The building was built in 1504, It is mentioned as an inn in records dating back to 1788. The mostly 18th and 19th century exterior covers the older timber frame beneath. This is a long, one bar pub with dark, thick wooden beams. It has gaming machines and TV's. The pub dips down to the right and to the restaurant area, where you need to mind that you do not bang your head on the low ceiling. The wonderful garden was once described as "one of the most attractive beer gardens in the South of England". It seats up to 300 people.