Pub Guide 2019

Newbury Weekly News

YOUR GUIDE TO THE BEST PUBS AND RESTAURANTS ACROSS WEST BERKSHIRE

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West Berkshire is blessed with some fantastic pubs and restaurants, all with their own character and variety. We live in a beautiful part of the country, and you get a really good feel for the place when you visit our eateries and inns. The quality of food and drink is high. Look at any feedback forums and you get a sense of how lucky we are to have such great places to eat & drink on our doorstep. Whether you are looking for a lovely lunch in a rural setting, a glass of wine in a beautiful garden or even just a coffee-break in town, Welcome to our Pub & Restaurant Guide 2019!

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE BEST PUBS AND RESTAURANTS ACROSS WEST BERKSHIRE

then this guide has some great recommendations on where to go. And if you have never been to some of the pubs and restaurants in this guide then we urge you to give them a try!

So please pay a visit to your local pub or restaurant. You will not be disappointed.

Index

Arigato – Newbury

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Hare and Hounds – Newbury Lodge, The – Newbury L’ortolan – Shinfield Newbury, The – Newbury

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Blandy’s at Inglewood – Kintbury Bladebone, The – Chapel Row Bull, The – Stanford Dingley Catherine Wheel, The – Newbury Chequers Hotel, The – Newbury Cottage Inn, The – Upper Bucklebury

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Parkway – Newbury

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Pizza Paloma – Bagnor

Regency Park Hotel – Thatcham

Dolphin, The – Newbury

Vineyard, The – Stockcross

Donnington Grove – Newbury Donnington Valley – Newbury

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West Berks Brewery – Yattendon Wheatsheaf, The – Chilton Foliat White Hart, The – Hamstead Marshall

Esseborne Manor – Hurstbourne Tarrant

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Fox & Hounds, The – Donnington

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Facebook review, 22 February 2019 “Best meal I’ve had, I would never go back to Wagamama's”

BEST JAPANESE RESTAURANT NEWBURY’S

Located in the heart of Newbury, Arigato Japanese restaurant and sushi bar is the place to enjoy Japanese culinary excellence.

visit www.arigatodining.co.uk or call 01635 580 015 to book

• RESTAURANT • KARAOKE ROOM • SUSHI & SAKE MASTERCLASSES •

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AWARDS 2018

WINNER

THE BARN RESTAURANT at THE HARE AND HOUNDS NEWBURY

STUNNING OAK FRAMED BARN . LARGE PARTIES WELCOME Log fire, delicious food, unique flavour from “Bertha” our charcoal oven, fine wine, real ales, plus 30 en-suite bedrooms for those looking to stay See website for menu, specials and offers Lunch: 12.00-2.00pm, Dinner: 5.00pm - 9.00pm 7 days a week Sunday Lunch 12 - 5pm We look forward to looking after you

BATH ROAD, SPEEN, NEWBURY RG14 1QY T: 01635 521152 www.hareandhoundshotel.net

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Exciting dishes inspired by changing seasons, prepared with local ingredients at their very best. Call to reserve your table on 01635 551199

Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa Old Oxford Road | Newbury | Berkshire | RG14 3AG www.donningtonvalley.co.uk

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Great Pub With Rooms Top quality ales from our own micro-brewery and a fabulous selection of wines and lagers. The very best in rustic foods and nine enchanting bedrooms. Super garden in Berkshire’s fine countryside. Come experience our incredible team and great service.

The White Hart Inn Hamstead Marshall, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 0HW Tel: 01488 65 75 45 www.saviourwhitehart.co.uk info@saviourwhitehart.co.uk

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BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON OUR AFTERNOON TEAS!

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THE CATHERINE WHEEL N E W B U RY BEERS CIDERS GINS PIES

17 award winning pies to choose from including vegan and gluten free

LUNCHTIME SPECIAL Available 12pm – 3pm Mon – Sat Choose any pie plus one side for £6.95 Add a Tchibo Coffee or TeaPig Tea for just £1.00

Any pie plus unlimited traditional roast trimmings from our buffet £10.95 SUNDAY PIE ROAST

Over 200 Premium Gins from our Courtyard Bar

• 6 ever changing cask ales • 10 keg beers and ciders • 200+ bottled / canned craft and continental beers • 20+ boxed ‘real’ cider • 30+ bottled ciders 35 Cheap Street, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 5DB 01635 569897 info@thecatherinewheel.com

West Berkshire

PUB OF THE YEAR 2018

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NOW OPEN FROM 10.30AM!!! Perfect for Morning Coffee & Meetings

AVAILABLE FOR FULL PRIVATE HIRE Weddings Parties Celebrations Wakes

5 garden view rooms

Special events throughout the year Check our our website for further information

The Bladebone Chapel Row, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 6PD Tel: 01189 714000 www.thebladebone.com

The Bull Stanford Dingley, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 6LS Tel: 01189 744582 www.thebullinnpub.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram to keep up to date with events & Special Offers

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The Vineyard | Stockcross | Newbury | Berkshire | RG20 8JU

We guarantee a very special gastronomic experience.

Locally sourced produce, seasonal menus and talented chefs create the perfect recipe for 5 star dining.

www.the-vineyard.co.uk Please call us on 01635 528770

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The Cottage Inn Upper Bucklebury

Gary, Carly, Gav, Callum & Nikita would like to welcome you toThe Cottage Inn. Located in the tranquil village of Upper Bucklebury in Berkshire, the Cottage Inn is a warm, friendly bar/ restaurant with a great atmosphere, serving great ales and good home cooked food. With outside patio areas, an animal enclosure and a paddock with lots of room for the kids to run around and play,The Cottage Inn is the ideal place to while away an afternoon or evening with family or friends.We also have Sky Sports and BT Sport for your enjoyment throughout the year.

www.thecottageinnupperbucklebury.co.uk 26 Broad Lane, Upper Bucklebury, Reading, Berkshire RG7 6QJ Tel: 01635 864 544

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VOTED UK’S MOST SUSTAINABLE PUB

WE’VE DONE THE HARD WORK SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO. ENJOY YOUR LOCAL PUB, WHILST SAVING THE PLANET. We have been voted by the Sustainable Restaurant Assocaition, DQG DUH SURXG WR EH RUJDQLF FHUWLÀHG E\ WKH Soil Association. We would like to thank our amazing team, suppliers and customers... and look forward to meeting new ones!

T: 01488 680936 E: hello@thewheatsheafchiltonfoliat.co.uk

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Oxford Street Kitchen & Bar at The Chequers Hotel

Come and experience modern & contemporary dining. Oxford Street Kitchen & Bar, located in central Newbury at The Chequers Hotel. With a brand new menu, tasty cocktails, come and see it for yourself! Happy Hour! (2 Hours!!) Monday to Friday! 5 til 7. Come to OSK on Happy Hour and you can buy… DISCOUNTED drinks & food: 30% off Draught • 30% off House Spirits & Mixer 30% off House Wine GLASS & BOTTLE 30% off PROSECCO • 30% off ANYTIME MENU

Keep an eye open for details of further offers & events:

@OSKandB_newbury

@TheChequersHotel

@OSKandB_newbury

The Chequers Hotel, 6-8 Oxford Street, Newbury RG14 1JB Tel: 01635 38000 Email: OSK@chequershotelnewbury.co.uk

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Steak Night

Tuesday- Thursday evenings 2x

Sirloin steaks and a bottle of house wine. All for £39.95 2x Rump steaks and a bottle of house wine. All for £29.95 Food served 12-9

Tuesday - Saturday

The Fox & Hounds, Old Oxford Road, Donnington, Newbury, RG14 3AP Just past the Donnington Valley Hotel t: 01635 40540 www.foxandhoundsnewbury.co.uk email: info@foxandhounds.co.uk

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Relax in the luxurious, unique timeless setting of L’Ortolan - Reading’s only Michelin star restaurant. Head Chef Tom Clarke and his talented team offer a selection of menus reflecting his modern take on a classic French cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Menus starting from £39 per person

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DELICIOUS FOOD, BEAUTIFUL DÉCOR

Blandy’s at Inglewood is full of character and offers fresh seasonal dishes which are sourced locally. You can find an eclectic mix of modern and classical dishes to suit everyone’s taste. Set within a beautiful, historic building Blandy’s is the perfect setting for an enjoyable meal or casual drink in the bistro. Offering Afternoon Tea, Sunday lunch as well as à la carte lunches and dinners

Bookings available.

01488 208 145 blandysbistro.co.uk

Audley Inglewood, Templeton Road Kintbury, Hungerford, Berkshire RG17 9AA

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With a wide selection of activities available for all occasions, our friendly and welcoming team are available to assist with all of your booking needs Get in touch today to find out all about our fantastic offers and deals! Sunday Lunches | A La Carte Evening Menu | Afternoon Tea | Relaxing Hotel Bar & Lounge | 8 Modern, Comfortable Function & Meeting Rooms Spa & Leisure Facilities | 17m Pool | Sauna | Jacuzzi | Steam Room | Fully Equipped Gym | 4 Newly Refurbished Spa Treatment Rooms | Nail Salon Bring this Voucher and receive 10% off your food bill! Use as many times as you like! Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Not in conjunction with any other offers

Bowling Green Road | Thatcham | Berkshire | RG18 3RP 01635 871 555 | info@regencyparkhotel.co.uk

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www.dolphinnewbury.com 113 Bartholomew Street | 01635 930 334

Sourdough pizza & good times Every Sunday from noon in the garden of the Blackbird, Bagnor RG20 8AQ

@pizzapaloma @pizza_paloma

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DRINK , EAT , SLEEP, REPEAT

The Lodge is Newbury Racecourse’s hotel, which is home to 36 individually styled rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. Whether you are looking for a casual bite to eat with friends or work colleagues or having a relaxing stay with business, The Lodge has a selection of delicious dishes and a variety of drinks to enjoy in a unique setting.

AL SO AVA I L ABLE FOR PRI VATE OR CORPORATE EVENTS

OP EN I NG HOURS Breakfast served 7am - 9am weekdays and 8am - 10am weekends Main menu served 12pm - 9.45pm

THE LODGENEWBURY. CO. UK FOR MOR E I NFORMAT I ON 0 1 6 3 5 3 9 6 7 3 | I NFO@THE LODGENEWBURY. CO. UK

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Discover Parkway Shopping Centre, Newbury

Enjoy over 40 stores, restaurants & cafes, complete with a 550 space car park at the heart of the town centre.

www.shopatparkway.com

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