Nice Lunch stop, haven't had Bitter in many years. Very nice, Greene King, had their Abbot Ale many…read moretimes over the years and this was lovely as well. A quick lunch, Sausage Sandwich with HP style sauce hit the spot. Thumbs up

If you are on your way to or from London this magnificent pub is a must. It is just off the Harlow…read moreturn of the M11. You take the A414 off the roundabout towards Chelmsford, immediately turn left into Hastingwood and you'll find the pub within 500yards. When the lads go on a day trip to France (a vomit voyage!) we always stop here for dinner. The second time I visited I had run out of money and Andy, the publican, recognised me and told me to just send him a cheque which I did. The pub has been run by the Keep family for over 16 years and has very friendly and attentive staff. In the 17th century it was known as the Half Way House due to it being halfway between London and Cambridge. Oliver Cromwell was a regular visitor. There is a good wine list and three real ales. Greene King IPA and Adnams Broadside are regulars with a constantly changing guest beer. The food is outstanding and is served lunchtime and evening (orders taken until 9.15). I love the constantly changing special board. On a recent visit I had a great spaghetti bolognaise with the most delicious garlic bread. On another occasion I had the broughing sausages with rich onion gravy and mash and another day it was the salt beef sandwich. All the meals are reasonably priced and great value. There are special food nights and Sunday roasts available. They tell me they have many visitors from Cambridge and even further away. The bar is split into 3 areas, attractively furnished with old oak beams and a lovely atmosphere. The pub started life as a farm and is mentioned in the Domesday Book. It was named the Rainbow, but had a topiary of a dove in the front garden, hence being renamed the Rainbow & Dove. For a great treat when heading along the M11 this pub makes a welcome break

*GUSHGUSHGUSHGUSHGUSH!!!*…read more I can't say enough wonderful things about this pub. This five stars is 90% based on the food. Best pub food ever! First of all, there are 5 or 6 veggie options on the menu, which is a rarity. Some of their options are a mushroom stroganoff, vegetables au gratin, ploughman's sandwich, and a mediterranean pasta. My husband had veggie lasagna which was served with chips and salad. I had vegetables au gratin - broccoli, carrots, aubergines (eggplant to my american friends), bell peppers and onions, drowning in a rich cheese sauce topped with breadcrumbs. Heaven in a bowl!! There was a lovely salad on the side along with a generous portion of coleslaw. There's a nice selection of homemade desserts as well, which seem to change every week. We sampled the almond cheesecake which was amazingly delish. Aside from excellent food, there is good selection of beers. The manager is a super friendly guy who remembers us every time and always stops to have a chat. There's a cool layout with the bar in the entrance and two rooms off to either side. There's plenty of room for groups, however it's still small enough to feel cozy. Lots of outdoor seating as well. The White Hart is now a weekly trip for us!

Quite lovely Sunday dinner. Food was plentiful and very good array of choices. We have done several…read morepub meals and this was one of the best . We both chose the chicken, spinach an mushroom pie from the specials board. There was also quite good new potatoes (nice alternative choice from chips, they also had mashed) and the vegetable side was a veritable garden. Green beans, broccoli, peas and carrots - all in a portion size that would have sufficed alone. The tomato basil soup starter was delicious. We were unfortunately too full to partake of any of the yummy sounding desserts. Service was friendly and location is quaint-true locals type of place we go out of our way to find.

Great Pub with exceptionally good food.read more

Great lunch spot after hiking. I had sea bass with vegetable and chips. Garden area has umbrella so…read morewe can rest without baking.

Went there yesterday 29/7/25 the building is lovely and the Peroni I ordered was very tasty, it's…read morein a lovely setting, red e food smelt lovely

What an amazing find!! Driving to Cambridge from London and we stumbled upon this gem on the way…read moreand really enjoyed the look and feel in this historic spot. The side part of the building was constructed in the 15 hundreds. Small doorways are a real treat. We started with the Honey-baked whole camembert which was a real treat. Had two ales which hit the spot and then debated for a while with the great menu options. We went with the pie of the day which was very flavorful. Joined with fresh veggies and chips. The mustard to go with the chips hit harder than a pimps slap. The chicken sandwich my friend got was good. Chicken very crispy and joined with chips. I went with Gammon steak with peas and chips and it was a good pick. Then to close it up we went with several pudding options and tea to cap off a great meal. Will be sure to stop in again and if you are nearby think you should be sure to check this spot out too.

What a perfect place and what wonderful ownership and staff. We had a wonderfully prepared meal for…read morefive of us and from the bread to the dessert, everything was absolutely delicious. Cozy and warm and ever so inviting, the pub-like bar (which allows you to bring your dog) is perfect for a chilly day. I've been there two times and cannot wait to return. They have a special room for private parties and a roaring fire to make you feel right at home.

Fox and Hounds is not just an ordinary pub. The menu is extensive and tables have proper tableware…read moreand linen but it also a bit pricier than your usual pub. The choice and the quality of the food is absolutely great, with lovely fish soup, very fresh seafood like scallops and locally shot wood pigeon. Large parking at the back. Recommended!

The atmosphere was laid-back, Good beers and drinks. Nice options for sharing and finger foods.read more

Been here loads of times and always had a good time, they have a great range of real ales which you…read moreare welcome to try a little taste of before deciding. They also have Estrella beer which is one of my favorites from Spain so I usually go for that. The staff are friendly and we usually have a bit of banter with them it all makes for a good evening. The food here is popular and although we dont usually eat I have a couple of times and was happy with the quality and price. They do miss out to the eternal lure of the Indian place directly over the road though ! On the whole I like the pub , the staff and the general atmosphere. I will be back soon.

On our last visit to The Plume we noticed the strict covid19 precautions in place. Name and…read moretelephone number taken on ordering. Contactless payment on ordering. Perfect for me in the vulnerable category. I felt safe. Luckily we were able to enjoy their garden area for our drinks. The weather was brilliant. The sun beating down so shade from the brollies was necessary. A nice visit, as is the case every time. Friendly service and, next time, we will stay for an evening meal because the food looked awesome.

Traditional, country-side pub on the outskirts of Harlow serving up awesome food and a decent drink…read moreselection. Regular pub fair as well as some hot rock food (not the music, but searing hot rock that acts like a mini grill)... all of which is good. Never been disappointed here so give it a shot if you're ever in Harlow.

This pub hasn't changed from the first time we visited. Still a very friendly atmosphere and…read moreperfect service. We arrived early with no booking but that wasn't a problem. Seated immediately in their cosy, but large, dining area. A nice pint arrived with my partners spritz. Perusal over the menu with, a nice offer, of two courses or three courses for a set price with a choice from the menu with those items marked SC. This, if I remember rightly, is Monday to Thursday from 4.00 pm. Wonderful Pate with sourdough bread and a remarkable red onion chutney that really set off the starter. My partners Hunters Chicken was delicious as was my beef and red wine pie. Full off slow cooked, tender, beef with silver skin onions and mushrooms. Great service from the manager and his young lady helper. Can't be beaten. Another thing that I love about this pub is that they still have the 'after work' clientele popping in for a pint or two. So many pubs now give a rejection of the guys, in work gear, finishing off the day. Why??? Then, again, that's why so many have closed down.

Mmmm, whatkind of things make a festive works do with colleagues extra special? An olde worlde…read morecountry pub? check. REAL beams? check. Roaring fires? check. Horses grazing in paddocks? check. Some of the best grub in ages? Check, check, check. I've just returned, stuffed and content, from the Three Horseshoes in Sawbridgeworth. Forgo the crayfish cocktail as a starter, it's chill temperature made me think it wasn't long out of the freezer, but indulge fully in the roast pheasant with trimmings, and the fab winter crumble with custard. The wine list is pretty nifty too. Gallons of South African and Wolf Blass to be had. Yum. Recommended for all kinds of reasons, charming, helpful staff included.

A great, but really quaint, old English pub in the middle of nowhere. Great service and extremely…read moregood food. Very nice in the summer as the gardens are vast and overlook the countryside. Lao, if you are in the area in November, they have a fantastic firework display (arrive early, it gets packed)

What an amazing traditional pub. Views to die for, massive garden space, ample parking and the…read moremost amazing pub brimming with character. The staff are always friendly, professional and helpful. The food is always amazing quality from rolls at lunch to the best chicken pie in the evening. We turned up without a booking just wanting a summer time drink but when we asked if we could possibly have a table they managed to fit us in. During lockdown we visited several times. Everything was really professional. We felt extremely safe but none of the enjoyable experience was compromised.