PUNTERS are being challenged to reach for the pies - as a popular pub hosts a challenge fit for a champion during National Pie Week.

The Hunters Inn, in Winchester Hill, Romsey will be welcoming customers with a special pie-focused menu - and three-pie challenge - until Sunday, March 10. 

Directors Chris and Nicola Schutrups said: “At The Hunters Inn, we’re throwing a party for National Pie Week with pies that ooze homemade goodness! Get ready for a pie feast fit for champions!

Hampshire Chronicle: The Hunters InnThe Hunters Inn (Image: The Hunters Inn)

“We’ve cooked up an incredible menu of savoury and sweet pies, along with mouthwatering potato and gravy options to satisfy every craving.

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“Every year, we welcome a swarm of pie lovers to indulge in our National Pie Week celebrations. Make sure you reserve your spot to avoid missing out on the flavourful festivities.”

The Hunters Inn has been at the heart of the community for hundreds of years and was known by its previous name The Old Rising Sun back in the 1800s.

Chris and Nicola took over the Hunters Inn in 2022, along with operations director Rich Sims, and reopened it following a £100k refurbishment. 

They have since been nominated for several awards as well as receiving excellent reviews on TripAdvisor. The pub is currently rated as fourth best out of 52 restaurants in Romsey with 636 reviews giving it an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.

During pie week, Hunters Inn punters will be able to make their own pie combo for £16.95, upgrade to two pies for £21.95 or undertake the “ultimate pie challenge” having three pies for £26.95.

More information about National Pie Week at the Hunters Inn can be found on its website.