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Hours
Sun
11:30 - 17:00
Wed
11:30 - 21:00
Thu
11:30 - 21:00
Fri
11:30 - 22:00
Sat
11:30 - 22:00
Food and ambience
Local cuisine, British, Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Special Occasion Dining, Groups, Bar Scene
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About
Midford’s Finest Gastro-Pub. We are located on the Two Tunnels Cycle Path. Walk in’s Welcome & Dog Friendly!
CUISINES
British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.0
294 reviews
Excellent
148
Very good
83
Average
25
Poor
21
Terrible
17
pinkhoneybee
37 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
We arrived at this Restaurant at midday on New Years Day not expecting to get a seat (due to not having booked) but we were given a lovely table for 10 people and were able to order our food and drinks promptly. Our food arrived unbelievably quickly and all of the food was freshly prepared. We had 3 soups which were served with a generous portion of bread, a generous portion of marinated olives and bread, potato chips (which were cooked to perfection) and 3 kids portions of spaghetti bolognese with a very generous amount of mince meat and sauce and priced at just £4.50 a portion. To say we were impressed is an understatement. I'm looking forward to going back based on our experience and will continue to recommend this place.
Written 2 January 2020
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HopeandAnchor M
Thanks so much for your lovely review - we were happy to be able to accommodate your party and look forward to seeing you again soon - but maybe book next time!
H & A team
Written 8 January 2020
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Rich Williams - Voice Actor
Bath723 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
Lovely Father's Day celebration in this beautiful gastropub in the heart of the Wilts countryside albeit a stones throw from Bath. Warm welcome from Charlotte on arrival and colleagues including Oscar were very attentive, polite and friendly.
As always, Richard's culinary delights (the owner and chef) didn't disappoint with three of us having a fabulous roast lamb dish and the other a detailed and delicious swordfish.
Huge range of wines, lagers and ciders available as well as local real ale.
The price including a tip for 4 drinks, 4 delicious meals & 2 puddings was just over £100 which in this day and age represents terrific value.
I feel very lucky to have such a great place within walking distance from my home and it's always a delight to visit and see the place doing well.
Unlike many establishments parking is free and there is an abundance of it within the hotel grounds. From here you can also walk off your lunch by visiting the twin tunnels and it which for railway enthusiasts (there are many of you out there) the car park area has useful elevated views across the Midford Valley famous for the filling of the Titchfield Thunderbolt.
Thanks to Richard and the team for a warm welcome and I look forward to my next visit.
Written 20 June 2021
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Allison C
Bath60 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
We came here for a family Sunday Lunch. The pub was busy and had a good atmosphere, but we had to wait quite a while to be shown to our reserved table. We didn't get a menu so I went and got one myself.
No one came to take our order so I went to the bar to place it - I didn't mind because I could see they were busy. However the lady at the bar seemed over stressed and having spotted me and another gentleman were next to be served, then went off and served two other people before us. This was frustrating.
We had the roast beef which was nice tasting, but we could have done with more veg and been a little warmer (plates were cold).
I have been here on a lunch time and Saturday evening and always enjoyed the food and service, but would hesitate before coming back here for Sunday lunch.
Written 5 February 2020
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hopeandanchorm
Thanks for your review, I'm sorry you had to wait to be seated, but I remember it was a particularly busy half hour when you came in. You should have been given menus when you were seated, I apologise if that didn't happen. When it's very busy and people are waiting all around the bar, it is sometimes difficult to know exactly who is next to be served, I can assure you we wouldn't knowingly serve other people if we knew you were already waiting. I am pleased you enjoyed your meals, we are always happy to provide more veg if asked and the plates are all kept above the hobs in the kitchen so I would be really surprised if they were cold, they shouldn't be.
We are sorry that the service didn't come up to scratch for you on Sunday and we do hope you will give us another chance.
Written 6 February 2020
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brian f
20 contributions
Aug 2020 • none
Returned to the ‘ hope’ really looking forward to our meals, sat down and given menus. I first thought of leaving but my other half was hungry. The menu has a lot of restrictions apparently due to Covid our particular favourites fish cakes , smoked chicken with prawns and avocado not included. I chose fish soup a puréed mush with a hint of fish £7.50 ? a joke,partner didn’t fancy much being disappointed with menu and chose children’s fish n chips, frozen in lots of thick batter 4 bits of potato fried nothing like chips. Paid and commented if the menu stays we won’t return.we understand the current situation and after eating there for 25 years we ‘HOPE’ the quality will return to its former excellence
Written 28 August 2020
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hopeandanchorm
Very sorry that you didn't enjoy your meal with us recently. We all work really hard to try and ensure everyone is happy and it is very disappointing for us when it doesn't happen.
The fish soup has actually been on our menu for many years and is made to a classic French recipe involving a LOT of fish, and a lot of time, it is incredibly popular and we feel well priced.
The children's menu is small portions for small people, the chips are the fresh, hand cut fried potatoes we have always done. We have grown up fish and chips on the menu, a generous piece of freshly battered cod, with the hand cut chips and peas.
We still have many of our classic dishes but decided that it was time to introduce some new dishes, which have been going down very well on the whole.
We do hope that this is not the only time you have taken to Trip Advisor to post a negative review after enjoying our food for many years and we hope that you will return again.
Written 29 August 2020
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Lauratring
Manchester12 contributions
Aug 2020 • family
Visited the Hope and Anchor last night for first meal out in ages - having had regular meals here pre lockdown we always loved the food, and tended to always have the same feta cheese filo pastry slice because it was guaranteed a winner. Last night unfortunately the slice was smaller, more doughy than it used to be with a different green sauce accompanying it. The normally crispy edged homemade chips lacked lustre, they were half cooked and soggy no crispness and they weren’t served separately in a bowl like they used to be. Perhaps a change of chef? The Camembert starter however was very tasty.
Good experience otherwise and the 2 men in charge of the place were very attentive and did everything they could to make us feel welcome.
Written 2 August 2020
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hopeandanchorm
Hi there, sorry the veggie pie didn't quite hit the spot, no new chefs, we are still all the same family run pub. We are having to run a limited menu and making some adjustments to try and meet all the necessary guidelines, it's pretty tough and we are trying our best. did you mention your feedback during your visit? It is good to hear direct rather than online. We've only been reopen a week, hopefully, things will settle down and we hope that this visit will not stop you returning, especially, as you say you have enjoyed many visits in the past.
Written 3 August 2020
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Graeme K
Kent3 contributions
Mar 2020 • none
I turned up at the Hope and Anchor after a 4.5 hour drive, so thought I was going to be too late for food, but after warm welcome, (lovely open fire and comfy seats), I ordered a curry, and it was wonderful, tasted 100% freshly prepared :). It was so nice, I came back the next night and treated myself to the steak and chips, again all very fresh, it went down well with a couple of glasses of Shiraz. The next day I was due to start the 200mile combe down tunnel ultramarathon, so naturally, I had my lunch there too (the restaurant is close to the start line!), I had the burger and chips from the lunch menu, it was fabulous!.. I didn't manage to finish the ultramarathon (I stopped after 52 miles :( ) - but will be back again next year, if only for the Food and comfort of the Hope and Anchor!
Written 8 March 2020
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hopeandanchorm
Thanks Graeme for your lovely comments- we can only be in awe of you all attempting the crazy 200 mile tunnel run! Congratulations on the 52 miles! So pleased you enjoyed all you food and hospitality, look forward to seeing you next year....
Written 9 March 2020
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James S
1 contribution
Sept 2021 • none
My family visited from up north and I brought them here as a friend recommended. There was a lovely selection of specials, my wife had a delicious Swordfish dish and I took the Lamb Shank which was smashing! The rest of the family had pub classics - Fish and Chips & Steak and Ale Pie, we had an amazing time with excellent service. The bill came to approx £20 a person, well priced.
Written 2 October 2021
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Mervyn W
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • family
Paid a visit on Tuesday 7th June after walking through the Bath 2 tunnels
Had ham egg and chips for 2 of us which was £17 each. The food was very good but overpriced. I had an identical meal at Sherborne Golf Club in Dorset and that was only £7.50 and my local pub charges £8
Written 11 June 2022
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HopeandAnchor M
Good Afternoon, our Homecooked Ham, Eggs and Chips is priced at £14. We certainly hope you were not over charged, our food is of a very high quality and unfortunately dishes under £10 are very difficult to create. We do offer toasted paninis with hand cut chips and mixed leaves for £8.50.
Written 17 June 2022
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Stevie16
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
This is a charming pub on the outskirts of Bath. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming with an open fire and comfortable seating areas. The food is fabulous for the reasonable prices. We enjoyed it so much we went on two consecutive evenings whilst staying Bath. The bartender was different on each evening but both were friendly and attentive. The food choices were interesting and the veg and hand cut chips were fresh and well cooked. One minor thought is we would have liked more vegan options. We would definitely go again if in the vicinity.
Written 6 January 2020
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HopeandAnchor M
Thanks so much for your lovely review and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
H & team
Written 8 January 2020
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38Bella
Bath104 contributions
Jun 2021 • family
We visited in June on a lovely day and sat in the rear terraced garden area which was very pretty.
The staff and service was great.
My husband was pleased with his cod and chips but my daughter and I were very disappointed with our fish platter.
There was a generous portion of smoked salmon but all the fried fish tasted cheap and there was only one prawn to share.
The marinated seafood left something to be desired too.
I’m hoping that this was a one off because we love a fish platter and we live nearby.
We will give the benefit of the doubt sometime as it’s a lovely spot and service was great.
Written 10 July 2021
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Philip R
1 contribution
Mar 2022 • none
Wow that was an experience. A table of 6 asked to leave because the chef ran out of ham. UNBELIEVABLE ! If you dare visit this establishment don’t question anything as the chef will visit your table and rant. Your loss Chef! You managed to get a bad review and lost over £200.00 in revenue.
This isn’t the first time this has happened as a member of our party had a similar experience recently.
Written 6 March 2022
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HopeandAnchor M
Hi, whilst our waitress was taking your order you were extremely rude about the fact we didn't have Ham, Egg and Chips available. Huffing, tutting and saying "what kind of pub doesn't have ham and eggs". Our Ham is home cooked and therefor takes time to prepare.
Our member of staff came away from your table extremely upset and took 15 mins to compose herself.
The Hope and Anchor
Written 1 June 2022
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Awalker
19 contributions
Mar 2020 • couples
The pub is a perfect rest stop on the two tunnels walk, with cosy open fires and dog friendly access. We went in for lunch with our dog and were really impressed with the quality of the home cooked food. It would have been 5 stars, but some of the staff were a bit off and clearly didn't like us having our dog, despite it being a dog friendly pub!
Written 15 March 2020
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hopeandanchorm
Thanks for your lovely review and we are delighted you enjoyed your food and the ambience of the pub.
We have a feeling you may be the couple who came in with a massive, very wet and dirty "Dulux" dog who took up quite a lot of floor! We think we were very accommodating, even finding you a carrier bag for the dog's wet coat when you asked upon leaving...apologies to that couple if we're wrong..
Written 16 March 2020
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Harvey S
Nottingham2 contributions
Jul 2020 • none
After the recent closure due to covid we were exited to return. Came with my family and were greeted by friendly faces who seated us. Some new dishes on the menu, which was great to see as my daughter is vegan and there was variety of options (difficult to find in country pubs).
I had the steak and ale pie, a staple dish here, generous portions and very flavoursome.
Look forward to returning.
Written 1 September 2020
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hopeandanchorm
Hi Harvey,
Thanks so much for your kind review, so pleased you and your family enjoyed your visit and the new dishes we have added, along side several of the old favourites.
We look forward to welcoming you all again soon!
H & A team
Written 1 September 2020
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UncleAlan471
369 contributions
Nov 2022 • none
Our small group picked a very wet day for our walk but fortunately the Hope & Anchor welcomed us for coffee when they opened at 11.30am, which set us up nicely.
After a walk lasting just under 2 hours, we were ready for something to eat and knowing we would be returning for lunch, they reserved a table for our party.
The food was excellent - especially the Ham, Egg & Saute Potatoes and although I chose not to have a dessert, I should've done, as they looked delicious !
Highly recommended and we'll certainly return when we're next in the area.
Written 9 November 2022
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LK2LONDON
Swindon222 contributions
Dec 2022 • none
Having read so many great reviews & seen a sample menu I thought this would be an ideal place for my family to go to. The guy at the bar was a lovely man except he was serving drinks, taking food orders, clearing the tables and serving food - all by himself. He had no other waiting staff. It was literally a one man show outside of the kitchen. Needless to say we had a long wait to be served. One group didn't stay long and I am not surprised. The pub is only a small place so it doesn't accommodate many diners so it was busy. The food offerings we had were in my opinion not what I expected. The salmon dish was apparently excellent, the burger was good except the chips looked more like a cross between chips & roast potatoes - very odd i might add! Fish & chips was average & beef bourguignon sub-standard. My own dish was not even very hot. Overall I was not impressed. It is a huge shame as I was so looking forward to having a meal here. I wonder if it was just a bad day>? will i return?> now that I am not sure. Maybe you will have the experiences that other diners/reviewers have had so perhaps you should give it the benefit of the doubt.
Written 3 December 2022
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HopeandAnchor M
Good Morning, unfortunately our staffing situation is significantly lower that we would like it to be at this time. Lots of our customers don't book, we encourage walk ins, we had 12 approx booked for the service and ended up doing 40 approx. I'm sorry to hear the food was not up to standard. We pride ourselves on our excellent food.
Written 7 December 2022
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