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The ElmTree

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The ElmTree

Beautiful 16th Century Thatched Pub on the edge of the New Forest in Ringwood, Hampshire.

A family owned and run business, offering a homemade menu for Carnivores, Herbivores, Folivores and Omnivores!
The ElmTree is a thatched pub, with parts that date back to the 16th Century – based in Hightown Ringwood, 1 minute from the A31, with a large sunny beer garden, easy-access facilities, and wonderful made-from-scratch-food. Recently purchased by a local family, the pub is now owned and operated by Paul, Katherine and Deborah Risbridger who live directly opposite. A lively main bar is complemented by a cozy beamed restaurant serving a range of great value pub-grub meals and specials. A warm welcome is guaranteed for guests and their four-legged friends.

The ElmTree is the perfect start for a New Forest adventure – by foot, on a bike, on horseback or in your car. A sunny south-facing garden is a great spot in the summer and although there is no play area for children, there is a selection of games and toys available. Sunday roasts are very popular throughout the year, and particularly in the winter when the enormous open fire is blazing. The 16th century tithe barn adjacent to the main pub incorporates a remarkable vaulted ceiling and solid wooden floors, a skittle alley, and its own bar, making it the ideal venue for weddings, parties, and business events!
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Facilities

Alfresco Dining
Alfresco Dining
Bar
Bar
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Onsite Parking
Onsite Parking
Parties Welcome
Parties Welcome
Baby Changing Facilities
Baby Changing Facilities
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Weddings
Weddings
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Corporate Hire
Corporate Hire
Business Meetings
Business Meetings

Menu

Please note that the below menu descriptions are samples only. Please refer to the restaurant’s website for up to date menus and prices.

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Customer Reviews

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60th birthday

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by Sue on 10 Jul 2025
FOOD
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SERVICE
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AMBIENCE
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VALUE
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Considering I put on as mention nothing not even a candle in pudding was given to the party no balloons confetti felt a bit poor considering the size and popular pub

Team Lunch

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by Paul Maloney on 10 Jul 2025
FOOD
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SERVICE
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AMBIENCE
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VALUE
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Good area, swift service

Lovely meal

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by Maggie on 09 Jul 2025
FOOD
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SERVICE
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AMBIENCE
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VALUE
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We had a very good evening but was very disappointed with the very very small amount of Monk Fish that we served I realise that it is a very expensive fish but the amount that was served was not good

mixed bag of emotions.

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by HWD on 09 Jul 2025
FOOD
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SERVICE
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AMBIENCE
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VALUE
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pub was lovely, clean and well presented with a lovely area outside, staff were very accommodating and friendly, however food wasn't very nice consider8ng the price (over cooked, luke warm and greasy) and menu was lacking in choice, especially children's menu.

Sunday Lunch

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by Keith D on 07 Jul 2025
FOOD
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SERVICE
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AMBIENCE
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VALUE
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The pub itself and the staff we would rate as very good. Unfortunately the roast beef was very tough and the roast turkey needed quite a bit of chewing. We took 2/3 of the meat home for the dog. Roast potatoes not light and crispy more pale and just about cooked through. Everything was very bland and pretty tasteless including the vegetables. However the wine was good, but the Timothy Taylor’s beer needs storing and pouring properly. Table was quite sticky and needs a good clean. Didn’t complain but definitely won’t be going again and would have reviewed unless asked, which we were.


Address

The Elm Tree, Hightown Rd, Hightown, Ringwood, Hants, Ringwood BH24 3DY

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Phone

01425 472516

Hours

Monday 12 noon - 11pm
Tuesday 12 noon - 11pm
Wednesday 12 noon - 11pm
Thursday 12 noon - 11pm
Friday 12 noon - 12 midnight
Saturday 12 noon - 12 midnight
Sunday 12 noon - 11pm

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