White Hart, Diss

A short hop from Diss, this extended roadside pub manages to find a good balance between drinkers and diners. The main bar contains several original beams and pillars and a wonderful inglenook and stove. The rest of the pub is a more modern recreation and despite the woodchip wallpaper it still retains a sedate Olde Pubbe charm. It was not the busiest night of the week on our visit and volume levels are fairly low with muted 70's piped music and punters who appeared to be more of a genteel and civilised disposition. The carpeted main bar is the oldest part with its low ceiling and from here a Tudor style dining area and separate family room branch off. Real Ales include Adnams and Landlord. At the rear is a large well kept beer garden and beyond a car park although most people seem to use the church car park next door. It lacks any particular wow factor but is a pleasant enough stop off for a peaceful pint in a nice spot.