Hertfordshire pub named among UK's best for Sunday roasts

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 09:31 · Archive

The Alford Arms in Frithsden has been named among the UK's best for Sunday roasts by Muddy Stilettos.

The Alford Arms in Frithsden has been named among the UK's best Sunday roasts by Muddy Stilettos, a guide that selects spots 'worth planning a weekend around'. Muddy Stilettos foodie experts chose locations based on their local knowledge and the quality of the roast dinner experience offered.

The pub was selected as the Hertfordshire entry after winning Muddy Awards for Best Loved Local Pub in Herts & Beds 2026. It is situated at the edge of Ashridge Forest overlooking the Chiltern Hills. The pub was recently taken over by Little Gems Country Dining from longtime owners David and Becky, though the new team remains committed to preserving what makes it popular.

On Sundays, customers can choose from two roast options, such as sirloin of beef or lamb served with trimmings. The roasts are cooked throughout the day and served until gone. The menu changes every two weeks and features seasonal local produce cooked fresh on site, with dishes including St Ives smoked haddock and salmon fish pie, locally made free-range pork sausages with mash, and homemade sorbets.

How it is being reported

• The Hertfordshire pub home to a 'delicious' roast dinner named among the UK's bestHertfordshire pub The Alford Arms in Frithsden is named among the UK's best Sunday roasts by Muddy Stilettos, praised for seasonal food and local produce.The Comet · 14 Nov, 09:00
• The Hertfordshire pub home to a 'delicious' roast dinner named among the UK's bestHertfordshire pub The Alford Arms in Frithsden is named among the UK's best Sunday roasts by Muddy Stilettos, praised for seasonal food and local produce.Watford Observer · 14 Nov, 07:00

In this story: The Alford Arms · Frithsden · Hertfordshire · Muddy Stilettos · Little Gems Country Dining · Ashridge Forest · Chiltern Hills

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