The White Oak
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"Friendly pub serving food with flair in historic Thames-side village."
Overview
Set in artist Stanley Spencer’s beloved Cookham, The White Oak successfully pulls off that delicate balance of creating a restaurant space but retaining a genuine pubby vibe for drinkers. The cosy, no-nonsense interior dovetails perfectly with unpretentious cooking guided by seasonal produce in hearty, flavoursome modern British dishes. There’s an inviting outdoor terrace for warmer days.
Ratings & awards
1 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
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Location: - A friendly pub in the historic Thames-side village of Cookham in Berkshire.
Menus: - Seasonal menus, with a Shellfish Saturday Menu & classic Sunday Lunch Menu.
Wine: - A well put together list including cocktails, alcohol-free wines and cocktails.
Secret Supper Club: - Offering a carefully curated selection of dishes throughout the year.
Service: - Friendly and unassuming, delivered with genuine warmth and a smile.
About the area
Berkshire consists of two distinct parts: the western half, which is predominantly rural, with the Lambourn Downs spilling down to the River Lambourn and the Berkshire Downs to the majestic Thames, and the eastern half of Berkshire, which offers plenty of opportunity to get out and savour open spaces. Reading and Newbury are the county’s major towns, and the River Kennet flows through them both
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