Grey Mare Inn

We have been to the Grey Mare for the first time this week and it was so good we came back the next day. On the first visit the place was pretty much full. We hadn't booked but the staff were great, found us a table, took our orders and made us very welcome. All the customers looked very happy and there is a lovely atmosphere. The food came quickly and was absolutely excellent. I think the menu is brilliant and there is also daily specials, you couldn't want for more.The experience was so good that I booked a table to come back today for my birthday lunch. I am so glad i did as again the food was excellent and the staff were lovely, especially Caz and Stacey who made us feel very welcome. The amazing view tops everything off. A huge thanks to the Grey Mare team for being outstanding at everything they do. I cant wait to come back soon.

Very accommodating booked for 12 at short notice they looked and rearranged so we could fit in. Food was served quickly hot which for a big party was great. Waitresses are all brilliant, friendly, and knowledgeable, as though they wanted to be there. Nice views over the countryside from our table.

Oh my days! Hats off to the chef today!! Our dinner was just hit out of the park outstanding. Thank you for tantalising our taste buds with food that is the best we've had since God knows when. We really enjoyed every dish that was served and look forward to coming back soon. We are so lucky to have this practically on our doorstep. Thanks guys.Back today and The mains, beef and onion pie for me and liver for wifey were really good but check out that god damn desert...! Strawberry, Prosecco and white chocolate truffle with vanilla ice cream! The Grey Mare outstanding!

Enjoyed the food was very nice, good atmosphere and friendly staff

Large car park to the side with 2 disabled spaces. But could see this filling up at the weekend quite quickly especially in the summer. No steps up to front entrance but a bit of an incline so those in a wheelchair might require some assistance.Upon arrival we were asked if we had booked. We hadn't. Seemed to take a while to find a table for us. There did seem to be several unoccupied and many remained like this during our visit so difficult to see what the problem was. It was an overcast Tuesday afternoon in February around 2pm, not a Saturday or Sunday, so would have expected no real issues finding a table for two. We eventually were given a table and once seated our drinks order taken.Menu looked impressive. Seemed to be a broad range of dishes with a few options you don't tend to see on other pub menus. Also there was a Chef's specials menu with choice of 3 starters, 2 mains and 1 sweet.We opted to order from the main menu. I ordered the Black Pudding Scotch Egg at £7.95 to start. For main course I went for Liver and Onions at £13.95 and my brother ordered Hand made Cheese and Onion pie at £11.95.When the food arrived it was very good. Large portions and tasty. Brother said his cheese pie was one of the best he had ever had. And it's been a long time since I have had lambs liver but it was very nice and a good, ample portion.Unfortunately the food was let down by the service. I counted six members of staff, 3 male, 3 female. At some point or another I think everyone of them took a turn at our table even if just to clear the plates away.After our drinks order had been taken it did seem a long time till our food order was taken. Once we had finally ordered and I had finished my starter our mains seemed to take an age to arrive. In the end my brother had to ask a member of staff if she could go check on them. At this time they didn’t appear overly busy. Several tables empty. In fact so quiet one member of staff was gazing out the window admiring the wonderful views that can be seen from up here.My brothers pie came with beans when he was adamant he had asked for peas. But we had waited that long to get our main meals he didn't bother to raise this.He got his pie but I was left waiting a good few minutes for my liver to arrive. Would have been nice to have been served together.Apart from one member of staff asking if my starter was ok as he cleared the plate at no other time did any member of staff enquire about how our food was or if everything was ok.But we didn't appear to be unique in that. We didn't see or hear other customers getting asked this either. Only as we were getting ready to leave did we hear a male member of staff asking 2 customers if their meal was ok.So food wise no real complaints. Tasty, good portions and prices reasonable and very competitive with other establishments. Unfortunately let down by the service. It seemed uncoordinated. Why not have one member of staff looking after certain designated tables? In all the time spent eating out it's the first time we can remember having to ask a member of staff where our food was.I would try the food again. However, the service would need to improve significantly. And it is this which has brought the score on my review down to a 3.

The other half introduced me to The Grey Mare about 4 years ago when we went for a meal there. I was impressed then and every time since (the latest was for my birthday yesterday), it hasn’t disappointed.The appearance and atmosphere are both excellent, the staff efficient, friendly and professional and the food is superb. (I’ve pretty much been through the menu now!).Looking forward to our next visit and highly recommend The Grey Mare.

One of the best roast dinners ive ever had! Portion size was perfect. The food quality was perfect. We had apple and berry crumble for dessert and that was incredible too! Will definitely be coming back

Nothing but high praise! The Grey Mare is nothing short of perfect. There are not many places where you can get this quality of food at the price while looking out at some spectacular views. The staff are friendly and always present to tend to their customers. The food is top quality and all for a great price. Cheese & Onion pie is definitely recommended! Thank you Grey Mare will definitely keep returning!