The Wheatsheaf Inn — Restaurant in England

Decided to give it a try for a midweek night out. BIG mistake. What used to be a cosy lounge/eatery is now trying to be an out and out restaurant. The atmosphere was bland and empty, the temperature wasn't that warm and only one other table was occupied when we went in. Couldn't believe the menu prices so chose the cheapest. Burger and chips at 10.95 (some of the mains were up to 16/17/18). Desserts were limited, Apple Tart, Creme Brulee and "we have 2 pieces of Chocolate Fudge Cake left"! We asked to wait a few minutes .... big mistake, as a party of 6 women came in, ordered 6 desserts only and the Fudge Cake was off the menu! As an alternative, my mate's wife asked if she could have just ice cream .... no problem ... she was served 2 scoops of vanilla at £5.95! In total, including only one drink each, the bill was pennies short of £85 for four of us. One of the drinks was fizzy water and there were four of the cheapest mains, two desserts and the aforementioned most expensive ice cream in the universe. In fairness, the waitress tried her very best to please and the food was nicely cooked. So, that's the chef and the waitress in the clear but the management need to re-think the whole concept after what looks like a comprehensive refurbishment. Needless to say, we will never go again. Pity really as it's on our doorstep and we eat out a couple of...

The first impressions of the Wheatsheaf Inn from outside are that it looks old. It is, which is an indication of its history, but do not be despaired, for delights await you inside. As an Aussie we Aussies would love to have a place to eat and drink as good as this. We arrived on a Sunday which was a bonus because the Sunday Lunch, served up in the rustic decore with a meal fit for a King and Queen and was assured to satisfy even the most ravenous of appetites. It did, and a casual glance around at the empty plates of the customers was indicative that the meal was going to be good, really good, big enough to fill my Aussie belly, and those of my friends and family. There is ample parking outside and plenty of room in the lawn area with tables to host guests. Kids might find plenty of space for outdoor fun. Aside from the cosy interior there is a colourful "cart" for want of a better word which looks like it might be intended for pizzas or other outdoor eating. The food was delicious, the drinks were cold and the friendly staff were ready to engage in a few laughs. Manager Clare and other team members Alana, Laila, Andrew and Tina looked after us like "2 Bob Watches". Thanks to all for a...

Disappointed after visiting on Saturday 6th July 2024. When I arrived with my three children I told the waitress we didn’t have a booking and if that was ok and she said we are really busy so you will have to wait which I explained was fine then she asked my son to take his bike outside which we were trying to do as the floor had just been replaced. He was 6 and was trying his best however a family in front of us had a large wheeled buggy and that was apparently fine. I tried to order drinks at the bar but was told to go back to my table as it was table service! Ordered our food and the order came incorrect. We had been waiting so long that we just ate it as we were very hungry. My two youngest wanted a dessert but nobody was interested in asking and I didn’t go to the bar as I was told it was table service! Won’t be going back. They were only interested in accommodating the large group of people in the restaurant and not a family of 4. Slow service and very average food. Chips were undercooked and I felt very under valued as a...