If a beautifully reconfigured 15th-century coaching inn sounds like a stellar place to celebrate special occasions, then you ought to check out Hinds Head. Set in the picturesque village of Bray, just an hour’s train ride out of London, this polished gastropub is renowned for its cosy atmosphere and the kind of stunning food you’d expect from Heston Blumenthal and his team of accomplished chefs.
Dining here is an experience, so whether it’s a business lunch, celebratory dinner or an all-out party you have in mind, you can be sure it will be memorable for all the right reasons. Small gatherings of up to 20 guests will delight in The Vicar’s Room, which lends itself to both meetings and private dining. Equipped with a flat screen TV, a whiteboard/flipcharts, and a beautiful statement dining table hewn from a single trunk of oak, and decorated in regal reds and chandeliers, The Vicar’s Room is an impressive private room whatever the occasion.
If it's a more relaxed space that you're after, mingle with friends, family or clients in The Royal Lounge. Here, there's enough space to enjoy a selection of delectable and creative snacks, alongside the signature cocktails, while socialising. What makes this room really special is its 'cabinet of curiosities' feel, with centuries-old ornuments and paintings.
Food-wise, guests should be more than satisfied with the exemplary cuisine on offer as Heston Blumenthal – a chef well-known for his meticulous attention to details – takes food very seriously. The seasonal menus at Hinds Head are designed to celebrate the best of traditional British cooking and reflect the chefs’ ongoing creative re-imagining of classic dishes. From the pork belly with pearl barley, pickled onions, fennel and wheat beer to the oxtail and kidney pudding with oxtail sauce, it will be a meal neither you or your guests will forget.