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The Fish, Wixford, Alcester
Alcester
B49 6DA
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Punch TavernsReviews (Current Rating Average: 7 of 10) see review guidelines
Helen Iwanczuk left this review about The Fish
On our travels to Alcester, we noticed that The Fish had reopened so we decided to pop in. The interior of the pub has had a declutter, and little remains of the previous decor . As before, the pub is set out for dining, but this was not a negative. My partner ordered an ale, unfortunately we can't remember the name, but it was in excellent condition. In fact it was so good, that my partner ordered another pint.
We decided to sit outside in the lovely beer garden, which is idyllicly situated next to the River Arrow. Some very tame Geese came to enjoy the surroundings. Maybe the pub should consider stocking Mad Goose!
But seriously, we had a lovely time, and would have stayed longer if we had not wanted to travel to Alcester.
On 26th September 2023
- rating: 7
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Nick Davies left this review about The Fish
Well described by others, the range of weird and wacky objects has, if anything, expanded. It's worth a look just for that but feels a bit cramped and all laid up for eating. Anyway main reason for visiting is the extensive garden down to the river, with some nice gazebos for shade or shelter. All have reserved signs on them but you are fine outside of mealtimes.
Just Butty Bach and HPA on the pumps, we stuck to eurofizz due to the heat. Worth a visit if you're in the area.
On 24th July 2021
- rating: 7
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Gill Smith left this review about The Fish
Not sure where to start with this one. It is a pub full of slogans, nick nacks, mannequins, including a couple of rather large apes. You could wander round all day and not see everything. The beer was ok but rather mainstream. We chose Purity Mad Goose which was fine. A very large garden takes you down to the river with a camping field.
On 15th July 2018
- rating: 7
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Fish
Not my cup of tea. All too jolly, with jokey slogan signs, a shark above the door and plenty of mannequins and nick nacks.
Roaring fire that made the place hotter than the sun.
Nowhere for a drinker to sit - mainly setup for dining.
Family play areas.
5 of the 6 handpulls were turned around but no complaints with my Wadworth 6x
Visit blogged at http://bit.ly/2pY9Hlx.
On 1st April 2018
- rating: 4
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Alan Winfield left this review about The Fish
The Fish is situated close to the River Arrow,the pub is set sideways onto the road.
Once inside the main room was oblong shaped,there were tables laid out for diners near the entrance with some in use,the serving bar was to the rear left,the seating in this area was normal tables and chairs,there was a very high ceiling in this area,there was what looked to be like a proper bar area to the rear left,but this area was too busy for us to drink in.
There were three real ales on the bar,i had a drink of Purity Mad Goose which was a nice drink but served without a smile,the other beers were Wye Valley Butty Bach and Hobgoblin.
The pub was very busy with drinkers and diners on our Saturday dinner visit.
Other reviewers seem to like this pub, but this was the second worst pub of our visit to the Alcester area.
Pub visited 10/5/2014
On 10th May 2014
- rating: 6
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Pamela Wake left this review about The Fish
hi,i visited the fish on 1st june for a birthday meal with my family , the staff made us very welcolm ,and were very attentive ,the tables were set out very nice and the meals arrived quite quickly ,great value for money , the plates were full , arranged nicley ,and hot , and at the end of the meal the staff sang happy birthday to me and made me blow candles out ,i thought how kind of them ,and they had empty plates to clear away ,everyone including my 11 year old grandson had a great time ,so thanks once again for making my night special ,we will return ,as my husband and myself use the fish often ,well done to you all xx
On 11th June 2011
- rating: 9
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Danny O'Revey left this review about The Fish
Modernised country pub, and I would agree with Roger Button below that they have thought about the drinking/dining mix and made an excellent effort to combine the two.
The eating are is as you walk in from the car park and, although slightly too bright for me, is well set out & includes a real fire. The drinking area is at the rear.
A nice menu, I was quite surprised to see they offer some of the dishes at a fiver.
Beautiful garden on the river bank adjoining the brick road bridge.
Very friendly, efficient staff
Overall I thought this was a great mix of old/new, beer/food. I will have to go back again.
On 16th March 2011
- rating: 9
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Roger Button left this review about The Fish
The Fish is a welcoming and appealing old country pub with its leaded partly stained glass windows, gables, ivy clad walls and riverside location. The interior has plenty of beams, pillars and exposed brickwork despite being obviously refurbished, extended and opened up although the pub still retains its old world charm. Fortunately they have managed to find a decent balance between diners and drinkers with the area near the main door with its large brick fireplace mainly for the diners and the drinking area situated by the carpeted, barrel shaped main bar with its views up through the beams into the superb vaulted roof. There are plenty of pots and pans, bottle racks, lanterns, horseshoes and various nick nacks on display but a visit to the loos may take longer than expected as the corridor doubles up as a mini museum with wartime newspapers, old signs, 19th C key collections and various odds and sods. The furnishings are rustic with settles and plain wooden seating which blend in well with the ambience. 3 Ales when I was there (admittedly some time ago) - Black Sheep, Adnams and Spitfire. To the rear is a public bar with games machines & TV. They do speciality food nights (Steak on Thursdays, Fish on Fridays) but I didn't get a chance to eat here so cannot comment on the quality. The extensive beer garden takes advantage of its setting on the banks of the River Arrow and has a childrens play area so there isn't really an excuse not to pay a visit if in the area.
On 4th March 2010
- rating: 7
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