WELCOME TO THE TROOPER INN!

Situated at the highest point in Hampshire, in the heart of the countryside, the Trooper is one of the county's finest pubs.

The first bricks of this charming Inn are reputed to have been laid in at the beginning of the 17th century, and in the 400 years since, the building has had a chequered history. At the turn of the last century, it was a busy stopover on what was then the main route to London, as well as the inn of choice for local hunting parties. At the outset of the First World War it is said that the pub was used as a recruiting centre for troops, although it is not known whether this was the source of the Trooper name.

Since the end of the Great War, the trooper has been home to a friendly ghost. Local folklore tells that he rides across the fields opposite the inn.

More recent history saw 'the Pub at the Top of the Hill' allowed to drift into decline. An unreliable electricity supply even saw it gain the nickname 'the Pub with the Candles' after its primary lighting source. The candlelight tradition has been enhanced at the Trooper, but these days supported by a more dependable electricity supply!

In the mid 90's the Trooper faced closure and conversion to a housing development, but was rescued from this fate by the wholehearted opposition of the villagers, who objected to losing their local watering hole. It was at this time that the present owners took over and embarked on the regeneration of this wonderful pub. In the years since, the Trooper has built an enviable reputation for the quality of its food and drink, as well as for the excellent level of service and welcoming atmosphere. The bar and restaurant has recently been complemented by the opening of a new, eight bedroom, luxury hotel.

The hotel is open all year round (with a slightly reduced service on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day).

The bar and restaurant is open for lunch Mon - Sat from 12pm - 2pm and on Sun from 12pm - 2.30pm. The bar opens in the evening at 5pm and evening meals are served Tue - Thur from 6pm - 9pm and on Fri & Sat from 6pm - 9.30pm. The bar and restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings and Monday lunchtimes.