There are few better ways to spend a Sunday than sat down at a table with a good roast, and if you’re based in or around Stoke Golding, you’re well placed to get exactly that. Whether you’re after a traditional village pub with real ales on tap or somewhere a little more refined for a family occasion, this part of Leicestershire has a range of options worth knowing about.
From the village local to a handful of spots within easy reach near Hinckley and Nuneaton, here are five places worth considering for your next Sunday lunch near Stoke Golding.
1. The George and Dragon, Stoke Golding
Station Road, Stoke Golding, CV13 6EZ
· Rated 4.6/5 on Tripadvisor
· Dog-friendly with a beer garden
· Owned by Church End Brewery, with a wide selection of real ales
For Sunday lunch in Stoke Golding itself, The George and Dragon is your natural starting point. It has a well-deserved reputation as one of the village’s favourite pubs, with generous portions, a warm atmosphere and a Sunday roast on the last Sunday of the month that has a comforting, home-cooked style.
Being part of the Church End Brewery family means the drinks offering here includes a rotating selection of cask ales to complement your Sunday dinner. And, for those with dogs in tow, the pub’s dog-friendly policy and beer garden make it a practical, sociable choice, too.
2. The Bricklayers, near Stoke Golding
Leicester Road, Sharnford, LE10 3PP
· Traditional pub setting with a welcoming atmosphere
· Known for a hearty Sunday roast menu
· Conveniently located a short drive from Stoke Golding
A short drive from the village, The Bricklayers is a good option for a Sunday roast near Stoke Golding. Set in a traditional pub environment, it’s a straightforward and welcoming choice for those who want something close to home without straying too far from familiar surroundings.
The Bricklayers serves a traditional Sunday roast with a good selection of locally sourced options, making it a solid option for those after something hearty and unfussy. It sits close enough to the village to feel local, while offering a slightly different setting for those who fancy a change of scene on a Sunday afternoon.
3. The Milestone, Hinckley
Leicester Road, Hinckley, LE10 1LS
· Reliable pub classics in a relaxed setting
· Popular with families at weekends
· Good parking and easy to get to from Stoke Golding
Just a short distance from the village, The Milestone in Hinckley is always there for those after a Sunday roast near Stoke Golding. The gastropub’s menu keeps things classic with well-cooked meats, generous vegetables, and a proper gravy.
It’s a relaxed, family-friendly environment, and well worth bearing in mind if you’d like an option close to Stoke Golding.
4. Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa, Hinckley
Sketchley Lane, Burbage, LE10 3HU
· A more considered option for special occasions
· Elegant dining room with attentive service
· Well placed for a combined spa and Sunday lunch visit
For those looking for something a little more refined, Sketchley Grange is worth considering for Sunday lunch near Hinckley. Inside its Garden Restaurant, you get a setting that’s elegant, without being overly formal, and a nicely presented Sunday roast fitting of the atmosphere.
It’s worth booking ahead, particularly if you’re planning a celebratory meal, or, combining your visit with time at the spa. It’s good to bear that option in mind, as it makes Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa a handy place for birthdays, anniversaries, and special days out, too.
5. Hercules Revived, Sutton Cheney
Main Street, Sutton Cheney, CV13 0AG
· Award-winning gastropub, rated 4.5/5
· 17th-century coaching inn
· Sunday lunch served 12pm-4pm
Tucked beside Bosworth Battlefield in the pretty village of Sutton Cheney, the Hercules Revived is a sophisticated gastropub – likely one of the most regarded in the area – and is the best choice for fine-dining fans, or anyone looking for a fresh take on the typical Sunday roast.
The Sunday menu features locally sourced seasonal food, quality roasts, inventive starters, and an impressive wine list curated by the in-house sommelier. It’s a special place, and more than worth the short drive from Stoke Golding.
Finding the right spot for Sunday lunch near Stoke Golding
There are, of course, other options in the area, so it’s always worth exploring what’s available locally. For some, being able to walk to a village pub will be the priority. For others, it might be the style of food or the setting that matters most.
The good news is that those based in and around Stoke Golding have a variety of reliable choices to consider, and that’s part of what makes this corner of Leicestershire such a pleasant place to call home.
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