Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2112 reviews

What Helen Q doesn't like about The Royal Oak:
Sunday lunch with large group. We pre-ordered our meal. The greenery on my starter was not only brown round the edges, some was black and slimy. My friend did not enjoy her main meal at all and we all found the vegetables inedible. They were beyond al dente, hardly cooked at all. The service was slow. View all feedback. What User likes about The Royal Oak:
great food we had to snuggle and fish chips and were easy to find. many parking places, beautiful meadow to look, and a garden with play equipment and tables for the summer. comfortable place for short walks in the blean afterwards! View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 322 reviews
Jane
07.11.2023 - 06:49

What a great place the food is outstanding the Sunday roast are to die for nothing like good home cooked food the staff are lovely nothing is no trouble the go...

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Sheila
07.11.2023 - 06:49

Awful attitude from the staff. They really could NOT be bothered to serve us. Had to ask for everything from the menu, to the dessert menu, to the bill etc and...

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tilly70
07.11.2023 - 06:49

Stop on our way though to have some lunch, walked in and felt like no one could be bothered to help us We had a dog so went into the garden no menu was offered...

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Flyer39319676629
07.11.2023 - 06:49

Walked in and it was like walking into a front room, felt like we was intruding. Crème brûlée that was frozen with charred sugar on top.

juliemH679GW
07.11.2023 - 06:49

Love this family run pub. A warm welcome, great food, wines and beers. Stylish dining room and amazing garden. Went for the Sunday roast with family today and h...

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The Royal Oak is a charming pub offering fantastic food, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere. Customers rave about the generous portions and reasonable prices. Special deals are available for children, making it a great option for families. Reviews consistently rate the food, service, and atmosphere at a perfect 5 out of 5. With ample parking and a welcoming staff, the Royal Oak is a top choice for a delicious and enjoyable dining experience. Whether stopping in for a quick lunch or planning a special Christmas meal, this pub is sure to impress. Price per person ranges from £10 to £20.

Google
4.6 ★ from 279 reviews
Eric
14.12.2023 - 15:56

When you travel 100 miles for your family pre Christmas weekend getaway and you walk into the pub which is festooned with Christmas decorations, has 4 ales, inc...

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Liz
14.12.2023 - 15:56

We had a fantastic Sunday lunch at this restaurant today. There were 2 vegetarians, 2 adults, and 1 child in our party, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meals....

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Lara
14.12.2023 - 15:56

This restaurant offers fantastic food, excellent service, reasonable prices, and special deals for children. The cost per person ranges from £10 to £20. The foo...

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Christine
14.12.2023 - 15:56

Well run pub, with great food and staff. Loved the Christmas decorations. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Gary
14.12.2023 - 15:56

We went for a Sunday roast and was very pleased with it. Plenty of vegetables to share between the 3 of us. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Will definitel...

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Top-rated
4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
katherine
01.11.2023 - 13:03

Lovely pub with excellent food. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Nice selection of meals, portions were very generous. They have some great offers an...

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Sonia
01.11.2023 - 13:03

Clean, spacious, tasty meals and home cooked food. Friendly staff, games area separate from bar area. Airy restaurant space and garden seating available

Simon
01.11.2023 - 13:03

Good selection of ales, staff were friendly. Didn't eat so can't comment on the food. But it was quiet.

Derek
01.11.2023 - 13:03

Took a walk along the old railway line ending here for Sunday lunch. Nicely decorated and clean. Had starter, roast and homemade pud. Tasty and plenty of it. A...

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Linda
01.11.2023 - 13:03

Absolutely wonderful Christmas Dinner, Served by friendly staff, the meal was piping hot, with plenty of meat, vegetables and sides. Accompanied by a glass of d...

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Menu
4.6 ★ from 7 reviews

Great food we had to snuggle and fish chips and were easy to find. many parking places, beautiful meadow to look, and a garden with play equipment and tables fo...

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The food was nice, had homemade steak, red wine and mushroom cake. very friendly and attentive staff.

Fantastic welcome, service, eating and cleanliness in all areas. pleasant surprise for our first but not last visit. many thanks to x

I had lunch today. it was delicious, delicious and a very generous part of everything. the staff was helpful and very pleasant. my only grip was the music. alth...

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The food was brilliant, best fish and chips I've had in a long time. The service was really friendly and helpful. My wife's sausage and mash was second to none....

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Facebook
5.0 ★ from 59 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 583 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
2.6 ★ from 291 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.7 ★ from 550 reviews

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