The King Rufus

Eling Hill, Totton, Lyndhurst SO40 9HE

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Eling Hill, Totton, Lyndhurst SO40 9HE, United Kingdom

23 8086 3980

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Welcome to The King Rufus, an iconic bar and establishment situated in the picturesque town of Eling in Southampton. Located at the top of Eling Hill, the bar has been a popular point of interest for locals and tourists alike since it first opened its doors. The history of this building dates back over 200 years ago when it was originally built as a farmhouse, and later transformed into an alehouse that has been serving the local community ever since.

The King Rufus has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with a traditional interior that is both charming and comfortable. The bar is home to a wide range of beverages, including local and international beers, wines, spirits and cocktails. The drinks menu is carefully curated to offer something for everyone, from classic cocktails like a refreshing Mojito, to a decadent espresso martini.

The food menu at The King Rufus is equally impressive, with a selection of mouth-watering meals made from locally sourced ingredients. We pride ourselves on serving delicious food – from pub classics such as burgers and fish and chips, to healthier options like salads, and gluten-free meals. Our team of skilled chefs has been working hard to create a menu that caters to all dietary requirements and preferences.

The King Rufus is also a popular venue for hosting events, with private spaces available for hire. Our events team are on-hand to help organize everything from birthday parties and wedding receptions, to corporate functions and charity events.

The bar has a rich historical background, and we are passionate about preserving its heritage for future generations. The pub is named after King Rufus, or William II, who was famously killed by an arrow while hunting in the nearby New Forest. The former king is buried in Winchester Cathedral, but his legacy still lives on in the local area, and our bar is a proud reminder of the community's history and traditions.

We look forward to welcoming you to The King Rufus, whether you're looking to unwind after a long day at work, catch up with friends, or enjoy a delicious meal in a fantastic setting. We strive to provide our customers with excellent service, and our friendly team is always on hand to ensure your visit is a memorable one. We hope you'll pay us a visit soon!

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Nina L:

"This is a true gem of a place - a warm, friendly, personalised welcome awaited us when we visited yesterday (Mother's Day). Everything about the King Rufus ticked all my boxes: the care for customers, the delicious toasties and warm brownies, tasty coffee made with care, a full selection of drinks behind the bar, board games to play and beautiful surroundings. The chilled music that played meant that we spent 2 hours relaxing and enjoying our visit. Mike and Cat the owners were so lovely, and as a dog-friendly place, we were able to bring our furry girl with us. She enjoyed a cooked sausage which was no trouble to ask for :) It was one of the loveliest Mother's Day afternoons I've had. Thank you Mike and Cat."

1 year ago

A Brown:

"Lovely friendly welcoming pub. The toasties are delicious."

almost 2 years ago

Jackie Beales-Wright:

"This is the most fantastic gem of a pub only open Fridays and Sundays but the well worth a visit"

almost 2 years ago

Tony Wright:

"Nice to see a village pub open, landlady was very nice to talk to and always busy cleaning if not serving,atmosphere very good and well decorated, I would advise going there and giving them your support, we will be going back to try the ploughman's on a Sunday as I have heard that they are excellent quality .I call in every few weeks and still find it relaxing and have tried the ploughman's which was excellent, still can't praise this place enough, please try it ."

almost 2 years ago

Jeff Graham:

"Nice pub. Good food. Nice atmosphere. Lovely area to walk around. Live music most Saturday nights mostly Jazz but really relaxing and have a dance if the moment takes you :-)"

almost 5 years ago

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