Half Moon & Spread Eagle
Location Winchester Road, Micheldever, SO21 3DG t: 0844 683 6619 w:
www.halfmoonandspreadeagle.com e:
admin@halfmoonandspreadeagle.com
Half Moon & Spread Eagle has been given a fresh lease of life by new landlords Jon and Millie. Together they have put on events like an international mussel weekend and a summer ale festival to add excitement to a charmingly rustic venue boasting an extensive beer garden. The menu aims to please all diners by mixing pub classics alongside intriguing Continental fare, all devised by talented head chef Chris. Starters of haddock and prawn fishcakes and black pudding with sweet potato and fennel were beautifully cooked. The cassoulet main, featuring tender chunks of ham, certainly impressed, as did the organic pork faggots with a side of colcannon. This was topped off with a chocolate and amaretto pot with honeycomb ice cream for dessert. Real ale fans will be pleased to hear that a Half Moon ale is in the pipeline.
Open: Mon-Fri 11.30am-11.30pm; Sat 9am-midnight; Sun 9am-11pm Food Served: Mon-Fri noon-9.30pm; Sat & Sun 9am-9.30pm
Cross Keys Inn
Location Malthouse Lane, Upper Chute, Nr. Andover, SP11 9ER t: 0844 683 6621 w:
www.upperchute.com e:
crosskeysinn@upperchute.com
This delightful, secluded village pub provides the perfect place for a romantic evening out or a meal with the family. Comfortable and spacious, boasting oak beams, brassware and artwork surrounding a huge open fire, this family-run hostelry offers a warm, friendly welcome and attentive service. With a real focus on flavour, the quality of the fare on offer is exceptional. Our halloumi and Japanese king prawn starters prepared us well for the treat to follow in the form of a delicious homemade steak and ale pie. The garden, with picnic benches, is perfect for those alfresco evenings and boasts stunning uninterrupted views across an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With four en-suite rooms, the Cross Keys Inn makes a great base for walkers – your hike starts here.
Open: Mon 6pm-11pm; Tues-Thurs 11am-2.30pm, 6pm-11pm; Fri & Sat noon-2.30pm, 6pm-midnight; Sun noon-3.30pm, 7pm-11pm
The Jack Russell Inn
Location Faccombe, Nr. Andover, SP11 0DS t: 0844 683 6623 w:
www.jackrussellinn.co.uk e:
info@jackrussellinn.co.uk
Delightfully decorated in the style of a traditional country pub, complete with overnight accommodation and a beer garden for alfresco dining, The Jack Russell Inn is a charming establishment in the heart of rural Hampshire. The home-cooked roast partridge special was absolutely delicious, augmenting the traditional menu along with dishes such as mixed game casserole, hearty pies and a number of vegetarian options.
With a fire crackling in the grate and soothing music playing quietly in the background, we felt supremely comfortable relaxing in the bar and conservatory, while the friendly welcome and warm smiles we received from the staff – ever-helpful throughout our evening – really helped make our visit special. A memorable evening in a truly memorable hostelry.
Open: Mon noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm; Tues noon-3pm; Weds-Sat noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm; Sun noon-3pm
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