Mum's Sunday roast can often be a highlight of the week.
But why not give her a break this week?
SurreyLive has put together a list of pubs and restaurants that can put on a tasty meal.
From gastro pubs hidden down a country lane, to spectacular buffets at hotel restaurants, you certainly won't go hungry.
With plates piled high with hot roast beef, crispy Yorkshire puddings, fluffy roast potatoes and lashings of gravy, the traditional Sunday lunch is the ultimate family treasure.
If your favourite spot is missing off the list, you can email your suggestions to surreylive@reachplc.com.
So, in no particular order...
1. Pennyhill Park, Bagshot
The luxury hotel offers a jazz Sunday lunch in The Brasserie featuring the Jubilee Jazz Trio which wanders around tables and plays requests.
The buffet includes traditional carvery roasts with all the trimmings, alongside seasonal seafood dishes to start with and classic puddings to finish.
Where: London Road, GU19 5EU
Available: Sunday, 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Book: Call 01276 486156.
2. Cranleigh Golf and Country Club
Priced at a very affordable £12.95 for adults and £6.95 for children (under 12), all roasts come with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, cauliflower and broccoli cheese, Yorkshire pudding and red wine gravy.
Where: Barhatch Lane, GU6 7NG
Available: Sunday 12pm-6pm
Book: Call 01483 268855
3. The Three Horseshoes, Thursley
Located in the picturesque village of Thursley, The Three Horseshoes is a beautiful freehouse country pub with a cosy restaurant and an extensive garden with play area for children.
Where: Dyehouse Road, GU8 6QD
Available: Sunday 12pm-3pm
Book: Call 01252 703268
4. Toby Carvery, Frimley
Home of the roast and open every day of the week, to satisfy your carvery craving, choose from tender slices of beef, pork, turkey or honey-and-mustard-glazed gammon, from the hot buffet alongside all the trimmings.
Where: Portsmouth Road, GU15 1HS
Available: Mon-Sun 11am-10pm
Book: Call 01276 691939
You can read our review of Toby Carvery here.
5. The White Hart, Pirbright
Opposite a beautiful green, The White Hart is a cosy village local with low beams and burning log-fires, offering freshly cooked pub-food. All roasts are served with goose fat roasted potatoes, honey roasted parsnip, British cabbage and kale, carrots, Yorkshire puddings and gravy. Choose from roast rib of beef, pork loin:, half chicken, parsnip, Stilton and cranberry nut roast or leg of lamb.
Where: The Green, GU24 0LP
Available: Sunday 12pm-9.30pm
Book: Call 01483 799715
6. Hand and Spear, Weybridge
All roasts are served with thyme and garlic roasted potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, gravy and vegetables of the day.
Where: Old Heath Road, KT13 8TX
Available: Sunday 12pm-4pm
Book: Call 01932 828063
7. The Pheasant at Buckland, Betchworth
The venue is an award-winning pub eatery and farm shop. Classic Sunday roasts are served with golden roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and rich rosemary infused gravy. You can pick from hand carved pink sirloin of beef, roasted leg of lamb, loin of free range pork with crackling, roasted turkey with stuffing or mixed nut and seed roast.
Where: Reigate Road, Buckland, RH3 7BG
Available: Sunday until 6pm
Book: Call 01737 221355
8. The Queens Head, East Clandon
Choose from roast sirloin of Cattleman beef, roast loin of English pork, roast leg of English lamb and baked field mushroom filled with garlic leeks and chestnuts topped with puff pastry. All roasts are served with herb roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and red wine gravy.
Where: The Street, GU4 7RY
Available: Sunday 12pm-8pm
Book: Call 01483 222332
9. Sands at Bleak House, Woking
The contemporary pub sits on the edge of the beautiful Horsell Common. All roasts are served with crunchy roast potatoes and buttered seasonal vegetables. Choose from roasted loin of pork, English sirloin of beef or pan fried breast of chicken.
Where: Chertsey Road, GU21 5NL
Available: Sunday 12pm-5pm
Book: Call 01483 756988
10. Runnymede-on-Thames, Egham
The Lock Bar and Kitchen at the four-star hotel hosts a two-course 'Sunday Best' every week. All roasts are served with roast or new potatoes, carrots and greens. You can choose between Dingley Dell pork, aged Surrey farmed beef, half a roast chicken or baked salmon. Afterwards, you can walk it off on a pretty walk along the River Thames while feeding the ducks.
Where: Windsor Road, TW20 0AG
Available: Sunday 12pm-3pm
Book: Call 01784 220969
11. The Drummond, Guildford
Unwind at the end of the week and fill up on fluffy Yorkshires, tender meats, real roasties and proper gravy. Choose between loin of outdoor reared Norfolk pork with crackling, half roast Shropshire chicken with parsley and thyme butter, 21 day aged West Country beef or a nut roast. Cauliflower cheese and creamed leeks can be added to your plate at an additional cost.
Where:Woodbridge Road, GU1 4RF
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01483 579395
12. The Skimmington Castle, Reigate
Dating from the 17th century, The Skimmington Castle adheres to the concept of a traditional rural pub with open fires, good food, real ales and a warm welcome. All plates are served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, a selection of seasonal vegetables, cauliflower cheese and homemade gravy. Choose from roast sirloin of beef, minted rump of lamb, shoulder of pork with crackling or half roast chicken.
Where: Bonnys Road, Reigate Heath, RH2 8RL
Available: Sunday 12pm-7.30pm (9pm in the summer)
Book: Call 01737 243100
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13. The Thames Court, Shepperton
Part of the Vintage Inns chain, diners can choose between half roast chicken, 28-day aged prime rump of beef, roast turkey, herb crusted loin of sweet cure port or nut roast. All dishes are served with Yorkshire pudding, duck fat roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, honey glazed parsnips and gravy.
Where:Towpath, TW17 9LJ
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01932 221957
14. The Alford Barn, Cranleigh
The Alfold Barn was built in 1590 and has many connections with the local area and Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. Using locally-grown produce, choose your roast from pork, beef, turkey and lamb.
Where: Horsham Road, GU6 8JE
Available: Sunday from 12pm-2pm
Book: Call 01403 752288
15. The Weyside, Guildford
Choose from roast sirloin of beef, Dingley Dell pork loin and roast saddle of lamb. All roasts are served with goose fat roasties, roasted carrots and parsnips, a side of seasonal vegetables, homemade gravy and a Yorkshire pudding. There are also a range of traditional desserts at the town centre pub for £6 each.
Where: Millbrook, GU1 3XJ
Available: Sunday from 12pm-10.30pm
Book: Call 01483 568024
16. The Bull's Head, Reigate
This lovely little historic pub has been around since 1628 making it one of the oldest public houses in Reigate. On Sunday's choose from pork, beef, lamb or chicken with your traditional Sunday roast. There is a 'double up on meat' option available too.
Where: High Street, RH2 9AE
Available: Sunday from 12pm-6pm
Book: Call 01737 222233
17. The Three Lions, Godalming
The Three Lions is a lovely place to catch up with friends, family and colleagues, where you can grab a bite to eat, sample some great real ales, lagers and wines or just take some time out to relax in comfortable surroundings. There is a choice of three roasts plus yummy homemade desserts.
Where: Meadrow, GU7 3HR
Available: Sunday from 12pm-4pm
Book: Call 01483 808118
18. The Barley Mow, Hersham
The Great Traditional Sunday Roast features a selection of meats all served with fresh vegetables, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, stuffing and chef’s gravy. Puds include sticky toffee pudding and chocolate brownie.
Where: Molesey Road, KT12 4RS
Available: Sunday 12pm-5pm
Book: Call 01932 227293
19. The Swan, Farnborough
Located just on the border of Surrey is Tag's airport runway gastro pub which serves classic roast lunch on Sunday. Dishes include rosemary and mint roasted leg of lamb with Yorkshire pudding and garlic and rosemary roasted sirloin, also with a Yorkshire pud.
Where: Farnborough Road, Farnborough, GU14 6TL
Available: Sunday
Book: Call 01252 510920
20. The Old Wheatsheaf, Frimley
The Sunday roast menu is huge! There are a choice of five meats, including a plate with a bit of everything and roasts are served with roast and mashed, potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy. A nut roast and a three cheese pasta bake are among the vegetarian options and there are other comforting dinners available including chilli con carne, casserole and venison for those who don't fancy a roast.
Where: Frimley Green Road, GU16 6LA
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01252 835074
21. The Bricklayers Arms, Hersham
A Victorian pub which retains two bars, a comfortable saloon and a spacious public bar. Roast dinners are served in the lounge.
Where: Queens Road, KT12 5LS
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01932 220936
22. The Percy Arms, Chillworth
This pub is famous for it's Sunday carvery. A choice of five different meats, with a selection of vegetables, roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings.
Where: Dorking Road, GU4 8NP
Available: Sunday 12pm-5pm
Book: Call 01483 561765
23. The Cricketers, Horsell Birch
The family friendly red brick pub, offers light bites through to full three course meals throughout the week. On Sunday's choose from three delicious meats, seasonal vegetables, crispy roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and homemade gravy.
Where: Woking, GU21 4XB
Available: Sunday 12pm-6pm (depending on demand)
Book: Call 01483 762363
24. The Old Red Lion, Staines
This classic country pub has a cosy atmosphere - perfect for tucking into a hot roast lunch. There is a choice of three meats on Sunday.
Where: Leacroft, TW18 4PB
Available: Sunday
Book: Call 01784 453355
25. The Star, Leatherhead
Close to Ashtead Common and Chessington World of Adventures, this pub is a great place to head to after a great day out with the family. All roasts are served with fresh, seasonal vegetables.
Where: Kingston Road, KT22 0DP
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01372 842416
26. The Jolly Farmer, Worplesdon
Expect seasonal and stylish food at this cosy gastro pub. All roasts are served with crispy potatoes, carrot purée, honey roast parsnips, cauliflower gratin, braised red cabbage, winter greens, Yorkshire pudding and homemade gravy.
Where: The Jolly Farmer, Burdenshot Road, Worplesdon , Guildford , GU3 3RN
Available: All day Sunday
Book: Call 01483 234658
Read our roast dinner review here.
27. The Swan Inn, Chiddingfold
Set in a small, privately owned boutique hotel, the warm and friendly restaurant serves carefully sourced seasonal food, all set at the edge of the stunning countryside. Roast chicken, beef and pork are served with all the garnishes and a giant Yorkshire pudding.
Where: Petworth Road, GU8 4TY
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01428 684688
You can read our review of the pub here.
28. The Duke of Wellington, East Horsley
Choose from Aubrey’s dry-aged rump of beef, Jimmy Butler’s free-range leg of pork and spring vegetable Wellington. All dishes are served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, roasted roots, Yorkshire pudding and jugs of gravy.
Where: Guildford Road, KT24 6AA
Available: Sundays from 12pm
Book: Call 01483 282312
You can read our review here.
29. Jolly Coopers, Epsom
One of Epsom's oldest pubs, it is now a family owned freehouse. When the weather allows families can take advantage of a sheltered and sunny beer garden. Kids portions available in many of the mains and roasts are served every Sunday. Choose from leg of lamb, roast sirloin of beef, roast pork stuffed with apricot and Cumberland sausage or a bit of all three. All roasts are served with; roast potatoes, carrots, parsnips, market greens, braised red cabbage, homemade gravy and a Yorkshire pudding.
Where: Wheelers Lane, KT18 7SD
Available: Sunday 12pm-6pm
Book: Call 01372 723222
30. The Stag on the River, Eashing
As well as a range of hearty mains on offer, check out the pub's blackboard for the freshly prepared Sunday roasts of the day.
Where: Lower Eashing Lane, near Godalming, GU7 2QG
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01483 421568
31. The Bear, Oxshott
The distinctly British menu at this cosy country pub is packed with classic dishes and seasonal favourites. Choose form Aberdeen Angus striploin of beef, Dorset lamb rump, Dingley Dell pork belly. half roasted Red Tractor chicken and nutroast.
Where: Leatherhead Road, KT22 0JE
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01372 842747
32. The Goat, Shepperton
If you fancy a hearty roast dinner with all the trimmings but don't fancy cooking, head down to The Goat with all the family and fill your boots as it's a carvery. Choose your slow-cooked meat and crispy Yorkshire pudding, then fill up your plate on fresh vegetables, stuffing, mashed potato, roast potato and chips!
Where: Upper Halliford Road, TW17 8RX
Available: Sunday from 12pm
Book: Call 01932 782415
You can read our review here.
33. The Windmill, Windlesham
Enjoy one of five delicious Sunday Roasts. All of the meat roasts are served with goose-fat-roasted potatoes, seasonal greens, honey-roasted carrots, Yorkshire puddings and gravy.
Where: London Road, GU20 6PJ
Available: Sunday 12pm-9.30pm
Book: Call 01276 451330
34. The Plough Inn, Cobham
The kitchen team make as much as possibe from scratch and they keep the menu fresh with seasonal British ingredients. choose from roast topside of native breed beef, roasted leg of Swaledale lamb, half lemon and thyme roasted chicken or have a bit of everything. Roasts are srved with duck fat potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and seasonal vegetables.
Where: Plough Lane, Downside, KT11 3LT
Available: Sunday 12pm-6.30pm
Book: Call 01932 589790
35. The Castle Inn, Farnham
The chic gastro pub s located in the historic market town of Farnham, halfway down the quaint Castle Street in a gorgeous Georgian building.
All roast dishes are served with crisp roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and rich gravy.
Where: Castle Street, GU9 7HR
Available: Sunday
Book: Call 01252 899970
36. The Victoria, Oxshott
Choose from pork, chicken, fish or a vegetarian option. There is also roast sirloin of Cornish beef with all the trimmings, which can be served as individual plates or a roast to share and carve at the table. All meat dishes are served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and a selection of fresh, seasonal vegetables and gravy.
Where: High Street, KT22 0JR
Available: Sunday 12pm
Book: Call 01372 841900
37. Kingfisher on The Quay, Frimley Green
With views of a large tranquil lake, the roasts on offer always includes beef, pork and one vegetarian roast with the addition of chef’s recommendations including roast chicken and lamb shank.
Where: Coleford Bridge Road, GU16 6DS
Available: Sunday 12pm-9pm
Book: Call 01252 372656
38. Wild Carrot restaurant and bar, Dogmersfield
Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire offers an extra special Sunday roast.
Available inside the five star hotel's stunning Wild Carrot restaurant , the Farmers Market Lunch certainly offers diners a touch of luxury - expect oysters and mussels as well as classic roast meat with spectacular views of the estate's parkland .
At £65 per adult, customers will not leave hungry as the price includes unlimited trips to the hot carvery station including visits to a huge table loaded with cheese and biscuits.
Where: Dogmersfield Park, Chalky Lane, RG27 8TD
Available: Sunday, 12.30pm–3.30pm
Book: Call 01252 853100
You can read our review here.
