Surrey Oaks

The Soaks has done more to support micro-breweries than any other pub in this guide. Two guest beers are available and these are constantly changing. On average a new beer to the pub comes on sale every day. In the summer months golden ales and wheat beers are popular. In winter expect to find porters, stouts and old ales. A mild will always be available in May. A beer festival in a marquee takes place over the August Bank Holiday when the pub is open all day. With real cider and perry, served direct from the cellar, it is unsurprising that the Surrey Oaks has been voted the East and Mid Surrey Camra Pub of the Year on numerous occasions. The middle "Members Bar" has many framed certificates on the wall to give testament to this, along with a number of animal paintings. The building itself dates in part from the 16^th century, but only became a pub in 1850 having previously been a wheelwright’s cottage. Internally there are a number of distinct drinking areas. To the left is the Georgian restaurant and bar and to the right of the serving area is a low-beamed flagstone bar which has a large inglenook fireplace complete with wood burning stove, and low beams covered in pumpclips. Fresh flowers are used to decorate the bar area and dried hops can be found throughout the pub. Finally there is a separate pool room. Am outside barn houses a skittle alley which can be hired. Homemade food is also a feature and a number of daily specials are always available – particularly recommended are the chef’s pies. No food is sold either Sunday or Monday evenings. Outside is a large garden and a children’s play area. Also to be found here is a boule pitch. Locals use this in the summer months with perhaps more enthusiasm than skill! Check out the website for details of forthcoming guest beers. The Camra Surrey Pub of the Year 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 and Regional Pub of the Year 2006. East & Mid Surrey and Surrey Pub of the Year 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012.

                 
Symbols explained

Last Updated: 04 Mar 2012