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1. Rachel Molloy ★★★★★

   My family and I, including 3 very excited boys aged 3, 5 and 10 attended the Breakfast With Santa event on 21st Dec 2025. Absolutely loved it. Food was good. Breakfast was had, then each table saw Santa in turn. The staff were all dressed for the occasion and they made a great set of Santa's helpers. Definitely recommend. I've always liked it here, and the food is great, but this event was above and beyond

   almost 2 months ago
2. Cherry Brandy Kiss ★★★★★

   Forgot to take photos… Staff were lovely, especially our server Clement who was very attentive, when he went on his break it actually took us a good few minutes looking like meerkats trying to wave someone down. He also moved us to a lower table when a table freed up (better for my short legs and meant we enjoyed the meal better; ended up staying longer too). Very much enjoyed the food, we got a mixture of small plates and mains. Good sizes and delicious. The flavours, especially the salad, was very well balanced. Very much enjoyed the beef croquettes, mushrooms on sourdough, monkfish bites and padron peppers. Cocktails were well mixed. Actually my second or third time here, very much enjoy my visit each time. Keep up the good work. For those wondering… They are very much dog friendly and kid-friendly (especially in the weekends when I’ve visited).

   almost 4 months ago
3. Ove Lindahl ★★★★★

   What a great place. We are on our way back from Scotland and discovered this gem. The hospitality and service are hard to beat. Despite the late hour, everything we had hoped for was made possible. Individual menus were put together in consultation with Jess and the team. They even asked how the dog would like his steak. We were able to park our campervans at the back of the pub. It's a really great place with a good location right next to a green space. The food was delicious and less greasy than in comparable pubs. Thank you, Jess, for everything. We hope to see you again soon. And a big thank you to the wonderful new bartender (unfortunately, I don't know her name).

   almost 7 months ago

1. Glenys Carnelley ★★★★★

   The meals were very good , nice and tasty . Will definitely be back for another meal .

   almost 3 years ago
2. julie MT Head ★★★★★

   We love this pub. Great atmosphere, really helpful friendly staff. Fantastic value meals which have always been spot on. Lots of choice and some fabulous deals. We have just been in with our granddaughters while we're visiting them, we're not locals but we always feel as welcome as if we were. Keep up the great work Starting gate.

   almost 3 years ago

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