Idyllically positioned in the heart of the New Forest, once a Royal Hunting Lodge dating back to the 17th Century near the town of Fordingbridge. You can find wild animals such as ponies, cattle, pigs, and donkeys grazing outside. The Royal Oak is a cosy, characterful thatched pub serving local cask ales, fine wines, and freshly prepared food using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, the menu features traditional pub comforts and modern British dishes.

Whether enjoying a light snack and refreshing beverage in the beautiful picturesque beer garden during the warmer months, or a hearty meal come winter, all guests, including our four-legged friends, will experience a warm welcome and the highest of standards in unique yet ambient surroundings.

The bar has plenty to offer featuring local cask ales from local micro-breweries. Naturally, we serve a range of premium brand spirits including 18 plus gins. We also have an array of wines including fizz from around the world. For those who fancy a non-alcoholic beverage, we have a wide range of softies including an alcohol-free gin!

We always advise making a reservation. We hate turning people away and leaving them disappointed!

Please make your reservation below, if the date or time you’d prefer doesn’t appear then unfortunately its unavailable.

If you require a high chair or wheelchair access then please state in the booking notes when making your reservation.

We have a 15 minute grace period on tables from your selected reservation time so please let us know if you’re running late or unable to attend your reservation.

PARTIES OVER 10 GUESTS:  Will require a £10 per person deposit and a pre-order. Please email eat@royaloakgorley.com to check availability.

SUNDAY RESERVATION: will have a two hour allocated lunch sitting at the table from your time of booking.

IMPORTANT: Please check your junk mail if you have not received confirmation before calling.

The Royal Oak is very much dog-friendly. We have limited tables in our dog-friendly pub dining area. Water Bowls & Treats provided – We even have our Sir Woofchester’s Dog Menu available.

To reserve a table in this area please tick the box on the form or contact us – 01425 652 244

At the Royal Oak, our food is popular with both guests and locals who can dine in our comfortable relaxing atmosphere. We prefer to use fresh local produce for our dishes.

With the New Forest on our doorstep, we have plenty of local suppliers. Our meat is sourced less than 3 miles away at Godshill from New Pastures Butchers. The coast is a short stone’s throw away which means our fish is always fresh and line caught where possible.

As well as Lunch and Dinner we serve a Traditional Sunday Roast every Sunday.

Select Country Inns is a small independent group of pubs, inns and hotels offering good quality food and accommodation. Located in Hampshire and Wiltshire.