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The Great Bustard, Salisbury

Pub added by Paul Brett
Main Street
Great Durnford
Postal town: Salisbury
SP4 6AY
Phone: 01722782270
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Great Bustard

I dont think I have ever seen a less pubby looking building than this - a literal barn, with no markings on the side. There is a pub sign at the road.

An incredibly posh gastropub (three steaks, one was £120, but was for sharing... obviously). A pair of idiots holding a full scale interview next to the only comfy chairs. I could not help but listen and inwardly groan - especially at the interviewer who loved the sound of his own voice so much, he was answering his own questions.

I digress - made to feel very welcome as a drinker and the Hog Back Summer Lightening was pulled through before dispense and wasnt even the most expensive pint of the my four days in Wiltshire (well done The Marlborough for that prize).

A pleasant experience and it is nice to find somewhere open at lunch.

On 15th May 2026 - rating: 6
[User has posted 1859 recommendations about 1825 pubs]


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E TA left this review about Black Horse

A single room 17th Century country pub with tiled floors, beams and a log fire. It retains a friendly village atmosphere, although the landlord can be a little caustic. If your mobile phone goes off while your here, he will try to throw it in the deep fryer, which is not the best approach to customer relations. However, food is excellent - imaginative, well prepared and in sensible portions. There is a large garden with plenty of parking, barbecue and children's play area. Beers are excellent, and are usually sourced from local breweries. This time I tried the Ringwood Best and it was in perfect condition. Hidden away in the Avon Valley to the South of Amesbury, this pub is well worth seeking out for a meal (group or individual) or a decent pint, and is worth including in a motorised crawl (note that it doesn't open on Mondays in the Winter).

On 6th November 2010 - rating: 8
[User has posted 3781 recommendations about 3741 pubs]

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Pub location see interactive map of local area
Map location corrected by Jonathan Wilde
Salisbury, 5.8 miles, 1 hr 52 min walk (show)
Grateley, 10.13 miles, 3 hr 15 min walk (show)
Dean, 11.22 miles, 3 hr 36 min walk (show)
Latest updates View all updates for The Great Bustard, Great Durnford
16th May 2026, 08:50
Picture submitted by Ian Mapp approved
 
16th May 2026, 08:50
Picture submitted by Ian Mapp approved

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  • Accommodation : Yes last updated 24 June 2024 by paulof horsham
  • Beer Festivals : No last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Beer Garden : Yes last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • CAMRA Discount : No last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Car Park : Yes last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Child Friendly : Yes last updated 24 June 2024 by paulof horsham
  • Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 24 June 2024 by paulof horsham
  • Hot Food : Yes - Not Monday - last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Live Music : No last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Live TV Sports : No last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Micropub : No last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Real Ale : Yes last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
  • Real Cider : Yes last updated 21 January 2016 by ROB Camra
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