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Welcome to our award winning, family run, village inn. We're on a mission to offer the very best pub food in the Forest of Dean and on our menus you'll find a wide choice of quality home-cooked meals - ranging from steaks to curries and seafood. On Sundays, we also run a popular carvery from noon until 3pm. All our meat comes from butchers within 4 miles of Parkend and we support many other producers in the Forest of Dean. At the bar you'll even find local real ales on tap, as well as a wide selection of other beers and wines. We have disabled access and we welcome families, mountain bikers and walkers.
PRICE RANGE
R 216 - R 336
Special Diets
Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
British, Grill, Pub, Gastropub
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Free off-street parking, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

We were warmly welcomed despite not having booked. We both really enjoyed our meals in the restaurant then relaxed after on a settee in the bar area. Super evening.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Food was amazing, fresh and tasty. Drinks good. Lady behind the bar very welcoming and friendly. Dog & child friendly place. Would definitely return.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 5 February 2024

After a walk round Mallards Pike we stopped here for lunch. We both had a light lunch. Chicken Goujons and Baked Camembert with a side of chips and onion rings. All that was an ample meal, unusual , well cooked and beautifully presented. Staff were...very friendly and efficient AND the pub was dog friendly. Highly recommended.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 5 February 2024

Very friendly and helpful staff who did everthing to ensure a pleasant stay. Would recomend for people n the Forest of Dean area. Cosy and homely.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 14 January 2024

Very good food served in a warm and friendly atmosphere which was very reasonably priced. 3 courses for 3 people with a bottle of wine and a pint of lager shandy for just over £100. Would certainly go again.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 26 December 2023 via mobile

Met friends for lunch in the Fountain Inn today. Staff were very attentive and had our table all ready for us. They even got us a bowl of water for the Dogs. The food was absolutely delicious and served promptly. Will definitely go back.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 8 November 2023 via mobile

Fabulous overnight stay, with delicious breakfast. Comfortable and cosy room, very clean. We also had dinner which was superb - varied menu at very reasonable prices and a well stocked bar. We would highly recommend and will definitely be back!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 30 October 2023

Lovely pub friendly and fantastic food ljust walking distance from guest house and right next to steam train ride into lforest of Dean

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 25 October 2023

Fabulous evening meal for 17 of my close family & friends. 24/10/2023. Lovely meals for all of us (especially the vegetarian options) All the staff were incredibly cheerful, friendly & helpful. Ps - the Butty Bach was great.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2023

We stayed for one night, but would have happily stayed for longer. Our room was clean; the beds comfortable; the shower powerful with lots of hot water; soft, absorbent towels; and high quality toiletries. After a very good night's sleep, our pre-ordered breakfast was first-class...- fresh fruit and juice, delicious hot cooked eggs, bacon, sausage, black pudding and mushrooms, toast and excellent coffee. We could have ordered a continental breakfast and that looked as good. Add to this, friendly and helpful staff.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 3 October 2023 via mobile

Very friendly helpful staff, good choice of food. Very tasty. It was busy when we were there but we were served quite quickly. Overall an excellent choice.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 September 2023 via mobile

We keep Coming back and as always the food and staff are excellent, definitely need to book as it was very busy. I opted for fish and chips and hubby had the tarragon chicken and it was not as issue to swap potatoes for chips.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 September 2023

They were busy tonight. Couldn't get the kitchen to cook me dinner. They were fully booked with people tonight. But that didn't stop them from giving me a great welcome and friendly service.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 September 2023

Called to book at the last minute and managed to get a table outside, which suited us and our dog. The landlady was super helpful and very friendly, as were all the other staff members. We were made to feel like welcomed and valued guests....Great choice on the menu as well as a specials board. I had several vegetarian options and the Chickpea Tagine that i chose was delicious. I was even too full for desert ! We will definitely return, but will book in advance, to ensure a table because this is obviously a popular choice with locals and holiday makersMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 30 August 2023

Great food, proper hearty pub food! Big portions and great value. Definitely book if there is a large group

Date of visit: July 2023
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JENNYJ7070
13 September 2020|
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Hello Jenny. We're a family friendly pub and that's not a problem at all. We would say though, that if you wanted to eat, it would definitely be best to book as we only have limited tables available at the moment in order... More
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Hello Tim, we welcome dogs (although not the dining room I’m afraid). If you phone beforehand we’d be delighted to reserve a table in the bar for you. Regards Michelle and Alan.
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Hello Tony, yes we have the Cloud. If you haven't already done so, you'll need to register when you're here, but it's a popular platform used in many pubs and, once you've done so, you can use it elsewhere too. Regards... More
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