The Paper Mills
Country Pub & Restaurant

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About Us

The Paper Mills, under new ownership since April 2026, takes pride in offering a true country gastropub experience — serving quality dishes made with locally sourced produce and a wide selection of wines, ciders, beers, and locally brewed ales.

Our Pub

At The Paper Mills, we celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients across a range of menus — from a classic pub menu with favourites like burgers and fish and chips, to a more refined restaurant offering featuring dishes such as steak and seafood. We also host special evenings and showcase seasonal dishes on our blackboards, ensuring there’s always something new and something for everyone to enjoy.

Our Menu

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Wansford, we’re open Monday to Saturday from 12pm until late, and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm. Relax with a drink or enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the village’s historic charm. Dogs are always welcome in our lovely garden — the perfect spot to unwind and soak up the local atmosphere.

Visit Us

A brick building with blue window shutters and a sign that reads "The Paper Mills." There are flower planters with pink, purple, and red flowers in front of the building. The front seating area features wooden picnic tables with benches.
The exterior of a restaurant with a brick building and large window. There are colorful flowers in pots and baskets outside, and a blackboard sign with handwritten menu items. A street and parked cars are visible in the background.
A backyard patio with a potted palm tree, two wooden benches, a wooden privacy fence, and a cloudy blue sky.
Conservatory
Fried chicken sandwich with a brioche bun, fries, coleslaw, and a glass of dark beer on a wooden table.
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, large green patio umbrellas, potted plants, and a wooden fence, on a sunny day.
A historic stone bridge with multiple arches over a calm river, surrounded by leafless trees in late autumn or winter.
A restaurant with white tablecloths and dark wood chairs, set with wine glasses, napkins, and small vases, inside a glass-enclosed space with a view of a stone wall and garden outside.
Child coloring on a worksheet titled 'The Paper Mills' with illustrations of animals and objects, surrounded by colored pens and a glass of water.
Chocolate dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a white plate, garnished with chocolate drizzle and cocoa powder, set on a table with a glass of white wine, water, a candle, and a vase of flowers.
Plate with three golden fried balls, a scoop of pink ice cream, and fruit compote.
Outdoor patio with a wooden table, six wooden chairs with blue cushions, a large green patio umbrella, potted plants, and hanging flower baskets on a brick-paved ground, enclosed by a wooden fence.
People riding horses in a parade in front of a crowd, with a building labeled 'The Paper Mills' in the background.
A dessert plate with two round white cookies, a cup of custard topped with a raspberry and a mint leaf, on a white plate with a black napkin, on a wooden table.
Two round wooden tables with small vases holding single flowers, surrounded by wooden chairs in a cozy cafe or restaurant setting with exposed brick wall and white wall with a decorative light fixture.
Interior of a cozy restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables with vases, leather chairs, a mural of a wine cellar, and warm lighting.
A scenic view of a river with boats, surrounded by lush greenery and fields, under a partly cloudy sky.
A plate of food with grilled steak, mixed green salad, roasted tomato, charcoal-grilled mushroom, French fries, and a small bowl of brown sauce on a wooden table, with a glass of water, a floral vase, and a fork and knife beside it.
Interior of a cozy room with a stone fireplace, a wood stove, and a wooden beam. There are brown leather chairs, a small table, a basket, and wall-mounted lamps. The fireplace has a sign that says "CAUTION." The floor is made of large stone tiles.
A table with various dishes including fried fish, grilled sausage, pasta with mushrooms, and fried eel, along with two glasses of lemonade with lemon slices, two small bowls of white sauce, and a bicycle-inspired cocktail with orange slice and cherry
Outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, large green umbrellas, potted plants, and a wooden fence in the background. There are trees and a building with a shingled roof visible beyond the fence.
A cozy wooden bar with Guinness beer tap handles, bottles of alcohol on shelves, bar stools, and a window with brick wall. Warm lighting and a vase with green leaves on the bar counter.
Person holding a bottle of pink rosé wine labeled 'AIX' over an ice bucket.
Fried fish fillet with French fries, green peas, tartar sauce, lemon wedges, a glass of beer, and a candle on a wooden table
Promotional poster for the Paper Mills in Wansford advertising a 'Sharing Platter' for £10 per person, available every Monday during specified times. The platter includes Korean BBQ chicken bites, corn ribs, tempura prawns, onion rings, and skin-on fries. The poster features colorful text and a stylized stand with decorative yellow flowers.

What’s On

Promotion poster advertising £10 'bunbelievable' Wednesdays at The Paper Mills, Wansford, with meal options including beef burger, fried buffalo chicken burger, and butternut squash and chickpea burger, served with skin-on fries and coleslaw, available every Wednesday at specified times, with contact details and location.
Advertisement for a fish and chips restaurant with a large fish illustration, bold text promoting seafood every day for £10, and a list of menu items like beer battered haddock and beef dripping chips, along with contact information and location at The Paper Mills, Wansford, PE8 6JB.

Contact Us

At The Paper Mills, we serve an exceptional range of craft beers, distinctive cocktails, and hearty pub classics made with care. Whether you’re planning a casual visit or looking to host a private event, our friendly team is here to help — just get in touch with us anytime.

Click here to book or call us on 01780782328

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Wansford, we’re open Monday to Saturday from 12pm until late, and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm. Relax with a drink or enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the village’s historic charm. Dogs are always welcome in our lovely garden — the perfect spot to unwind and soak up the local atmosphere.