The Rose & Crown Pub in High Wycombe

Desborough Rd, High Wycombe HP11 2PR

About This Pub

Ah, The Rose & Crown – it's one of those pubs that just feels like a proper local gem in High Wycombe. From what I've gathered from the reviews, it's all about that warm, welcoming energy; the staff are absolute stars, always up for a chat, and the landlady sounds like a real delight. The real ales are spot on, with a great variety that's kept fresh and tasty, and at prices that won't break the bank, it's ideal for a relaxed evening with mates. They've got live music rolling in on the third Sunday each month, plus sports on the screens, which adds to the buzz without overwhelming the space. On the flip side, it's a bit dated in places – some have mentioned it could use a tidy-up to freshen things up – and while the bar snacks hit the spot, there's no full menu if you're after a hearty meal. Overall, it's a solid choice for anyone wanting a genuine pub experience; the high ratings speak for themselves, and I'd say it's worth a visit for the friendly feel alone, just keep in mind it might not be the flashiest spot on the high street.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home as soon as you walk in.
They've got a fantastic selection of real ales, all kept in top-notch condition – perfect for a proper pint lover.
Prices are really reasonable, especially compared to those in London, so it's easy on the wallet for a night out.
The atmosphere is lovely and cosy, with live music on the third Sunday of every month and sports on the telly to catch the big games.
It's conveniently located near the bus station and the Swan Theatre, making it a breeze to pop in after an event.

Cons

The place has seen better days and could do with a bit of a spruce-up – a fresh coat of paint might work wonders.
They don't serve full meals, just bar snacks, so if you're after a proper sit-down dinner, you might need to head elsewhere.

Contact Information

Desborough Rd, High Wycombe HP11 2PR

Pub

Open Now

Opening Hours

Monday (Today)	12:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	12:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	12:00 - 23:00
Thursday	12:00 - 23:00
Friday	12:00 - 23:00
Saturday	12:00 - 23:00
Sunday	12:00 - 23:00

Location

Recent Reviews

Popped in for a pint after a show at the Swan Theatre last week. A smashing little pub, very friendly and a nice few real ales to chose from, all brilliantly kept. Excellent pub! Chatted with the landlady (who is lovely!) and that was Squires Holt you were remembering by the way, an old restaurant on the Hogs Back back in the day! Small world!

Martin Hodgson

Such a great wee pub, friendly staff, lovely atmosphere and the best pint of Guinness! We will be back!

Louise Mc Laughlin

Had a few pints, the prices were lower than a London pub. The place seen better days... Could benefit from a bucket of paint

Marcell Farkas

Best pub in bucks without question. Bar staff are awesome, the owner Kirsten is a diamond, beer always fresh and tasty, plus decent prices.they don't serve food but there array of bar snacks are on point. Big up the 🌹and👑

J O

The Rose & Crown - Good old British summer time – you couldn’t make it up. Imagine it’s the first weekend in August, the crowning day of the new football season. Surely, we will be blessed with some good weather, right? NAH - The rain was absolutely slamming it down. With that barmy weather, we had to hot-step it to the pub, and the pub in question was the Rose and Crown. Thankfully, it was a cracking pub that is serious about cask ale, as evident by all the pump clips of previous beers that have been flowing through their pipes. After two delicious pints, we had to make tracks for Adams Park to make kick-off, but trust me, next time I’m in Wycombe, I will be heading back to the Rose and Crown. P.S Exeter won 3-0

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