The Old Windmill

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  Dale Cooper

  ·3 weeks ago

  “Been here twice and both times the same bad experience. Food is painfully slow both times waiting atleast an hour between courses then the quality of food wasn't great, I had the veil pasta and there was next to no meat or sauce and portion was smaller then the kids. Service was very sparse also. It's just a nice place to be that is all.”

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  Tina Markham

  ·2 months ago

  “I had booked a table outside but it was just too hot. Staff happily moved us indoors. Service was wonderful. Very friendly and quick. Food was delicious. Sticky beef salad is always my go to. Absolutely delicious every time. Thank you”

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  Sue Malam

  ·2 months ago

  “Wonderful meal at this lovely pub. The staff were so helpful and extremely kind letting us bring in a cake for our dear friend to help celebrate her 80th birthday. They kindly brought it to the table and helped sing! The staff couldn’t have done more. The salmon dish I ate was delicious. Would definitely recommend this place.”

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  Suzanne Shuttleworth

  ·2 months ago

  “The food was absolutely delicious. Cooked perfectly and beautifully presented. The staff were welcoming and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. The location was lovely with a real country pub feel. We will definitely be going back and would recommend."”

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  Bex Brooks

  ·3 months ago

  “We ordered the hummus and pita bread to start of which we shared (2 people), it was nice enough but only came out with seven very small strips of pita with way too much hummus. Asked for some more pitta from the waitress and had to wait over 20 minutes for it. I had a steak burger, was okay as I was very hungry but the quality wasn’t there, tasted frozen and the chips weren’t great but edible. My sister is a vegetarian and there were very limited options but she went for the cheese and leek quiche which she enjoyed. Drinks all okay. Has a nice outdoor seating layout with fairy lights and a big cover.”

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  Lee Williams

  ·4 months ago

  “Visited on Sunday lunchtime for Garden BBQ. Great venue, and was impressed with the organisation of the event, staff, etc. The food was fantastic, and staff extremely friendly. Looking forward to returning soon.”

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  Richard Baker

  ·1 year ago

  “A lovely Monday afternoon lunch at this delightful old pub. The food was delicious and the service was friendly. The stand out item however was the exceptional crispy shredded duck loaded fries, they were soooooo good!!”

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  Craig Mac

  ·1 year ago

  “Lovely place, especially on a hot summers evening with the aircon inside. Nice, comfy surroundings and great food. The only criticism I can make, are the low ceiling beams for a tall person but I can dip my head so well worth the visit. The garden look nice too. Loads of parking.”

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  Michael Freed

  ·1 year ago

  “A lovely pub with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are friendly, and the 18th-century beams add plenty of character. Great selection of local ales on tap and plenty of parking. A fantastic spot to visit!”

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  Colin Campbell-Austin

  ·1 year ago

  “Lunch at The Old Windmill in South Hanningfield felt like a little countryside holiday without the hassle of passport control. We parked up for a casual lunch and ended up staying far longer than planned, thanks to the charming garden and the laid-back vibe under a billowing safari-style tent. It was the sort of spot where time just floats by, perhaps helped along by a couple of chilled fruit ciders (pineapple and raspberry, if you’re curious). Followed by a glass of Prosecco. For mains, we went classic-with-a-twist: a proper steak sandwich with thick-cut chips (no skimping here) and a hot duck wrap crispy, rich, and generously packed also served with golden chips that were just the right side of indulgent. I had grand intentions of snapping a photo for posterity, but the food arrived smelling so good we dove straight in. Cabin crew instincts kicked in: tray down, forks up! The grand finale? A chocolate orange tart paired with blood orange ice cream, zesty, rich, and beautifully balanced. It felt like a proper pudding. Not too sweet, not too heavy just right. The service was excellent, friendly, attentive but never overbearing. It was the kind of traditional British hospitality I really appreciate: warm, efficient, and down to earth. All in all, The Old Windmill delivered a perfect pub lunch with a hint of adventure (safari tent and all). I’ll be back next time with my phone ready, but no promises I won’t forget again if the food’s that good.”

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