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Formerly a seaside villa for British gentry, a royal host, a pilot training school, and now a country house hotel, The Alverbank oozes historical charm. Its sweeping staircase, open fireplaces and dining room are some of the Victorian features under restoration by local entrepreneurs David Thomson, Abby Thomson and Fiona Gibbins. ...
View full reviewEntering the spacious and airy dining room at The Seahorse, we felt immediately relaxed. Like a breath of fresh air, the first thing you notice is the bright, coastal-themed interior boasting cool blues, evocative paintings, and ample space to unwind. Just a stone’s throw from Stokes Bay beach and Alver Valley Country Park, this...
View full reviewThe Osborne View is a relaxed family-friendly pub packed with maritime heritage in the heart of Hill Head. A large open bar features plenty of Badger ales courtesy of brewer Hall & Woodhouse, in addition to a varied wine list and a fantastic range of hot drinks from the ethically minded Colourful Coffee Co.
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Breezes Café, which overlooks the Solent at Hill Head, welcomes beachcombers, kite-surfers, dog walkers and bird-watchers with big appetites. This is a nautical-styled café that offers a warm welcome and an innovative menu of fresh, locally sourced and home-cooked food. Choose from a breakfast menu that boasts such dis...
View full reviewOriginally built as a family home in the early 1920s, The Golden Bowler is a well-established free house and restaurant and has been owned and operated by the same family for the last 26 years. A large lounge bar provides a comfortable place to relax and sample something from the bar menu or enjoy one of the many fine wines, tradi...
View full reviewEminently welcoming, The Wyvern is a fantastic setting for quality time spent with friends and family. This child-friendly venue boasts an enclosed beer garden and outdoor play area, not to mention a library of board games for when the British weather doesn’t quite meet our expectations. What’s more, the weekly pub quiz and p...
View full reviewThe Crofton is the kind of homely, traditional pub that you wish was at the end of your road. For a lucky few it makes a fantastic local, and for others its unpretentious atmosphere and fantastic food is certainly worth making the trip to Fareham. There are oodles of home-cooked favourites to be found here, on an enticing menu and ...
View full reviewIn the centre of the Island, lying but three miles south of Newport, the village of Rookley is home to some astonishing views and the well-known pub The Chequers Inn. Dating back to the 18th Century, this former customs house turned Island pub is run by owners Richard and Sue Holmes. Along with selling ales that have seen the pub ap...
View full reviewIn the centre of the Island, just three miles south of Newport, the rural village of Rookley is home to The Chequers Inn. This 18th-Century former customs house is now a CAMRA-recommended establishment due to its fine selection of premier ales and boasts a great reputation for thoroughly traditional cuisine, utilising local produce....
View full reviewThe inviting Wishing Well pub on the outskirts of Ryde offers a comfortable and enjoyable visit for all, with fabulous food and drink available throughout the year. Look out over the Solent from the summer veranda with a refreshing drink, or enjoy a wholesome classic pub meal inside the newly refurbished and family-friendly dining a...
View full reviewOverlooking the beach with the most spectacular of sea views, this lovely pub and restaurant is the picture of stylish coastal living, with distressed wooden furniture, tea lights, boats and beautiful pictures decorating an interior of subtle tones. Offering a quality dining experience by the sea, the pub setting of The Boat Hous...
View full reviewWith stone walls, original beams and enough character to woo even the most devout traditionalist, The Dark Horse in lovely Brading also boasts the light, bright feel that you might expect from a more contemporary establishment. The combination results in the most comfortable of settings in which to partake of good food and drink. ...
View full reviewDonny’s is an all-round celebration of British tradition. Offering arguably one of the finest examples of high tea in England, this quaint and luxurious venue transports guests back to a time many of us feel nostalgic for.
The inside space boasts an amalgamation of china trinkets, antique clock faces and flower garlands. ...
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