A pub for paws
Here at the Royal Oak, we love dogs great and small, so bring your four-legged friends and relax in our dog-friendly pub.
Find UsThe Royal Oak is the earliest building in England to house a bar, with parts of the pub dating back to 1002 when it was residence of Queen Emma. It’s earliest reference as a pub dated 1390-1430. Being such a historic pub, ghost hunters and paranormal investiga...
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Royal Oak:
Let us take care of the cooking this Mother's Day, so you can focus on getting in some quality time together.
Join us for Mother's DayDrizzle just got delightful! When the rain pours, so do we – with free pints up for grabs. Keep your eyes on the skies (and the pub doors) because this is one forecast you don’t want to miss!
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Download it nowWe proudly serve freshly cooked traditional pub food throughout the week. Vegan, vegetarian and non-gluten containing options are also available.
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Here at the Royal Oak, we love dogs great and small, so bring your four-legged friends and relax in our dog-friendly pub.
Find UsTry one of our fantastic premium beers: Level Head Session IPA. Beers centuries in the making.
Book your table with usGet your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
Book for Sunday RoastFrom meetings to birthday parties, we have function rooms available for hire - no matter the occasion.
Make an enquiryIntroducing our delicious cocktails, including the refreshing Raspberry Tom Collins.
View our cocktailsLocated in scenic Winchester, the Royal Oak pub is surrounded by natural beauty and plenty to do for visitors. In our immediate vicinity is the National Trust Winchester City Mill, Winchester Planetarium and the 13th century Great Hall known for its links to King Arthur.
Given the University of Winchester is close by we’re a popular stop for families and friends visiting from afar and offer the best in hospitality. We're proud of our food, so only the best ingredients make it onto our menu. Choose from pub classics such as Suffolk Pork Sausages and West Country Cheddar mash, to fish and chips and gourmet burgers - not to mention our carefully prepared daily specials. Enjoy in our beer garden during the summertime or inside for a cosier feel.
Whatever you're looking for, you'll be right at home when you dine with us. Book to dine with us today.
Come for the free Wi-Fi and comfy seating but stay for the character of The Royal Oak! We’re a dog and family friendly pub.
Steak, soups, scotch eggs, sharing platters, sausage and mash or fish and chips: the choice is yours at The Royal Oak. Have what you’re hungry for with our restaurant quality menu offering pub classics, Sunday roast and hot desserts to go with an extensive selection of drinks. Our menu caters for vegetarian, vegan and non-gluten dietary requirements.
Give the gift of a cold pint on a hot day, a family catch up, the perfect place to watch the winning goal, and even more, with the Greene King gift card.