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📍 Address
The Anglers Retreat
B489 Lower Icknield Way
Startop’s End
Tring
Hertfordshire
HP23 4LJ
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💷 Cost
Reported as Free
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🏷️ Location Type
Camper Motorhome Stopover Site + Pub/Restaurant
The Anglers Retreat – Motorhome Stopover Information
🍺 About the Pub
The Anglers Retreat is a traditional free house pub located near the Grand Union Canal and Startops Reservoir in an area of outstanding natural beauty. It offers a warm, cosy atmosphere with a mix of real ales, including local brews, and a focus on homemade daily specials. Motorhome Pub Stopover visitors benefit from free parking and a lovely setting ideal for boaters, walkers, and dog owners, making it a popular Motorhome Stopover and Pub Stopover destination.
🕰️ Opening Times
- Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
🍽️ Food
The pub serves a varied menu with homemade daily specials, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. Food is described as good quality and reasonably priced, with offerings such as lunches, dinners, and wood-fired pizzas on Monday evenings in the outdoor oven.
🛠️ Facilities
- 🅿️ Motorhome Parking: Free off-street parking suitable for motorhomes reported
- 📶 Wi-Fi: Awaiting Info
- ♿ Accessibility: Awaiting Info
- 🚻 Toilets: Yes
- 🐾 Dog Friendly: Yes
- 🌿 Beer Garden: Yes, with conservatory and outdoor seating
⭐ Reviews
Overall customer rating: 4.2/5
★★★★☆
Customers praise the pub for its friendly atmosphere, quality real ales, decent garden area, and reasonably priced fresh food. It is popular for its welcoming vibe especially among boaters and walkers.
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🗺️ Interesting Things To Do Nearby (Within 5 Miles)
1. Startops Reservoir
Located just opposite The Anglers Retreat, Startops Reservoir is a scenic spot popular for walking, bird watching, and fishing. Boaters and nature lovers frequent this tranquil body of water, offering beautiful views and an ideal setting for outdoor leisure activities. It is approximately a few steps from the pub, making it very accessible for Motorhome Stopover visitors.
2. Grand Union Canal
This historic canal runs very close to The Anglers Retreat and offers picturesque towpath walks and boating opportunities. It is a popular route for walkers, cyclists, and boaters, adding to the appeal for motorhome travellers looking for a scenic and peaceful Pub Stopover. The canal is within very close walking distance.
3. Tring Reservoirs
Located about 3 miles from the pub, the Tring Reservoirs are a group of four reservoirs with walking trails and wildlife watching opportunities. They are ideal for outdoor enthusiasts visiting The Anglers Retreat seeking to explore the local countryside around the Motorhome Pub Stopover.
4. Tring Natural History Museum
Approximately 4 miles from The Anglers Retreat, this unique museum offers exhibitions on natural history including specimens collected by Walter Rothschild. It is a cultural attraction for visitors staying at the pub or nearby motorhome stopovers.
5. Ashridge Estate
About 5 miles away, Ashridge Estate is a National Trust property offering extensive woodlands, parkland, and walking trails. It is popular for a day visit from The Anglers Retreat, well-suited for visitors using the Motorhome Parking facilities nearby.
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-The Anglers Retreat is a charming and peaceful location situated in Startops End, Marsworth, Tring. This idyllic retreat is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the countryside. The location is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with the Grand Union Canal and the Marsworth Reservoir just a stone’s throw away. The Anglers Retreat offers comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, with a range of rooms and suites to suit all tastes and budgets. The on-site restaurant serves delicious, locally sourced food, and there is a well-stocked bar for those looking to unwind with a drink.
For tourists, the Anglers Retreat is an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding area. The nearby Marsworth Reservoir is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and birdwatching, while the Grand Union Canal offers scenic walks and bike rides. The historic town of Tring is just a short drive away, with its charming high street, independent shops, and cafes. The nearby Chiltern Hills are also well worth a visit, with their stunning views and picturesque villages. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, the Anglers Retreat is the perfect destination.
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