Caunton Beck - Newark and Sherwood

Not sure what’s going on with this place, been shut for nearly a year, no communication from the owners or updates about an opening date. Very sad.

Well, we wanted to go. We sent an email request and, having had no response, we rang and left a voicemail asking for confirmation. As we didn’t hear a peep we went elsewhere The Kings Head at Tealby actually (which was lovely). As a previous reviewer has said, The Beck used to be lovely. Don’t know what’s happened but this total lack of customer service means we definitely won’t be going again. Disappointing and, some would say, downright rude.

We came for Sunday lunch. Between us we had the lamb, the pork, and the beef. All of the meats were delicious. The vegetables were very tasty (but not traditional/seasonal veg). It could have been improved with more seasonal veg. I’m not a fan of sugar snap peas in my Sunday roast. The veg was undercooked for our liking, but it had flavour. The pub lacked atmosphere. Perhaps the fire could have been lit? The service was excellent and very friendly. The beers were well kept and there was a good choice. It isn’t a carvery anymore (shame about that). A good pub, but with some room for improvement.

The smallest choice I have ever encountered . This used to be good Now it’s a disaster such a disappointment.

I’ve just realised I’ve been visiting The Beck for over 20 years now for both drinks and meals with friends and family and I’ve never written a review! The Beck for me is home from home and I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve visited. They say a business is only as good as it’s staff, and maybe this is why The Beck has lasted so long with a reputation for a relaxed atmosphere good food and good service. The staff here are friendly, caring and professional, I’ve never been anywhere where I felt so at home as The Beck. Edward, Julie, Theresa, Kieran and not forgetting Trish in the kitchen make the place what it is! In 20 years I’ve never had a bad meal here, the food is excellent, and today did not disappoint. I was treating my parents and wife to a belated Mother’s Day and Dad’s birthday meal out, I had the lamb roast which was sublime and my dad had the blade of beef which in his words was “melt in your mouth” good! My Wife had a chilli and my Mum had the flat bread, which were also very nice and portions are plentiful. My daughter has Dairy and Soya allergies and wanted sausages and mash however the mash had butter in it so they made it with chips instead, she also cleared her plate! If you want to go somewhere with a nice warm friendly atmosphere and excellent food at very reasonable prices then The Beck is definitely worth a visit.