the latest addition off the Trencherman’s Guide.
Rick Stein describes it as ‘a guide with teeth’ due to the strict entry criteria that restaurants must meet in order to be included.
If you would like to read our online listing you can find it HERE.
If you would like a hard copy of the guide, it really showcases an excellent selection of South West hospitality, they are available from the bar.
Christmas Opening Hours
Monday 22nd Dec to Friday 26th Dec CLOSED
Saturday 27th Dec OPEN LUNCH / OPEN DINNER
Sunday 28th Dec OPEN LUNCH / CLOSED DINNER
Monday 29th Dec OPEN LUNCH / OPEN DINNER
Tuesday 30th Dec OPEN LUNCH / OPEN DINNER
Wednesday 31st Dec CLOSED LUNCH / OPEN DINNER
Please see our FESTIVE MENU which will be available Wednesday to Saturday alongside our usual offerings.
On New Year’s Eve we will be offering a delicious tasting menu, perfect for celebrating the close of 2025 and beginning of 2026.
We have recently introduced a new selection to our lunch menu, available Wednesday to Saturday.
In addition to our excellent-value prix fixe menu and pub classics, we now have a selection of snacks- ideal for a lighter lunch, a quick bite with a cold drink or sharing among friends
Our new snack offering will include dishes such as:
• Tomato Arancini
served with arrabbiata sauce and Parmesan.
• Hash Brown
topped with a softly set hen’s egg and smoky bacon jam.
• Cod Goujons
with curry sauce and fresh coriander.
• Cheese on Toast
Baron Bigod cheese melted over toasted treacle soda bread, apricot marmalade.
We’re blessed to be located near a number of superb local attractions, suitable for all tastes, ages and interests. Here are a few of our favourite local recommendations:
• Forde Abbey & Gardens (4 miles)
A stunning historic house with 30 acres of award-winning gardens and seasonal events.
• Lyme Regis (20 mins)
A charming seaside town with beaches, fossil hunting, boutique shops, and the famous Cobb harbour.
• River Cottage HQ (15 mins)
A must-visit for food lovers — attend a cookery course or enjoy a seasonal dining experience at Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s culinary retreat.
• Charmouth Beach & Heritage Coast Centre (20 mins)
A fossil hunter’s paradise on the Jurassic Coast with guided walks and family-friendly activities.
• Montacute House (30 mins)
An impressive Elizabethan mansion owned by the National Trust, with formal gardens and fine art collections.
• Barrington Court (30 mins)
A beautifully restored Tudor manor house with orchards, a walled kitchen garden, and seasonal exhibitions.
• Axe Valley Wildlife Park (10 mins)
A small, family-friendly zoo with meerkats, lemurs, reptiles, and more—great for kids.
• Perry’s Cider Mill & Museum (25 mins)
Discover traditional cider-making, taste local varieties, and enjoy the tearoom and orchard walks.
