The Castle at Ottershaw in Runnymede

We have had many excellent pub grub meals here as well as really good take away meals during the second lockdown. It was good to be back albeit for a short time as unfortunately the pub has had to close temporarily we hope. We are longing for you to re-open so we can come again for your excellent curries and we want to be able to bring friends to enjoy the great food and atmosphere and also to introduce them to Crumpet the resident stray gorgeous cat.

This pub has changed hands recently and the staff behind the bar are so welcoming. Me and my wife had a meal here and thoroughly enjoyed it, even under the Covid restrictions, the food was great and we felt Covid safe.

We are closed again for the second lockdown. We went for a final pub supper and Josie the landlady told us that they were going to do takeaway during lockdown - both food and drinks. We decided to order the lamb and chicken curries. It was ready waiting and hot and very very tasty and we were delighted with the service. We'll be going back for takeaway again and will be working our way through the takeaway menu. This pub has exceptional curries and we recommend anyone who loves curries to go and sample them. They are 'proper' curries.

We decided to venture out for an early pub supper at the Castle. It was the day that the rules had changed yet again and we had to wear masks when standing up in the pub and take them off when seated. The pub is great, the staff are friendly and the service was efficient and the food as good as it used to be in the past. There were 4 tables of people and the tables were all social distancing apart but we were able to see and hear how other diners were enjoying their meals. Would recommend this pub for its friendliness and good food.

We ate at the castle recently and were impressed with the layout for COVID and service. Josie and the staff provided excellent friendly service which you want of a village local. The food arrived promptly and was of a very good standard. All in all a very enjoyable experience and one which we will be repeating on a regular basis. Well done the Castle.

Disappointed this time, friends had said what a lovely meals they had had here. But unfortunately I can’t :( Sunday roast was poor. Yorkshire puddings were not nice. Burnt and broke into pieces, and not enough veg or gravy. Won’t return in a hurry.

Having Read the review from 4 weeks ago from a ‘non local’ who felt they were treated differently I felt I should add my experience, having never stepped in to the pub before this Wednesday we were treated no differently to anybody else in the pub, when we got to the pub it was fairly busy and wasn’t any free tables, we asked to sit on the end of a table (which later seemed to all be locals) and they were more than friendly and accommodating! Later my girlfriend joined us and my friends left, we decided to give the food a go as the menu looked good, proper PUB food, we were asked by the very attentive staff if we wanted table service (even tho we were just sat in the bar) which we declined! The food was good, cooked well and the portions were very good (I’m a big eater and I was full after.... which is rare) lolIf you like a proper pub, proper pub food (it’s not a Michelin restaurant) good atmosphere and friendly staff then definitely give this pub a go, we went for a drink this evening and again very quickly served and felt welcomedWe’ll be back more and more

Attended for Thai Food Night, as usual food great and service brilliant. I have never had bad food there and always a friendly face.

Came here for a family meal, the food was delayed, the waiter was unapologetic so asked to speak to the manager, who i believe was the landlord. She was even more unapologetic, rude, and clearly unexperienced within customer service. The pub is outdated but the menu looked good so we thought we'd give it a chance, but no good food could make up for the clique atmosphere of the 'locals' who obviously hate anyone they don't know, and the staff clearly aren't interested in serving anyone but them. Would not recommend unless you're one of those locals as you'll be treated like you shouldn't belong there and it's an incredibly awkward atmosphere for anyone who isn't a regular.

I attended this pub with my son and his girlfriend. I had roast sirloin of beef which was great. They had roast lamb which they really enjoyed. I don’t know what the roast potatoes were cooked in but they had a particular nice flavour. We all had sweets which we enjoyed. I had Bakewell tart with ice cream which wan nice but there could have been a larger portion of ice cream. My son and his girlfriend had Strudel and custard which was nice

Had our Xmas meal here for 12 people with a mix of vegetarian and dairy free diners. The Castle suceeded in satisfying every requirement with the Halloumi a particular delight, the service and atmosphere was first class and the renovated conservatory clean and welcoming, we will most definitely be returning.

We were a group of 14 for dinner - never easy to please everyone, but the team at the castle did just that! Lovely food, great service, and the best Guinness!

Visit here regularly but thought it was time to give them another review. Great Beer, Food & Service - What more do you want!

Very attentive staff with table service and had a choice of tables.I had been before with friends since the venue had changed ownership but decided to eat there for lunch again.Wasn't disappointed and the meal was served promptly and was very welcome.Went for the Steak & Ale Pie and the Chilli con Carne.Certainly be back again.

We have been to the castle on many occasions, I can’t recommend this place enough. The staff are fantastic and will always put a smile on your face Food is 5* Atmosphere is 5* Service 5*

Lovely staff, very friendly, and great lunch. Very nicely presented, and filling...would recommend. Already booked to go back. Sat outside last time, in the sun, inside also has a nice atmosphere.

This is the loveliest pub I have ever been to. Great music most delicious food and even better staff thank you Niamh and Florence for looking after us and being so friendly and helpful! Will definitely be making the hour trip back very soon! Wonderful place xx

I have visited the castle on a number of occasions during the last six months, it’s has now become one of my absolute favourite places to hang out. Josie and her team are professional, friendly and warm. The food always delivers above its cost with the pies taking centre stage.

Went for for a meal with friends as we had been here before and had a good time. Was disappointed this time as the food was not as good. My main meal was fine, but I do my like my desserts. So when we ordered the cheese cake and it arrived it was nothing like it was before. Apparently the lady doesn’t make them anymore, Such a shame as people do love homemade food.

I have done a revue on this pub before and I really think it deserves another shout out.

My husband and I took our children (in their 20,s) for a birthday Sunday lunch.

A new discovery as a mid point to meet up at lunchtime with two friends, The Castle ticks all of the boxes for an excellent well run pub! Four draught ales on offer that were well kept and served, a great food menu at reasonable prices, and a landlady and landlord who go the extra mile to welcome you and look after you during your visit.

Met up with a couple of old friends who had travelled some way to see me and decided to meet at this pub again. We hadn’t been here for about 1 year so were unaware that the place had changed hands.

Went for a meal and drinks with friends & family. The hosts Iain & Liz were just brilliant. Well looked after and nothing too much trouble. We will be back. We we’re visiting down from Scotland. Oh and the food was to die for. Keep up the great work.

The pub has recently changed hands and the change has been all for the best. The beers are kept to a great standard and the food is 1st class. Josie and her team excel in ensuring your visit is one to remember. A pure joy and so worth a visit if you are unfamiliar.

Took our lovely neighbour out for dinner on the eve of her 86th birthday and we had a lovely time with Josie and her staff really looking after us. Wide and varied menu which met our tastes. The Friday fish special was excellent as was the steak and ale pie. The new team at the Castle are proving a great success. We will be back !!

Nearly didn’t go to this little gem re an old review that was entitled Avoid - but thank goodness I ignored. The landlady Josie, and all her staff, couldn’t have been more friendly and the food was amazing. Atmosphere of a good old English pub. If I go back to this neck of the woods (I live in Australia) will definitely go again

Had lunch with two friends and very nice it was to. i can recommend the whitebate it was lovely. my friends had sandwiches and the real ale was in good condition

Refreshing. New management. Bubbly manageress with pleasant character . Take note QH Weybridge ☠ Good food Good beers Calm nice atmosphere.

While house hunting in the area, I looked on line and found the Castle was a dog- friendly pub, serving traditional food. Where better to try on a Bank Holiday Sunday?!

First time in the restaurant of this pub. Had a Chilli Con Carne which came with a nice salad and two pieces of garlic bread. The chilli was the best I’ve tasted in a restaurant. I felt that it was good value for money. There is also a good selection of soft drinks at a reasonable price. The staff were very nice

Had a lovely evening here, table service all night, the waiter Jamie had a wonderful personality, the Landlord was very friendly too. Lovely food, great atmosphere, we will definitely be returning and highly recommend.

Just been to The Castle, first visit since the new owners have taken over. Not an extensive menu today (Sunday), but wow, the quality of the food is fantastic. Well worth a visit, great atmosphere, and the staff are very attentive. We will definitely be back.

Had our first meal at the pub since the new management took over and wow were we impressed. The whole atmosphere in the pub is better. We were served with a smile, looked after by the staff and the food was very good. We will definitely eat again soon.

Came here for a cheeky couple of pints with the lads on a warm Saturday afternoon! Pubs cheerful and has a, and I quote from the the great man Gary Barlow himself, “absolutely fantastic” selection of beers! We got pretty boozy and fancied some munch and I chose to have pie, as I’m northern and love a pie, basically the law up there! Anyway the pie was bangin’ hence the title of the review, and to top it all off they do salt and vinegar crisps, and I love myself some salt and vinegar crisps! Finally I’d like to say thank you to the main lass Josie for looking after us, a proper bit of treacle

Breath of fresh air. After being regular since 1987 I've revisited and it's great . And about time. Well done family of Josie.

What an amazing place. This small time pub has made it big. My love of this place has grown ever since it got taken over. Words can’t explain how good this pub is. Food, amazing drinks, amazing staff, amazing

Popped in for Sunday lunch and was pleasantly surprised with the food. Extremely high quality and very large portions. A good range of beers and excellent service by very friendly staff. We will definitely be coming back with family next time.

First visit since new management and what a change. Delightful homemade pie and great garlic and herb chicken. Very friendly staff.

Dont normally review pubs but this place has really got better under the new management. It's now welcoming and feels like a pub you want to go to. It's been a long time in coming hope it continues. Well done.

Nice staff good service and the pub was nice and clean but the food was not very hot we would go back and try the food again

Visited the pub for the first time since new management. Very disappointing menu and not sure what’s new about it. Lots of stodgy food, portions were huge, presentation was poor, no gluten free options either. Had to wait ages for main meal and there were only 2 other tables. Decor was still grubby, chairs had massive stains all over them. Very disappointing as I was hoping for a fresh new approach as would’ve loved a good pub in the village. My first and last visit sorry.

Big changes since my last visit, new management and a new look. All looking very good and the Sunday roasts looked very nice although my husbands beef was very very rare. There is a good improvement to the service and the wine list is much nicer. Personally I found the meal far too large, steak & ale pie with mash and veg. The pie would have easily been enough for two people and was packed with steak. An option for people with smaller appetites would be a bonus. We were all too full for puds but maybe next time.

Visited for the first time since the takeover in November, excellent pub food with large portions. Good variety to choose from. Staff very friendly, will visit again.

I highly recommend this pub. Since it’s been taken over it’s a more friendly place. You are greeted with a warm smile. Food is excellent. Can’t wait for the spring and summer to arrive so we can sit outside along the country road!

Truly amazing local pub, The food is absolutely superb especially the Sunday roasts and the Pies. All the staff are friendly and helpful. Visited numerous times and since Josie has become landlady the whole place has a much warmer feel.

The transformation of the local pub has been amazing. Great food, excellent service, superb wines and a really friendly atmosphere. Everything a pub should be and more. Highly recommended.

We've visited The Castle regularly over the last 15 years or so as we enjoyed its ambiance and the people who worked there. Within the last couple of months there has been a change in management and the changes that the brilliant Josie and her team are making make you realise just how 'tired' the pub had become.

Having been to the pub over the past few years, it was lovely to meet Josie, the new Manager and her lovely team. They are friendly and so welcoming. Although we only popped in today for drinks, the food we had last week was fabulous. Thanks to Josie and her team for breathing abit of life into this lovely pub.

Thought we'd try it out now it's under new management - really pleased we did. We had the sea bass and white bait. Food was good, the new table service is a great idea and was excellent. Great place to go for a drink and meal. Will definitely be going back.

My wife and I have frequently visit the Castle over the past 15 years, especially for Sunday lunch. On booking, we were told that the Castle was under new management, so on this occasion we were especially looking forward to it. Oh dear. The roast Sunday lunches we ordered were not good at all. Yorkshire pudding burnt, exchanged for a fresh burnt yorkshire pudding; beef slices very thick and coarse; roast pork very fatty; no apple sauce; cauliflower seen on the table in the kitchen, but not served (why?). A discount was offered. We will not visit again. With great regret, we have lost our Sunday lunch treat

I’ve always enjoyed the food at The Castle but since it’s recent change in management I decided to treat the family to a Sunday roast. I can honestly say it was the best Sunday roast I have ever had at a pub. Great food, very tentative service and brilliant value for money.

The castle has just come under new management. First time back here with new staff and management and what a difference. Warn friendly welcome, lovely and clean. Had a meal and the food was amazing. Jodie, Amy and Ian happy to see us and will definitely be back again very soon. Well done to you all . Adele and Adrian xxx

We've eaten at The Castle several times in the past and like many had felt the place and its food had seen better days. Based on the latest reviews since being taken over we wanted to see for ourselves - and we certainly weren't disappointed. The food was absolutely out of this world. We had the pate and soup (cauliflower and cheddar) to start - both were beautiful and one of the best bowls of soup I have ever had! Mains were the fish pie and pork belly. The table service was welcome change too and warm and friendly staff helped make it the perfect evening. Well done to the new team - you're on to a great thing here. We're so excited to see how The Castle develops and look forward to our next meal there - thank you!!

Great roast at the Castle - have always put off going before as had heard negative things about it being a bit "clicky" and newbies were not made welcome by the previous manager - however, we found it the opposite (under new management). Lovely staff and they couldn't be more friendly and helpful. Roast chicken was to die for and the beef looked good too, veg and potatoes cooked to perfection. Also a very reasonable price of £12.50 which makes a nice change from the silly prices pubs usually charge. My only criticism would be that the cheesecake portion was tiny, shame as it was delicious.

The Castle has just been taken over by a friendly new team who have transformed the pub back to its friendliest best. Greeted with smiles, the cellar has been updated to keep the good selection of ales in top condition and the new wine list features a good house selection served in great new glasses. A new innovative menu will return the pub back to its reputation as one of the best local eateries.

The above says it all, except the new team are friendly and helpful. The changes are great and with more changes to come, it is exciting. I had a real beef and ale pie which was to die for, homemade and not a frozen one from a large catering company. The whitebait is also top quality. The Christmas menu should be a real hit, I am booking early, I don't want to miss out. The changes have put The Castle back on the number one place in Ottershaw. Well done Jossie oand team.

Well I am replete. The pub has emerged from its crysalis and sprouted perfectly formed beautiful wings. Everything has changed. The ugly grub has become the butterfly we all craved. The beer is fresh, vaired and expertly delivered. The new offerings are a joy to behold. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. The pate starter is a triumph and as others have stated the steak and ale pie is the real deal, if you can make sure you save some room for a sublime desert. The brownie is a show stopper. The South African wine is the perfect tipple and packs a punch. If you are in the area and want an honest home cooked meal I can hand on heart recommend the Castle as a cracking pub. Good work guys! I look forward to trying the rest of the menu especially the fabled cheesecake....

What a delight - New management and new friendly, smiling, helpful staff. Good menu, good service, good food and of course good beer. Fair prices. Will visit more often now.

Recently under new ownership, Josie and her team have brought the Pub back to life with great atmosphere, fresh food and a long list of yummy wines and gins to choose from. Looking forward to seeing their successes in the future.

Quite a lot going on with this pub. Very much a local and will stay that way but the new management will open it up and change the menu. Excellent Timothy Taylor's Landlord. Looking forward to some good food and interesting times.

We have visited loads of times. They are normally pretty good, although slightly odd! On this occasion we phoned ahead (8pm) to check what time the kitchen closes (9pm) and agreed that we would phone 15 minutes beforehand to place the order; no problem. We were driving up from Brighton, hence phoning ahead! I phoned at 8:40 and the kitchen was closed - all of the kitchen staff had been sent home. Gutted and surprised that what used to be a good local pub has entered in to cost saving measures.

Stopped here because it is close to the M25. Good, generous traditional pub food and friendly staff but more importantly, any pub serving Timothy Taylor's Landlord gets my vote! Parking available at the rear if the front car park is full.

Thought we would give The Castle another chance having been served an awful lunch previously. Had a Halloumi and Avocado salad and a ploughmans. Salad very average no choice if dressing just offered something a creamy brown colour in a bottle. However most disappointing ploughmans. 2 slices of pre packed ham a slab of Brie and a slab of cheddar a pot of Branston and a few silverskin onions. All served with a slice of somewhat stale bread. Complained to staff no offer to change and nothing mentioned when ploughmans left untouched. Nice pub for a quick drink but not the food. Sorry it wasn't just the once!

We stopped in for a quick lunch as we were passing and considering it was midweek it was busier than expected.

We first went to this pub a couple of years ago and what a little gem, the Sunday lunch is amazing, good value for money, the staff are great with the exception of one female bar person who I think has had a personality by pass as she doesn’t smile and seems miserable but don’t let her put you off. Since going to the pub for Sunday lunch we often go there mid week for dinner which is also lovely, so hats off to the chef. Great place and well worth a visit

I use this pub regularly. It is not the nearest to me, in fact I have to walk 6 miles to get there. Sunday lunch is just epic. The beef is the best I know of, almost up to Simpsons in their heyday, and that is saying a LOT. The roast pork is also very good. The beer and cider are well kept and the landlord is friendly. Quirky, but a really nice chap.

Up to Ottershaw for a couple of days for some DIY (Dad It Yourself) at our daughter's, which meant the compulsory The Castle evening again. So an hour watching the last half of the last 6 nations game for this year, meeting the best friend that I didn't know I had with long discussions about the game not being what it was when WE played, (that would be about 30 years ago, sadly :) ), and then into the main bar for the best steak and ale pie you will ever find, anywhere, and even compliments from my hard to please wife about a super-sized jacket potato with excellent chilli filling. Had to apologize to the ladies on the next table who ordered the steak pie to be told they had just run out! Thankfully, they accepted the news with good grace. If it had been the other way round I would probably have had steal their plates away from them! I just love this place. Always such friendly and helpful staff and management too. I wish I could move to Ottershaw so I could have my treat every week here.

Yes, I may be biased as I use it as my local. The beer is always well kept, although a little expensive. The food is very good with a number of fresh specials daily. The steak and ale pie is to die for. You just have to ignore the landlord's sense of humour (or lack of it).

...real ales here are always good.

A real pub with great food and friendly people. Long may it last! See you again soon. Thanks, Landlord.

We went at lunch time. Sandwiches were good and service was quick. Others in our party enjoyed their hot meals/soup.

I use this pub as my local and have done for many years. The beer is always good, although a bit expensive. The food is very good and the steak and ale pie is to die for. There is nothing wrong with the landlord, you just have to ignore his sense of humour.

I spent an hour in Foodie Paradise here on wednesday night. Myself and my daughter ordered the Steak and Ale Pie. I, at nearly 66 years of age, can put my hand on my heart and say this was the best Steak Pie I have ever eaten in my life, even my dear old long departed Mum, who did Steak and Mushroom pie to entice me to visit and give her a lift to the Bingo Hall. Add to the steak pie that the lovely ladies went out of their way to get me a side order of fried mushrooms not even on the menu, a very much enjoyed Chicken Ceasar salad for my quite choosy wife, and a very nice bottle of Proscecco enjoyed by wife and daughter, and all was good with the world. Lovely, friendly, helpful ladies at the bar, thank you so much!!

Habiendo vivido en el pueblo durante más de 29 años, una visita al castillo fue probablemente retrasada! Me había pasado el pub muchas veces pero nunca sus puertas antes de oscurecer. Nos lo pasamos muy bien hecha y sabrosa cena aquí, el servicio era impecable...

Nuestra hija ha movido a Ottershaw y haber terminado el mudar y ser la próxima semana del Día del Padre, pensamos que sería una oportunidad ideal para probar un local del año 1.913. Las dos damas que nos sirven y tomó nuestra orden de comida...

El pub es monótono y encargado debe tirar la toalla. Una mala actitud y ha sido extremadamente grosero en mi pasado varias visitas. Deseando que cuando está bajo nueva dirección!

Llevamos tres generaciones para el almuerzo en el castillo. Solía ir mucho cuando trabajé cerca. Solía ser un pub bullicioso, pero tenía una sensación un poco cansado. Sin embargo, el servicio era agradable de la señorita encantadora detrás del bar y la comida era buena. Pub típico menú pero perfectamente agradable

Decidimos entrar al pub para tomar algo rápido en el camino de vuelta de un paseo. Propietario era increíblemente grosero. Los dos estábamos mirando un teléfono y él groseramente comentó "En nuestro día a hablar de "

I've lived near this pub for 30 years and haven't been in this pub for a long time as I heard it was a clicky pub with a rude landlord. I thought surely he can't be that bad so I'll give it a go for a quick early evening drink after working from home that day. I was refused service for not being a regular. Then was insulted and sworn at by the landlord. I promptly left. In my opinion it's run down old mans pub not suitable for women, children or families. If you like somewhere with a bit of class avoid like the plague.

Good location in a nice village unfortunately ruined by a nasty landlord. Cannot stand children or families and makes people who are not part of his clique very unwelcome. Oh and very very expensive to drink...Food is pretty good but you have to put up with the landlord to get that far!

Hay ho can't please all!Seems this is the only way to respond Like me or loathe me Marvellous Come and find out for yourself I suggest The choice is yours and you will never be disappointed If so tell me first don't hide behind a website if you haven't got the balls to tell me at the time !

We wondered why we booked but this place quickly filled up at lunch timeThere's a decent enough range of beers with Landlord and Doom Bar as specialsThe menu doesn't have anything earth shatteringly amazing on it but does have all the pub classics. Between us we tried a ham, chicken, leak pie (that came with a monster top), a fish pie, and fish and chips.All the meals came quickly and were well portioned. Decent value too,Nice place, would probably be a good local if I lived nearer!!!

This is our local pub and have been coming for many yearsThe Sunday Lunch is always really good as is the rest of the weekThe Castle has recently started serving breakfast again very goodJohn and his staff always look after us

The beer is always well kept. Nice log burners and atmosphere. Decided to eat and we had the beef and ale pie with chips and peas. One of the best pies I have ver had.

a great little pub we visited after our walk. Fire was lit, and we were made very welcome. Beer was well kept, and the landlord was a breath of fresh air, i like a landlord with a dry sense of humour and he's the driest around. Would definitely recommend this place, we didnt eat but we enjoyed the rest of the hospitality

Visited recently for breakfast. The breakfast was not only substantial but delicious and well worth the money. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Beer was well kept. All in all a great offering on a cold winter morning.

Ok so I'm really hoping this was a one off bad day as I know the landlord works really hard to run a tight ship. Sunday lunch with wife and daughter. Three roasts ordered 12.30. Arrived promptly but not good! Spuds under done, Yorkshire puds near raw and all swimming in gravy. When I settled up the tab an extra £15 odd had been sneaked on. When I queried it the best I got from the young lad was 'my bad'!I will probably use this pub again but will look around instead of this being my 'go to' for Sunday lunch!

I have used this pub many times and it rates among my few favourites.The food is consistently good and generous. Staff are friendly, and the pub is comfy and homely.

A quality public house on the outskirts of a typical friendly Surrey village with excellent restaurant facilities

We ate here twice in the week we stayed in Ottershaw and found the staff helpful with local drinks and adapting the menu to suit us. Potatoes instead of chips and veg instead of salad etc. Overall a good experience and certainly would recommend. The chicken, gammon and leek pie was a massive dinner, but wow it tasted good.

Place looks a bit outdated. Menu is very basic. Wouldn't recommend for special occasions. Ok for a quick drink.

Popped into see a friend for a quick drink, the staff were so welcoming and the pub was full with people eating lunch which is always a good sign!

This is our little local and we love it! The food is delicious and the atmosphere is great. Would recommend this pub to anyone who fancies a pint and good food.

I walked down to this lovely local pub and had a delicious cheese and potato pie. It could have done with more onion but that's my personal taste. The staff were attentive but my bar tender needed glasses to read the menu price as he over charged me!! Never mind. I noticed. A lovely gem of a pub next to the hustle and bustle of woking.

Our local Pub. It is an unspoilt delight providing a very traditional feel and decor with a good range of beers and very good quality pub food. If you are looking for great beer and good food in a friendly atmosphere look no further. A good local was one of our criteria when we last moved and the Castle does not disappoint. Recommended.

This lovely little pub is situated in a quiet residential area of Ottershaw. It remians untouched by the attentions of big brewers and offers the traditional qualities of the fast vanshing English pub. The staff are always welcoming and friendly. It offers real ales and a range of drinks. The food is excellent and of good value I thoroughly recommend this nice little watering hole.

Lovely pub of a bygone era. Excellent beer, pricey. Landlord barks but doesn't bite, not yet anyway.

Food here is fantastic & we were looked after very well by John the Landlord & his staff. Real village atmosphere.

Pretty much traditional pub fare, nothing overly adventurous on the menu but that's the way I like it! Tasty, and good value with a friendly atmosphere. Been a couple of times now and will be back another day