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Each day, before midday we upload the days menus, its always nice to whet your appetite before you even get to us.

Daily Menu

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Where certain allergens are highlighted the allergen may relate to just one component of the dish, which may easily be substituted or removed. For more information please ask one of our crew.

We always advise you to mention any food allergies or intolerances when ordering. We are happy to provide allergy guidelines to support you in making your own menu choice; however, we cannot recommend or tell you what is suitable for you to eat or drink.

Allergies, Intolerances and Dietary Requirements - We actively manage the main fourteen allergens recognised by the Food Standards Agency (see below) but are unable to give information on allergens outside of this. We will, of course, do what we can to accommodate requests outside these fourteen, but these will be put through to the kitchen as a ‘request’ not an allergy order.

Cross Contamination - Our food is prepared in areas where cross contamination may also occur. This means that we can never guarantee a dish is completely free from any allergens or specific ingredients. We declare allergens if they are intentionally added to a product. Where our suppliers have indicated possible cross contamination risks, we also declare their allergen ‘may contain’ risks. If the food is served in its packaging, we advise you to refer to the manufacturer’s label. If you are concerned about possible allergen cross contamination of the food you wish to consume, please ask us for further information on our cooking methods and policies.

Gluten Free - Where we offer gluten free dishes, controls are in place to ensure that dishes contain no more than 20 parts per million gluten; however, as we handle many allergens in our busy kitchens, we therefore cannot guarantee all traces of allergens are completely removed.

Tick below to remove foods containing these items from the menu


Nibbles

Tandoori king prawns, naan bread 272 kcal 7.95
Contains: Crustaceans, Milk / Lactose, Gluten

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

BBQ chicken wings (gf) 659 kcal 6.95
Contains: Mustard

May contain: Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Cauliflower pakoras, coriander chutney (vg) 293 kcal 5.95
May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten, Mustard, Sesame, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Red pepper and tomato hummus, flatbread (vg) 498 kcal 6.45
Contains: Gluten, Sesame

Garlic and basil Halkidiki olives (vg, gf) 174 kcal 4.95

Halloumi fries, chilli jam (gf, v) 620 kcal 7.45
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Fish goujons, tartare sauce (gf) 310 kcal 7.45
Contains: Fish, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Crispy baby squid, saffron garlic mayo 546 kcal 6.95
Contains: Molluscs, Eggs, Gluten

May contain: Mustard


Starters

Lightly curried butternut squash soup, coriander and lime crème fraîche, warm sourdough roll (v) 512 kcal 7.45
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten

May contain: Soybeans, Eggs, Mustard, Sesame

Cumberland sausage Scotch egg, pickled apple purée (gf) 390 kcal 7.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Soybeans, Mustard

King prawn Thermidor gratin, toasted focaccia 606 kcal 9.95
Contains: Molluscs, Crustaceans, Fish, Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Eggs, Sesame

Griddled courgette, pomegranate, coconut feta salad, orange dressing (vg, gf) 311 kcal 7.95

Chicken liver pâté, carrot and apricot chutney, toasted bloomer (gfa) 462 kcal 8.95
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Sesame

Mezze plate; marinated aubergine, artichoke, blush tomatoes, olives, hummus, toasted flatbread (vg) 908 kcal 8.95
Contains: Gluten, Sesame, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Molluscs, Crustaceans, Fish, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Celery, Mustard, Lupin

Warm breads, golden rapeseed oil, balsamic vinegar (vg) 700 kcal 6.95
Contains: Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Mustard, Sesame


Mains

Pan fried cod loin, pea and asparagus risotto, crispy pancetta (gf) 471 kcal 21.95
Contains: Fish, Celery, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Honey roasted ham, (served cold) fried eggs and chips (gf) 1077 kcal 16.95
Contains: Eggs, Mustard

9oz rump heart steak, pepper sauce, portobello mushroom, tomato, chunky chips (gf) 1488 kcal 26.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Sesame

Chicken, ham and leek pie, buttered mash, green vegetables, white wine and tarragon sauce (gf) 1409 kcal 17.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Soybeans, Mustard

Crispy panko coated hake and prawn burger, spicy mayo, chunky chips 971 kcal 17.95
Contains: Crustaceans, Fish, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten

May contain: Celery, Mustard

Chilli and maple halloumi salad, pickled peach, roasted hazelnut, ginger dressing (v) 794 kcal 16.95
Contains: Tree Nuts, Milk / Lactose, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Gluten, Sesame

Tandoori cauliflower, onion coriander bhaji, mint yogurt, spicy mango sauce, saag aloo (vg) 567 kcal 15.95
Contains: Celery, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten, Sesame

Braised shoulder of lamb, dauphinoise potatoes, rosemary gravy (gf) 982 kcal 25.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Beer battered fish and chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce (gf) 1278 kcal 17.45
Contains: Fish, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Celery, Mustard

Crispy beef salad, sweet chilli sauce, roasted cashew nuts (gf) 872 kcal 16.95
Contains: Tree Nuts, Soybeans

May contain: Peanuts

Steak burger, beer onions, grilled pancetta, Monterey Jack, spiced tomato mayonnaise, fries 1382 kcal 17.45
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Celery


Sides

Chunky chips (vg, gf) 535 kcal 4.75

Fries (vg, gf) 377 kcal 4.75

Truffle parmesan fries (gf) 450 kcal 5.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Peppercorn sauce (gf) 157 kcal 2.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Sesame

Garlic bread, cheese (v) 621 kcal 5.45
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Gluten

May contain: Eggs

Buttered vegetables (gf, v) 198 kcal 4.45
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Dauphinoise potato (gf, v) 312 kcal 4.75
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Mixed salad (vg, gf) 99 kcal 4.75


Light Bites and Sandwiches

Courgette, cherry tomato and feta quiche, crème fraîche new potato salad (gf, v) 833 kcal 12.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Eggs

May contain: Celery, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Italian Prosciutto, plum tomato and buffalo mozzarella focaccia, basil pesto 488 kcal 10.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Gluten

May contain: Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Eggs, Mustard, Sesame

BLT, bacon, lettuce, tomato, ciabatta, few fries 733 kcal 9.95
Contains: Eggs, Gluten, Mustard

May contain: Milk / Lactose

Fish finger sandwich, tartare sauce 694 kcal 12.95
Contains: Soybeans, Fish, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Sesame

Smoky bean burrito, sweetcorn relish, guacamole (vg) 523 kcal 9.95
Contains: Gluten

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Celery, Mustard, Sesame, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Crispy sweet chilli beef wrap, pepper, radish and cashew nut salad 786 kcal 11.95
Contains: Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Gluten

May contain: Peanuts

Fillet steak sandwich, Dijon tarragon mayonnaise, balsamic onions, sun blush tomatoes, fries 986 kcal 15.75
Contains: Eggs, Gluten, Mustard, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Milk / Lactose

Change to Truffle and Parmesan fries (gf) 500 kcal 1.50
Contains: Milk / Lactose


Puddings and Cheese

Chocolate and cherry tart, boozy cherries, cherry sorbet (vg) 469 kcal 8.95
Contains: Soybeans, Gluten

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Milk / Lactose

Eton mess, strawberries, vanilla cream, broken meringue and raspberry sauce (gf, v) 432 kcal 8.45
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Eggs

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Celery, Mustard, Sesame, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

Toasted waffle, toffee sauce, honeycomb ice cream (v) 808 kcal 7.95
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Sticky toffee pudding, toffee sauce, vanilla ice cream (gf, v) 732 kcal 8.45
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Triple chocolate brownie, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream (gf, v) 899 kcal 8.45
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Affogato, espresso, vanilla ice cream (gf, v) 126 kcal 5.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Cheese, biscuits, quince, carrot and apricot chutney, grapes and celery, select from below (v) 474 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Eggs, Sesame

Barbers Vintage Cheddar (gf, v) 205 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Shropshire Blue (gf, v) 123 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Snowdonia Red Devil (gf, v) 102 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Burland Bloom Brie (gf, v) 81 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Rosary Goats Cheese (gf, v) 66 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Five cheeses (v) 474 kcal 14.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Eggs, Sesame

Three cheeses (v) 308 kcal 10.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Eggs, Sesame

One cheese (v) 164 kcal 4.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose, Celery, Gluten, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soybeans, Eggs, Sesame


Cheshire Farm Ice Cream and Sorbet

Choose one of the following for 2.75 per scoop

Vanilla (gf, v) 125 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Strawberry (gf, v) 124 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Chocolate (gf, v) 127 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Salted Caramel (gf, v) 135 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

White Choc Chunk (gf, v) 204 kcal
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Honeycomb (gf, v) 137 kcal
Contains: Milk / Lactose

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Raspberry Sorbet (vg, gf) 68 kcal
May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Milk / Lactose

Blackcurrant Sorbet (vg, gf) 68 kcal
May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Milk / Lactose

Cherry Sorbet (vg, gf) 83 kcal
May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Milk / Lactose


Small Puddings and a Hot Drink

Choose a mini version of our puddings with a tea or coffee of your choice for 8.95

Triple chocolate brownie, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce (gf, v) 583 kcal 8.95
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Sulphur Dioxide / Sulphites

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Mini waffle, honeycomb ice cream (v) 636 kcal 8.95
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs, Gluten

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts

Sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream (gf, v) 429 kcal 8.95
Contains: Soybeans, Milk / Lactose, Eggs

May contain: Peanuts, Tree Nuts


Hot Drinks

All hot drinks are served with a gluten-free flapjack

Cappuccino (gf, v) 52 kcal 3.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Latte (gf, v) 122 kcal 3.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Espresso (vg, gf) 0 kcal 3.45

Double espresso (vg, gf) 0 kcal 3.75

Americano (vg, gf) 0 kcal 3.75

Flat white (gf, v) 47 kcal 3.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Selection of tea (gf, v) 24 kcal 3.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Hot chocolate (gf, v) 299 kcal 4.45
Contains: Milk / Lactose

Irish coffee (gf, v) 135 kcal 7.95
Contains: Milk / Lactose

(v) - vegetarian, (vg) - vegan, (gf) - gluten free, (gfa) - gluten free adaptable, just ask

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Daily Menu
  • Nibbles
  • Starters
  • Mains
  • Sides
  • Light Bites and Sandwiches
  • Puddings and Cheese
  • Cheshire Farm Ice Cream and Sorbet
  • Small Puddings and a Hot Drink
  • Hot Drinks
Sunday menu
  • Nibbles
  • Starters
  • Sunday Roasts
  • Mains
  • Sides
  • Light bites and Sandwiches
  • Puddings and Cheese
  • Ice cream and Sorbets
  • Small Pudding and a Hot Drink
  • Hot drinks
Brunch Menu
  • Brunch
  • Hot Drinks
  • English Fizz
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