BOOK A TABLE AT THE OLD FORT
a multi-award winning seaside Pub & Restaurant
PLEASE NOTE: whilst we do our best to honour specific area & table requests, unfortunately we cannot guarantee any particular area or specific tables and reserve the right to move customers to another area or table for operational purposes. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding with this.
AWARD WINNING DINING
with breathtaking views
The Old Fort is a multi-award winning seaside pub & restaurant located in Seaview, a pretty Edwardian sailing village on the north eastern side of the Isle of Wight. Located right on the water’s edge on the Esplanade, The Old Fort offers uninterrupted sweeping panoramic views of the Solent and beyond – a perfect place to sit and watch the world go by.
Under new ownership since July 2020, The Old Fort has had an extensive and much needed re-model inside with an improved bar and restaurant layout downstairs, the new and improved use of ‘The Hatch’ for self-service outside, an all new open-plan bar & restaurant space upstairs with 55 seats, as well as altering our kitchen and cellar spaces to better suit the ‘new normal’ and to cope with the increase in capacity and demand.
Please note: children and well behaved dogs are welcome downstairs but we do ask that you leave your furry friends at home if dining with us in the upstairs restaurant and bar. Our outside tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
"BEST PUB ON THE ISLAND"
Serving fresh, locally sourced, seasonal produce
The island has so much to offer along its shores, coastal waters and woodlands. With an abundance of foraging, fishing and farming, the Isle of Wight is renowned for some of Britain’s best produce. With this in mind, we have appointed a new Executive Chef who together with his talented team aim to offer a mix of delicious pub classics and mouth watering daily specials, using fresh, local, seasonal produce wherever possible.
During the winter months you can expect delicious Sunday roasts and winter classics. We’re talking Roast Sirloin of Beef with Yorkshire puds, Slow-Cooked Pork Belly with Apple Sauce, Chicken Supreme or Walnut and Parsnip Nut Roast each served with with all the trimmings.
Upcoming Events
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Quiz Nights
Booking essentialHosted by our fantastic Quiz Master Pete, join us for dinner on the 1st Wednesday every month to battle it out against other teams of 2-6 people. Entry £3 cash per person payable on the night with all proceeds going direct to the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
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Live Music
Join us from 8pm every Friday night where we continue to have the very talented and brilliant Ben Barnes playing fantastic Live Music in the downstairs Bar area. So come on down and enjoy a drink or two with his awesome playlist which is guaranteed to always get the party started!
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Tasting Evenings & Events
After the success of our first ever Tasting Evening, this winter our Head Chef, Scott and his team will be hosting exclusive Tasting Evenings to showcase the very best the island has to offer - it is sure to be a sell out so please keep an eye on social media for updates on this and other events.
Remember...every nights a fortnight!
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DRINK WITH US
Signature CocktailsDrink in the spectacular views in one of the most beautiful pubs on the Isle of Wight. With a wide range of beers, wines and spirits on offer, whatever your poison might be, we are confident that we will have something you’ll love. That's because we are a freehouse, have no constraints and are able to offer a selection of drinks & real ales, chosen by us and our regulars from local breweries. These are changed and added to according to demand and season, meaning we’ll always have something you love in-house. We are Beer Marque accredited offering "The Perfect Pint" with a broad selection of ales, lagers, pale ales, stout and cider available on draught, as well as an extensive wine cellar and our Signature Cocktails, there’s bound to be a drink to whet your appetite.
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DINE WITH US
Browse MenusEnjoy delicious home-cooked meals set right on the waters edge with uninterrupted, sweeping, panoramic views of the Solent & beyond. Having won Silver at the 2023 Isle of Wight Awards for "Best Pub" - we pride ourselves on being one of the best pubs on the Isle of Wight, offering delicious cuisine to suit everybody’s dietary needs. Our Executive & Head Chef and their team work closely with local suppliers and strive to produce high-quality meals for each of our guests, from our varied specials & seasonal menu. Our pastry-chef is always rustling up new taste explosions on our specials desert board and we offer a good kids menu & serve sandwiches and toasted ciabattas during lunch service. Please note, due to food being cooked to order, there may be a short wait during busy periods.
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Got a quick question?
TRY OUR FAQ's
Do you have any upcoming events?
Absolutely! We have an array of fun things happening which you can find below:
- Live Music every Friday night from 8pm downstairs
- Delicious Roasts served every Sunday 12-5pm
- Quiz Night 1st Wednesday every month
- Happy Hour everyday 4-5pm with £4 drinks!
- Tasting Evenings & Events details coming soon
To book in or enquire about any of the above, please call or email us
Do you have a Happy Hour?
Yes - everyday 1600-1700hrs come on down and soak up the view with your favourite tipple. Whether it’s a cool, refreshing £4 Pint from our fantastic range of draught beers, any medium house wine for £4, a £5 House Double Café Del Mar spirit with mixer or a selection of our Signature Cocktails for only £6 - go on grab yourself 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑼𝒍𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒖𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒕 𝑫𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒌!
Do you have Live Music?
We sure do! We have the fantastic Ben Barnes Playing every Friday night from 2000hrs in the downstairs bar area (subject to change).
What are your opening times?
During the winter months we are closed Mondays & Tuesdays and open as follows:
- MON & TUE: CLOSED (exc School Holidays & Bank Holidays)
- WED & THU: 1100-2200hrs
- FRI & SAT: 1100-0000hrs
- SUNDAY: 1100-1900hrs
Kitchen hours: Lunch service is 1200-1500hrs and dinner service is 1700-2100hrs, except Sundays where we serve our delicious Sunday Lunch alongside our Winter Menu all-day from 1200-1700hrs.
What menus are available?
You can view our menus here. Our Winter Menu is available 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.
On Sundays we offer our Sunday Lunch menu alongside our Winter Menu from 1200-1900hrs (with last orders at 1700hrs).
We offer a good range of children's, vegetarian and vegan food at all times.
Please note, all our menus are subject to availability and change and due to food being cooked to order, there may be a short wait during busy periods.
Do you have a dress code?
No - we do not have a set dress code. We offer casual seaside dining in an informal, relaxed atmosphere so please wear whatever you feel comfortable in, but if coming straight from the boat or beach we ask that you wear a t-shirt and that you wear footwear for your own safety.
Do you allow children?
Yes, children are always welcome in any area at anytime and we have a good sized children's menu available from 1200-1500hrs and from 1700-2100hrs. To book a limited space "Bug Supper" from 5pm, please call to speak with one of the team. Limited amount of high chairs available on request - please specify when booking if one will be required.
Do you allow dogs?
Well-behaved dogs are always welcome downstairs, outside on our beach front patio or terrace but we do ask that you leave your furry friends at home if dining with us in the upstairs restaurant and bar space. This is so we can accommodate those with allergies etc - and we thank you for your understanding with this.
We have a doggy station with water bowls, treats and even cozy blankets - these are available to use but please don't abuse this and kindly return anything you borow.
We reserve the right to ask owners and their dogs to settle up and leave if they cause a nuisance or upset other customers, so please keep your dogs on a lead at all times.
Do you sell vouchers?
Yes! You can purchase custom vouchers to gift or redeem on food & drink at The Old Fort, Seaview - valid for 12 months from date of purchase and issued via email. Please click here
MULTI-AWARD WINNING SEASIDE PUB & RESTAURANT
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Best Pub - Silver Award
2023
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The Perfect Pint
2023
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Travellers Choice Award
2021 - 2023
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Best Destination Pub
2021
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Best Atmosphere
2021 - 2023
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Best Burgers
2022
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Nominated Best Pub & Restaurant
2022 & 2023
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Highest Hygiene Level Award
2021 & 2022
