The Kings Lodge, Hunton Bridge, Kings Langley

A small hotel which, although slightly upmarket, is nowhere near as posh as it looks at first sight. As mentioned below the main rooms are nicely historic, and provide a comfortable drinking location although certainly attracting lounge rather than public bar customers. A side room is laid up for dining but with few airs and graces. The menu is far from gastro but the food is good and the portions are commendable. There is a patio area at the back including covered sections. Two ales from Tring were available and seemed in excellent condition. Would happily return, especially if eating.

Little new to add to Mr Fastard's review below. The Kings Lodge is more hotel and restaurant then boozer but the large room on entering is a dedicated bar area and even though people do eat more informally here than in the restaurant, there is no problem with just having a drink. It's worth a visit just to enjoy the historical interior but the beer range isn't great with Tring Sidepocket and Pride on. The latter of which was decidedly unexceptional. The bar menu was decent quality pub grub and everything I saw looked very good. I may return for something to eat but you just have to hope that there's a decent beer on.

Official site of the Kings Lodge, contains menus and wine list - www.kingslodge.uk.com

Official site of the Kings Lodge, contains menus and wine list - www.kingslodge.uk.com