Please note! During the Christmas week, our opening times may vary.

This week has been an exciting one for Almond Family Pubs. We’ve been endorsed not one, not twice, but 3 times! And by some very famous faces…

Last but definitely not least… The Jolly sailor was recently mentioned by the VERY famous Jason Manford. Jason Manford is local to the area and has been spotted a few times in the Jolly, enjoying a carvery or participating in our weekly quiz.. When recently interviewed, Jason was asked his favourite pub and after a thought, he said the Jolly Sailor!! We’re so pleased to be mentioned and we look forward to welcoming him back soon!

It’s Time to Talk About Christmas!

We love Christmas 🎄 and we think nothing says Christmas better than family & friends around a table, enjoying great food & great company…

So from Christmas menus to gift cards, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season!

FESTIVE FAYRE MENU

This December our famous Festive Fayre menu is back with some exciting new dishes & offers, as well as a brand new children’s menu for under 11’s.
We’re delighted to announce that the Jolly Sailor carvery will be returning 7 days a week throughout December. Our teams are proud to serve you a delicious festive feast… from our family to yours.

Main & Dessert for £22, (plus a voucher for 25% off in 2025!)
£12 for children under 11
Available Monday – Saturday, Lunch & Dinner, 2nd – 23rd December

What’s on the Menu

OUR FAMOUS CARVERY
Choose on the day from a selection of hand-carved, overnight slow-roasted joints
Served with an array of festive sides including:
Triple-cooked roasties | Colcannon mash | Honey-roasted parsnips | Redcurrant braised red cabbage
Caraway buttered carrots | Chilli & rosemary roasted butternut squash
A selection of rich homemade gravies & sauces | Home-baked Yorkshire pudding

MAKE IT VEGAN WITH OUR PLANT-BASED ‘TURKEY’ BREAST
Served alongside our festive sides | Vegan gravy
Treat yourself to a pig in blanket or courgette-wrapped Halloumi ‘veggie pig’ (V) (+£1.75)

THE FESTIVE BURGER
6oz beef short rib & marrowbone patty | Brie | Plum pudding chutney | Topped with a pig in blanket | Skin on fries | Winter slaw

SALT & PEPPER BEEF FEATHERBLADE (NGI) (+£3.50)
6-hour roasted featherblade of beef | Sprout colcannon mash | Tenderstem broccoli | Rich, homemade gravy

OVEN-ROASTED COD FILLET
With a lemon & herb crust | Warm potato & samphire ‘salad’ | Creamy saffron sauce

SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA PIE (VE)
Maple glazed parsnips | Seasonal greens | Vegan gravy

DESSERTS
BRAMLEY APPLE & CINNAMON CRUMBLE (NGI) | Honeycomb ice cream
MINCE PIE CHEESECAKE | Brandy cream
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS PUDDING | Brandy sauce
CHERRY & CHOCOLATE SLICE (VE) | Jug of pouring cream

Festive Fayre Terms & Conditions:
-Available Monday to Saturday, Lunch & Dinner (Normal menu available Sundays)
– A pre-order is needed to confirm your booking
-Bookings taken for any number in December | £5 deposit per person
-The festive menu is compulsory for bookings of 10 or more | 20 or more carvery & dessert only
-Due to market conditions, we withhold the right to alter this offer at any time

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THE BIG DAYS

Christmas Eve – Bookings 12 pm – 9 pm
Boxing Day – Bookings 12 pm – 7 pm
New Year’s Eve – Bookings 12 pm – 9 pm (8 pm at the Puss in Boots & Jolly Sailor)
New Year’s Day – Bookings 12 pm – 6 pm

The Big Days Terms & Conditions
Sunday menu applies
£10 deposit per person
Bookings taken for any number
We ask all guests to vacate two hours after booking time

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CHRISTMAS DAY

Three-course luxury menu with Limoncello Spritz on arrival, coffee, mince pie & decorations
£85 per person (£40 for children under 10)
Booking 12-2pm, bar until 3pm (4pm if dining)

TO BOOK PLEASE CALL YOUR FAVOURITE ALMOND FAMILY PUB

Please note – places are filling up quickly!

Christmas Day Terms & Conditions:
A £40 (£20 for children) deposit is due immediately
Bookings taken for any number 
Full Christmas Day pre-order needed by 1st Dec

• Service Charge
  We add a discretionary 10% service charge to your bill as most of us now use cards over cash. Our fantastic team receive 100% off tips. We’re more than happy to take this off, just let us know.
• Changes to your booking
  If you find yourself running more than 15 minutes late or would like to make any changes to your reservation, please call us and ask to speak to the manager on duty. If you are more than 15 minutes late, and we haven’t heard from you, we may have to give your table to someone else.
• Dogs
  Well-behaved dogs are welcome in our bar area all day Monday- Wednesday, and Thursday – Saturday, until 7pm.
  We are unable to take bookings for parties with dogs as our only bookable areas are dog-free, as we are a pub at heart, we don’t believe in taking bookings in our bar area. If you are wanting to dine with your dog, please just come along and we will find you the next available table.
• Your table
  Your table is required back 2 hours after your booking time. While we will always do our best to accommodate your preferred table, regrettably, this isn’t always possible.
• Dining outside
  If you are looking to dine alfresco, just come down to the pub and speak to the host on the day. Our outside tables are seated on a first-come, first-served basis and are not able to be reserved.
• Dates not available
  We may not accept bookings for certain times/dates & busy sittings. If you cannot see your preferred date or time, please call the pub and we will be happy to check availability for you.
• Sundays
  If you are reserving for a Sunday,  you will be dining from our Sunday menu and prices may vary.  (The majority of our special offers & our vouchers are not available on Sundays).
• Accessibility
  If you require access for a wheelchair or any high chairs, then please call us and speak to the duty manager.

For our 10th One Small Step Pub Walk, we are not charging entry fee for anyone with PWS and their immediate families (i.e, parents & siblings) – Please email Hannah@almond-pubs.co.uk to confirm your place.

How much is it for children?
This year we have changed our pricing for children of primary school age (under 11). We have taken off the £10 donation that goes straight to charity and are instead charging a more pocket-friendly £8.
Infants under 4 are free of charge; infant t-shirts are available to purchase for £5. Please contact Hannah for yours – Hannah@almond-pubs.co.uk or buy on the morning at the Fletchers Arms (sizes may be limited)

Is the route pushchair friendly?
The route was planned to be scenic and as enjoyable as possible and, as a result, is mainly off-road. There are styles, narrow/ overgrown pathways, and uneven surfaces…just to make it that little bit more challenging! The route may therefore be difficult for cyclists, wheelchair users and children in prams/ buggies (although definitely doable with some helping hands!).

If you wish to join us at a later point we suggest that the Spread Eagle or Puss in Boots would be more suitable for anyone worried about the off-road parts. There will be no charge for anyone only completing part of the walk, however, please note that all refreshments and food will need to be paid for as normal. For anyone wanting to get in the spirit, One Small Step T-shirts will be available to purchase for £5 at all of the pubs. All money from the sale of the t-shirts will go straight to the FPWR UK.

We would recommend if only completing a shorter version that it is better to complete the later sections so you get to cross the finish line and enjoy the party atmosphere at Jolly Sailor.

I still have my T-shirt from last year, can I wear this?
If you have your t-shirt from last year then please do bring it along to wear as this will save the charity significant money.

Are there vegetarian/ vegan/ gluten free items available on the day?
Yes of course! Please let us know your requirements in the sign-up form so that we can arrange for this to be available at the Puss in Boots ( You will be given a different coloured ticket so that the pub can easily see your requirements).

I am no longer able to make it, can I get my money back?
Yes of course, please just let us know so that we can arrange for your payment to be refunded. In the past we’ve found many of you have been generous when unable to attend and have donated your fee (thank you!!). If you’re unable to attend but would still like to donate your fee then please let us know as soon as you can. This way we can easily ensure the full fee goes to charity and we may be able to fill your spaces again.

Some people in the group are starting later, what should we do?
Just let us know, you can either pick up their t-shirt and meal ticket from registration or we can arrange for it to be left at a pub of your choice.

How can I get sponsors?

We’ve found the best way to fundraise is through Just Giving. You can fundraise through Just Giving in two ways.
1 – Set up your own Just Giving page. This way you’ll know how much you personally have contributed to the charity.
2 – Share our general Just Giving page between your friends and family. This saves you the job of setting it up but will make it more difficult for you to work out how much you’ve raised.
Our general Just Giving page is: https://www.justgiving.com/page/almond-pubs-osspubwalk2024

You can download a paper sponsor form by following this link and print your own or pop in to one of the pubs, where we will have them available for you to pick up.

I don’t want to pay online; can I pay cash?
Yes, please just pop in to any Almond Family Pub and speak to the manager who can sign you up and take your payment

The day will include a pub pit stop at the Spread Eagle, lunch at the Puss in Boots, and finishing with a celebration party at the Jolly Sailor.

There will be a raffle, DJ, bouncy castle & more…

We really hope to see some familiar faces there again, as well as many new walkers. We would love you to invite friends and family and help us make the 10^th event even more memorable!

If you have any questions at all please visit our FAQs page or contact Hannah – Hannah@almond-pubs.co.uk

Live music nights at your favorite pubs!

Looking for a night of great music and good times? Look no further than our live music nights at your favourite pubs! With something for everyone, our live music nights are the perfect way to relax and enjoy a night out with friends. So come on down and see what all the fuss is about!

Calling all quiz lovers!

Our weekly quiz night is every Thursday from 9pm, with free entry and £45 worth of Almond Family Pub vouchers to the winning teams. Whether you’re a trivia whiz or just enjoy a good challenge, our quiz night is the perfect way to test your knowledge and have some fun with friends.

So what are you waiting for? Gather your team and head to your nearest pub for a night of trivia and laughs!

Pens at the ready!