This prominent building (which is sited in the fork in the road close to the 192 bus terminus), is a former coaching inn that dates back to 1754 with its impressive black and white mock Tudor type exterior evoking times past. It is often adorned with attractive window boxes in summer. The original interior has sadly long since gone, with the pub now one large room albeit it is well-appointed and relaxing. It has a rather splendid but somewhat isolated tiled fireplace on the left as you enter. Behind here is a small area with table football and a dartboard. The L-shaped bar faces the entrance, where the cask beers are prominent. A lively pub at weekends, with live music every Saturday night from 9pm, and occasionally on a Sunday too if it is a special event. Wednesday is quiz night, whilst they sometimes have extra live music nights, check their website for details. This is the place to come if you enjoy TV sports as they have Sky and other subscriptions to show all major sports events on a range of screens around the pub. Stone Baked Pizzas available all day every day, along with Salt & Pepper Fries and a selection of bar snacks. There are various offers on real ale, gins, and such on different days. Monday to Thursday usually has all cask ale on sale at a low price.