Went as a couple, yesterday for Sunday lunch and thankfully chose to ring beforehand to check availability - they were busy and as it was a very late booking (rang 11.30) they could offer us an early lunch 12 or 2.30. As we were travelling...More

My husband and I have been here a few times for drinks and loved the charm of this beautiful old pub. We had a special anniversary, last night, and decided to try The Cleave for a meal. We were not disappointed. It was excellent. The...More

As a regular visitor over the last 27 years, I am delighted to report that this wonderful old pub is back to its brilliant best. Under new landlord Steve you are now assured of a warm welcome, the service now friendly and efficient. The selection...More

Lunch with 18 others. Well received because we'd phoned ahead to warn landlord! Parking a bit tricky in a lovely village.

Visited this lovely pub on a wet Tuesday in October. It has all the charm you’d expect of a pub in a beautiful rural location. All the staff were extremely friendly as were the locals we encountered-some real characters. Beer was good, gin was very...More

This place is a must. Steve is a fabulous host and will do anything to make your visit a real experience. We had our Golden Wedding lunch there and everyone, without exception loved the food and the service. Steve and his team were very attentive...More

The dinner was ok. The lamb wasn't great for the price. It was tough. The vegetables were dry and bland; plain carrot and broccoli. No flair. The pie was ok. Quite dry. Chips were how i remember school dinner chips. Drinks were also ok. Nothing...More

We had drinks, appetizers, main meals and dessert, and every single item we had was absolutely delicious, right down to the chips that went with the sirloin. Very highly recommended.

Location - lovely village Inside Atmosphere - ok Welcome - Not overly welcoming at bar Drinks choice - Good Drinks quality - ok, soft drinks, Frobishers not as good as Luscombes. Otter Ale was a little sour. Either getting towards end of barrel or first...More

Five of dropped into the Cleave after a Friday spent cycling around the area. The (new) landlord could not have been more friendly and welcoming, and after sampling some of the ales and ciders, we decided to stay for our evening meal. Choosing to eat...More