An old but modernised pub by the Basingstoke canal. The pub is painted grey and has a large interior with two fire places and four main seating areas with mock wood panelled walls and wooden beamed ceiling giving it a country feel. A wide food selection is available with lunchtime and main menus. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday morning and there are regular themed food evenings. The large family garden and outside seating areas include separate cabins and an array of hanging basket. It is adjacent to the canal and overseen by a large swan! It is popular with walkers as are the nearby Ash Ranges. Viewed from the garden the nearby canal bridge has a WWII defensive position built on the opposite bank.