The Fordham Arms

Name: The Fordham Arms
Address: Templars Way Sharnbrook, Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom, MK44 1PX
Telephone: 01234 781416
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

37 Reviews

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Good for business meals

Welcome to The Fordham Arms, situated in the picturesque North Bedfordshire village of Sharnbrook – off the A6, 8 miles north of Bedford and 6 miles south of Rushden.

The bar with its modern décor, cosy fireplace and cheerful staff, provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. There is a large selection of bottled and draft beers to choose from, together with quality soft drinks and spirits. Our extensive range of wines suits all tastes and pockets, with a large number of wines available by the glass.

We pride ourselves in looking after our customers and always strive to offer excellent fresh food, sourced primarily from local suppliers and farms. Our reasonably priced menu offers exciting English food, often with an interesting Mediterranean and New World twist. All our dishes are expertly prepared and beautifully presented by our friendly and attentive staff.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, English, European
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Roast Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
01234 781416
Website
http://www.thefordhamarms.pub/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jonathan Goodwin and Daniel Nedela
Catering
We are able to provide set menus for large private parties or buffet depending on your budget. We are happy to accomodate all our customers needs.
Private party facilities
The Pub and Resturant is available for hire for all types of events (Wakes, Christenings, Birthday's, Bon Voyage parties). We are able to offer your guests food selected from our menu or buffets depending on the event. There is no extra charges for event hire. Please call to enquire, we are happy to accomodate all parties!
Private party contact
Bobby or Manjit: 01234 781416

Location
Templars Way, Sharnbrook, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK44 1PX
Neighbourhood
Sharnbrook
Parking details
The Fordham Arms provides parking spaces for all diners and bar customers.
Public transit
Bus Stop P opposite the pub (Route 50 and 29)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Apple & Sage Scotch Egg£6.95
Served with home made tomato ketchup & watercress salad
Pan Fried Fishcake£6.50
Served with poached egg, caper shallot salad & hollandaise sauce
Chefs Soup of the Day£5.95
Served with warmed ciabatta
Deep Fried Breaded Brie£6.50
Served with redcurrant dressing, rocket, pine nut & pear salad
Ciabattas / Baguettes
Choose from our daily selection of fillings served with a dressed mixed leaf salad and french fries
- Starting at£6.50
Crayfish Tail & Prawns£6.95
Served with brandy and marie rose dressing, croutons, fennel, lemon segments & dressed mixed leaves
Confit Duck Leg£12.50
With asian style salad, julienne of vegetables, rice noodles toasted sesame seeds lime, sweet chilli & hoisin sauce

Main Courses

Hand Cut Treacle Cured Ham
Triple cooked chips, air dried tomato, mixed leaves, hens fried egg, peas & pineapple chutney
- Small Plate£9.95
- Large Plate£12.95
Beer Battered Cod£12.95
Triple cooked chips, tartar sauce, crushed peas
Butcher's Sausage Trio£11.95
Creamy mash & shallot gravy
Pie of the Day£11.95
With new potatoes & mixed green vegetables (please ask for todays choice)
Gourmet Beef Burger£12.95
Smoked bacon, mature cheddar cheese, gherkin, beef tomato, lettuce, beer battered onion rings, relish & either fries or chunky chips
Smoked Haddock£13.95
Chive mash, poached hens egg, mustard beurre blanc, watercress salad
Scampi£9.95
Triple cooked chips, tartar sauce & garden peas
Sea Bass
Chefs salsa, burnt lemon & choice of 2 sides
- 1 Fillet£14.95
- 2 Fillets£18.95
Sirloin Steak Freshly
Cut to order with flat mushroom air dried tomato. Choice of 2 sides & sauce
- per ounce£2.95

Sauces

Blue Cheese
Brandy & Green Peppercorn
Garlic Butter
Red Wine Jus

Sides

£3.50

Dauphinoise
New Potatoes
Triple Cooked Chips
Sweet Potato Fries
Fries
Tomato and Basil Salad
With house dressing
Market Green Vegetables

What 37 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
3.9Service
3.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

37 Reviews

JG
JeremyG
London
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Enjoyable Sunday Lunch. Food of a high standard. Plates could have been warmer.
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karend
Bedfordshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great food at a good price ! Was expecting basic pub food but was pleasantly surprised by the quality and presentation of the food . I had pork belly which was fabulous . Will be sure to return. .
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RichardF
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The whole trip to the Fordham arms was excellent. We had Sunday lunch
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Jill
Bedfordshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
There was only one person seeing to all the diners and therefore the service was quite slow, but as we were in no hurry wasn't too much of an issue, but he was rushed off his feet. We weren't told that the kitchen had run out of potatoes and therefore we would be served fries with some of our meals, which would have changed our choice of dish and this was disappointing. The food was good and we were given complimentary coffees, but just a little disappointed.
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louiseM
Bedfordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and even better service. I would highly recommend Fordham Arms.
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PhilipR
Bedfordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent value, generous well cooked portions . Dining area light and airy .
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AnnaW
Northampton
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Most meals off the menu but veggie option wasn't. Chef created to our spec and it was lush. Totally recommend for a quality meal in a nice modern setting.
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ClareS
Bedfordshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brilliant service and lovely hearty food, am sure I’ll be returning soon
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LyndaL
Bedfordshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Went with 2 friends for Sunday Lunch. Excellent meal albeit a little over priced. Service was OK but more staff are required. I
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CliveW
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Above average Sunday roast...well executed.
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Templars Way, Sharnbrook, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK44 1PX

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Sharnbrook
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Roast Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, English, European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
The Fordham Arms provides parking spaces for all diners and bar customers.
Public transit
Bus Stop P opposite the pub (Route 50 and 29)
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jonathan Goodwin and Daniel Nedela
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thefordhamarms.pub/
Phone number
01234 781416
Catering
We are able to provide set menus for large private parties or buffet depending on your budget. We are happy to accomodate all our customers needs.
Private party facilities
The Pub and Resturant is available for hire for all types of events (Wakes, Christenings, Birthday's, Bon Voyage parties). We are able to offer your guests food selected from our menu or buffets depending on the event. There is no extra charges for event hire. Please call to enquire, we are happy to accomodate all parties!
Private party contact
Bobby or Manjit: 01234 781416

The Fordham Arms

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Additional information

Starters & Lighter Dishes

Apple & Sage Scotch Egg£6.95

Pan Fried Fishcake£6.50

Chefs Soup of the Day£5.95

Deep Fried Breaded Brie£6.50

Ciabattas / Baguettes

Crayfish Tail & Prawns£6.95

Confit Duck Leg£12.50

Main Courses

Hand Cut Treacle Cured Ham

Beer Battered Cod£12.95

Butcher's Sausage Trio£11.95

Pie of the Day£11.95

Gourmet Beef Burger£12.95

Smoked Haddock£13.95

Scampi£9.95

Sea Bass

Sirloin Steak Freshly

Sauces

Blue Cheese

Brandy & Green Peppercorn

Garlic Butter

Red Wine Jus

Sides

Dauphinoise

New Potatoes

Triple Cooked Chips

Sweet Potato Fries

Fries

Tomato and Basil Salad

Market Green Vegetables

Overall ratings and reviews

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