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A stream runs alongside the terrace at this rural Worcestershire gastropub, which reopened after a full refurbishment and is now drawing people out from the city. The chef came up through Carters of Moseley, and the menu sits comfortably between proper pub food and something a bit more considered: battered haddock sits beside seabass with lobster bisque, and neither feels out of place. Menus turn with the seasons, the interior is cosy, and the desserts reportedly justify the drive.
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- Top 50 Gastropubs 2026 · #86 · Top 50 Gastropubs
One number, weighted & current 79
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
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Peanut butter parfait
“Desserts are a highlight, with the peanut butter parfait with salted caramel and chocolate ice cream a standout, alongside sticky toffee pudding and a selection of British cheeses.”
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Battered haddock with chips
“Mains blend familiar pub cooking with a more refined touch, from battered haddock with chips and curry sauce and free-range chicken schnitzel with peppercorn sauce”
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Free-range chicken schnitzel
“Mains blend familiar pub cooking with a more refined touch, from battered haddock with chips and curry sauce and free-range chicken schnitzel with peppercorn sauce”
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Sticky toffee pudding
“Desserts are a highlight, with the peanut butter parfait with salted caramel and chocolate ice cream a standout, alongside sticky toffee pudding and a selection of British cheeses.”
Top 50 Gastropubs, 2026
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