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The Old Pheasant

4.3 (180)
£25 and under
Pub
Main Rd, Oakham, Rutland LE15 9BP

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The Old Pheasant

4.3
£25 and under
Pub
Uppingham

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
The Old Pheasant is a charming and historic country pub that blends traditional English hospitality with contemporary comforts. Our establishment, steeped in character, invites you to unwind in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, whether you're a local or passing through the scenic Rutland countryside.

Step inside and you’ll find a cozy interior with exposed beams, rustic wooden furnishings, and the soft glow of a crackling fireplace in the winter, creating the perfect setting for a relaxed meal or a leisurely drink. Our menu showcases a delightful array of classic pub fare. From hearty Sunday roasts to seasonal specials, every dish is prepared with care and attention to detail. We also offer a fine selection of ales, wines, and spirits.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 07:00–22:30 Sun 07:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kerrie Lowndes
  • Area
    Uppingham
  • Cross Street
    The A47 between Leicester and Peterborough
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transport
    Bus stop in front of the Hotel, both sides
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Old Pheasant.

4.3

4.3
(180)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Good for groups

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Healthy

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Northampton/Northamptonshire

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Old Pheasant offers a "fabulous" dining experience with "excellent" food and "faultless" service. Guests praise the "cosy" ambiance, delightful pub setting, and "attentive" staff. Highlights include "delicious" Sunday lunches, a varied menu, and a welcoming atmosphere. The Old Pheasant is highly recommended for its "wonderful" meals and "great" service.
180 Reviews
  1. P

    Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well worth a visit very helpful staff & well presented food.

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  2. Claire

    Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely meal last night. The food was fabulous. Service from Julie and Bernard was faultless. Already rebooked. Highly recommended.
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    Thank you for such lovely words. Knowing that you enjoyed the food and felt so well looked after by Julia and me means a great deal. But perhaps the best part of your review is that you have already rebooked. There really is no greater compliment than a guest choosing to come through our door again. Thank you for your recommendation and for placing your trust in us. We look forward to seeing you again very soon. Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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  3. Nick

    Leicestershire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely visit, great food. Minimum 50 characters is too much.
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    Thank you! Short and sweet and sometimes that says everything :) We are really pleased you enjoyed your visit and, most importantly, the food. Thank you for choosing The Old Pheasant and we hope to see you through our door again soon. Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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  4. Mick

    Yorkshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly welcome. Excellent breakfast choice. Prompt service. Everything well cooked.
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    Thank you for your lovely feedback. A friendly welcome followed by a good breakfast is a pretty good way to start the day! It is great to know you enjoyed the choice, cooking and service. I will make sure your kind words are shared with the team. Thank you for choosing The Old Pheasant. We hope to see you through our door again. Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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  5. Nigel

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice food, surroundings and service was excellent
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    Thank you for your kind words. Great food, welcoming surroundings and excellent service are exactly the combination we want people to enjoy when they visit The Old Pheasant. It is wonderful to know you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you for choosing to come through our door, and we hope to welcome you again soon. Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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  6. Mick

    Yorkshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice well cooked breakfast. Good choice. Prompt service.

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  7. Mick

    Yorkshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice quiet country pub. Friendly welcome. Good choice on menu. Prompt service.

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  8. Mandy

    Leicestershire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time visiting this quaint little pub. On arrival walked into the garden area, very well kept with plenty of tables and chairs. On entering the pheasant pub it was just like i imagined. A gorgeous old fireplace, full beams up above and a cosy seating area, not cold enough probably to have lit the fire ( but a girl can dream lol). We were showed to our table straight away, after looking at the menu we all opted for Fish, Chips and Mushy Peas. The Fish was a lovely size and in a light batter, to be honest we all enjoyed the meal so much and is up there with some of the best we have tried from top restaurants. My Son was the only one who wanted to try the burger and he said it was cooked to perfection. We had a little room left for a pudding, myself opted for the warm brownie and ice-cream, my husband had sticky toffee pudding and custard and Sons had the cheesecake, all were so delicious. Staff were lovely and a very good chef. We will definitely pop back to the pheasant as i want to try the Sunday Lunch next. Thanks again and keep up the great work you all do.
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    What a wonderful review to receive, thank you. I particularly enjoyed the thought of you already imagining the fire lit in our old fireplace! There is something rather special about The Old Pheasant when the fire is going on a cold Rutland day. Knowing that you rated our fish and chips alongside some of the best you have enjoyed in top restaurants is an incredible compliment to our kitchen, and it sounds as though the burger and desserts did rather well too! I am pleased you felt warmly welcomed and enjoyed your first visit. Thank you for placing your trust in us for your first visit. We will look forward to opening our door to you again, and it sounds as though Sunday lunch has already been chosen for next time! Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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  9. Jonathan

    Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and it was the best pint of Timothy Taylor Landlord I have had for a long time. Dog friendly so will definitely go back for another Sunday lunch soon.
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    Thank you for such a great review. Excellent food and the best pint of Timothy Taylor Landlord you have had for a long time, our kitchen and bar team could hardly ask for a better compliment! We are pleased your four-legged companion felt welcome too. Dogs are very much part of the family here at The Old Pheasant. The fact that you are already planning another Sunday lunch says more than we ever could. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to seeing you all again soon. Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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  10. Sandra

    London16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good belly pork and sticky toffee pudding. Efficient staff and very pleasant.
    The Old PheasantResponded on 12 October 2026
    Thank you for your lovely feedback. Belly pork followed by sticky toffee pudding sounds like a pretty good combination to us! It is equally good to hear that you found the team efficient and welcoming. Great food matters, but how you are looked after while enjoying it matters just as much. Thank you for choosing The Old Pheasant. We hope to see you through our door again soon. Warm regards, Bernard Your Host The Old Pheasant

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 07:00–22:30 Sun 07:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kerrie Lowndes
  • Area
    Uppingham
  • Cross Street
    The A47 between Leicester and Peterborough
  • Parking Details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transport
    Bus stop in front of the Hotel, both sides
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, The Old Pheasant’s cosy interior with a wood-burning fire and multiple positive anniversary visits make it a warm choice for a special evening.

Expect the Old Pheasant to be busiest for Sunday lunches and on popular fish-buffet evenings, while some Saturday lunchtimes (one review at 1:45pm) and quieter daytime visits have been calm and relaxed.

Dogs are welcome, guests report dining with their dogs and the pub openly welcomes dogs to stay and eat.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal clothing is entirely appropriate for a relaxed country‑pub visit.

The Old Pheasant feels like a charming, cosy country pub, exposed beams, rustic furnishings and a crackling wood‑burner in winter, with warm, friendly service throughout.

Yes, reviewers mention weekly theme nights and special evenings (for example, the Friday fish feast), indicating regular special-event menus.

Yes, The Old Pheasant offers an outdoor courtyard/garden area that guests enjoy in warmer months for al fresco dining.

Guests often describe the Sunday roast and the fish buffet as substantial, several reviews praise generous portions for those meals.

Yes, The Old Pheasant runs a regular Friday fish feast/fish buffet, and staff often mark special occasions (guests report complimentary desserts for birthdays).

For a classic visit, go for Sunday lunch, guests frequently praise the Sunday roast, and Friday evenings are great for the popular fish feast/fish buffet locals love.

Yes, dogs are welcome: guests describe dining with their dogs and note the pub takes dogs both to eat and to stay in the hotel rooms.

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The Old Pheasant

4.3
£25 and under
Pub
Uppingham

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
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