The Refectory

Head down Old Portsmouth Road towards Milford and you'll find yourself in one of those rare pubs that feels genuinely rooted in the community. The Refectory isn't trying to be anything other than what it is — a place where you can sink a pint, eat something decent, and not feel like you're performing for Instagram. The crowd skews local and regular, which says everything. With over 1,700 reviews and a solid 4.5-star rating, it's clearly doing something right, and it's the kind of place that rewards repeat visits rather than chasing trends.