The Rodney Inn

There are very few real pubs left so stopping off at The Rodney is almost like stepping back in time. With a cosy bar, a pool room and a spacious garden there’s just what you need for a friendly pint or an hour or two socialising summer and winter. The pub’s name, The Rodney originates from Admiral Rodney and, subsequently, a Royal Navy ship – one of a succession of vessels bearing that name – and the decor reflects the nautical theme with pictures, models and brassware. There’s also evidence of the pub’s own history too – and it’s barely changed externally over the years. “It’s a Grade 2 listed building now, and this area is a conservation area, so we can’t change much now,” says Lynne, “not that we’d want to,” she adds.