Reopened 31/10/2016 after a two week refurbishment. Some of the following may be out of date: Large pub opposite Southampton Common in a commanding position on the corner of Hill Lane and Bellemoor Road. Inside, décor is plenty of wood and mostly carpeted. Pillars and part walls separate it into slightly more cosy areas but all served from the same L-shaped bar, which has six handpumps on its central corner. It has fairly traditional pub furniture with a couple of armchairs thrown in. To the left end there's an area with a more 'public' bar feel with high bar tables, fruit machines and dartboard. During the quiet part of the week two real ales are available, with an extra one Friday to Sunday, and perhaps a fourth in high season. Usually 2 hand-pulled ciders. There may be an Ale & Pie in March & a cider festival in June.