Masons Arms, Meysey Hamptonback to pub details please note - reviews on this site are purely the opinion of site visitors, so don't take them too seriously.
Another Arkells cock up ! Stick Pam Ayres useful hunting and fishing mate of the Arkells in and it can't go wrong. And oh boy did it !!!! Worse than before and the beer dreadful !! New people in now so will go in soon and report back. Why oh why don't the Arkells ever read these reviews and learn? Answers on a postcard to George Arkell.......................
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I just wish I'd been there with wayne-allison when Milly was stripping the bear!
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This pub is a real gem. We stumbled across it whilst exploring the Cotswolds and could not have asked for a more heavenly place to stop and have a delicious, hearty, lunch. Followed by more fine wine and a good read of the papers by the fire.
The landlord and his staff are wonderfully friendly and a reminder that good customer service serves as key to any great establishment.
We were spoilt for choice with the menu, all food of which is of local produce and absolutely delicious.
We shall certainly return! A truly memorable afternoon.
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This pub used to be an absolute gem....great beer, great pub food, lovely atmosphere and the spine of a pretty village.
What went wrong....well the old landlord/lady Andy & Jane unfortunately split up and sold the pub.
The buyers were a company called Kelso who absolutely ruined the pub. They cut costs, brough in rubbish suppliers, alienated staff and locals and turned it into a dive.
Then 2 men, James and Dave bought the lease and made an even worse job. Truley horrific management from these 2. what a bunch of con artists. Food was awful, local suppliers were denied payment and the pub lost all touch with the community.
They did such a bad job that eventually, back in March this year they had to give up and get out...the pub was dead.
Whats more, Dave and his female sidekick Milly stripped the pub bear and even took the legendary cricket bat that belonged to the village cricket team.
Now, another company is in there, probably working on behalf of Kelso to turn the place around.
To be fair, the manager in their now is doing a good job.
Food is pretty good, the beer pipes are regualrly cleaned, and beer selection is good.
More significantly, the locals are turning out in force again and the village green is packed on friday and saturday nights as they have finally got rid of the shambolic management that has dogged the pub for almost 3-4 years.
I would hope that the worst of the masons is over and would urge past fans to go back and see the pub get back on its feet to the heart of the community it used to be!
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It would appear that the rollercoaster continues. Stayed there Sat night, place was filthy dirty, kitchen closed, we weren't expected even after booking twice!!
Came back to the pub after a party only to be propositioned by local idiots who wished to fight. Couldn't be bothered to respond, bunch of kids. What a waste of a pub
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What a fab boozer, loads of character, fantastic helpful and genuine staff. Food and choice excellent and service sublime. Only minor tiny wee criticism is lack of choice on the ales front though did not worry me too much � others might (but then you would be very picky and I'm easy to please)! This is a pub of a bygone age where service is a pastime and convivial enjoyment the norm. Nothing plastic or false just a good honest pub. The owner / manager / cook / doer of everything (Gordon Ramsey look-alike � is it his brother?) works like an absolute demon so all credit to him and his staff. I'd go there again but it�s a long way from home � shame.
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They also have accomodation here. This pub has been a rollercoaster, currently riding high, long may it continue
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Has changed managers several times over the previous two years. Currently in the guise of a gastro pub. Haven't tried the food but popped in for some ale last week and the three I had (four available) were in excellent condition. I will return!!
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Great village local, small and friendly with several well kept real ales including Hook Norton. No real cider (one of my passions). Generous well cooked food.
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Great vibe due to loads of regulars and tight space Beer excellent food just above standard
ellebee - 12 Sep 2004 21:15 |
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