The H&C News team recently took time out to consider and quietly celebrate progress and developments over the last year (most visibly, the transformation of our website), as well as make plans for the months ahead.
The weather being fine, we decided to visit The Stag on the River, a Red Mist Leisure pub (and hotel) at Eashing, near Godalming in Surrey, which enjoys an idyllic location next to the fast-flowing river, ample space and facilities to eat outside (see photo above) and – as we discovered – an excellent kitchen. Not to mention beer provided by the nearby Hogs Back Brewery…
Without exception, the food was approved and enjoyed by our small group and, judging by the comments and cleared plates on surrounding tables, by the diners around us.
Our starters ranged from Chilled Gazpacho – perfect on a hot day – to Steamed Mussels (leeks, Hazy Hog English Cider, cream and herbs, served with granary bread). These were followed by Crab Linguini (a generous portion of perfectly cooked linguini with a well judged warmth from chilli, lime, sundried tomatoes, and grilled king prawns), Pan-roasted Duck Breast (with watercress salad, mouli, sweet potato, chips and plum chutney that was so delicious that an extra portion was required). And the sirloin steak and chips was also highly rated by the colleague who couldn’t resist red meat!
For those who like to indulge as we did on this occasion, the Dark Chocolate Eclair (filled with white chocolate mousse and berry coulis) looked substantial but proved light and much enjoyed; whilst the Summer Fruit Filo Tart (with crème patisserie and Chantilly cream) was not only tempting but delicious.
The Stag on the River has ample dining accommodation inside for cold or wet days, but is irresistible outside in fine weather. And it’s not always the case that excellent location is matched as it was here by the food and service!
This part of Surrey/Hampshire is well-served by Red Mist who also own and operate The Wheatsheaf at Farnham, Duke of Cambridge at Tilford, Queen’s Head at East Clandon, and Exchequer at Crookham Village. We look forward to checking that they match the standards set at The Stag on the River…
The Stag on the River – Village Pub, Inn & Dining
Lower Eashing Lane, Eashing, Surrey, GU7 2QG
01483 421 568