The Foresters Arms in Stockport

What a gorgeous Sunday roast! From the moment we walked in, the cosy atmosphere made us feel at home. Paul was super friendly and cheerful. A decent Sunday roast in a nice pub was exactly what was needed en route home from my hen weekend! I went for the beef roast, and it was absolutely divine - crispy and fluffy roast potatoes, and the yorkshire pudding was delicious! The vegetables were cooked to perfection, and the cauliflower cheese was yummy. I topped it all off with the sticky toffee pudding for dessert, and wow, what a treat! A fantastic Sunday roast experience in a friendly pub setting and now going home feeling full and happy.

Beautiful Sunday roast for four people. We felt so welcome and the food was amazing, we will definitely be back regularly!

Always friendly. Paul and June are always really welcoming. Thank you

Lovely pub, owners were really friendly and coped well with the 12 of us (6 adults and 6 kids) booking in last minute. Food was super, especially the puddings! Really good options for my friend who is gluten free.

we really should make an effort to go more. Always good food and service. Cheers team

Just went for early drinks. Hospitable service made to feel welcome. Great to see a pub full of people

Lovely pub, lovely landlord and landlady and staff, and great food cooked fresh, not pub chain food. Regularly add specials too the menu as well as changing the fish of the day, pie of the day and curry of the days. We came for Sunday dinner on this occasion and weren't disappointed.

The 16th century pub has a warm and cosy atmosphere. Very clean and the set up is well thought out. The owners, (sorry not good with names) are lovely people, so accommodating. Mentioned to look on Facebook for the outside music event they will be holding in September. Definitely going back.

Left it too late to eat in so was drinks only.

Wow… great food. Exceeded my expectations. The fish of the day was delicious and they did it with lovely veg and also fries because I asked for the switch. It was really tasty and had a lovely sauce. Also had a lovely crumble afterwards. And they put a strawberry in the Prosecco which was a nice touch. Would recommend!

Lovely friendly pub with a good and interesting menu . Fish and vegetarian/ vegan choice is good. Would definitely revisit.

Excellent meal, best steak I’ve had in ages. Not been back here for probably 20years, but still a great local pub. Especially helpful to us with the grandparents wheelchair and very friendly - hope to be back sooner next time

We had a lovely lunch here today. The freshly cooked, homemade food was really good. The staff were very friendly. The pub itself is lovely indoors and out. We'll definitely be coming back.

May 2024 • Friends One of our group of five foodie hikers booked the Foresters Arms, tempted by the five star reviews. It did not disappoint. The food was truly excellent and the visit made all the better by the friendly and attentive staff. First class. We will return

Great food, great service, great food. We sat outside loads of parking. We both had steak and fries excellent quality, the service was really fast.

First time visit having found it on the internet. One of us is gluten free and we were asked intolerant or allergic. Always a good sign. Excellent menu with lots of GF. Food was excellent. Service was also first class with the owner introducing himself. Will certainly be back.

Excellent food, good service, not really disabled friendly (wheelchair wouldn't fit)

My wife and I and our mothers had a fantastic Easter Sunday lunch at The Piggy. From the warm welcome from June and Paul to the delicious Sunday Roast Pork and Beef, everything was exceptional. Highly recommended for a cozy family meal. We'll definitely be back!

First time visit won’t be the last. Food and service was superb. Owner Paul very friendly. Even got the wife’s favourite song played.

Had a family meal here, great owner and staff very accommodating nothing too much trouble, nice drinks and good food.

We have recently visited the Foresters Arms again, after trying out other local pubs/ restaurants. Over the moon to receive once again a fantastic meal using great quality ingredients. The owners and their staff are so attentive and nothing is too much trouble. We can highly recommend this pub and we will be definitely be coming back.

Came here tonight for a birthday dinner with family, this our usual pub for food and drink and we were not disappointed, superb food and service. Thanks to all for a great evening.

Seated for lunch quickly without a booking. Lovely food, great service, friendly and helpful staff! As always, will be back again!

Excellent food and atmosphere highly recommended

Last minute decision to go out for a meal. Rang at 1pm. Julie fitted us in and as always the staff. Service. Food was always 100% quality. Our young waitress grace was super. Julie and Paul great as always. Highly recommend. 👍🏻

Very nice food and atmosphere. Service was good, people with friendly. Lovely dishes: sticky toffee pudding very highly recommended.

The most friendly and welcoming owns ive ever met, sat right next to the fire ,have some amazing starter's and a lovely mix grill ,and one of the best sticky toffee pudding, definitely going back

Every time I go for a pub meal I opt for the Steak and Ale pie and whilst always nice the best I’ve had is on my doorstep at The Piggy (as The Forresters is known locally). Amazing pastry, rich sauce and great quality ingredients and fantastic hand cut chips. Paul and June are excellent hosts and my daughter then joined us and had the Cajun chicken wrap which she loved. Nice to have a lunch by a real fire 🔥 👍

Just had the most delicious Sunday Roast. Would highly recommend June and Paul are perfect. Will definitely be going again very soon.

We have just been to the 'The Piggy ' Even though it was a very busy evening for the pub they managed to sort out a table at short notice . I have to say what fantastic food and great Staff . Thank you to Paul & June what great hosts . We will return very soon and would highly recommend The Forrester's to everyone

Would always recommend this beautiful place, the meal is always excellent, partner always has the mixed grill and it's exceptional. Very warm welcome from owners & staff. Couldn't ask for anything better

8th December. Busy season for any pub. Restaurant. Visited tonight with my family. Lovely food. Service. Always friendly. Julie and Paul amazing as always. Never disappoint.

Visited with family whilst visiting from CANADA and this spot should not be missed! Great service, friendly staff, yummy Gin drinks and really good food. Had the Sunday roast beef, served with Yorkshire pudding and a wonderful medley of vegetables. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Highly recommend this pub.

Had a lovely meal as always today, best steak pie I’ve ever had anywhere ..never ever disappoints fantastic hubbys meal excellent too highly recommend.

I visited here last Sunday with my husband and son. We were looking for a bite to eat in the Romily area and found this on Trip Advisor, so glad that we did. We almost drove past, as it’s not very obviously a pub from the front but turning left into the car park we were surprised to see how big it was! There is a big area used for their events and as a car park and tables and chairs behind the pub itself. It was a bit nippy so we chose to eat inside. It has a cottage feel like an old traditional pub. We were greeted by Paul the landlord who introduced himself and served our drinks from the bar. His wife June showed us to a table and we chose from the lunch menu. They made us feel really welcome and were chatty and helpful which is so nice these days, I wish this was my local!

Fantastic food at great prices and service you receive from staff is first class would recommend this magical place to anyone who likes lovely food and and staff that can't do enough to make your day 1st class thank you

First time eating in this little gem. Absolutely fantastic. The staff are so attentive and friendly, nothing is too much trouble. Cleanliness and service outstanding. Sunday lunch we can say was the best we have had in years. I recommend everyone to visit and a must is the blackcurrant and Prosecco cheesecake!!! We will definitely be back soon. Thank you!

Great range of ales and ice cold lagers . Good food and a great atmosphere created by the landlord and the bar staff . Lovely lady with short black hair and glasses behind the bar , great sense of humour too . Very busy place but both the landlord and his staff are always clocking who’s next to be served and are fast and efficient. I love this pub and make a bee-line for it every time I come up from Norfolk . This is how pubs used to be and should be . Sad to say that some other pubs in the locale seem to be managed by people who have lost touch with their own customers. Not here though . Give the foresters ( The piggy ) a try when you’re in the area , you won’t be disappointed, Norfolk Rob 👍

Best Sunday roast I have had in a pub for a long time. Everything was perfectly cooked. I am very fussy about my roast potatoes but these were amazing. Quality food at a good price. Thank you

Highly recommend this pub, the roast dinner was one of the best I have had in along time. Staff are lovely, we will be returning. Thank you 👌👌👌👍👍

Had the pleasure of being at the “Piggy” this afternoon for a Bob Marley tribute act. The sun was shining, the BBQ food was amazing and everything was just perfect. The atmosphere was so friendly and Paul & June looked after everyone as though we were family! Cannot wait to go back.

Went with friends for a Friday evening meal. All food dishes were excellent. You must try the steak and ale pie. Always daily specials you can choose from. Friendly and efficient staff. Great evening.

Known locally as the Piggy ,this is definitely by far one of the best pubs for food. Just had a chicken curry and my wife had the Steak and Ale pie. They were both delicious. The hosts Paul and June make you feel very welcome.

Great pub to visit whilst the sun's out!! Nice and cosy in the colder months

I’ve reviewed this pub a number of times. Purely because I am never disappointed with the friendliness. Service. Quality of food. My daughter and I went today in the hope the FA Cup game was being shown. It was and we had planned to eat there for lunch. I can honestly say it didn’t disappoint it was amazing. Thankfully city also maybe wasn’t amazing but got the win. Julie and Paul are massive city fans and the service. Friendliness was still 100%. Always look after the customers. I’m going to post my salad as I’ve never had such a lovely salad. It was really filling as well. This place never disappoints. Thank you to all the staff and more importantly Tom (the chef)

Had duck breast on specials menu and it was brilliant Top Mark's for the Recomend chicken pepper pot as well

Really enjoyed the ambience as well as the food and drink

Very friendly caring staff. Food very average

We went to the Forester's for a Saturday lunch with a frail, elderly friend. The food was lovely and the staff were really nice and very accommodating. We'll definitely be back. Thank you Team Piggy!

Well this was a find! We don’t know the area so we took a chance and it didn’t disappoint. Cosy, friendly, welcoming and the food…well the steak and ale pie was absolutely gorgeous and sorted my hangover right out - 10/10! Perfect Saturday lunch…if only we could’ve stayed all afternoon!

Lovely, quaint place to eat and drink.

Nice friendly pub, but not enough selection of beers!

Loved all those piggies! Excellent service, delicious food and lovely friendly hosts. Wish it was here in Coventry so that we could be regulars.

Visited on Sunday evening. Had the best rump steak my husband had Steak and kidney pie, the best. Good food good service, as always

Sunday beef lunch with 6 different vegetables all cooked to perfection. Plus to follow a delicious toffee apple pudding. Friendly staff tops off a lunchtime well spent with good value for money.

Really lovely meal for myself the Chicken Madras with Rice, Fries and naan bread great value for money and very tasty. My partner had Gammon with sauce was abit runny so they changed it and refunded which my partner was happy about and the sauce was lovely second time round and they bought him toasted bread for the sauce that was left over. Great customer service thanks 😊

Really lovely meal for myself the Chicken Madras with Rice, Fries and naan bread great value for money and very tasty. My partner had Gammon with sauce was abit runny so they changed it and refunded which my partner was happy about and the sauce was lovely second time round and they bought him toasted bread for the sauce that was left over. Great customer service thanks 😊

A welcoming and classic pub, great food and better staff.

This is a true local pub. Always a warm welcome, Paul and June are so lovely. The food is amazing...and all in walking distance from us...

First visit and was not disappointed. The hosts are very friendly and service is impeccable. They have a great Gluten Free choice for starters. Main Course and dessert. My wife loved the GF Toffee Apple Crumble. Definitely give it a try.

Called for a lunch whilst waiting to collect grandchildren, very friendly pub lovely food, sat by the log fire and chilled for a few hours. Would definitely recommend this place, and will revisit if ever back in the area.

I was visiting with a close friend, such a lovely pub. Full of architectures and lovely staff. They serve food so its a great put for meets up and meeting friends. Its such a lovely calm place. Staff are very helpful, kind and friendly. Kind regards, Aaron

We had a great time today at the Forester Arms, we were welcomed into the pub with open, friendly arms, offered drinks and as we’d be out walking we were sat right next to the open log fire, which made us all the more comfortable....

Great food, friendly staff and owners. We arrived as we were walking in the local area and we were served great drinks, tasty food and sat right next to an open fire. It was a brilliant pub and we can’t wait to go back. We felt very welcome.

Family of 10 had a lovely meal. The Piggy is warm and welcoming, food was good, hot on arrival , everyone enjoyed it .June and Paul made sure we had a lovely time. Would we go again - definitely :) would we recommend - definitely :)

Walked in on the off chance of a table. Fully booked but June said we could sit in the bar area. Well looked after as always by June & Paul. The roast beef Sunday lunch was amazing. Tim had salmon. My dad had gammon and...

We,had a,fantastic afternoon/eve. At the Robbie,Williams tribute, on 5th November. And what ancexcellelnt performance.from Robbie Williams. He was fab. And inspite of the rain. And bring outside. The atmosphere was awesome. And the fireworks afterwards,were amazing. Thanks Paul and June. For a great afternoon. See you soon.

This is a superb pub! Great food and drinks and will co tongue coming back over and over! Catch the nights they put on for live music for an extra treat! How many pigs 🐖 can you spot?!

We have just been treated to the best Sunday dinner ever - roast lamb accompanied by roast potatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, parsnips, courgettes and parsnips! Followed by toffee apple crumble and custard. Absolutely wonderful. Well looked after by hosts June and Paul who went that extra...

Absolutely the best restaurant we have been to for ages.... Lovely warm welcome... Very professional staff.... Food too hot to put straight into your mouth..... Fabulous new venue for us... We will definitely go again.....

We called in here yesterday on our way home. We were told that they were fully booked but offered us a table with maybe a wait. The welcome from Paul and June was exceptional. Can't rate it high enough. We didn't have a long wait...

I love the piggy! Great on a Friday and Saturday night. Busy little rustic pub. Good beer and a great selection of gins! The landlord and lady are fantastic. So welcoming, smiley and happy to help. Would highly recommend this place for a cold beer after a long week! Also dog friendly.

Absolutely gorgeous food ... we popped in had not booked they fitted us in and we are so glad I had steak and ale pie with luscious chips and my daughter had roast lamb food and service impeccable..def be returning xxxx

Popped in today did not book they fitted us in the food was absolutely gorgeous and service was lovely such a gem of a place xxxx I had steak and ale pie with very luscious chips and my daughter had roast lamb xx 😋

We stopped by for a drink, gem of a place

We visited here for a Sunday evening meal after making a booking, by phone, the night before. On the Sunday morning, I received a call regarding my booking and asked for the booking time to be altered slightly, but this was done in a courteous...

Called in for a Saturday afternoon meal. Met outside with a friendly hello from Paul the owner and then as I was in a wheelchair the staff assisted with moving a chair from the table to accommodate me wherever I wanted to sit. The cosy...

Visited here for the first time , for an evening meal. An absolute gem of a place , beautiful inside, really clean and cosy , every member of staff was extremely polite and friendly. We had a couple of beers and a meal , the...

Booked last minute for a booking of 12. Friends from London was with us as well as family. The food and service was excellent as always. Friends said that it was the best Sunday lunch they’d had.

We've not visited the Piggy for a while even though we live locally but when we visit other establishments I always compare their roasts to the "Piggy Roasts" as I feel they are the best around. Today I was definitely not disappointed.... delicious & June...

The Forrester's was lovely. Catered very well for 11 of us including 5 children and we all sat together. Lovely hot food, excellent parking to the rear with a very accommodating landlord.

My wife and I came in today for an early dinner and we were both very happy with the experience. On coming in we were met by the landlord who was very welcoming and friendly. I got a pint of moretti and my wife had...

Turned up on spec and had a lovely meal. Really nice place.

Stopped by for food and drinks yesterday evening and were really impressed with the outstanding food and the professionalism of Paul, his wife and all their staff. The overall quality of the service and the cleanliness of the whole place is very impressive. Can’t rate...

Service was great greeted very well.

Great friendly staff food was excellent. Lovely place will be back 😊

We have been fairly regular visitors to the Piggy since moving to live locally 29 years ago. Paul and all of the staff have always provided a warm welcome, and I have to say we really enjoyed the atmosphere provided by the reggae session on...

I was slightly disappointed with the food after reading the reviews. I had a Sunday lunch the beef was tough and tasteless, very little vegetables. The two parsnips were under cooked. On a positive the pub is lovely, very clean. Service is impeccable. Would I...

Not been here for a while went a couple of weeks ago and it still really good, enjoyed the lamb Sunday lunch and my husband had the curry really nice.

Fantastic local run pub and excellent food

Very olde worlde pub ...really nice...would definitely recommend.

I have driven past this pub many times.,A few people had mention how good the food was so I booked for our family of two adults and two teenagers on my teenage sons Birthday. From the minute we walked in everyone was so friendly. Such...

Just had a fabulous meal at the Foresters Arms. First class food, large portions of delicious food. Excellent staff Excellent food Excellent drink What a great find - would 100% recommend and will definitely be back. Thank you Paul and the team.

Brilliant pub with a great range of beers and wines, excellent food and friendly service.

Standards are as high as ever at “The Piggy”. Had the traditional Sunday lunch with all the trimmings. The lamb was succulent and served with a variety of tasty vegetables. Unfortunately the crumble was sold out but the replacement apple pie was excellent. We always...

I’m new to this pub having recently moved nearby, friendly bar staff, good beers with a great atmosphere, I’m yet to try the food but got to say it looks lovely!!!

We had a lovely Sunday lunch yesterday. Some of us had the roast dinner, others ordered off the menu. The kids allergies were catered for really well. We'd recommend the place for food.

Pleasant pub with nice home cooked food.

Very nice food, some lovely home cooked dishes but the portion sizes are not great. Prices would be fair if you had 30% more food. 4 pieces of calamari for £7/8 which is a bit of a joke.

So pleased to find this great foodie pub. I recently moved to Gee Cross and have been testing pubs in the area. This is my top. All food is home cooked and everything I am my friend has was so delicious. I also had a...