Reopened at 5pm on Thursday 5 December 2024 with new licensees (who also operate the nearby New Inn) after the previous tenants left in April 2024. The pub has had a thorough redecoration throughout to provide a comfortable and welcoming interior, if a little minimalist on the furnishings side.

Website, opening hours and basic information have been updated, pending a complete survey. The website reports that the food offering will source fresh seasonal ingredients from local suppliers.

Originally a 16th century coaching inn, with a pleasant low ceilinged lounge bar at the front with a large open inglenook fireplace, and a separate dining room to the rear. There is also an enclosed garden at the back of the pub.

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