The Royal Oak is a traditional country-style pub which has a warm, welcoming country feel.
It has a large bar with a selection of seating including soft sofas and leather chairs, and plenty of dining space. Outside, there is a large, attractive garden at the back and ample parking to the front. An excellent, friendly local, it offers a rotation of quality beers as well as good food. Quiz night is Sunday.
Recently revisited The Oak after it's latest takeover. The food is a huge improvement over what used to be served. Brilliant Sunday lunch (cost around £13 per person). Atmosphere was calm and settled, no drunks clashing around, although it was only half full when we went so a little too quiet. Staff were lovely and helpful. Will go back.
Christmas day, arrived at 12 for first sitting, starter came within half hour, then waited for main course until 2.20 pm, half of the pub was in the same situation, the next sitting of people started arriving at 2.15,for their sitting to start at 2.30 with nowhere to sit, so trying to eat main meal with hoards of people knocking the chairs, we asked at 2.45 for our sweets to be put in takeaway boxes as it was impossible to sit and eat them in such a packed pub. It was absolute chaos, no explanation or apology. As a regular for over 18 months it was a massive disappointment for our family Christmas meal, and it was a shame we didn't get the chance to eat our meal, there was very few staff front of house, not even possible to speak to a member of staff on the day, so disappointed
Lovely, fresh, delicious food. Nice cosy relaxing atmosphere, dogs welcome. Staff very attentive, friendly, approachable. Definitely be back soon
Lovely menu, with great choice. Homemade chips were to die for! Opted for mince and dumplings and it was delicious- huge portions (which are wasted on me) so small plate option would’ve been good. Food was piping hot and fresh. Two lasses working were outstanding - friendly, bubbly and helpful. What a credit to this pub they are. Nothing was a bother for them. Good choice of beers, lagers etc. and drinks brought to the table. Very quiet today but on other occasions it’s been too busy to get in! Car park is very small. Though I’m sure there’s parking of road nearby. Zero wifi or phone signal - I know not everyone wants to be on their phone but was waiting on an email. Would love to return in summer and try a dessert!
Booked for 5 for Sunday lunch. Arrived right at the start of service just after the place had opened. Staff were lovely. Food was distinctly average. Beef came only one way, very well done and tough, lamb was cooked in a similar way. Chicken looked and tasted good. Vegetables were boiled to death and reminded me of school dinners.. Potatoes both mashed and roast were nice as was the Yorkshire Puddings and gravy. Desserts were presented nicely. There is lots of competition for this kind of meal in this area. I would seek it out.
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