We recently stayed at The Fighting Cocks and overall had a really enjoyable stay.
The staff were absolutely excellent – friendly, attentive and genuinely helpful. Nothing seemed too much trouble, and they did everything they could to make our stay a good one.
Our room was a good size and spotlessly clean. The only real downside was the heat – the rooms were unbearably hot, which made sleeping difficult. Unfortunately, the cattle grid directly outside the hotel also meant that every passing vehicle announced its arrival with very loud noise so between the heat and the traffic noise, we didn’t get much sleep!
We ate in the pub and the food was really good, with absolutely enormous portions – definitely arrive hungry!
And then there are the donkeys… 😂 Having donkeys casually wandering around outside the pub is certainly quirky and very Instagram-worthy. In photos: adorable countryside charm. In reality: surprisingly loud, slightly smelly neighbours who are a bit overwhelming 😂 They definitely add character though, and it’s certainly a stay we’ll remember!
Overall, a lovely quirky pub with fantastic staff, good food and clean, spacious rooms – just pack some earplugs.