The Woodman Pub

Reviews

• Paul B.

  star star star star star_border 11 June 2026

  This was a cool place by Grovelands Park. It's a small place but has great outdoor seating area in the back (side). It seems this is why many locals come by on warm Sunday nights.
  We ordered 3 items: the last two were Sunday roasts of beef and pork. They were good but by the time we ordered (6:30) it may have been too late in the day. However the baked Camembert hit the spot. Simple, yes, but very nice. They put garlic in it (cut a bit too thick though) which added a lot.
  Gets a 4 for a great atmosphere, outdoor seating in the back, and the appetizer.

• Elliot A.

  star star star star_border star_border 10 June 2026

  This is a bit of a weird old place, schizophrenic almost.
  It is a beautifully old looking pub from the outside and right next to Grovelands Park, perfect for a quick drink before a stint in rehab (the famous Priory Hospital is within the grounds of the park).
  
  But inside it is a bit of a mish-mash, and could certainly do with a spruce up. Old black wooden beams, stone walls, fire places etc., and then new pine chairs, a glass conservatory and a few attempts to 'modernise', which don't come together well at all.
  
  The food was good though, and there is an ok selection of ales and drinks, so a decent pub, but it could be so much better. Unfortunately, there is not really any other choice of pub in the immediate proximity, so is your only option...there are a lot worse, but as `i said, they could do sooo much better.
  
  Forgot to mention, it has a decent sized car park to the side too.

• Bethan C.

  star star star star star_border 1 June 2026

  Mussels are delicious!! One of the best I've ever had. Nice cosy pub feels like you could be in someone house. But also has a nice open area and plays sport. Great locations do staff are really friendly. Will come back to try the roasts

• Kasia J.

  star star star star star 27 May 2026

  This is my favourite pub in the area - perfect for a post-walk beer. Good food, and they show sports too.

• Qype User (mel123…)

  star star star star star 15 May 2026

  Went to the woodman with my husband & son after walking our dog in Grovelands. They were happy for us bring our well behaved dog into the beer garden and even had bowls of water there so he could have a drink also ;
  It was small and dark inside but has lots of character.
  The staff were friendly and helpful.
  We did not eat here, but enjoyed our drink and i'm looking forward to returning.