Poppy Field Farm

You'd expect another soulless chain experience pulling up to this Farmhouse Inn on the edge of Wootton, but Poppy Field Farm actually delivers where it counts. The menu sticks to crowd-pleasing classics – think proper fish and chips, hearty pies, and Sunday roasts that don't completely disappoint – while the interior manages that tricky balance of family-friendly without being completely overrun by screaming kids. The real win here is consistency. You know exactly what you're getting, the staff are genuinely friendly rather than corporate-scripted, and the prices won't leave you questioning your life choices. It's the sort of place that works equally well for a quick lunch with your mum or Friday night drinks when you can't face the town centre crowds.