The Plough Shiplake in South Oxfordshire

We booked at the last minute on a very cold night hoping for some wholesome warming food and we were not disappointed. Best Sotch Egg you will ever have as a shared starter followed by Smoked Ham Pie for madam and Beef Stew for sir and then a shared Hollygog Pie for pud. The food was fantastic, well done chef, and the waiting staff were charming. Wonderful evening, highly recommended.

A group of 20 from Chess Valley U3A enjoyed the good portions and food in the lounge. So cheery on a cold day.

We had a lovely family lunch on Sunday 15 December. First visit to the Bistro and we would definitely like to return. The vegetarian roast was delicious - and the children’s menu went down well too. All food served nice and hot and with friendly service. Thank you for a lovely lunch!

We decided on Sunday morning to try the Red Lion for lunch, and booked a table for 1330. We arrived and were met by efficient staff who were expecting us and offered us a choice of table. Drinks were ordered from a knowledgeable waiter and arrived quickly, mine being a very well-kept pint from tge local Amwell Springs brewery. We both chose beef from an extremely well thought-out menu which again arrived after only a short wait. The meat was beautifully cooked and presented on a large plate with very well cooked greens, carrots and a freshly-made Yorkshire puddings. Sides of cauliflower cheese and roast potatoes were excellent, probably the best roasties I've had, and the horseradish was similarly delicious. We both cleared our plates and the side dishes. Utterly gorgeous, go and see for yourself.

Sunday roasts are superb. We go to the pub most Sundays. Generous portions for regular and small dishes. Other dishes besides the roasts are great too I.e. All-day English breakfast, Ham eggs and chips. The bar staffs are helpful and friendly. Likewise the landlords.