Harden's survey result
Summary
This fifteenth-century inn with a skittle alley in picturesque Hardy country was the model for the ‘Sow & Acorn’ in ‘Tess of the d'Urbervilles' and, like the swankier Summer Lodge in the same village, is part of the Red Carnation hotel group. Here you get “similar food, but with simpler presentation” than at its sibling – “an all-round pleasure”.
Summary
This fifteenth-century inn with a skittle alley in picturesque Hardy country was the model for the ‘Sow & Acorn’ in ‘Tess of the d’Urbervilles’ and, like the swankier Summer Lodge in the same village, is part of the Red Carnation hotel group. Here you get “similar food, but with simpler presentation” than at its sibling – “an all-round pleasure”.
Summary
A “nice old pub” – inspiration for ‘The Acorn’ boozer in local lad Thomas Hardy’s ‘Tess of the d’Urbervilles’ – offering “relaxed good food”, a skittles alley and “dog-friendly” hosts…what’s not to like?
Summary
Strong all-round marks from local fans of this beautiful old 16th-century coaching inn, known also for the very high quality of its accommodation.
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Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £24.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £3.50 |
28 Fore St, Evershot, DT2 0JW
Opening hours
| Monday | 8 am‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am‑9 pm |
| Friday | 8 am‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am‑9 pm |
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