Deep in the Test valley lies Longstock, a quaint little village of red brick farmhouses, thatched cottages, and the Peat Spade. Blissfully secluded in rural Hampshire, this charming little fishing pub is only a hop, skip and roll cast from the banks of the famous river Test, complete with tasteful rooms, locally brewed ales and good honest pub food.
You’re all but 100 metres from the languid clear waters of the famous river Test so it is no surprise that the Peat Spade attracts fly fishing guests from all over the world. A quick walk from your front door takes you down to the water’s edge where you can watch large trout weaving between the weeds and bright sparkling gravels. There are many famous beats within a stone’s throw of Longstock, and two well equipped fishing tackle shops in Stockbridge rammed to the hilt with all the chalk stream essentials, so the Peat Spade is the perfect place to stay whether you are just pootling around for the day, fishing for a weekend, or need a basecamp for a weeklong trip. The pub will even cook your catch! Now that deserves 5 stars.                 Â
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