Sunday Roasts in Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Sunday Roasts in Harpenden
A Sunday lunch certainly means different things to different people. For some, this traditional ritual represents an excuse to gather the family together for some quality time, while for others, it’s a delicious and indulgent way to cure the weekends hangover. Whatever your reason, I’m sure we can all agree that there is little better than a good local Sunday Roast.
These days the humble roast dinner has been elevated to more than just meat and two veg. From classic roasts with all the trimmings, to more extravagant three-course affairs, we've rounded up some local spots to try out the classic sunday lunch.
Check out our list of places to head to for a delicious Roast in Harpenden, Hertfordshire
The Engineer
Where: 12 St Johns Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1DJ
About: The Engineer was so named when the railway from London to Bedford was built in 1868. The beer garden has sheltered picnic tables.
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The Fox
Some extra special options such as their roast duo of beef, fig and dolcelatte roast and four sides for £11 makes this Sunday Roast a knock-out.
Where: The Fox, 469 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3QE
About: Located on the edge of Kinsbourne Green and Harpenden, surrounded by trees and with a dining patio and plenty of parking, the Fox has contemporary interiors and delicious pub grub classics.
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The George
The firm favourite of a trio of roasts, is served with prune & brandy stuffing and Cumberland pigs in blankets.
Where: 4 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TB.
About: The George is modern with lovely fresh decor, smack-bang in the heart of Harpenden. It has a large garden room, some outdoor terrace seating on the high-street, a seasonal menu and tempting cocktails on offer.
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The Harpenden Arms
The nut roast comes with Brazil, cashew & hazelnuts and the chicken has pork, apricot & chestnut stuffing.
Where: The Harpenden Arms, 188 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TR
About: The pub has just had a fresh revamp and opened its doors again on the 12th October 2023. In a prime location on the high street, it’s a great cosy spot with lovely décor.
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Inn On The Green
Where: 20 Leyton Rd, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2HU
About: The site dates back to the 1860s and has been a pub since 1974. Part of the Greene King network, it is a traditional pub with fresh and modern decorative touches.
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The Old Bell
A trio of roasts and Woodland Mushroom Bourguignon Wellington makes this place a stand-out choice for a Sunday roast.
Where: 177 Luton Rd, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3BN.
About: A Grade II listed, 18th century former farmhouse that first opened as a pub in 1735.
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The Old Cock Inn
Giant Yorkshire puddings make this a winning Sunday roast.
Where: 58 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SP.
About: This pub on the high street is cosy with a roaring fire in winter and has a lovely beer garden for the warmer months.
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The Queens Head
All the firm favourites including pigs in blankets and cauliflower cheese, mean this is a delicious Sunday roast.
Where: 59 Southdown Rd, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PQ
About: Renovated and reopened six months ago, there is a covered canopy outside area and décor is warm, cosy, and stylish.
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The Silver Cup
There is a top-end, two or three course Sunday lunch menu on offer each week.
Where: 5 St Albans Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, Al5 2JF
About: This ‘2022 Best Pub in Hertfordshire’ winner also listed in the Michelin guide, is run by local lads Michael and Matthew. The pub serves stunning and celebrated, modern British cuisine.
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The White Horse
Meats are sourced from ethical free-range farms.
Where: The White Horse, Redbourn Lane, Hatching Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2JP
About: This beautiful historic pub, parts of which date back to the 1600s, is semi-rural on the outskirts of the town with a large outdoor terrace.
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Surrounding Areas
Alford Arms
Alongside their usual menu, they have 2 Sunday roasts cooked up each week.
Where: Frithsden, near Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 3DD
About: This exceptional, rural gastro pub has been run for 25 years by David and Becky serving up the best of locally sourced cuisine.
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The Cricketers
Where: East Common Redbourn, Hertfordshire, AL3 7ND.
About: An award-winning, community pub overlooking the beautiful common of Redbourn.
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Cross Keys
Where: Ballslough Hill, Wheathampstead, Hertfordshire, AL4 8LA.
About: A characteristic country pub with beautiful period features.
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Elephant and Castle
Where: Amwell Lane, Wheathampstead, Hertfordshire, AL4 8EA
About: Having opened in July 2020, the pub has been shortlisted and won several awards as a charming rural pub with an exceptional beer garden that includes a marquee and climbing frame.
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The Kite at Red Hart
Where: 28- 29 Bucklersbury, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1BG.
About: Head Chef Olly Varney and his team focus on delivering a menu split between refined dishes and pub classics, for the ultimate gourmet experience.
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The Millstream
Where: 97 Cambridge Road, Walsmorth, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0JH.
About: Owned by Hertfordshire brewers the McMullen Family since 1914, it joined the Chicken and Grill network in 2015 and is now renowned for its rotisserie chicken.
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Paper Mill
Where: Stationers Place, Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9RH
About: A modern pub on the banks of the Grand Union canal with a lovely waterside terrace.
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The Three Horseshoes
Delicious roasts with all the trimmings are limited in availability, so get there early to guarantee a Sunday feast.
Where: Winkwell, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 2RZ
About: This traditional pub with buildings dating back to the 16th Century, is on the picturesque Grand Union Canal and has been family run for fifteen years.
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The Wicked Lady
Perfectly located for a tasty family Sunday lunch after a nice walk.
Where: The Wicked Lady, Nomansland, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 8EL.
About: Set just outside of Wheathampstead village and next to the extensive, beautiful Nomansland pathways, it has lovely outdoor terraced seating and plenty of parking.
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