The Trooper
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"Charming village pub serving satisfying contemporary food"
Overview
In picturesque Aldbury village on the edge of Ashridge Forest, The Trooper neatly balances its original timber beams and herringbone brickwork with a smart contemporary look. The up-to-date comfort-oriented cooking is on a mission to impress with dishes that acknowledge current trends as well as offering tried-and-true pub classics.
Ratings & awards
2 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
Our inspector loves...
Lovely location: - Refined country pub at the foot of Ashridge Estate, in the heart of Aldbury village.
Award winning; - 2AA Rosette-worthy modern dishes, that celebrate traditional British culinary roots.
A place for all occasions: - From à la carte dining to casual pub pints and coffee & cake in the Barn Cafe.
About the area
As Hertfordshire is so close to London, many of its towns have become commuter havens. St Albans, less than 19 miles (30km) from the capital, has retained its distinctive character, along with many historic remains
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