The Black Swan Ockham

4.0

3195 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Dog-friendly

The Black Swan Ockham nestled in the idyllic Surrey countryside is the local culinary hotspot, offering an inventive British menu using some of the best in fresh local & seasonal produce.

A delightfully eclectic eatery the pub & restaurant presents a stunning international wine list, a great selection of real ales and a cosmopolitan décor with open fires and plenty of comfy seating. During the summer months enjoy one of Surrey"s finest Al fresco dining experiences in our beautiful gardens.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
01932 862364
Website
http://www.blackswanockham.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Graeme Terrell

Location
Old Lane, Ockham, Surrey KT11 1NG
Neighborhood
Cobham
Parking details
Large car park with over 100 spaces, plus our overflow car park of up to 20 cars
Public transit
There is no direct public transport to the pub. The nearest train station is Effingham Junction just under 1 mile away with taxi"s available from the station.
Entertainment
OUTDOOR CINEMA 10/09/17 outdoor cinema event on the 10th of September. we are showing Top Gun on the big screen for £19.95 for adults £10 for kids. This includes a BBQ, popcorn, sweets and a soft drink!! still a few tickets left. Just ask the team BONFIRE NIGHT 06/11/17This is a massive event where we will be pulling out all the stops with a huge bonfire and firework display. just ask for details, we will be happy to chat about it.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

Burns Supper
£52.00 per person
Jan 25, 2025 only
This Burns Night, experience the ultimate celebration with us. Indulge in a curated four-course set menu, savour a bold whisky flight, revel in the stirring melodies of a live bagpiper, and immerse yourself in the timeless charm of traditional Burns written poetry. Kindly note that a pre-order is required. We'll be in touch ahead of the evening to confirm your selections. For the full menu, visit our website. Please note the evenings entertainment starts from 7pm

What 3,195 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Surrey
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Black Swan Ockham offers a charming rural setting with "wonderful food and service." Guests appreciate the "attentive staff" and "lovely ambience," making it perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, the delightful outdoor dining and varied menu often hit the spot. A beloved local gem.

3,195 Reviews

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Will
VIP
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We haven’t been to the Black Swan in ages. The food and service were excellent. The staff attentive and engaging. The ambience was welcoming and Christmas was certainly in the air yesterday. All in all a fabulous evening and we will return again soon!
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Johanna
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, lots of great choces and an excellent wine list - fantastic service.
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Andy
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, great service in a welcoming comfortable environment
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Helen
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very helpful staff on a busy day. So enjoyed the food. Being Sunday we had the full lunch. Very good. Especially enjoyed the baked camembert starter with lovely bread.
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Susie
Dorset
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding as always. Food and service is exceptional. Lovely Service from Alice and all the staff. Thank you x
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Louise
VIP
Surrey
78 reviews
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Welcoming friendly staff. Had to wait a little while for our food but it was very busy. Having said that the food was excellent.
The Black Swan OckhamResponded on December 17, 2024
Dear Louise, Thank you so much for taking your time to leave us a review. I am glad you enjoyed your visit. Many thanks, Diana
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Katherine
Surrey
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Arrived a little early, was told to go grab a drink at the bar while they got our table ready. I had booked for 8pm, by 8:10pm no one had come to get us, had to find someone, who confirmed they had forgotten about us. Then to find out they only had a set price, three course festive dinner available. I had booked a table in the bar area and would expected to have been told if there were only one special menu a available at £42 each. We got up and left, not a good experience.
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Lorna
East Sussex
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Had requested a cosy table, near a fire and not near the toilets. Got the complete opposite! Pub felt cold and we were near the toilet entrance. We had the roast turkey dinner-not the best. Generous with meat though and the sprouts were a little crunchy. We were disappointed with our visit.
The Black Swan OckhamResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Lorna, thank you for taking the time to leave us your review. I have passed on your feedback to management team and our kitchen. We hope you will visit us in the nearest future and we can provide a better experience to you and your guests. Have a lovely Christmas! Kind regards, Asta
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Daniel
VIP
London
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Very slow, starters took 45 mins to arrive, ended up having to send one main dish back. Place wasnt even that busy, it was a mid week lunchtime, wouldn’t go back
The Black Swan OckhamResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Daniel, thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. I am sorry to hear that on this occasion you did not receive a service we aim to provide. I would like to reassure you that it must have been one off, and does not reflect our usual standards. I really hope you will give us another try in the future, so we can improve your experience. Kind regards, Asta
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Claire
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food! Loved all our meals. Good service and lovely pub.
The Black Swan OckhamResponded on December 14, 2024
Dear Claire, thank you for your lovely review. We hope to see you soon again. Kind regards, Asta
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FAQs

The Black Swan Ockham is rated 4 stars by 3195 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Old Lane, Ockham, Surrey KT11 1NG

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cobham
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Large car park with over 100 spaces, plus our overflow car park of up to 20 cars
Public transit
There is no direct public transport to the pub. The nearest train station is Effingham Junction just under 1 mile away with taxi"s available from the station.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Graeme Terrell
Entertainment
OUTDOOR CINEMA 10/09/17 outdoor cinema event on the 10th of September. we are showing Top Gun on the big screen for £19.95 for adults £10 for kids. This includes a BBQ, popcorn, sweets and a soft drink!! still a few tickets left. Just ask the team BONFIRE NIGHT 06/11/17This is a massive event where we will be pulling out all the stops with a huge bonfire and firework display. just ask for details, we will be happy to chat about it.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.blackswanockham.com/
Phone number
01932 862364

The Black Swan Ockham

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Burns Supper

Menu

What 3,195 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is The Black Swan Ockham restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

Dining areas

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