Five Mile House is now under
new management. The beloved 16th century building with two bars and
five rooms to drink in (plus a marquee coming soon) is serving a new menu and
winning over all who pass through. Hikers, locals (not many) and drivers find
it a respite on the A417 10 miles from Cheltenham. When the town will be packed
during race week, and restaurants often fully booked, the Five Mile House which
had a good reputation with the Irish over the last few years is now keen to let
everyone know it’s live and kicking.
Great dishes for all tastes,
vegetarians can indulge in Goats Cheese and soup, whilst the meat eaters will
not have a problem with the kitchen staffs high level of skill. New landlord
Martin Thomas picked up the pub bug in London after retiring, only to find
working in pubs for a hobby was a great way to meet people and was really a
lifestyle choice. After helping his friends earn a buck, he decided to go in
himself.
Finding a place in the
countryside wasn’t easy, but “If I’d known the reaction would have been like
this I’d bite your hand off to get it”. The plush pub with creeping vines is known
for its cider festival, and is well liked by cricket and rugby teams. Those
wanting to place a bet on the horses will be glad to know they won’t be eating
any; all the ingredients are locally sourced.
Ales make up a large amount of
the beer on tap, but Amstel and Carlsberg are there for the lager lovers. There
is a snug as you go in suitable for about 8 people, whilst past the bar area is
room for some thirty more dispersed between the two dining rooms. It doesn’t
end with that, a little walk down stairs sees a gorgeous room with upright
piano suitable for 12, and even in the cellar 15 more could be seated.
Though the marquee won’t be
in action during race week, it won’t be long before it is up and giving space
for events (weddings, gigs, parties or just a regular night). Used as a wardrobe
tent for “Shakespeare in Love”, what else will go in within it’s confines? It
looks like a lot! As spring comes former singer Martin says “I’m keen to make
it a place where bands come to start of the beginning of a tour”. What more can
we want in a venue?
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