The Fish Inn, The Bridges, Ringwood

For the past six years, The Fish Inn has been managed by Jude Karelus, while her husband Simon has taken on the mantle of head chef with son Charlie the second chef.

"It's a family affair," said Jude.

• Adults only, gluten free and dog friendly New Forest pub

"Our riverside garden with views along the banks of the Avon sets us apart from other pubs, especially in Ringwood. The pub has a lot of history, and we have local photos on the walls of yesteryears.

"We offer traditional pub food and British classics, but we raise the bar a bit. We also offer adventurous specials as well as fresh fish.

Food offered at The Fish Inn

“Our focus is locally sourced produce, seasonal ingredients and pub classics.”
The Fish Inn staff pride themselves on their customer service.
Jude added: “We try to make people, of all ages, feel welcome. We’re always delighted to see them and make that customer experience in the pub a bit more special.
“I have a great team behind me and they work so hard. It’s all down to them, our success.”

Manager Jude and head chef Simon

Jude is looking forward to reintroducing the pub’s popular gin festival following a Covid induced hiatus. 
She said: “The past year has been very difficult, but we’re very lucky to have had the backing of the brewery and we’re so glad to have had help from them.
“We’re well known for our gin festival, and I long to do it again. But it’s a lot to organise as we host it in the garden with a marquee and live music. It will be back on the agenda, something to look forward to.
“I want to host speciality food evenings in the future as well.”

Inside The Fish Inn

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More food offered at The Fish Inn