Review The White Horse - South Cheriton

Popped in for a pint so cannot comment on the food served there but over heard the comments from people that had eaten there and they all said if was very good. The atmosphere of the pub was very good with no angst apparent. The barmaid on the night was friendly and took time to have a chat. All in all a lovely place to spend a few hours relaxing in a lovely environment, a place to give a visit too and hopefully you’ll have a great evening as I did!

Called in for a quick pint last night and got chatting with the locals. Ended up eating there and enjoyed best ever ham egg and chips. My partner had the veggie burger which was also excellent. Varied menu, vegetarian options, huge portions, good beer and ciders - this is what traditional pubs should be like.

Great pub! Nice warm welcome from the staff and the few locals who were there. Good selection of ale and if the breakfast was anything to go by the food is good and extremely good value.

One of the best things about the White Horse .. apart from the food which is excellent .. and the ale .. the music .. and the eclectic decor - is the Landlady and Landlord. Something that always sets pubs apart is character and both the couple that run this establishment and the olde worlde Bar has this a-plenty! Always a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere and we applaud them for battling through the legacy of that damn pandemic. Oh, Did I mention how good the ale is?

Out in the sticks but on the Cask Marque Ale Trail and deservedly so. Lunches are popular and well presented. The chef (and landlord) is not renowned for being garrulous, but the staff are affable enough.

Very friendly owners and staff; great atmosphere and truly exceptional Thai chicken curry. Good chat with some of the locals - we will definitely be returning next time we're in Dorset. This pub is a real gem!

Great food, it arrive quickly and staff are lovely! Lovely homely feel to the pub.

Great local folks, very friendly and helpful. Freehouse with lots of ciders and beers.

Wonderful quirky, atmospheric pub , very friendly owners . We loved the free cheese and biscuits on the bar and had the best Moroccan vegetable tagine of our lives. Well worth a visit, great beer too !

I went to The White Horse on Saturday with my Grandparents and we were utterly charmed by the place. It is a pub I have driven past many times and have always discounted, but I understand it is under new management and I'll definitely be going back. The food was served quickly and was creative and tasty. The chef stopped by to chat to us and told us about the providence of the venison. I was particularly impressed by the puddings - which were not only homemade, but came with homemade ice-cream. The dishes are high class, with a bit more panache than your average pub grub. Best of all was the excellent atmosphere provided by the charming bar staff. They were very genuine in their friendliness and service. I'll be going back.

The best pub in the area. Absolutely superb food - the perfect blend of chef par excellence and presentation, without losing sight of the fact that some people are hungry, and want a proper portion. So there may be some fancy trimmings and sauces (which suits me), but you can equally choose their fish and chips, which is unbeatable. Beer - three perfectly kept ales, all tasty with good hops, or more malted if you prefer, ranging from 3.8% to 5%, and a good selection of wines. I don't do lager so I can't comment, but the locals look happy on it. Finally, the pub is run by a charming couple - Louise is front of house, and James is the man behind the excellent food - they both make you feel very welcome, and nothing is too much trouble. Summary : this place is responsible for our best meals out this year. We've always been able to get a table, but it maybe a good idea to reserve first.

Great village pub that can easily be overlooked. Always a good range of guest beers and very good food created by landlord and chef James. Always a warm welcome from the friendly staff. (The lounge bar photo is not correct ).

Lovely garden and great real ale!

We chanced upon this pub and now it's fast becoming a favourite. Almost reluctant to write a post because we don't want too many to discover it! Had a lovely meal and would say the food is definitely a cut above the average pub fodder. It serves a great mixture of locally sourced, pub favourites, and also more refined, "foodie" dishes. Liked the fact that there was a separate dining area, but also plenty of room to go for a drink if you didn't fancy eating. Nice beer garden too. We are definitely going back - and will be seeking out the home made burgers which were first class.

Newly opened a few weeks ago: We went for a meal and it was great! The homemade steak and kidney pie was simply deliciuos and the treakle sponge with custard to die for! The hosts were super friendly and helpful. We highly recommend the place and hope to stay there during our next visit.

Excellent venue...I have visited several times over the last few years- Sunday roasts are excellent and such great value.

There were 22 of us staying at The Grange about 1 mile away. The Half Moon Pub at the end of the drive were clearly not interested in our business (the owner there is very abrupt and unwelcoming) so we tried the White Horse. James (the Chef) came and collected some of us in his car which was a really nice gesture. The pub, staff and food are all excellent and made us all feel so welcome. Thank you to James and the rest of the team at the White Horse for such a great experience on my 50th birthday. Kevin & Debbie