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The Old House at Home Location 2 South Street, Havant, PO9 1DA t: 0844 625 3696 w: www.oldhouseathomehavant.co.uk e: oldhouseathome@fullers.co.uk
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Located in the heart of bustling Havant, this attractive 17th-century pub is bursting with traditional country charm. Rustic decor combined with friendly staff creates a truly cosy ambience that’ll have you returning again and again. Work up an appetite in nearby Queen Elizabeth Country Park before dropping in for a hearty lunch and a pint of craft beer or cask-conditioned ale.
£21 to
£28
Small plates that double up as starters provide the perfect lunchtime treat for those who like to share. Tuck in to the likes of chilli beef nachos loaded with guacamole and sour cream, popcorn chicken with tarragon mayonnaise and breaded Laverstoke mozzarella with chilli jam. If you stop by in the evening, you’ll find a menu bursting with the likes of buffalo lasagne with garlic bread and salad, hanger steak with peppercorn sauce and the delectable pie of the day. There are also a large number of tasty vegetarian dishes on offer; discover Open: Mon-Sat 10am-11pm; flavoursome plates such as the Sun noon-10.30pm falafel burger topped with tomato, onion, lettuce, gherkins and cumin mayo, and served with crispy house chips. To finish, why not treat yourself to the scrumptious apple and blackberry crumble with crème anglaise? Visit on Sunday and enjoy an impressively flavoursome roast dinner comprising top-quality seasonal ingredients and local meat.
Traditional
The Oak Inn Location Pinkney Lane, Bank, Nr. Lyndhurst, SO43 7FD t: 0844 502 8410 w: www.oakinnlyndhurst.co.uk e: oakinn@fullers.co.uk
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Nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park, The Oak Inn is an oasis for all seasons. As you’d expect from a Fuller’s pub, there’s an exceptional range of regularly rotating cask-conditioned ale. Favourites include Gale’s Seafarers, Fuller’s London Pride and Hophead from Dark Star Brewing Co. With wood-panelled walls, beamed ceilings and scrubbed wooden tables, The Oak Inn certainly lives up to its name. The traditional country decor, coupled with quirky touches like vintage milk churn bar stools, gives this pub a charming, cosy ambience. The lovely garden is the perfect place to soak up the sunshine in the warmer months, whether you’re cooling down with a refreshing pint of lager or enjoying a hearty al fresco meal.
£23 to
£37
‘...oasis for all seasons...’ When it comes to food, The Oak Inn holds a stellar reputation for serving Open: top-quality pub favourites as well Mon-Sat 11.30am-11pm; as delicious seasonal delights Sun noon-10.30pm served with modern flair. If you’re in the mood for a hearty meal, start with the likes of goat’s cheese and walnut salad with chargrilled squash. To follow, why not try pan-roasted duck breast with fondant potato, caramelised shallots, kale and red wine jus? For dessert, the raspberry and lime posset with homemade shortbread is sure to delight. 58
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Guide 2019