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Destination Pubs
ALL ABOUT THE DESTINATION
After a tough couple of years we are all slowly starting to get used to venturing out again and making the most of some of our wonderful local pubs. Here are some that are well worth going the extra mile for...
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High Street, Rowde SN10 2PN The Cross Keys is traditional pub in the centre of Rowde village that has recently come under new management. A real hub of the community, it offers everything you expect from a great local – proper Wadworth beers, regular quiz nights and live music, a pool table, juke box, dart boards, a skittle alley and tasty, good value homecooked food.
As well as being a friendly village local, their weekly carvery attracts diners from far and wide. Served every Sunday, you can enjoy a large plate for just £12.50 or a small plate for only £9.50 (children under 8 eat free with a paying adult too!). You get a choice of three meats and all-you-can-eat trimmings (nut roast and vegetarian gravy also available).
Book early to avoid disappointment by phone or by popping into the pub. You can also get in touch via their Facebook page, fb.com/ CrossKeysRowde
01380 739567 | crosskeysrowde.co.uk 33 Ashley Rd, Bradford on Avon BA15 1RT The Hilton family took the helm at the well-known ‘Dog and Fox Inn’ in Bradford on Avon in 2014. They have since built it into a popular destination for many locals and visitors, all of whom enjoy the pub that they have re-created.
All are welcome, whether they just want to pop in for ‘a swift one’ while walking the dog, to sit down and enjoy drinks with friends, or eat a good meal with a drink in a relaxing atmosphere. Delicious, freshly cooked food is available Thursday to Saturday (roasts are available every Sunday too) to eat in or takeaway, and there’s a pizza oven that gets fired up on sunny weekend days too. When the warmer weather arrives you can kick back and relax in the lovely garden, complete with play area for the kids, right on the edge of beautiful Wiltshire countryside.
01225 832137 | dogandfoxinn.com
THE FARMHOUSE INN
Frome Road, Southwick BA14 9QD This family friendly destination in Southwick is a popular family dining destination. There is a large garden in which to soak up some sun and the dedicated children’s menu will ensure your little ones eat well. The pub, which has recently received another 5* Scores On The Doors rating from Wiltshire Council, is open daily for snacks, lunch and dinner, serving a wide range of homecooked meals and using local produce wherever possible. The specials board is a firm favourite with regulars and changes daily giving you the perfect excuse to return again and again! If you fancy pushing the boat out their juicy steaks, served on a hot lava stone, are fantastic. Available all day they range in price from £13.50 - £23.95. Delicious! With their dedicated function room and large car park, The Farmhouse is also an ideal venue to host a party, celebration or function – call and speak to Janet, their events co-ordinator – for more information.
01225 764366 | farmhousesouthwick.co.uk
The Old Bell is re-opening this month
THE OLD BELL
42 Market Place, Warminster BA12 9AN After more than two years of closure The Old Bell will be opening its doors again from 11 April, under the new management of Wiltshire Inns, joining The Swan Hotel in Bradford on Avon under the same banner. That means as well as excellent accommodation within Warminster town centre, local visitors can pop in and enjoy a traditional pub with an impressive selection of ales, mouthwatering authentic Thai cuisine and pub classics 7 days a week. The Old Bell will also be open for breakfast from 8am and will serve food all day until 9pm. And with lots of spaces available for private events, it’s a great place to host a party too!
01985 216611 | oldbellwarminster.co.uk
THE OLD HAM TREE
Ham Green, Holt BA14 6PY Landlords Steph and Sam run a pub that offers a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and tasty, fresh good value food. The Old Ham Tree, which has recently enjoyed a refurb inside and out, is a Wadworth pub, so you
LYN & ANDY HOBBS WELCOME YOU TO THE RISING SUN
We are a traditional country pub offering tasty homemade food, real ales & ciders NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR EASTER WEEKEND!
• Beer garden • Homemade food served daily • Local real ales & ciders • Gluten free menu • Steak deal • Traditional Sunday roast • Takeaways • Live music • Large car park • Open 7 days a week
61 Woodmarsh, North Bradley, Trowbridge BA14 0SB 01225 776545 therisingsun-northbradley.co.uk f
Where town meets beautiful countryside
We offer delicious food to eat in/takeaway from Thursday to Saturday and delicious roasts every Sunday. Advanced booking is advised! Open Tuesday to Sunday 33 Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon BA15 1RT 01225 862137 | dogandfoxinn.com | ft
The Old Bell Hotel is a charming 14th century coaching inn located in the heart of Warminster, on the edge of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs AONB.
RE-OPENING MONDAY 11TH APRIL
Our traditional pub showcases an impressive selection of ales, mouth-watering authentic Thai cuisine and Pub Classics menus 7 days a week. We are open for breakfast from 8am and serve food all day until 9pm.
info@oldbellwarminster.co.uk | 01985 216611 | oldbellwarminster.co.uk | The Old Bell, 42 Market Place, Warminster, BA12 9AN
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can expect to find a tasty pint. If the spring weather is kind you can also soak up some rays in the pretty garden, it gets the sun from late morning all the way into the evening.
They have a great selection of homecooked food available and are particularly well known for their burgers and pies. If you are watching the pennies, their smaller portions start from just £7 for a main course, and on a Sunday you can enjoy the likes of roast beef and Yorkshire puddings from only £8.50! They also have a good selection of veggie and vegan options available and offer a gluten free menu too.
01225 782581 | theoldhamtree.com
The Rising Sun
The Old Ham Tree is has a pretty garden in which you can soak up some rays
THE RISING SUN
61 Woodmarsh, North Bradley, Trowbridge BA14 0SB Lyn & Andy Hobbs, welcome you to the Rising Sun. A traditional English pub, it aims to be the best local around. It offers delicious, classic British food complemented by a great range of well-kept traditional ales, local gins (49 of them!) and fine wines.
As we move into spring, you can head to The Rising Sun for great live music from popular local bands. Not only that but as a hub of the community you can enjoy regular events like raffles and pub quizzes. If you’re stopping for a bite to eat the menu is full of proper pub classics, freshly prepared and locally sourced. If you love hearty pub fare at good value prices, this is the place for you!
SIGN OF THE ANGEL
6 Church St, Lacock SN15 2LB Sign of the Angel is an awardwinning 15th century coaching inn located in the National Trust village of Lacock. The Angel has built a reputation in the area for providing great tasting food and drink in a relaxed, easy going atmosphere and encompassing the key elements of a traditional Inn - it also offers homely rooms for those staying overnight. On sunny spring days the garden is a wonderful spot to spend some time, but if the weather isn’t so kind, inside is cosy and inviting. Open from 10am for coffee or tea and house-baked cakes, The Angel is then open through lunch, into the afternoon (where the cream teas are a delight!!) and then on to dinner.
Lunches provide the options of some classic British dishes or there is a set menu, which is great value
The Sign of The Angel is a beautiful 15th century coaching inn
• Wadworth Real Ales • Covered & Heated Beer Garden • Takeaway service • Children & Dog Friendly • Gluten Free & Coeliac Menu Available • Large Car Park • Homemade Smaller Portions from £7.50 • B&B Accommodation
Please call us on 01225 782581 or book online
OPEN: Wed - Sat 12-10pm, Sun 12-4.30pm FOOD SERVED: Wed - Sat 12-2.30pm & 5.30-8pm, Sun 12-3pm 01225 782 581 • theoldhamtree@gmail.com • theoldhamtree.co.uk • f
HAM GREEN, HOLT, TROWBRIDGE BA14 6PY
for the quality of ingredients and flavours offered.
The a la carte dinner menu offers a wide range of interesting dishes all freshly prepared from locally sourced produce. There is also a good variety of vegan and gf options to ensure everyone's dietary needs are met.
01249 730230 | signoftheangel.co.uk
THE SWAN HOTEL
1 Church St, Bradford on Avon BA15 1LN This renowned Bradford on Avon hotel is open all year round – for visitors they have stylish, well-appointed town centre accommodation and for locals there is a great pub, tasty food and also the option to enjoy some top live music too.
You’ll always find something delicious to eat or drink at The Swan, whether you’re looking for traditional pub classics or an authentic Thai experience. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offer a Sunday carvery and are also a great option for a coffee, or a light snack and a glass of wine or pint of local ale. In the summertime their terrace, right next to the River Avon, offers a relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy a cold drink or al fresco dining.
Live music fans flock to The Swan’s Cellar Bar for its renowned live music nights, with folk, blues and even sea shanty sessions!
01225 868686 | theswanbradford.co.uk
THE THREE DAGGERS
Westbury Road, Edington BA13 4PG The Three Daggers is an awardwinning Great British Inn - an exceptional spot to eat, sleep and unwind. If you have family and friends coming to stay, or fancy staycationing close to home, their rooms offer rustic charm with a calming neutral palate and hotelstyle comforts which create a home-from-home vibe. The three bedrooms at the inn are Coulston, Priory and Tinhead. Adjacent there is a self-contained kitchen and lounge which makes it ideal for exclusive use for a family or small group. The Spa Barn is just a step away from Edington Farm Shop and across the road from The Three Daggers pub. The spa offers a selection of treatments that will nurture your wellbeing in a gentle holistic way. Tom Chesshyre from The Times says, "This is no ordinary country pub with rooms. First, it has its own brewery, then there’s the 'spa barn' with three smart treatment rooms, a swanky relaxation lounge, croquet lawn and outdoor hot tub and sauna.”
01380 830940 | threedaggers.co.uk
The Three Horseshoes
THE THREE HORSESHOES
55 Frome Rd, Bradford on Avon BA15 1LA In Bradford on Avon, right next to the train station, sits The Three Horseshoes pub. Everyone and anyone is welcome at this eclectic boozer, and it offers a superb range of well kept real ales and ciders in addition to the usual lagers, spirits and mixers you expect. It shows live sport on big screens and has loads of outdoor seating that makes it an ideal venue for meeting up with friends on a warm spring evening.
The main draw of The ‘Shoes though isn’t any of the above; it has an unrivalled reputation for fantastic live music. Over the coming weeks you can see more than 20 bands playing live, including The Setbacks, The Radio Makers, The Soul Strutters, Hell Death Fury, Straight Shooter and many more – see our listings pages for the full line up or call the pub direct. Pay a visit to their Facebook page and you’ll see from the reviews what a following it has. As one recent reviewer said, “Fantastic proper pub, loved it, very welcoming, friendly staff and locals” Sums it up rather nicely.
The Swan has a popular Sunday carvery - booking recommended!
01225 865876 | Find them on Facebook
THE WESTBROOK
Westbrook Road, Bromham SN15 2EE If you have young children, you simply won’t find a better place to take them than The Westbrook. With its large garden and huge array of children’s play equipment, little ones can let off steam whilst you relax with a glass of something chilled. The recently refurbished deck is seriously comfy, ideal for when you want to decamp for an afternoon!
The Westbrook offers great food; keeping the kids happy doesn’t mean compromising on eating well here. The set lunch menu, available Monday to Friday, is superb value and completely delicious. They also have a great selection of children's meals with homemade
1 Church Street Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1LN 01225 868686
theswanbradford.co.uk
theswanbradford @stayswan swanbradford
DELICIOUS SUNDAY CARVERY
Served every Sunday 12 noon – 3pm Reservations Recommended
Vegetarian options available, dogs welcome
AUTHENTIC THAI FOOD (prepared by our Thai Chefs) Available 7 Days a Week
Thai Chilli Restaurant Open 12 noon – 3pm & 6pm – 10pm (Thai Takeaway and local non-contact delivery service also available)
PUB CLASSICS MENU (available all day)
Available 7 Days a Week Open 12 noon – 3pm & 6pm – 10pm Our pub also offers a great selection of real ales, lagers, ciders, wines & soft drinks.
The Three Daggers
PUB | FARM SHOP | RESTAURANT | INN Brewery bar available for private hire
Westbury Road, Edington, Wiltshire BA13 4PG 01380 830 940 | threedaggers.co.uk
and healthier options as well as nice touches like children’s cutlery, a simple idea so often overlooked. Sundays are hugely popular too, with roasts from £13.50pp – booking essential!
01380 850418 | westbrookbromham.co.uk
afternoon!" The Westbrook
THE WHITE HART
Lane End, Corsley, Warminster BA12 7NE Ideally situated for a stop off on the way to or from Longleat or Center Parcs, The White Hart at Corsley is a great little pub that offers a warm welcome from landlady Adelle and good hearty pub food thanks to head chef Stephen. interior with a proper drinking bar space in between. Stephen runs a ‘fresh’ kitchen, nothing is frozen and everything is prepared and cooked from fresh ingredients. As well as his various forms of Yorkshire puddings – thanks to his Yorkshire roots - another of The White Hart’s specialities are Stephen’s authentic curries. He buys his spices direct from Asian supermarkets and makes authentic curries from across the Indian subcontinent and Asia. In the bar you’ll find a range of beers, including local real ales, and some more unusual options from further afield. They also have a selection of ciders on tap, all for under £4 a pint.
Adelle has a range of great events lined up for later in the year including live music, car club meetings and bulldog walks (it’s a dog friendly place!) to name but a few. Find them on Facebook for all the latest plans.
At The White Hart nothing is frozen, everything is cooked from fresh ingredients 01373 832363 | whitehartcorsley.co.uk
