The Woolpack Inn — Restaurant in England

It was Coronation Day yesterday,it seemed overcast and my Mother, (my Dad passed away recently) , and I decided we would watch it on TV then go out to eat. As she lives near the Woolpack Inn we called and even though it was past 2pm they said they were still serving and that my old dog could come inside to. So we arrived with the sun ☀️ blazing. 23 c!! Lots of people sitting outside and a few places to park. Mostly young guys working who were extremely welcoming and friendly. We chose the same, roasted ham eggs chips and peas and a small lager. Within a short time the food arrived, piping hot and large portions of ham, great big chips and two eggs. There was a nice atmosphere but most was coming from the outside area where families and friends were having a drink and enjoying the sun,for once. We thought that we would have another small drink,I found a lovely child sized stamped silver ring on the floor next to our table and handed it our waiter who gave it to the booking lady by the phone in case the owner enquires if they had lost it there. I hope they did. Anyway we had a great seat outside and again the atmosphere was special due to the Coronation. Everyone had something to talk about. The waiter brought a dog bowl of cold water for my dog who was in the shade under the table. We stayed a short time and then came back about 3:45 leaving everyone still enjoying the Inn. Lovely local place with good well priced and cooked food and a nice clean 17th pub experience. Worth going to even if just for a drink. Will definitely return...

The photo of the 1 star food hygiene rating I think sums up the review. Nice place quite quiet for a Sunday carvery which was nice food was quite good but and I hence the but, beef was a little dry but nothing out of the ordinary. Then we get to the bad bits. Tables werent clean we had queued for 10 minutes to make sure we were first in so can only assume they werent cleaned over night. Yorkshire puddings were soggy and despite telling them the Pepsi on tap which was only max by the way was running out of syrup or was out and tasted off I was told no it cant be because it was checked 5 minutes ago. Light brown carbonated water 4 times twice so 8 glasses in a pint glass and was told that this was normal. It definitely wasnt normal. I'd rather drink the dirty dish water than those 4 re ordered pints of pepsi. They then continued to argue about the fact it was fine instead of just apologising and offering something else to compensate. Not very good hosting skills. Other than that food was ok. Cabbage was dry where it's not left in water. Odd roast potato was hard where it was undercooked but not to bad. For the quality of food it was definitely over priced. The full quart is 8 pounds per person and it's always perfect. Had 7 people with us and paid a total of 98 pounds and we had 4 pepsi 2 pints of haze and a cheapy j20. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE FULL QUART 5 MINUTES...

Over the years I've visited the Woolpack in from time to time. Where it was a quiet locals pub, run by a Scottish couple, to today where it appears to be very popular. On the surface it's amazing. Great decor. Extended and expanded inside and out. Beautiful. Different spaces for all ages. The place is popular and had a lot of money spent on it. But for me, claustrophobic and hustle bustle. Staff running round with earphones like a small security detail. I'm sure it's great for efficency but adds to adds to my experience of rush, rush, rush. Also the overly attentive staff asking "How's the food?","Would you like another drink?" Added to the feeling of being rushed. This was prior to being told that we only had the table for an hour and a half. Would I go again.. Perhaps! Perfect for when I want limited time with the In-laws. (disclaimer, I love mine). Not so great for a relaxing evening with loved ones. I wouldn't go for a Valentines date. Oh ye, the food. It's not a traditional pub/locals food selection like pie, scampi, steak etc. It has a lot of Greek choices. Though nice, I was confused. After choosing my favourite, Steak, I was more than impressed with how it was cooked. Friends that were with us also loved their choices. Price - £££ Top end of Pub meal prices. Value - ££...