This friendly bar has the feel of a country pub, despite only being a short walk from the town centre. It is close to one of the the main entrances to Christchurch park and comprises a tiny snug at front, flanked by a small public bar and a larger, but compact bar. A much larger room at the rear leads to an external seating area and small car-park. The patio area at the front is well used (weather permitting). It offers up to 6 cask conditioned ales on hand pump (often including at least one from a local independent brewer), and attracts a varied clientèle. The pub is popular for its home-cooked food, including Sunday roasts (when available). As at May 2026 food is served seven days a week (including breakfast - see website for details). In addition to their standard menu, as at October 2026 Zia Marita's Pizzeria is open on Friday and Saturday evenings. Please see the pub website and/or Facebook page for further/current details including food service hours and /or otherwise contact the pub for. The various buses that stop nearby may have an infrequent service but the pub is only a reasonably short walk (less than ten minutes) from Tower Ramparts bus station.