The Fox and Duck, Stotfold

Under the previous owner this was an establishment pretty much despised by a lot of local residents. The landlord would often have music played outdoors into the early hours, undercut the scouts/school fund raising for fireworks and I have heard several parents talk of him shouting at children playing in the beer garden. We therefore never went and avoided like the plague. However, we heard it had changed hands, the rumour being the landlord had done a runner, and therefore went and tried it. The gardens need some attention but the interior has been done up to a reasonable standard, the food was very good but most importantly the service was truly excellent. Nothing was no much trouble and they made us feel welcome, great attention was given to the kids and they were all clearly aware of the previous management problems and went to great efforts to ensure there was a clear distinction that things had changed. I really hope they succeed and will certainly go back.

12 Jun 2009 21:59