Beware of reviews prior to September 2010! Thwaites acquired this quintessentially English pub around 5 years ago and there followed a procession of totally unsuitable tenants and long periods when the pub was closed. All this changed with the arrival of Emma, Natalia and brothers Richard and Tim. Within the space of a couple of weeks the historic coaching in went from a pub on the brink of closure to one where you had to book a table if you wanted to dine at week-ends. I could wax lyrical about lovingly prepared, presented and wonderful tasting local produce - but you just need to look at the car park (it's invariably full!) if you want proof of the fact that these guys have got it spot on. If all rural pubs were this welcoming and served food of this standard, (I believe the brothers have worked previously in a number of Michelin starred restaurants) then there would be far fewer moans about the price of beer, smoking ban, drink driving laws etc. The Red Lion is is testament to the fact that a hard working, passionate and knowledgable team can still make a great success of working in the Staffordshire countryside.
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this pub has been changed to a carvery and it is very poor the staff are slow and after being left standing for 25 mins before being served the girl seated me in a surly manner and we ordered drinks she returned with the wrong drinks and then asked us to go get our food at a glance the food was limp and over cooked the gravy had a thick skin it was awful no one behind the pass either i was very disappointed!! we wont be going back in a hurry!!
The Seven Stars – StaffordThe Haberdashers is what good pubs used to be like. Great ale no nonsense hospitality and a real country feel to the place. The Haberdashers hasn't sold out to the corporate world of theme bars and destination food pubs, live music at weekends and a fabulous open fire all add to the magic of a traditional unspoilt proper pub.
The Haberdashers Arms – StaffordI was taken here for a meal recently.The food was absolutely gorgeous,the service was great!Will definitely visit again
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