4 Main Street, Redmile, Notts. NG13 0GA. Tel. 01949 842281
The Windmill is situated in the village of Redmile, a short distance from historic Belvoir Castle. The old country inn looks a treat lit up as you approach on a winter’s night and in more clement months you will find customers relaxing at outside tables, sipping expertly made Pimms and G & Ts while studying the weekly changing menu.
It was a cold, rainy night in November when we first visited and we relished the comfy leather sofas, plump cushions, low beamed ceilings and crackling open fire of the lounge-bar. Now we try to pop by whenever we can. The bar itself is well-stocked offering, amongst others, Peroni, Aspell cider, draught Adnams and Spitfire (recommended), local Belvoir cordials and an excellent wine list. The Windmill boasts two comfortable dining rooms, a wood burning stove, exposed brick walls and beams. These are relaxing, unfussy, unpretentious, and the atmosphere is convivial.
The food is fabulous and there are plenty of exceptional offers on the set menus both at lunch and dinner (and I firmly believe the Sunday lunches are the best in locality). Fresh seasonal produce comes from the surrounding countryside to make a memorable fine dining experience that is also great value for money. We began with Pan Fried Belvoir Pheasant with Sage Risotto and Poached Farm Egg, perfectly balancing flavours and textures with the sympathetically cooked, locally sourced bird, and Pan Fried Mediterranean Prawns from the grill menu, sweet and succulent, cooked simply with garlic butter to showcase the flavour. We followed with a Seasonal Game Pie (again, with produce from the Belvoir Estate), deeply rich and meaty, and an 8oz Homemade Burger made with fresh herbs and served with perfect chips. Try to leave room for tempting deserts such as Belgian Waffle with Vanilla Ice cream and Toffee Sauce.
The Windmill’s reputation is justified - there is a great buzz about the place. Proprietors David and Kirsten, with the help of their professional and friendly team, have made this one of the most charming venues in the area.
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