The Bull & Willow Room

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  Niia A

  ·3 months ago

  “My partner and I stayed in one of the rooms at The Great Bull, and unfortunately we had a very disappointing experience. When we arrived, the window had been left fully open, and the room was full of mosquitoes. There was no air conditioning, and even the bathroom was swarming with them. We couldn't find any staff to speak to, and there was no phone signal in the room, or outside so we couldn't call the number that had been left on the wall for assistance. As a result, we had one of the worst nights' sleep. We were constantly being bitten and came home covered in mosquito bites, feeling unwell afterwards. It also looked like previous guests had experienced the same issue, as there were blood stains on the walls and a few squashed mosquitoes already there. It's a real shame because the property has potential, but this issue seriously affected our stay. I hope the management addresses it so future guests don't have the same experience.”

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  julian hodgkin

  ·4 months ago

  “We ate there on a Saturday night. Only one waiter, the chef was on holiday, the kitchen was understocked, meaning the only two interesting items listed on the menu were off, and the rest of the items were hardly 'gastro' - leading with burgers. Service was slow and mistakes were made. The waiter was very friendly, but it was a very underwhelming experience.”

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  Alex Barker

  ·6 months ago

  “Was supposed to be a lovely mother's day dinner. Only two tables were occupied at 3.45 when walked in. Only two other tables were laid, the rest had been used and not tidied or reset. Zero atmosphere and when the singer paused between songs, it almost echoed in the room. We made our excuses and left before drinks were poured. The bar tables were empty also. Such shame for what should have been a much anticipated afternoon. Definitely not that same as it was 10 years ago and had such a good name.”

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  Alex Eveleigh

  ·6 months ago

  “Didn’t stay here so can’t comment on hotel side of things. Just had Sunday dinner. Massive Yorkshire pudding. That’s the best thing about it though I’m afraid. Thought it was overpriced for what you get. Service was ok.”

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  Philip Flynn

  ·11 months ago

  “We had a big birthday party booked at the Bull and Willow Room, they were fantastic. The food was amazing with hot and cold variety and every one of the staff were so friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The hall was perfect for us and the rooms and breakfast were comfortable and great choice for the cost. Really recommend this venue.”

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  Jonathon Mead

  ·1 year ago

  “Have been here before many times and i must say I am extremely disappointed with the food, wait times and the service.. all were shocking. By far the most watery pie I ever had, veg weren't even cooked. This use to be an amazing establishment but now I won't be coming back anytime soon.”

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  James Pook

  ·1 year ago

  “Spent a lovely evening in here last week after a game of cricket. I'll touch on the cricket first, fantastic club in a fantastic location, unfortunately I missed a full & straight one and was bowled second ball. Only just clipped the stumps, the umpire said well walked thinking I had hit it, I replied with that it's only common courtesy too when you're bowled. The cricket was vastly improved by this lovely pub over the road. Good selection of beers on tap of which I sampled many, all of them to my liking, and a lovely game of hoopla too. Looking forward to returning this Saturday, hopefully with a few more runs under my belt.”

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  Laura Brown

  ·1 year ago

  “Very disappointed with our meal here, especially as it was for a family birthday. No atmosphere (some background music would have been better), poor service -orders mixed up and general lack of attention. We waited an age for our main course despite being one of the first in the restaurant. Food was mediocre and over priced, especially the roast beef which was very tough and chewy. Would not come back here again.”

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  Shirley Oconnor

  ·1 year ago

  “Oh dear! What has happened to the this lovely venue. Definitely in need of some TLC now. Looks dirty. The booth seating either needs either a good clean or replacing. Ladies toilets needs a refresh and things fixed. Outside either take the plants away or water them, outside sign faded. Weeds everywhere. Such a shame”

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  Abbie Cummins

  ·2 years ago

  “Pros - very pretty and spacious, garden for the children and dogs to run about in, when asked they were able to rearrange our seating plan. Cons - when we told the bar staff one of our party is allergic to a specific ingredient they laughed and said "wow" which started off the experience wrong. We booked for 10 people and they gave us a table for 12+ in a U shape so we weren't actually able to talk to each other, but they agreed we could move some placements to sit together. There was no vegetarian roast, so I was feeling very awkward and aware that everyone else in my party could have a roast but I had to have salty pasta, pasta or cauliflower. The service was very slow, 2.5 hours for a 2 course meal. The deserts were not that tasty, it has a twinge of garlic or something similar which made it taste fowl. The toffee pudding was burnt and when we raised it the answer was "The customers normally like it" We won't be coming back.”

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