Nestled in the heart of Stockbridge, Hampshire, The Greyhound on the Test is a riverside gastropub, restaurant and hotel that blends traditional country charm with refined dining. With its oak-beamed ceilings, cosy open fireplaces and a beautiful garden overlooking the River Test, this historic inn is a destination for everything from leisurely breakfasts to indulgent dinners.
Led by head chef Phil Bishop, the kitchen is dedicated to seasonal British produce, showcasing the finest ingredients in every dish. The menus cover all times of day, beginning with breakfast, where guests can help themselves to a continental spread of fresh-baked pastries, cereals, yoghurt and fruit, or opt for hot dishes such as a full English, wild mushrooms with poached eggs, Belgian waffles or warming porridge.
Lunch and dinner continue the celebration of seasonal flavours, with starters like smoked River Test trout Scotch egg with almond romesco, organic chicken and mushroom ballotine, or roast red pepper and basil chilled gazpacho. Mains might include Dorset summer lamb rump with new season peas and broad beans, grilled Devonshire sole with dill gnocchi and sea vegetables, or braised Wiltshire pork belly with smoked pancetta and summer cabbage. Pub favourites such as haddock and chips, beef fillet burger, sirloin steak and chateaubriand also feature, alongside a dedicated vegan menu.
Desserts are equally inviting, from New Forest raspberry and poached peach pavlova to milk chocolate parfait or warm date pudding with toffee sauce. Sundays bring traditional roasts with all the trimmings, plus pan-fried Devonshire hake. A strong wine list, cocktails, spirits and hot drinks round out the offering. With its riverside setting, welcoming interiors and outstanding menus, The Greyhound on the Test is one of Hampshire’s most memorable gastropubs.