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Heverlee 0623

About us

Believed to have originally been built early in the 1840s, the Fox and Hounds at Thurston has always been rooted in country pub tradition. Soon after opening came the nearby railway station and the expansion of the village placed the pub centrally in village life. Today it is very much a freehouse with its own identity and we strive to offer the same simple values of good cellarmanship and a friendly welcome that were very much at the heart of its origin.

As well as regular connections to Ipswich and Cambridge, there are frequent trains into London and the Eastern region. Whether on business, or needing a 'base' from which to explore East Anglia, or just looking for a relaxing stay, there is a wealth of things to do in the Thurston area.

Since taking over as landlord and lady, Bernie and Mandy Ruffles have dedicated themselves to ensuring the Fox and Hounds is renowned for its hospitality and good, honest service. Over time this has been recognised and we are proud to have been Cask Marque Accredited.

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Beer gardenCar parkDisabled facilitiesFamily friendlyFoodOutside areaReal aleCask Marque
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4.5/5

Scrumpy Dave

3 months ago

Popped in for lunch & found it busy for a Monday lunchtime, which was a good sign.Food was very good & plenty of it.Enjoyed it with a pint of Old Ale 🍺

Stew McG

4 months ago

Great value for money pub grub. Good size portions. Sirlon Steak was very good. Cooked perfectly for medium rare and very tasty. Good size cod and giant burgers. Almost too much food so we did not have room for desert. Perhaps the chips are too chunky !

Beer Baron

6 months ago

Always a lovely calm visit here. For a village pub the range of cask ales on is exceptional. The prices are excellent too and the staff and locals are friendly. A lovely, traditional, comfortable pub which for anyone passing Thurston on the train, who has some time to maybe alight and catch the next one, for example. This is a must. I always make an effort to visit if I can.

Kris Xx

9 months ago

First time visiting Fox and hounds. I ordered the steak & Ale pie, the food was served piping hot, by one of the friendly waiters, (didn’t catch her name, wearing glasses) absolutely delicious, big tender chunks of beef, served with chips & veg, carrots tasted a little to chemical too me, for dessert I choose biscoff cheesecake, looked really presentable, tasted a little lifeless, so for that reason, I give 4stars. Would come back again to try a roast dinner. 😃

Paul Ryder

11 months ago

Beautiful local pub with great food. Staff are friendly and make the experience a great one. It's good enough we went twice while we were staying in the area.

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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623