Sow and Pigs, The only Thundridge Pub still going!
The 'Sow and Pigs' was formally known as the 'Five Horses shoes' and 1660 was run by William Hatton, who had kept an alehouse in
the village 12 years before this - which was closed for disorderliness!
In 1758 it was the 'Five Horse-shoes', then 'The Fox' and then again 'The Five Horseshoes'.
In 1777 it was purchased by a Hoddesdon brewer and soon after it became known as the 'Sow and Pigs', probably named after ancient
game called 'My Sow's Pigged' (not to be confused with the modern game 'Pass the Pigs').
Also by the look of this new photo it would appear that the white feather edge boarding on either end are additions to the original building, plus the south end (left of picture) the brick work and roof is also slightly different?
Recently refurbished to a high standard offering excellent ales and food. Recently added covered outside area for Alfresco eating.
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Sow & Pigs Menu. note this menu is only a taster of what is available - ahaa!
Appetizers:
Freshly made soup of the day with Crusty Bread - £4.00
Warm Tart of Mozzarella, Vine Tomatoes, Basil Pesto and aged Balsamic Vinegar - £5.95
Terrine of Pork Fillet, Black Pudding, Caramelized Apples and Grain Mustard - £5.95
Baked Camembert for two to share - £6.25
Salmon and Watercress Fishcake, Dressed Leaves, Lemon and Vinaigrette - £5.95 or as a main with hand cut chips - £11.95
Saute Mushrooms with Spring Onions, Shaved Parmesan and Grilled Focaccia - £6.50
King Prawn Salad served with a Lemon and Dill Mayonnaise - £6.95 or as a main - £11.95
King Prawns in Garlic Butter - £6.95
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Main Course:
Deep Fried catch of the day, Hand Cut Chips, Homemade Tartare Sauce and Lemon - £11.95
Trio of Sausages served with Mustard Mashed Potatoes, Onion Gravy and Fresh Vegetables - £10.50
Honey and Clove Glazed Gammon, Fried Eggs, Hand Cut Chips and Piccalilli - £11.95
Grilled Pork Cutlet with Dauphinoise Potatoes, Fried Savoy Cabbage, Apple and Cider Chutney - £12.50
Sacombe Farm (local farm produce) Rib-Eye or Rump Steak with Grilled Flat Mushrooms, Tomato And Hand Cut Chips (Choice of Herb or Garlic Butter - Hollandaise or Bearnaise Sauce) - £16.95
Supreme of Chicken Stuffed with a Stilton Herb Mouse wrapped in Smoked Bacon, Fresh Vegetables and Tarragon Gravy - £12.50
Herb Crusted Salmon Fillet served with a Lemon Butter Sauce and Pan Fried Broccoli - £11.50
Grilled Calves Liver and Smoked Bacon with Grain Mustard Mash Potato, Fresh Vegetables and Onion Gravy - £11.50
Stir Fry of Boc Choi (or Bok choy a non-heading cabbage) with Egg Noodles, Chestnut Mushrooms, Peppers and Zucchini (Courgette)- £8.95 (with Prawns or Chicken) - £13.50
Caesar Salad Served with Lemon Glazed Chicken or Grilled Salmon - £11.50
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Sweets:
The sweet selection is subject to many things so you'll just have wait and see!
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Specials:
There is always a 'Special Board' of the day, so ring and book to find out more!
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Book early: 01920 463 281
The Sow and Pigs
Cambridge Road
Thundridge
Nr.Ware
Herts. SG12 0ST