Quick info
About The Herbert Wells
The Herbert Wells is a pub on Chertsey Rd in Woking, at 51-57, where tea and Lavazza coffee come with free refills all day, every day. Breakfast is on the menu, so the pub works as a stop for a hot drink and a sit-down as well as for a pint. Lunch and dinner lean towards lighter bites, with vegetarian choices alongside gourmet burgers and freshly made pizzas. Behind the bar, the drinks range runs from real ales to craft beers, gins and soft drinks.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention 3 small plates deal, happy hour menu, pint of Stella and good Guinness.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention 3 small plates deal, happy hour menu, pint of Stella and good Guinness.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to value, especially the small plates deal, which one calls easy on the pockets and another calls average for the area, with a weekday happy hour menu also mentioned. Guinness and Stella draw approval, and several describe friendly staff, prompt table service, a warm atmosphere and hearty portions. One group liked the late closing time after a football game. The pub is described as huge with plenty of space, though it gets very packed at weekends, and one reviewer suggests going early with a large party. Food is where opinions split. One returning visitor reports a sharp drop in quality, with a burger that looked like it came from a packet, a bland taste and tasteless chips, while another was served luke warm food in a cold pub with the heating off. Staff draw mixed comments. One member of staff was rude about children, and another reviewer was refused a pre-ordered pint without ID, denied a refund or a soft drink, and told to read the T&Cs.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to value, especially the small plates deal, which one calls easy on the pockets and another calls average for the area, with a weekday happy hour menu also mentioned. Guinness and Stella draw approval, and several describe friendly staff, prompt table service, a warm atmosphere and hearty portions. One group liked the late closing time after a football game. The pub is described as huge with plenty of space, though it gets very packed at weekends, and one reviewer suggests going early with a large party. Food is where opinions split. One returning visitor reports a sharp drop in quality, with a burger that looked like it came from a packet, a bland taste and tasteless chips, while another was served luke warm food in a cold pub with the heating off. Staff draw mixed comments. One member of staff was rude about children, and another reviewer was refused a pre-ordered pint without ID, denied a refund or a soft drink, and told to read the T&Cs.
Featured reviews
- Casper E
“Great value food most of the dishes were under 10 quid speedy service and friendly staff. No wait was required although I don’t recommend more than groups of 6 here”
- Rory Irwin
“I'm 27 years of age, was threatened to be kicked out and was denied a pre-ordered pint because I did not have ID. They refused to refund or produce an alternative soft drink. On compliant I was informed to "read the T&Cs". I would highly recommend you avoid this pub as they do not support or care about the local community and the staff are empowered to bully you regardless of simple logic. We are local and did not feel welcome.”
- Rahul Sunuwar
“Top pub—late closing time was perfect after finishing our football game. Managed to grab some food and drinks without feeling rushed. Prices were affordable and everything tasted great. Solid spot to end the night.”
- jeffrey goh
“Nice food and drink. Happy hour menu Mon to Fri 2pm to 5pm.”
- David Mawson
“Friendly staff. Food served luke warm. Pub cold too heating not on. Pub is huge plenty of space.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“The pub is open for breakfast until 12 noon and offers free refills (all day every day) on tea and Lavazza coffee. For lunch and dinner, there are lighter bites, with deli deal options and vegetarian choices, gourmet burgers and freshly made pizzas. Wetherspoon has championed a wide range of drinks, including real ales, craft beers, gins and soft drinks. Table service is available via the Wetherspoon app, using our unlimited free Wi-Fi. This pub has step-free access.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Herbert Wells
- Bird In Hand - Mayford4.61,1991.8 mi
sunday roast, caramelised banana split, camembert sharing platter
- The White Hart4.42,1894.3 miReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
nut roast, cauliflower cheese, roast beef
- The Brickmakers Windlesham4.51,3395 mi away
bubble and squeak with poached eggs, old fashioned cocktail, sunday roast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Herbert Wells | 4.32,024 | — | 3 small plates deal, happy hour menu, pint of Stella |
| Bird In Hand - Mayford | 4.61,199 | 1.8 mi | sunday roast, caramelised banana split, camembert sharing platter |
| The White HartReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.42,189 | 4.3 mi | nut roast, cauliflower cheese, roast beef |
| The Brickmakers Windlesham | 4.51,339 | 5 mi away | bubble and squeak with poached eggs, old fashioned cocktail, sunday roast |
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