Question 1

Can the kitchen handle allergies?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tell us when you book and remind your server on the night. Allergen preparation is done on separate boards, and the chef will come out and talk it through if that helps.

Question 2

Is there much for vegetarians and vegans?

Accepted Answer

Both menus carry vegetarian dishes as standard, and most can be made vegan. We would rather cook you something properly than hand over a plate of sides.

Question 3

Do you cater for children?

Accepted Answer

Always. Highchairs are on hand, and the kitchen is happy to plate a smaller portion of anything on the menu rather than keep a separate children's list.

Question 4

How long is a gift card valid?

Accepted Answer

Three years from the date of purchase. The expiry is printed on the card and repeated in the email.

Question 5

Can a gift card be used against a function or catering bill?

Accepted Answer

Yes — against any bill at the pub, including deposits on functions. Mention it when the invoice is raised so it is applied before payment.

Question 6

Can I order food to take away?

Accepted Answer

Yes, order online and choose a pickup time. The kitchen sets the earliest slot from current prep times, so what you see offered is genuinely achievable.

Question 7

What if I order outside trading hours?

Accepted Answer

Nothing is turned away. An order placed after close is scheduled for the next service and you will see the collection time before you pay.

Question 8

Do you do Sunday roast?

Accepted Answer

Every Sunday from midday until it runs out, which it does. Book if you want to be certain of a plate.

Question 9

Which payment methods do you take?

Accepted Answer

All major cards, and contactless. Card surcharges, where they apply, are shown on the bill before you pay.

Question 10

Do you split bills?

Accepted Answer

Happily, by item or evenly. For very large groups we ask for one payment on the night and settle the split between yourselves.

Question 11

Is a deposit required to book?

Accepted Answer

Not for a standard table. Functions and the cellar vault take a deposit to hold the space, which comes off the final bill.

Question 12

What do you do with my booking details?

Accepted Answer

We use them to run your booking and to contact you about it. We do not sell them. Marketing email only goes out if you have opted in, and every message carries an unsubscribe link.

Question 13

Do I need to book, or can I just turn up?

Accepted Answer

The bar takes walk-ins whenever we are open. For the dining hall, and for any Friday or Saturday night, book ahead — the room fills early once the fire is lit.

Question 14

How far ahead can I book?

Accepted Answer

Standard tables open a fortnight ahead. For a function, a long-table lunch or the cellar vault, talk to us further out and we will hold the date.

Question 15

What happens if I am running late?

Accepted Answer

Call the pub. We hold a table fifteen minutes past the booking, and longer if we know you are on the road — the drive up can be slow in bad weather.

Question 16

Can I bring a large group?

Accepted Answer

Groups up to eight book as a normal table. Beyond that, send a function enquiry and our coordinator will put together a set menu and a space to match.

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