About This Pub
You know, when you pop into the Marchmont Arms, it's got that proper cosy country pub feel that's just lovely, tucked away in the Hertfordshire countryside. The food is a real winner – think fresh, hearty dishes that leave you satisfied, and it's all served in these stylish surroundings that mix traditional charm with a bit of modern flair. The team there are spot on too, always ready with a smile and quick to sort you out, which makes it ideal for everything from a relaxed drink to celebrating with mates at a wedding or hen do. On the downside, it's not perfect; I've heard a few folks mention waiting around for service when it's not even that busy, and if you're after a peaceful evening, the bar chatter can sometimes get in the way. Still, overall, it's a cracking spot for a good time out, and I'd say it's worth a visit if you're in the area – just keep those little niggles in mind for a smoother go of it.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The food is absolutely delicious, with standout dishes like the duck salad and Sunday roasts that really hit the spot.
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The staff are incredibly attentive and friendly, going above and beyond to make your visit memorable, especially for special events.
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It's got a charming country pub vibe in a beautifully converted stately home, complete with a lovely garden perfect for soaking up the sun with a drink.
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A great spot for gatherings, whether it's a romantic evening, a hen night, or a private dining event – the atmosphere really adds to the occasion.
Cons
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Service can be a bit slow on occasion, like when it takes ages to get drinks or starters, even if the place isn't packed.
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There might be some noise from the bar that spills over, which could disrupt things if you're trying to have a quiet chat or speeches during an event.
Contact Information
Piccotts End Rd, Piccotts End, Hemel Hempstead HP1 3AT
+441442254320
Pub
Opens at 11:00
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday (Today) | 11:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
Recent Reviews
Lovely restaurant, attentive staff and superb food. The duck salad with crispy noodles was delicious, as were the other dishes ordered. Kids loved their food also. I wasn’t left waiting to order a drink or pay the bill, which is a personal gripe of mine when dining out. I’ve been here a few times in the past, I will be booking again soon. Would have been nice to have a few more options as a starter for kids. My youngest had to order off the adults menu. He wasn’t complaining, I was, as it cost more. Highly recommend.
We came for a wedding and it was superb. The service from Andrea and her team was amazing and nothing was too much trouble. They were accommodating and had set them room up brilliantly. The team were nice and smiley and all of them were great at service.
The food was delicious. It was filling with great portion sizes and everything came out hot and fresh.
I would throughly recommend for a big function or for a meal with family or friends.
Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful day for my brother and sister in law.
Come here this evening for a mini Hen night, the manager Cameron and waiter Charlie went above and beyond. The service was amazing and the food was just pure perfection. We was very well looked after and will 100% be coming back!! Thank you so much for a fantastic evening!
We had a table booked for my niece's post Civil Wedding lunch. The Service was incrediblely slow.
The restaurant was barely half full but they still struggled
They sat us down for over 40mins after taking orders before we could even get drinks.
No water on the table you have to wait for ages just to ask for salt & pepper... Staff's response was barely an apology more like "yeah we bringing "
Food wasn't not bad, under seasoned ... hence the dire need for the the Salt n Pepper
They forgot my order, it came after most ofvthe table were done. But to be fair they graciously commp'ed it.
In summary - much room for improvement
Hosted a fabulous private dining event, looking after us was a fantastic team. Lewis, Becky, Jack and Freya. The evening worked like clockwork with our timings, hats off to the chef for getting all the food out and what delicious food it was.
Only small negative is if doing speeches the noise from the bar does have an impact so do bring a little PA system.
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