Restaurants near Friends of the Hurtwood

Great location for a Sunday lunch with friends - even in winter. We had a table for 6 late on Sunday afternoon to celebrate my birthday with friends. There is adequate car parking available behind the pub across a narrow bridge . Lighting could be better at night but otherwise fine. Staff were welcoming and friendly . Dining areas were warm and background noise was negligible allowing easy relaxed conversation in a cosy atmosphere. Sunday menu was extensive although one or two items had run out. Small gripes include the lack of gluten free Yorkshire Puds ( easy to store in a freezer) , the absence of crackling with roast pork and lack of Rioja by the glass . Desserts however were delicious and the roast main courses were good as expected. £36 per head average incl drinks was decent but not exceptional value. Overall however very good , will certainly return.

The food was outstanding, and a noticeable improvement since opening. There were 8 of including 2 children and the service was brilliant, food was prompt. Whole experience was 10/10. Look forward to visiting again soon.

Very nice food in a lovely pub. Soup could have been a little warmer however

We met members of our family here, because it’s halfway between our houses. Great food, excellent service, nice ambience. An all round great place to eat, highly recommended. It’s just a shame it’s not closer to where we live, because we’d go there more often.

We enjoyed a very good lunch thank you. My haddock risotto special was excellent, my daughter in law was very happy with the duck and the two children enjoyed their fish and chips. The children's portions were quite small so we ordered extra fries! Very good and attentive service.