BREAKFAST AT THE BEAR |
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| SERVED DAILY 8AM-11AM | |
| The old proverb demands that we should breakfast like kings. We serve up the favourites and always prioritise quality produce – our eggs and bacon are free-range and our sausages are from Jimmy Butler’s farm. Starting the day has never tasted so good. | |
| American Pancakes, Butter & Maple Syrup, Crispy Bacon or Blueberries | 7.00 |
| Coconut Yoghurt, Berry Compote & Granola (VE) | 5.25 |
| Eggs Benedict - English Muffin, Roast Ham, Free-range Poached Eggs & Hollandaise | 8.50 |
| Eggs Florentine - English Muffin, Wilted Spinach, Free-range Poached Eggs & Hollandaise (V) | 8.00 |
| Jimmy Butler’s Bacon Roll | 5.50 |
| Jimmy Butler’s Sausage Roll | 5.50 |
| Vegetarian Full English - Veggie Haggis, Spinach, Mushrooms & Tomatoes, Baked Beans, Free-range Poached Eggs & Toast (V) | 10.50 |
| Full English Breakfast - Jimmy Butler’s Sausage & Bacon, Mushroom, Black Pudding, Beans, Tomatoes, Free-range Poached Eggs & Toast | 11.50 |
| Hot Buttered English Muffin, Tiptree Jam or Marmalade (V) | 3.00 |
| Smashed Avocado, Free-range Poached Eggs, Spring Onion & Chilli on Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.00 |
| If you prefer gluten-free or dairy-free alternatives to our toast and butter, please ask. | |
SOFTS |
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| Fresh Orange Juice | 2.70 |
| Cracker Apple or Cranberry Juice | 2.60 |
| Cawston Press - Sparkling drinks made with fresh juice – Cloudy Apple or Rhubarb | 3.20 |
| Frobishers - Natural fruit juice with nothing artificial - Apple & Mango or Orange & Passionfruit | 3.20 |
| JARR Ginger Kombucha | 4.00 |
HOT DRINKS |
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| Our speciality coffee is Union Hand-roasted’s Compañero blend of beans from small-scale co-operatives in Peru and Honduras. Served with semi-skimmed milk. Swap dairy milk, for soya or oat, for 30p. Decaf tea and coffee also available. | |
| Single Origin Rwandan Filter Coffee | 2.50 |
| Double Espresso, Macchiato | 2.60 |
| Americano | 2.85 |
| Cappuccino, Flat White, Latte | 3.00 |
| Hot Chocolate | 3.10 |
| Luxury Hot Chocolate | 3.20 |
| A Pot of Proper Yorkshire Tea | 2.60 |
| A Pot of Twining Tea | 2.75 |
| Earl Grey, Green Tea, Peppermint, Lemon & Ginger, Camomile & Honey, Spicy Chai | |
| Fresh Mint Tea | 2.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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SPECIALS
Our specials change daily, sourcing the best ingredients to fill our board full of interesting dishes, from exciting healthy plant-based dishes to indulgent blow-out treats. See our sample boards here, and look out for them around the pub to see what’s on offer each day.
| LUNCH AT THE BEAR | |
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| Winter is a wonderful time for hearty and comforting food. Let’s eat, drink and make merry whilst we have the chance. From British game to farmhouse cheeses and native fish – we will always serve the good stuff. | |
APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV, France | 9.00 |
| Kir Royale | 9.50 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| Grand Pink Gin & Tonic | 8.50 |
DELI PLATESGreat for sharing, over a drink while you decide. |
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| Garlic Baguette (V) | 3.75 |
| Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Caesar Sauce (VE) | 5.75 |
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
| Beetroot Falafel, Coconut Yoghurt (VE) | 5.00 |
| Halloumi Fries, Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Dukkah & Flatbread (VE) | 4.50 |
| Iberico Chorizo | 5.50 |
STARTERS |
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| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.00 |
| King Prawn Cocktail, Crab Mayonnaise | 9.50 |
| Today’s Winter Soup - See Blackboard (V) | 6.00 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Tartare Hollandaise, Spinach & Capers | 12.00 |
| Venison, Bacon & Pheasant Terrine, Cranberry Chutney, Toasted Sourdough | 8.25 |
| Maple-roasted Butternut Squash Salad, Puy Lentils, Walnuts & Orange (VE) | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Halloumi 2.50 V, Smoked Tofu 2.50 or Free-range Buttermilk Chicken 3.25 |
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MAINS |
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| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & Fries | 16.50 |
| Sri Lankan Spinach, Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry, Cashews, Coconut Sambal, Basmati Rice & Chapati (VE) | 14.75 |
| Fish & Chips - Haddock Fillet, Crunchy Batter, Chips, Peas & Tartare Sauce | 15.00 |
| Honey-glazed Merrifield Duck Breast, Savoy Cabbage, Smoked Bacon, Puréed Celeriac, Green Peppercorn Jus | 22.50 |
| Today’s Market Fish, Brown Butter, New Potatoes, Rocket | Market Price |
| 14 Hour Braised Beef & Ale Pie, Buttered Mash, Greens, Gravy | 15.00 |
| Pan-fried Salmon, Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 17.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. Dry-aged by Aubrey Allen for incredible flavour. When only a steak will do, make it one of these beauties. All steaks served with Chips & Rocket |
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| Steaks served with Chips & Rocket. Add Béarnaise or Peppercorn Sauce 1.75 | Add Onion Rings 3.95 |
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| 8oz Rump Cap | 19.75 |
| 10oz Rib Eye | 27.50 |
| Steak Diane - Fillet Steak Medallions, Mushroom, Shallot & Cream Sauce | 26.50 |
| Add extra 3oz Fillet Medallion 5.00 | |
| Vegan Burger, Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries (VE) | 14.50 |
| Aubrey’s Steak Burger, Cheddar Cheese, Burger Relish, Gherkin & Fries | 14.50 |
| Add Free-range Bacon or Field Mushroom 2.00 | |
SANDWICHESAdd Chips or Soup 2.50 |
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| Buttermilk Chicken, Baby Gem & Caesar Sauce on Brioche | 10.00 |
| Jimmy Butler’s Roast Pork Roll, Stuffing & Apple Sauce | 9.50 |
| Grilled Cheese on Sourdough, Marmite Onions | 8.00 |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips or Skinny Fries (VE) | 4.00 |
| Buttered Mash (V) | 4.00 |
| Green Salad, Soft Herbs, Toasted Seeds, Chardonnay Vinaigrette (VE) | 4.25 |
| Sticky Garlic Winter Greens (VE) | 4.00 |
| Cauliflower Cheese (V) | 4.50 |
PUDS & CHEESE |
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| Warm Chocolate Fondant, Honeycomb Ice Cream (V) | 8.00 |
| Crème Brûlée, Shortbread (V) | 6.25 |
| Mulled Wine Poached Pear, Blackcurrant Sorbet (V) | 6.25 |
| Apple Tarte Tatin, Vanilla Ice Cream (VE) | 7.00 |
| BanoffeeCheesecake,Rum-soakedRaisins,Bananas&Pecans (V) | 7.50 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (V) | 5.95 |
| (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) | |
| Mini Pud & Tea or Coffee Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake or Smidgen of Cheese with your choice of Tea or Coffee (V) | 5.95 |
| Our cheeses change with the season & are all served ripe & ready with chutney, apple & water biscuits. Choose from: Camembert Gillot | Rutland Red (V) | Beauvale | Blanche (V) | The Strathearn (V) |
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| All five cheeses | 12.00 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.00 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| WINTER AT THE BEAR | |
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| Winter is a wonderful time for hearty and comforting food. Let’s eat, drink and make merry whilst we have the chance. From British game to farmhouse cheeses and native fish – we will always serve the good stuff. | |
APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV, France | 9.00 |
| Kir Royale | 9.50 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| Grand Pink Gin & Tonic | 8.50 |
DELI PLATESGreat for sharing, over a drink while you decide. |
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| Garlic Baguette (V) | 3.75 |
| Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Caesar Sauce | 5.75 |
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
| Beetroot Falafel, Coconut Yoghurt (VE) | 4.75 |
| Halloumi Fries, Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Dukkah & Flatbread (VE) | 4.50 |
| Iberico Chorizo | 5.50 |
STARTERS |
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| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.00 |
| Prawn Cocktail, Crab Mayonnaise | 9.50 |
| Today’s Winter Soup - See Blackboard (V) | 6.00 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Tartare Hollandaise, Spinach & Capers | 12.00 |
| Venison, Bacon & Pheasant Terrine, Cranberry Chutney, Toasted Sourdough | 8.25 |
| Maple-roasted Butternut Squash Salad, Puy Lentils, Walnuts & Orange (VE) | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Halloumi 2.50 V, Smoked Tofu 2.50 or Free-range Buttermilk Chicken 3.25 |
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MAINS |
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| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & Fries | 16.50 |
| Sri Lankan Spinach, Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry, Cashews, Coconut Sambal, Basmati Rice & Chapati (VE) | 14.75 |
| Fish & Chips - Haddock Fillet, Crunchy Batter, Chips, Peas & Tartare Sauce | 15.00 |
| Honey-glazed Merrifield Duck Breast, Savoy Cabbage, Smoked Bacon, Puréed Celeriac, Green Peppercorn Jus | 22.50 |
| Today’s Market Fish, Brown Butter, New Potatoes, Rocket | Market Price |
| 14 Hour Braised Beef & Ale Pie, Buttered Mash, Greens, Gravy | 15.00 |
| Pan-fried Salmon, Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 17.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. Dry-aged by Aubrey Allen for incredible flavour. When only a steak will do, make it one of these beauties. Steaks served with Chips & Rocket |
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| Steaks served with Chips & Rocket. Add Béarnaise or Peppercorn Sauce 1.75 | Add Onion Rings 3.95 |
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| 8oz Rump Cap | 19.75 |
| 10oz Rib Eye | 27.50 |
| Steak Diane - Fillet Steak Medallions, Mushroom, Shallot & Cream Sauce | 26.50 |
| Add extra 3oz Fillet Medallion 5.00 | |
| Vegan Burger, Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries (VE) | 14.50 |
| Aubrey’s Steak Burger, Cheddar Cheese, Burger Relish, Gherkin & Fries | 15.00 |
| Add Free-range Bacon or Field Mushroom 2.00 | |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips or Skinny Fries (VE) | 4.00 |
| Buttered Mash(V) | 4.00 |
| Green Salad, Soft Herbs, Toasted Seeds, Chardonnay Vinaigrette (VE) | 4.25 |
| Sticky Garlic Winter Greens (VE) | 4.00 |
| Cauliflower Cheese (V) | 4.50 |
PUDS & CHEESE |
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| Warm Chocolate Fondant, Honeycomb Ice Cream (V) | 8.00 |
| Crème Brûlée, Shortbread (V) | 6.25 |
| BanoffeeCheesecake,Rum-soakedRaisins,Bananas&Pecans (V) | 7.50 |
| Apple Tarte Tatin, Vanilla Ice Cream (VE) | 7.00 |
| Mulled Wine Poached Pear, Blackcurrant Sorbet (V) | 6.25 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (V) | 5.95 |
| (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) | |
| Mini Pud & Tea or Coffee Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake or Smidgen of Cheese with your choice of Tea or Coffee (V) | 5.95 |
| Our cheeses change with the season & are all served ripe & ready with chutney, apple & water biscuits. Choose from: Camembert Gillot | Rutland Red (V) | Beauvale | Blanche (V) | The Strathearn (V) |
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| All five cheeses | 12.00 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.00 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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Christmas Menu |
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| Served Wednesday 25th November until Christmas Eve Lunch 3 courses 29.50 or 2 courses 24.00 | Dinner 3 courses 31.50 or 2 courses 26.00 Includes donation to The Trussell Trust |
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Starters |
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| Crown Prince Pumpkin Soup, Toasted Seeds & Rustic Wholemeal Croutons (VE) | |
| Venison, Bacon & Pheasant Terrine, Cranberry Chutney, Toast | |
| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Sourdough | |
| King Prawn Cocktail, Crab Mayonnaise | |
Mains |
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| Roast Free-range Turkey, Roots, Savoy Cabbage, Roast Potatoes, Chipolatas & Stuffing | |
| Slow-roasted Cornish Lamb Shoulder, Celeriac Purée, Roasted Roots & Crispy Lamb | |
| Spiced Sweet Potato & Kale Pie, Spinach & Wild Mushrooms (VE) | |
| Pan-fried Salmon, Leeks, Edamame & White Beans Sauce, Gremolata | |
| Steak Diane - Aubrey Allen’s Fillet Steak Medallions, Thick-cut Chips, Creamy Mushroom & Shallot Sauce + 5.00 supplement | |
Puds |
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| Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake, Black Cherry Compote & Crème Fraîche | |
| Christmas Pudding Tart, Brandy Custard | |
| Mulled Wine Poached Pear, Blackcurrant Sorbet (VE) | |
| Beauvale & Rutland Red, Crackers & Chutney | |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
| GLUTEN-FREE MENU | |
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| As our kitchen, and fryers contain gluten, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free-from. | |
APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV, France | 9.00 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| Kir Royale | 9.50 |
| Grand Pink Gin & Tonic | 8.50 |
DELI PLATESGreat for sharing, over a drink while you decide. |
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| Gluten-free Bread & Garlic Butter (V) | 3.75 |
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Dukkah & Gluten-free Toast (VE) | 4.50 |
| Beetroot Falafel, Coconut Yoghurt (VE) | 5.00 |
| Iberico Chorizo | 5.50 |
STARTERS |
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| King Prawn Cocktail, Crab Mayonnaisee | 9.50 |
| Today’s Winter Soup - See Blackboard (V) | 6.00 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Tartare Hollandaise, Spinach & Capers | 12.00 |
| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Gluten-free Toast (V) | 8.00 |
| Venison, Bacon & Pheasant Terrine, Cranberry Chutney, Gluten-free Toast | 8.25 |
| Maple-roasted Butternut Squash Salad, Puy Lentils, Walnut & Orange (VE) | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Halloumi 2.50 V or Smoked Tofu 2.50 | |
MAINS |
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| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & New Potatoes | 16.50 |
| Honey-glazed Merrifield Duck Breast, Savoy Cabbage, Smoked Bacon, Puréed Celeriac, Green Peppercorn Jus | 22.50 |
| Sri Lankan Spinach, Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry, Cashews, Coconut Sambal, Basmati Rice (VE) | 14.75 |
| Today’s Market Fish, Brown Butter, Capers & Shaved Fennel | Market Price |
| Pan-fried Salmon, Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 17.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. Dry-aged by Aubrey Allen for incredible flavour. When only a steak will do, make it one of these beauties. All Steaks are served with Chips & Watercress Salad. |
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| 8oz Rump Cap | 19.75 |
| 10oz Rib Eye | 27.50 |
| Add Béarnaise or Peppercorn Sauce 1.75 | |
SIDES |
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| Buttered Mash (V) | 4.00 |
| Green Salad, Soft Herbs, Toasted Seeds, Chardonnay Vinaigrette (VE) | 4.25 |
| Sticky Garlic Winter Greens (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & CHEESE |
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| Crème Brûlée (V) | 6.25 |
| Mulled Wine Poached Pear, Blackcurrant Sorbet | 6.25 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (V) | 5.95 |
| (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) |
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| Our cheeses change with the season & are all served ripe & ready with chutney, apple & gluten-free bread. Choose from: Camembert Gillot | Rutland Red (V) | Rollright | Golden Cross (V) | Northern Blue (V) | |
| All five cheeses | 12.00 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.00 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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SUNDAY BEST AT THE BEAR |
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| We are serious about Sunday roast in our pubs which is why you’ll find at least three seasonal choices on our menu. Settle in with your family and friends for top-quality beef from Aubrey Allen, Jimmy Butler’s free-range pork or our delicious vegetarian roast with all the glorious trimmings. It’s an age-old favourite for a reason and long may it continue. | |
DELI PLATES |
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| Garlic Baguette (V) | 3.75 |
| Halloumi Fries & Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Dukkah & Flatbread (VE) | 4.50 |
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
STARTERS |
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| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.00 |
| King Prawn Cocktail, Crab Mayonnaise | 9.50 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Tartare Hollandaise, Spinach & Capers | 12.00 |
| Today's Winter Soup - See Blackboard | 6.00 |
| Venison, Bacon & Pheasant Terrine, Cranberry Chutney, Toasted Sourdough | 8.25 |
SUNDAY ROASTS |
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| All served with Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Roasted Roots, Yorkshire Pudding & Jugs of Gravy | |
| Aubrey’s Dry-aged Rump of Beef | 17.00 |
| Jimmy Butler’s Free-range Leg of Pork & Crackling | 16.50 |
| Roast of the Day – See Blackboard | |
| Spiced Sweet Potato & Kale Pie (V) | 14.75 |
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR ROAST |
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| Free-range Pork & Sage Stuffing | 3.50 |
| Cauliflower Cheese (V) | 4.50 |
| Braised Red Cabbage (V) | 4.00 |
MAINS |
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| Sri Lankan Spinach, Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry, Cashews, Coconut Sambal, Basmati Rice & Chapati (VE) | 14.75 |
| Pan-fried Salmon, Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 17.50 |
| Slow-roasted Cornish Lamb Shoulder, Celeriac Purée, Roasted Roots & Crispy Lamb | 18.75 |
| Maple-roasted Butternut Squash Salad, Puy Lentils, Walnut & Orange (VE) | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Halloumi 2.50 V, Smoked Tofu 2.50 or Free-range Buttermilk Chicken 3.25 | |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips or Skinny Fries (V) | 4.00 |
| Buttered Mash (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & CHEESE |
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| Crème Brûlée, Shortbread (V) | 6.25 |
| Warm Chocolate Fondant, Honeycomb Ice Cream(V) | 8.00 |
| Apple Tarte Tatin, Vanilla Ice Cream (V) | 7.00 |
| Mulled Wine Poached Pear, Blackcurrant Sorbet (V) | 6.25 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) (V) | 5.95 |
| Cheese - Our cheeses change with the season, served ripe & ready with Chutney, Apple & Water Biscuits Gillot Camembert | Rutland Red V | The Strathearn V | Blanche V | Beauvale | |
| All five cheeses | 12.00 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.00 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| Mini Pud - Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake or Single Smidgen of Cheese & your choice of Coffee or Tea | 5.95 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes | #colspan# |
| (V) Vegetarian Dishes | #colspan# |
