Whether you’re looking for some traditional pub grub with your family or just a quiet pint with your mates - we’ve got you covered. We’ve used Tripadvisor to compile a list of the top 12 pubs and bars to visit across the county this festive period.
9. The Penny Black - Leatherhead
With a rating of 4 from 233 reviews The Penny Black in Leatherhead is a dog friendly pub with live music on the last Friday and Saturday of each month. One recent review reads: “I love this pub. Everyone in Bristol knows about it because I don’t shut up about it.The nicest people you could hope to meet. Perfect pint of Guinness. A real treasure of a pub!” Photo: google
10. George Abbot - Guildford
“Really interesting menu and amazing choice of drinks” is what the latest review claimed about the George Abbot in Guildford which has a rating of 4 from 162 reviews. The staff also receive praise from multiple reviews for being kind, attentive and creating a great atmosphere. Photo: google
11. Titsey Brewing Co. - Tatsfield
This place only opened a few years ago and already makes our top 12! Located on the Surrey/Kent border you can enjoy excellent beer and great food. One reviewer wrote: “The place is fantastic, Staff superb and food lovely. On a good/ warm day the views from the patio are unbeatable. This is the highest spot on the North Downs after all.” Photo: google
12. Freemans Arms - Ashford
The Freeman Arms is the final entry in our top 12 scoring a rating of 4 from 131 reviews. A lovely little pub with great food, one reviewer wrote: “the food is amazing, especially the katsu curry. It's the best we've ever had and we have been to a good few restaurants and tried and tested but will honestly say it's nothing compared to here . Not only is the food amazing but the staff are brilliant and so welcoming.” Photo: google