RestaurantsMonmouthshireColefordGL16
The Speech House Hotel, Speech House Road, Coleford, GL16 7EL

Owner's description

Verderers’ is our fine dining restaurant within The Speech House – from an intimate meal for two through to a private function for up to 50 people. Perfect if you’re looking for a more formal dining setting with a modern twist. The historic beamed Verderer’s Court restaurant reflects the room’s continuing use as a courthouse for the Forest of Dean Verderers.

Offering you an imaginative fine dining menu which our talented Head Chef, Gareth Jenkins, changes seasonally. The dishes are prepared with fresh, and as far as possible, locally sourced ingredients. We cater for vegetarians, vegans and special dietary requirements – just let us know. 

Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
SundayLunch £23.95 £28.95

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£8.50 £20.00 £4.00 £7.50
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £19.55
Filter Coffee £2.70
Extras  
Service 10.00%

Restaurant details

Highchair,Menu,Portions
25, 60
No dress code
1

Private dining

Whether you’re looking for a private dining room for a small and intimate wedding celebration, a client lunch, or special birthday dinner – the Speech House can cater for your occasion.

We can offer a range of rooms, from The Verderers’ Court for groups up to 60, The Carolean which seats up to 25 for a more intimate experience, or one of our heated Outdoor Dens, seating 6 for those cosy evenings with twinkling lights.



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The Speech House Hotel, Speech House Road, Coleford, GL16 7EL
Opening hours
Monday6 pm‑9 pm
Tuesday6 pm‑9 pm
Wednesday6 pm‑9 pm
Thursday6 pm‑9 pm
Friday6 pm‑9 pm
Saturday6 pm‑9 pm
Sunday12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm

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