A local pub has been dubbed 'exceptional' on TripAdvisor.

The Fox and Hounds is a cosy local pub located in the heart of Knossington, promising character surroundings and top-quality food from local farmers and producers.

Landlord, Rangel Gadzhonov, has been working hard to build up the reputation of the historic venue, and his new meal and drinks offers, monthly events and dedicated team have seen results, receiving glowing reviews on TripAdvisor.

Saying that the Fox and Hounds is "what a British pub should be like - exceptional", a recent review added: "An absolutely amazing place - second visit for Saturday lunch with family and once again a delightful experience.

"Ambience is great, the welcome and service wonderful and the food is fantastic. A rare find in this day and age. Highly recommend and we will be back again soon."

He said: "We are a great Gastro pub, but I am keen to offer more. I want to offer an evening a week of cheaper food, quiz nights, and more events to get more people in and enjoying the building and the atmosphere. 

"I am so passionate about the pub and about my job, it is about more than just a wage for me, and this is such a great building, it deserves to see some life." 

Another recent review praised the staff, management and "fabulous" food: "What with lock down, pandemics and the like it must be three years since we were last here and it was SO good to return to this wonderfully English pub. We had a good reception, even though we were the last booking for Sunday lunch at the late hour of 5pm.

"Fabulous food, made even better by the invitation to stay for the quiz evening, and we had a great time in a very packed warren of rooms. Coming third by only a few points, the five of us just missed out on the £50 prize, but it didn't matter as we had a super meal and a fun evening. Friendly, helpful staff and how we wished we all lived nearer as this is a super venue and the [newish] management are certainly going out of their way to please their customers."

Join the team at The Fox and Hounds for a range of meal deals and events. Image credit: Fox and Hounds.

On top of embracing top reviews, since his return, Rangel has been making big changes to the venue, including introducing longer opening hours, hosting family events and welcoming new offers to get the tastebuds, and your wallets, tingling. 

Offers include steak night Wednesdays, £3 Atlantic Pale Ale, Tuesday night discounted drinks and their Thursday night meal deal.

Last month, The Fox and Hounds also launched its first ever fish and chip takeaway evening. This Friday, the team will be offering a £6 deal on all fish and chip takeaway orders.

Residents can enjoy:

• Single fish and chips - £11.95
• Two fish and chips promo - £21.95
• Sausage and chips - £7.80
• Extra sausage - £2.50
• Extra chips - £3.00
• Curry sauce - £1.20
• Mushy peas - £1.00

Residents can order fish and chips from Wednesday to Sunday.

Please give the team a ring to preorder on 01664 452129.

Alternatively, find the team on Facebook or on their new-look website. 

Enjoy great food and a range of drinks at The Fox and Hounds in Knossington. Image credit: Nub News.

Opening times are:

Monday – 5pm - 11pm

Tuesday – 5pm - 11pm 

Wednesday 4pm – 11 pm

Thursday 4pm – 11 pm

Friday 12pm – 11 pm

Saturday 12pm – 11pm

Sunday 12pm – 9pm

Cheers to that!

Find the venue at 6 Somerby Road, Knossington, Oakham, LE15 8LY.