I recently read a fantastic post by Spruce Eats about the history of the British Sunday roast. According to the article “The Sunday Roast came to prominence during the reign of King Henry VII in 1485, and the Yeoman of the Guard–the royal bodyguard–have affectionately been known as ‘beefeaters’ since the 15th century because of their love of eating roast beef.” It goes on to say that “in 1871, William Kitchener, author of Apicius Redivivus or The Cook’s Oracle, recommended eating 3 kg (6lb) of meat each week as part of a healthy diet (he also recommended 2 kilos of bread and a pint of beer every day).”
These days we eat far less meat, and many of us have given it up for good. If like me, you love nothing more on a Sunday than to enjoy a delicious, hearty Sunday roast, then take a look at my round up listing 20 of the best Sunday lunch roasts to try in Worcestershire.
Looking for a delicious roast in Herefordshire? Check out my list of 14 of the best Sunday lunch roasts to try in Herefordshire. You can also search the food & drink directory for more quality, local recommendations of where to eat and drink in the Three Counties.
Buckland Manor
Make sure you arrive hungry for Buckland’s three course Sunday lunch. An optional fourth course is listed on the menu to tempt you if you’re feeling particularly fancy. Buckland Manor transforms you back in time to the days of formal dining (gents, you’ll need a a jacket to be worn in the dining room), and ladies don’t forget your pearls. The roasts are plentiful and the starter / dessert courses are refined. After you’ve added an aperitif or two and bottle of plonk to the equation, lunch will set you back a pretty penny, but you’ll soon appreciate why when you set your eyes on the beautiful manor house and grounds.
Time: 12:30 pm – 2 pm
Cost: Three courses £50
Menu: www.bucklandmanor.co.uk
Book: Call 01386 852 626
Eckington Manor, Pershore
The roasted Eckington Manor beef and loin of pork are a must! The award winning pedigree herds of Aberdeen Angus and Highland cattle; Lleyn sheep; and Gloucester Old Spot Pigs are reared on Eckington Manor’s own farm.
Time: Available 12:30 pm-2 pm
Cost: Two courses £30, three courses £38
Menu: www.eckingtonmanor.co.uk
Book: Call 01386 751600
Feli’s Bar & Restaurant, Pershore
Feli’s Bar & Restaurant put on a Sunday lunch platter which includes: Stuffed chicken filled with a forcemeat stuffing, leg of lamb and mini joint pork loin infused with herbs, wine jus, roasted vegetables, rosemary potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. The baby joint of ribeye beef comes with wine jus, roasted vegetables, rosemary potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. (subject to availability; please mention when booking to avoid disappointment).
Time: Available 12 noon-2 pm
Cost: Sunday platter (chicken, lamb & pork) – £14 per person, Rib-eye beef £16.50 per person (minimum of 2 persons)
Menu: www.felisrestaurant.com
Book: Call 01905 840647
Food & Liquor at Danesbury House, Worcester
Sunday’s at Food & Liquor offer something for everyone! The selection of small plates are great for sharing or to have as a starter. If you’d rather a brunch then you can choose from the crab benedict, nduja baked eggs or Caldeirada (a Portuguese fish stew). All roast are served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, roasted carrot, Spring greens, leek gratin & gravy. You can even go big with Food & Liquor’s sharing roasts, which also come with all the trimmings. Take a friend (and your appetite), and the two of you can enjoy a a feast with a choice of slow-braised Cotswold lamb shoulder, wood-fired who chicken or why not treat yourselves to the Hereford Boston rib?
Time: Available 12 noon – 5 pm
Cost: Two courses £28, three courses £34
Menu: www.foodandliquor.co.uk
Book: Call 01905 590030
Madresfield Butchers and Grill, Malvern
Madresfield Butchers and Grill is dedicated to farm-to-table dining, with all their meat sourced directly from the Madresfield Estate, located just 2 miles away at the foot of the Malvern Hills. The restaurant’s menu is the product of a thoughtful collaboration between Farm Manager Tim Hassell, butcher John Hearn, and Head Chef Rory Warnock and his talented team. Every Sunday roast is served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and cauliflower cheese, ensuring a delicious and locally sourced meal.
Time: Available 12 noon-5 pm
Cost: £17-23
Menu: Madresfieldbutchersandgrill.co.uk
Book: Call 01905 964089
Native, Tenbury Wells
Native is a farm-to-table restaurant with rooms on the Herefordshire-Worcestershire border, offering hyper-seasonal, modern British fine dining from wild food pioneers Ivan Tisdall-Downes and Imogen Davis. Sundays feature Native’s weekly changing Sunday Lunch, showcasing their nose-to-tail philosophy. Expect hearty classics like terrines with crusty bread, fire-roasted meats, and potatoes crisped in fat.
Time: Available 12 noon-4 pm
Cost: From £45
Menu: www.nativerestaurant.co.uk
Book: Call 01885 410333
Ostlers at Number 1, Worcester
Sunday roasts at Ostlers are served with Duck fat roasted potatoes, honey glazed parsnips, seasonal greens, green beans, gravy and either a Yorkie, pigs in blanket or crackling / stuffing, depending on which meat you choose.
Time: Available 12 noon-4 pm
Cost: One course £19.95, two courses £24.95
Menu: www.ostlersatnumber1.uk
Book: Call 01905 21302
Ounce Bar & Kitchen, Worcester
The Butcher’s Sunday roast at Ounce is served with seasonal vegetables, homemade Yorkshire pudding & enjoyable trimmings.
Time: Available 12 noon-6 pm
Cost: £19-22
Menu: www.ouncebar.co.uk
Book: Call 01905 330460
Rise + Grind, Bishampton
All roasts are served with roast potatoes, cauliflower cheese, winter roots, savoy cabbage, leeks and sugar snaps.
Time: Available 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Cost: £13-16
Menu: www.risegrind.co.uk
Book: Call 01905 964460
Russells of Broadway
Since opening in 2004, Russell’s has become a renowned award-winning restaurant and hotel located in the idyllic Cotswold village of Broadway. The menu changes weekly, but there’s always a good choice of meat roasts, fish dishes and a vegetarian option available. All roasts come served with roast potatoes, cauliflower cheese, seasonal vegetables and roast jus.
Time: Available 12 noon – 6 pm
Cost: Two courses £38, three courses £43
Menu: www.russellsofbroadway.co.uk
Book: Call 01386 853555
The Anchor Pub & Kitchen, Worcester
Sunday lunch at The Anchor Pub & Kitchen. Choose from butchers roast beef strip, Cotswold pork loin or free-range roast chicken breast. All served with lashings of gravy, potatoes and parsnips. Pub classics such as; fish & chips, vegan tart and steak burger are also available.
Time: Available 12 noon-4 pm (booking essential)
Cost: £17.95 – 21.50
Menu: www.theanchorworcester.co.uk
Book: Call 01905 351094
The Boot Inn, Flyford Flavell
The Boot Inn in Flyford Flavell is a family run traditional Country Coaching Inn, serving good food, ales and wines. The Sunday lunch menu offers a choice of roast Topside of beef, honey & mustard roast gammon and half roast chicken. Or, if you can’t decide you can enjoy a slice of all 3 meats for £22. All roasts come served with roast potatoes, baby new potatoes, roasted parsnips, fresh seasonal vegetables and Yorkshire pudding. Glamorgan sausages and a carrot wellington with spiced marmalade are on the menu as a vegetarian option.
Time: Available 12 noon – 4 pm
Cost: One course, £13-22
Menu: www.thebootinn.com
Book: Call 01386 462658
The Brook, Redditch
The Brook is a charming 18th-century pub tucked away in the Worcestershire countryside, offering a cosy, informal atmosphere complete with two open fires. The dog-friendly bar area ensures your four-legged friends are welcome too!
The Brook’s philosophy is simple: they focus on sustainable, high-quality ingredients, paired with a great selection of beers, wines, and spirits, all in a relaxed setting. Every Sunday roast at The Brook is served with crispy roast potatoes, honey-roasted parsnips, cauliflower cheese, and a variety of locally sourced vegetables.
Time: 2:30 pm – 6 pm
Cost: £18.50 – 19:50
Menu: www.thebrook.pub
Book: Call 01527 543209
The Cotswold Kitchen, Evesham
The Cotswold Kitchen is nestled among the rolling hills of Worcestershire, offering menus filled with British classics and soulful dishes with a twist—made with the freshest farm-to-fork ingredients. With cosy, rustic vibes, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxed meal. Every Sunday, they serve up a hearty roast dinner complete with all the trimmings.
Time: Available 12 noon – 3 pm
Cost: Two courses £17.95
Menu: www.thecotswold.kitchen
Book: Call 01242 850350
The Hart at Headless Cross, Redditch
The Hart at Headless Cross is a traditional high street pub with a community feel and an independent vibe.
The pub is family friendly – children are welcome, dogs are encouraged!
All roasts come served with roast potatoes, honey and cumin roasted parsnips, honey & caraway carrots, buttered seasonal greens, Yorkshire pudding, red wine jus.
Time: Available 12:30 pm until sell out! (food served until 9 pm)
Cost: £16.95-£17.95
Menu: www.thehartpub.co.uk
Book: Email hello@thehartpub.co.uk
The Red Lion, Cradley
The Red Lion in Cradley serves a Sunday lunch menu that perfectly balances tradition and quality. Featuring locally sourced ingredients, the menu offers a variety of roast options, including tender cuts of beef, pork, and lamb, each served with fluffy Yorkshire puddings, crisp roast potatoes, and seasonal vegetables. Vegetarian diners are also catered to with hearty options like the roasted butternut squash and wild mushroom Wellington. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on fresh, local produce, The Red Lion’s Sunday roasts offer a comforting and delicious meal that’s hard to beat.
Time: Available from 12 noon-8 pm
Cost: £18
Menu: www.redlioncradley.co.uk
Book: Call 01886 880318
The Inn & Brasserie, Childswickham
The Inn & Brasserie Childswickham is a rural pub and restaurant located in the North Cotswolds, situated in the small idyllic village of Childswickham, which is just two miles outside of Broadway. A full al a carte menu is available on Sundays, including a choice of roast sirloin of beef served with Yorkshire pudding & roast potatoes or roast loin of pork with crackling, apple sauce & roast potatoes (roasts are subject to change).
Time: Available from 12 noon-5 pm
Cost: Two courses £25.50, three courses £31.50
Menu: www.childswickhaminn.co.uk
Book: Call 01386 852461
The Inn at Welland, Nr. Malvern
Nestled on the outskirts of Malvern and just outside tourist hot spot Upton-Upon-Severn, this family run country inn is a South Worcestershire culinary gem. The menu changes regularly, although you can expect to see the 28day aged Herefordshire Sirloin beef as a staple. As well as a vegetarian roast, there is also a vegetarian main dish and a seafood choice available, making The Inn at Welland the perfect place to enjoy a Sunday lunch on a special occasion.
Time: Available from 12 noon-3 pm (last orders)
Cost: Two courses £29.50, three courses £37 (£3 supplement for the beef)
Menu: www.theinnatwelland.co.uk/menus
Book: Call 01684 592317
The Jockey Inn, Baughton (Earls Croome)
Under the new ownership of Andy and Em since March 2024, The Jockey Inn in Baughton has quickly established itself as a top destination for Sunday roasts. The menu, crafted by their new Head Chef, showcases locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every dish is fresh and flavourful. Diners can choose from a selection of succulent roast meats, including beef, pork, and chicken, all served with seasonal vegetables, golden roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, and rich gravy. For vegetarians, the menu offers creative options like the butternut squash, spinach, and goat’s cheese Wellington. With the returning Maître D’ enhancing the dining experience, The Jockey Inn combines excellent food with warm hospitality, making it a must-visit for Sunday lunch.
Time: Available 12 noon-4 pm
Cost: Two courses £28.50, three courses £33.50, (children under 10 half price)
Menu: www.thejockeyinn.co.uk
Book: Call 01684 592153
The Yorkshire Grey, Earl’s Croome
Anyone who follows me on Instagram will know that The Yorkshire Grey is one of my favourite local Sunday lunch spots. Slow roasted Topside of beef is a regular staple on the menu, with other rotating options such as, slow roasted leg of lamb, roasted rolled belly of por, a vegetarian roast. For those who can’t decide which meat to go for, there is an option to go with two roasts (£22) or three roasts (£26). A children’s roast is also available for £10. All meat roasts are served with hearty portions of roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, roasted carrots & parsnips, pigs in blankets, cauliflower cheese, fresh seasonal greens, gravy and served for the whole table to enjoy.
Time: Available 12 noon -3 pm
Cost: £14-£26 (three meats)
Menu: www.yorkshiregrey.co.uk/menu
Book: 01684 594852
Looking for a delicious roast in Herefordshire? Check out my list of 13 of the best Sunday lunch roasts to try in Herefordshire. You can also search the food & drink directory for more quality, local recommendations of where to eat and drink in the Three Counties.
Article last updated October 2024
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