Events
We love putting on local events. Some will educate, all will entertain, and every now and then we will find an excuse for a party. Below are a selection of our upcoming events – for information on all events, please visit your local pub’s website.
Halloween Pumpkin Carving Competition
The Boathouse at Boulters Lock
23 Oct 2024
Pick up your pumpkin from 23rd October and bring in your creation before 31st October when we'll be announcing the winner.
We’re very mindful of our carbon footprint and our waste, here's some ideas for what to do with your pumpkin flesh. 
Taste of India with Samarth
The Richard Onslow
24 Oct 2024
Join us as we celebrate the taste of India. The special menu will be written by our Sous Chef, Samarth, inspired by his home country cuisine. Book in from 6pm, quoting 'Taste of India.' 
Pork & Cider Weekend
The Bear & Ragged Staff
24 Oct 2024
Join us for a weekend of Head Chef, Halden's, delicious pork dishes, each paired with the perfect cider.
Available lunch and dinner, Thursday - Saturday. Book your table here, quoting "Pork & Cider." 
Blackout Night
The Richard Onslow
07 Nov 2024
We will be throwing the pub into darkness for a night to mark remembrance day and help raise money for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.
The pub will be lit by candles dotted throughout the pub and our kitchen will be serving a menu inspired by wartime dishes, think Bangers & Mash, Stews & Dumplings, Spam Fritters and Spotted Dick.
Join us from 6pm. To book a table with us just call the pub on 01483 274922 or book a table online.
Game Weekend
The Thatch
08 Nov 2024
Celebrating all that is game! Join us for a weekend of Games specials on our boards, along with wine pairings. Call the pub on 01844 214340 to book. 
Best of British Game Night
The Three Horseshoes
13 Nov 2024
Celebrating all that is game! Join us for four courses with wine tasting, £47.50 per head. Call the pub to book. Arrive at 7pm, 7:30pm to dine. 
Christmas Wreath Making
The Almanack
27 Nov 2024
‘Tis the season for creativity and cheer! Join us for Christmas wreath making in our private dining room, hosted by our local florist. Be inspired to create a beautiful arrangement for your home this Christmas. Ticket includes a glass of prosecco and a few deli plates, £55pp.
Limited availability, Wednesday 27th November or Thursday 28th November, 7pm for a 7.30pm start.
Tickets for Wednesday 27th November here.
Tickets for Thursday 28th November here. 
Christmas Quiz
The Richard Onslow
15 Dec 2024
Get this in the diary! 5:30pm start, call us to pop your name down. Groups of up to 6, £2pp entry fee with the winning team taking home a prize! 
CHRISTMAS JUMPER DINNER PARTY
The Fleece
22 Dec 2024
Don your best (or worst) Christmas jumper, and join us for a night of merrymaking, from 6pm! We'll be turning up your favourite classic crooners, and there's prizes for the best dressed. Start the celebrations early and book in for dinner, or raise a glass in the bar. Christmas Eve Eve Party
The Thatch
23 Dec 2024
Kick off the Christmas break as you mean to go on, with a proper Thatch Grown Up Party!
There'll be a DJ on the decks from 9pm. Why not book in for an early dinner first? 
Spring Menu Tasting
The Thatch
19 Mar 2025
Enjoy the change of seasons with us and join our dinner party. The Chef team will be showcasing the finest produce of Spring, from the first English asparagus to Spring lamb. £55 per person. Call us at the pub on 01844 214340 to book your place.
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