Following an extensive refurbishment, the iconic Turnpike is once again a fabulous, contemporary yet informal country pub restaurant with rooms. The extensive menu, always comprising fresh and locally sourced ingredients is designed to suit all tastes.
The building has seen many facelifts, and in previous lives was known as The Derby Bar, The Darby Hotel (yes, spelt differently on each occasion) and “Exit 22”.
We have six en-suite bedrooms, decorated to the highest standard, allowing for luxurious respite for the mid-week traveller or to celebrate a special occasion.
Our function suite can seat up to 140 with views over Boothwood Reservoir, it is perfect for your wedding day or special anniversary event. Choose from an extensive range of set menus or design your own dishes with the help of one of our highly qualified chefs. Eating is what we are all about. Coupled with a dramatic setting and friendly attentive staff you are always assured of a warm welcome in a relaxed environment.
There is no better way to kick start your day than here at The Turnpike. We are open every day for Breakfast from 9am till Midday (until 11am on a Sunday). You will find a fantastic array of breakfast dishes, all cooked to order, at superb prices.
During the week you will also find our Fixed Price Menu, offering 2 courses for £12 or 3 courses for £15. Available all day Monday to Thursday (excluding Bank Holidays).
Finally The Turnpike Sunday Carvery is an absolute must. Guaranteed to be a delicious feast - all of our meats are accompanied by fresh Yorkshire pudding, seasonal steamed and roast vegetables, dripping roast potatoes and of course our famous homemade gravy.
May we take this opportunity to wish you a pleasant visit
All at The Turnpike Inn
Main Menu
Starters
Smoked Haddock Croquettes, Smoked Scotch Egg, Pea Puree and Celeriac Remoulade £6.95
Duck Leg Confit, Lentils, Dates and Pancetta, Red Wine Jus £7.35
Open Raviolo, Wild Mushrooms, Spinach and Truffle Sauce (V) £5.95
Ham Hock Terrine, Turnpike Pear and Saffron Chutney £5.95
Spiced Mediterranean Red Pepper Soup, Garlic Oil and Parmesan Crostini (V) £4.50
Twice Baked Goats Cheese Soufflé, Marinated Vegetables,
Rocket and Parmesan Shavings (V) £5.95
Mains
Pan Fried Cod in a Horseradish Crust, Linguini with Clams, Chilli and Parsley £14.95
Loin of Lamb, Ratatouille, Rosemary Essence with Oxtail £14.95
Ballotine of Corn-fed Chicken, Ginger and Parsnip Puree and a Madeira Reduction £11.95
Parma Ham wrapped Pork Fillet, Potato Gnocchi, Apple-scented Pan Juices with Leek and Carrot Julienne £11.95
Turnpike Inn’s Minted Lamb Burger, Oven Baked Cherry Tomatoes on the Vine, Feta Cheese and Caramelised Red Onions £9.95
Rarebit with J.W. Lees Ales, topped with Turnpike Beef Burger, Onion Rings and Coleslaw £9.95
Sea Bass, Lobster Raviolo, White Bean and Truffle Oil £13.95
Classic Fish and Chips, Pureed Minted Mushy Peas £10.95
Roast Sweet Potato and Pine Nut Frittata with Goats Cheese, Crispy Salad (V) £10.95
Gnocchi, Tomato, Gorgonzola and Basil Pesto (V) £10.95
Steaks
8oz Beef Fillet, Stuffed Tomato, Fondant Potato and Four Pepper Sauce £22.95
8oz Sirloin Steak, Wild Mushrooms, Maitre d’hôtel Butter and Dauphinoise Potatoes £13.95
10oz Rib-eye Steak, Watercress, Spring Onion and Chives Butter £13.95
Chateaubriand (for 2) Stuffed Tomatoes and Onions, Chateau Potatoes and Classic Diane Sauce £45.00
Sides
House Salad £2.50
Rocket and Parmesan Salad £2.50
Vegetable Medley £2.50
Onion Rings £2.50
Handcut Chips £2.50
Peppercorn Sauce £2.00
Diane Sauce £2.00
Bread and Butter £1.50
Homemade Coleslaw £1.95
Children’s Menu
Garlic Bread (v) £2.50
Spiced Mediterranean Red Pepper Soup £3.00
Fresh Crusty Bread
Haddock, Handcut Chips and Minted Mushy Peas £5.50
Bangers and Mash with Creamy Mash and Gravy £5.50
Handmade Beef Burger and Chips £5.50
Chicken Breast Burger and Handcut Chips £5.50
Gnocchi in Tomato Sauce with Melted Cheese £5.50
Desserts
Two Scoops of Finest Dairy Ice Cream
Vanilla, Strawberry or Chocolate Chip £3.00
Chocolate Brownie
Triple Chocolate Bake accompanied with a delicious Chocolate Sauce £3.50
Hot Sandwiches
Classic Club Sandwich £7.95
Chargrilled Chicken on white or malted grain bread with handcut chips, salad and homemade coleslaw
Baguettes £7.95
Brie, Tomato and Bacon
Honey Roast Ham, Pickle and Cheddar Cheese
Cheddar and Sticky Red Onion Chutney
On a white or malted grain baguette with handcut chips, salad and homemade coleslaw
Flatbreads £7.95
Chargrilled Chicken, Bacon and Mozzarella
Chargrilled Steak and Fairground Onions
Goats Cheese and Chargrilled Mediterranean Vegetables
Served with hand-cut chips, salad and homemade coleslaw
Toasted Bagel £6.95
Salmon, Cottage Cheese and Chives
Cream Cheese, Bacon and Cherry Tomato
Tuna, Fairground Onions and Cheddar
Served with a crisp salad
Lemon Tart, Quenelles of Mascarpone, Hazelnut Biscotti, Caramel and Lemon Posset £5.50
Chocolate Brownie, Mini Hot Chocolate, Trianche of Ginger Bread £5.50
Apple Pie, Mini Brandy Basket and Vanilla Ice Cream £5.50
Sticky Toffee Pudding, Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream £5.50
Hot Drinks
Tea £2.30
Speciality Tea
• Earl Grey • Peppermint • Camomile • Green Tea with Lemon £2.50
Coffee
Americano £2.30
Cappuccino • Latte £2.65
Espresso £2.00
Double Espresso £2.60
Liqueur Coffee £5.00
Cheese Board
All of our cheeses are handpicked from around our region. They are all served with our delicious homemade walnut bread, savoury biscuits and pickles and chutneys.
3 cheeses £5.95 5 cheeses £7.95
Stinking Bishop
Region: Gloucestershire • Source: Cow’s Milk • Type: Vegetarian, Washed Rind
Created by Charles Martell, this eccentric cheese is wonderfully aromatic and pungent in flavour, with a velvety smooth texture. In 1996, it was awarded gold at the British Cheese Awards.
Ribblesdale Goats Cheese
Region: North Yorkshire • Source: Goats Milk • Type: Unpasteurised, vegetarian, hard cheese
Created by Ian and Christine Hill, this cheese has a delicate flavour of chicory and almonds, with a hint of misty hills and wild herbs. In 1996, this cheese was awarded bronze at the British Cheese Awards.
Swaledale
Region: North Yorkshire • Type: Vegetarian, hard cheese • Source: Cows or Sheep’s Milk
Created by David Reed in the valley of The Swale River, the texture of this cheese is like a soft Wensleydale with hints of the misty Yorkshire Dales, wild bracken and the acidity associated with Dale cheeses.
Yorkshire Blue
Region: North Yorkshire • Type: Vegetarian, hard cheese • Source: Sheep’s Milk
Developed by Judy Bell, of Shepards Purse, this cheese is a creamy, sweet, moist blue cheese that is mellow but not mild, with a soft Wensleydale texture. In 1997 it won a gold medal at the British Cheese Awards.
Fountains Gold
Region: North Yorkshire • Type: Vegetarian, semi-firm • Source: Cow’s Milk
This cheese was produced by the Wensleydale Dairy in Hawes, North Yorkshire, using Channel Island cow’s milk. A semi-hard cheese with a soft cheddary style texture that just melts on the tongue.
Weekend Specials at The Turnpike
SAMPLE MENU
Every weekend we will be showcasing some of the finest local produce that we have been able to get our hands on! All our stock has been freshly delivered this morning
Pan Fried Smoked Salmon - £7
Poached egg, hollandaise and dressed herbs
Potato Gnocchi - £6
Pan fried chorizo, spring onion, tomato concasse and watercress
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Venison Steak - £16
Sauteed red cabbage, leeks and smoked bacon, fondant potato and strawberry jus
Chargrilled Halibut Steak - £14
Pea and mint risotto
Oven Roasted Monkfish Tail - £18
Prosciutto ham, flageolet bean, chorizo and thai red sauce
Our function suite which can seat up to 150 with views over Boothwood reservoir, is perfect for your wedding day or special anniversary event. Choose from an extensive range of set menus or design your own dishes with the help of one of our highly qualified chefs. Eating is what we are all about. Coupled with a dramatic setting and friendly attentive staff you are always assured of a warm welcome in a relaxed environment.