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About Full Moon Inn
Full Moon Inn is a red-brick pub on Main St in Southwell, licensed for civil wedding ceremonies alongside its regular gastropub service. The kitchen runs a 20-dish menu with modern gastropub cooking, including the Fish Pie and the Posh Kebab, and Sunday lunch brings a choice of roast meats, with sticky toffee pudding among the desserts. The garden offers outdoor dining, and a separate play area keeps children away from the main eating space, making the pub workable for families. A step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs, and dogs are welcome throughout. Reservations are recommended, particularly for busy periods, and Sunday lunch bookings are worth making ahead. A small car park sits on site, with further parking available on the street nearby. The pub opens daily, giving both regular diners and wedding parties a consistent schedule to plan around.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Menu & Prices
20 dishes- Beer
- Fish and Chips
- Fish Pie
- Posh Kebab
- Custard
- Trio of Ice Creams and Sorbets
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast beef, sticky toffee pudding, fish pie and outdoor garden seating.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast beef, sticky toffee pudding, fish pie and outdoor garden seating.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday lunch draws the most repeated praise, with reviewers describing roast beef, a wide choice of meats, and generous vegetables, though a few note the beef arrived chewy or roasts slightly overcooked. Close behind, the mussels with fries in garlic sauce, the crispy chicken burger with onion bhaji, and the Posh Kebab and Moon Burger earn strong marks, while the fish pie draws a specific complaint about a lack of fish, watery sauce, and bland flavour. Several also single out the pan fried liver and bacon, an afternoon tea with coronation chicken and prawn sandwiches, and sticky toffee pudding among the desserts, alongside a good ale and wine selection. Service is mostly called friendly and attentive, with staff praised for accommodating large parties, dietary needs, and a Golden Wedding Anniversary booking for sixteen, and one manager comping drinks after a delay with cutlery and drinks. But a recurring thread describes slow or inattentive service at busier sittings, including a party of eleven served lukewarm food before drinks arrived, and one reviewer reports repeated dismissive treatment from a specific staff member on two visits. Several reviewers advise booking ahead, especially for outdoor seating on busy days.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday lunch draws the most repeated praise, with reviewers describing roast beef, a wide choice of meats, and generous vegetables, though a few note the beef arrived chewy or roasts slightly overcooked. Close behind, the mussels with fries in garlic sauce, the crispy chicken burger with onion bhaji, and the Posh Kebab and Moon Burger earn strong marks, while the fish pie draws a specific complaint about a lack of fish, watery sauce, and bland flavour. Several also single out the pan fried liver and bacon, an afternoon tea with coronation chicken and prawn sandwiches, and sticky toffee pudding among the desserts, alongside a good ale and wine selection. Service is mostly called friendly and attentive, with staff praised for accommodating large parties, dietary needs, and a Golden Wedding Anniversary booking for sixteen, and one manager comping drinks after a delay with cutlery and drinks. But a recurring thread describes slow or inattentive service at busier sittings, including a party of eleven served lukewarm food before drinks arrived, and one reviewer reports repeated dismissive treatment from a specific staff member on two visits. Several reviewers advise booking ahead, especially for outdoor seating on busy days.
Featured reviews
- Shane Smith
“My partner and I visited the Full Moon at Morton on Bank Holiday Monday and enjoyed a wonderfully relaxed afternoon in the garden, helped along by glorious weather and an inviting atmosphere. The setting felt subtly elegant, with a lively yet comfortable energy. A large group at the table beside us were celebrating a birthday and clearly having a fantastic time, which only added to the sense of warmth and enjoyment around the place. For our meal, I ordered the mussels with fries, served with a baguette and a beautifully rich creamy garlic sauce. It was an excellent dish, full of flavour and generously portioned. My partner chose the crispy chicken burger topped with an onion bhaji, accompanied by fries, and he was equally impressed. We both finished with the Bakewell tart which was absolutely delicious and the perfect end to the meal. The staff were attentive and genuinely welcoming throughout. A lady who appeared to be the manager or owner came over to check on our food, and I was more than happy to tell her it was delicious. The combination of great service, quality food and a charming environment made the experience thoroughly enjoyable. The Full Moon at Morton is a fantastic place to spend an afternoon and we would happily return.”
- Rich Fegan
“Charming traditional English countryside pub and restaurant set in the historic and pretty village of Morton. Great selection of ales and the food is fantastic with a decent menu to keep everyone happy (kids menu, as with most places, is very standard, basic and could be improved). Staff are attentive and always seem happy (makes a huge difference!) Parking can be difficult at busy times but plenty of on-street parking around. Definitely book ahead at busy times and in good time if it's a nice day and you want to sit outdoors (which is equally well-presented). Small play area for younger kids away from the main eating area. One of our go-to places for a nice family meal.”
- John Garcia
“Visited last night Saturday evening ordered some drinks then paid. Then they told us to sit out on the front when it was freezing cold because they needed all the bar area for birthday party. …”
- King Graves
“Great country pub, we were running late, I added an extra guest to the booking last minute but the staff were very accommodating throughout. The menu was exciting and food was delicious, atmosphere was just great -such a lovely find. Locals are very lucky to have this pub in their village. Will definitely visit again!”
- James Chilton
“Proper rural pub with brilliant food and a good selection of drinks. Staff always pleasant and helpful. Pub is tucked away in a small village just out if Fiskerton but is always busy despite its slightly hidden location. If eating here - book ahead. It gets busy.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Rural, red-brick pub serving modern gastropub food that is licensed for civil wedding ceremonies.”
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Serves dine-in
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- Good for kids
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Highlights· 4
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Offerings· 3
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Location
Bars near Full Moon Inn
- Hearty Goodfellow4.66052 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
sunday roast, steak and ale pie, fish and chips
- The Reindeer Inn4.21962.2 mi
real ale selection, comfortable clean rooms, Fullers London Pride
- Magna Charta4.41,5034.6 mi
live music, chicken sharer, fizz friday
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Moon InnReservations · Good for kids | 4.6604 | — | £20–30 | sunday roast beef, sticky toffee pudding, fish pie |
| Hearty GoodfellowReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.6605 | 2 mi | £10–20 | sunday roast, steak and ale pie, fish and chips |
| The Reindeer Inn | 4.2196 | 2.2 mi | — | real ale selection, comfortable clean rooms, Fullers London Pride |
| Magna Charta | 4.41,503 | 4.6 mi | — | live music, chicken sharer, fizz friday |
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