The Grosvenor Arms in Hindon is a real gem. Steeped in history, the pub was once a thriving coaching inn for travelers making their way to and from London. In some senses not much has changed, albeit there are fewer horses and more cars. There’s still plenty of beer, perhaps a little less debauchery, more rooms (9) and glass tankards as opposed to metal ones. Set in the heart of the Nadder Valley, there’s many a romp to be had, as well as other fantastic places to eat and drink.
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The Bell and Crown in Zeals is the first boozer we got our hands on. The pub sits just off the A303 in the village of Zeals. It’s a convenient spot for a Sunday roast and a local ale or two after a stroll around the nearby gardens at Stourhead House. With the addition of 6 spanking new rooms and following a pretty serious renovation project at the beginning, the pub is now the cosiest we have when it comes to long winter evenings and a good night's kip. In the summer, the Bell is the place to breathe in the country air and relax from under our stretch tent at the back.
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The Pembroke Arms in Wilton is an 18th Century inn and sits prominently opposite Wilton House. Originally used as overflow accommodation for guests of the Earl and Countess of Pembroke, and later as an Officers’ Mess; the pub is now a buzzy and vibrant place with flowing outside space and a nole pizza kitchen. The Pembroke is the perfect pit stop if you’re visiting one of the many local sites, but with nine simple and stylish bedrooms you could make the trip just to put your feet up, enjoy the atmosphere and roll to bed after one too many downstairs.
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The Dog and Gun in Netheravon is the most recent addition to the group and joined the family in April 2021. We think of this one as a pizza pub because we managed to squeeze an oven into the main kitchen. The chefs love it, and on the menu you’ll find pizzas from nole, our handmade pies and other seasonal dishes and bites. Sitting in the heart of Salisbury Plain - a great stop for a stroll - the Dog has 5 simple and stylish rooms; great food; and local beer by the gallon. Or pint, if you’d prefer.
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nole pizza was a lockdown baby. First making appearances in some of our pubs, it now has its own little shop and other pop-ups too. We use a traditional Neapolitan recipe which makes the dough chewy and the best crusts. We try not to look at ourselves as an Italian pizza joint, though; and instead like to be playful with the abundance of wonderful produce on our doorstep. Head to nole on the square, our little shop in Salisbury’s City Centre, and give the number four a punt – field mushroom, truffle and Westcombe ricotta.
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