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Happy Hour at The Ash

29/5/2025

Join us at The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge for our 'Happy Hour' and enjoy 20% off drinks, Monday to Thursday from 5pm to 6pm, excluding Bank Holidays...(don't worry, there aren't too many of them).

TexMex at The Ash

27/5/2025

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THE VIRGINIA ASH pub in Henstridge are having a TEX-MEX 'ALL YOU CAN EAT' NIGHT on Thursday 29th May. Come and enjoy our classic TexMex dishes! £15.95 per person. Booking is highly recommended, as out themed events are very popular...

SMOTHERED STEAK
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
BEEF CHILLI
BEAN CHILLI
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BITES
NACHOS
MEXICAN RICE
TATER TOTS
JALEPENO POPPERS
TEXMEX SALAD
COLESLAW
DIPS

CALL 01963 363868 TO BOOK
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Bee there or Bee square

25/5/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents 'Buzz', Live at 9pm on Saturday 31st May 2025. Buzz play excellent music from the 60s onwards. Come and hear them play...it's going to bee great!

Sherborne Rd, Henstridge, Templecombe BA8 0PL
Phone: 01963 363868

Live Rock and Indie at The Ash

2/5/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents "THE HELM"- a live Indie & Rock covers band, featuring Foo Fighters, KOL, The Killers, Muse Nirvana, Arctic Monkeys, Stereophonics, Linkin Park, Billy Idol and many more....
From 9pm on Saturday 17th May 2025.
Check out some of their music on their facebook page

the helm

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

AMERICAN EVENING at The Ash

10/4/2025

The Virginia Ash pub in Henstridge invites you to an American Evening of classic USA dishes on Thursday 24th April 2025. No big tariffs here, as our 'All You Can Eat' evenings are still only £15.95 per person! Have a look at our menu, then give us a call to book your table.

BBQ RIBS
SMOTHERED STEAK
SLOPPY JOES
BUFFALO HOT WINGS
BBQ WINGS
MAC 'N' CHEESE
FRIES
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
MOZZARELLA STICKS
ONION RINGS
TATER TOTS
CORN IN THE COB
COB SALAD
COLESLAW

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Live Music at The Ash

8/4/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Hemstridge presents the Set Ready Band, live on Saturday 19th April 2025. Set Ready are a party band that plays songs from the 60s to the 21st Century. A fusion of female fronted vocal harmonies, mesmerising guitar sounds and rock steady bass and drums. Join us for a great evening of great live music!

Easter Fun at The Ash

4/4/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge are hosting a children's Easter Egg Hunt in our lovely field on Monday 21st April from 3pm till 4.30pm. It's just £1.50 entry per child. Refreshments will be available at our outside bar in the field.
Come and join us for a lovely Easter event! For more information and to book your space please give us a call on 01963 363 868.

Italian Evening at The Ash

12/3/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge invites you to our 'All-You-Can-Eat' Italian evening on Thursday 27th March 2025 from 6-9pm. £15.95 per person. Come and enjoy some delicious Italian classics like Arancini, pizza and some delicious pasta dishes!

Garlic Dough Balls
Arancini
Margherita Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Beef Lasagne
Penne Arrabbiata
Beef Shin Ravioli in Amatriciana Sauce
Mushroom Tortellini in Wild Mushroom Sauce
Chicken Parmigiana
Caesar Salad
AND MORE...

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Indian Buffet at The Ash

16/2/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge invites you to our 'All-You-Can-Eat' Indian Night on Thursday 27th February 2025 from 6pm to 9pm. £15.95 per person. Booking is highly recommended, as our themed foodie evenings are very popular! Have a look at the menu below, then give us a call to book your table and enjoy our indulgent Indian experience!

Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Madras
Butter Chicken
Lamb Rogan Josh
Vegetable Balti

Pilau Rice
Basmati rice
Chicken Tikka Skewers
Paneer Tikka Skewers
Lamb Samosas
Vegetable Samosas
Bombay Potatoes
AND MORE...

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Love at The Ash

3/2/2025

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents "Valentines at The Ash". Treat the special someone in your life to a gorgeous three course meal at The Virginia Ash. Available Friday 14th & Saturday 15th February from 5-9pm.
Booking is highly recommended. Have a look at our lovely Valentine's Menu below, then give us a call on 01963 363868 to book your table.

Prawn and Avocado Cocktail
BBQ Beef Brisket Croquettes
Baked Camembert with Tomato Chutney and Crusty Bread

80z Sirloin Steak With Chips, Mushroom, Tomatoes, Peas, Onion Rings and Pink Peppercorn Sauce
Seafood Spaghetti with Garlic Bread
Chicken Cordon Bleu With Chips, Tenderstem Broccoli and Cheese Sauce
Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni with Salad and Garlic Bread

Warm Chocolate Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Vanilla Crème Brulée with Shortbread and Fresh Berries
Baked Cookie Dough with Vanilla Ice Cream

£29.95 PER PERSON

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Party of The Year at The Ash

20/12/2024

Join us at The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge for The Party of The Year! Dance the night away to the best songs and see in the New Year with your friends, loved ones and family. 8pm till late on Tuesday 31st December.

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Cocktails at The Ash

15/12/2024

At The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge we're always coming up with new ways for you to enjoy your time with us, and at this time of year, what better way to start your evening than with one of our Classic Cocktails! Some are fresh and zingy and some are rich and creamy, but they're all delicious! Choose from • Strawberry Daiquiri • Zombie • Pina Colada • Blue Lagoon or • Passionfruit Martini. so whether it's a night out with friends, colleagues or family, for Christmas, New Year or any time inbetween, why not treat yourself.....and them!

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
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Christmas Opening Times at The Ash

16/11/2024

At The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge we are all getting excited about Christmas! Our Festive menu is ready to go for you to enjoy from December 1st to the 24th. Have a look at our menu here. We also have our Christmas opening times for you to put in your diary. You can right click and save the image above and keep it on your phone. On Christmas Eve the bar will be open until 11.30pm and you can enjoy some of our delicious food from noon till 5pm. On Christmas Day itself, we invite you to join us for a festive drink anytime from 11.00am to 1.00pm, before you head home for your Festive lunch, and on New Year's Eve why not join us to see in the New Year? We will be open till half past midnight on this special day. We are even open on New Year's Day until 10pm, with lunchtime food served from noon till 3pm and evening service from 5pm to 9pm. So whenever you would like to join us over Christmas you will be most welcome!

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Christmas Menu at The Ash

29/10/2024

The 2024 Virginia Ash Christmas Menu is available from December 1st to the 24th.
We have put together a sumptuous selection of Festive Favourites for you to enjoy with family, friends and colleagues, so why not have a look at the menu below or download and share. To book call 01963 363868

Adult Halloween Party at The Ash

27/9/2024

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents our Adult Halloween Party on Saturday 26th October from 7.30pm till Late. Tickets are £5. Come and enjoy a spooky party with us. Call us on 01963 363868 to get your tickets.

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Family Halloween Party at The Ash

27/9/2024

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents our Family Halloween Party in The Virginia Ash Paddock Bar on Saturday 26th October from 12 noon till 4pm. Tickets are £5 and include a spooky surprise! So come along and enjoy a great Family afternoon with us. Call us on 01963 363868 to get your tickets.

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Senior Citizen Wednesdays at The Ash

17/8/2024

At The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge we present 'Senior Citizen Wednesdays'. Senior citizens can enjoy a choice of 4 meals & a tea/coffee for just £10 between 12.00pm and 3.00pm every Wednesday. Choose from:
Ham, Egg, Chips & Peas

Scampi, Chips & Peas

Breaded Plaice, Chips & Peas

Vegetable Lasagne, Salad or Garlic Bread

served with
Tea/Coffee

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Greek Night at The Ash

7/8/2024

The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents an 'All You Can Eat' Greek Evening on Thursday 15th August from 6pm to 9pm. Menu to follow!

Opening times are:
12 noon to 11pm Monday to Thursday
12 noon to 12 midnight on Fridays and Saturdays
12 noon to 10.30pm on Sundays

Food serving times are:
12noon to 2.45pm and 5.00pm to 9.00pm Monday to Saturday
12 noon until 6.00pm on SundaysTABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
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Fish at The Ash

25/7/2024

At The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge we're proud of our fish and seafood dishes. Our classic Fish and Chips is made with succulent cod, beer battered, cooked to perfection and served with our delicious chips and peas, for a classic taste of the sea. New to our menu and becoming a popular summer evening supper is our Grilled sea bass with chorizo parmentier potatoes, grilled vegetables and Mediterranean sauce, pictured below...

You can also tuck into a plate of our Classic Wholetail Scampi, served with chips and garden or mushy peas, or why not try our Deep South starter of Cajun prawn and mango salsa soft shell tacos, or a main course Creamy cajun prawn linguine, both are perfect with a chilled glass of white wine. So why not book a table and try one of our classic fish or seafood dishes...

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Tractor & 4x4 Run at The Ash

21/7/2024

NORTH DORSET TRACTOR ROAD RUNS PRESENTS A SUMMER TRACTOR & 4X4 ROAD RUN ON SATURDAY 27 JULY 2024 AT THE VIRGINIA ASH PUB, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, BA8 0PL.
€15 PER VEHICLE/DRIVER, INCLUDES HOT FOOD AND A DRINK. €10 PER TRAILER, £5 PER PASSENGER, CHILDREN FREE. ARRIVE FROM 9.30AM, TO LEAVE AT 11AM. ALL TRACTORS AND 4X4 VEHICLES WELCOME. RAFFLE TO BE DRAWN ON RETURN. FOOD & DRINK CAN ALSO BE PURCHASED IN THE PUB AFTERWARDS. FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT TONY: 0773 4465598
IN MEMORY OF BARRY SMITH AND RAISING FUNDS FOR: Salisbury Hospice Charity

North Dorset Tractor Runs

Craft Fair at The Ash

20/7/2024

New to The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge this Summer is our new Craft Fair, which takes place on Saturday 10th August from12noon to 5.00pm. We are looking for stall holders for this event at £10 per stall, so to book your stall Call us on 01963 363868 or email [email protected]

Platters Matter at The Ash

8/7/2024

At The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge we pride ourselves on the ingredients we choose for every dish we make. So it is with our Charcuterie Sharing Board. This generous, Mediterranean style platter, enough for two people, includes Salami Milano, Mortadella, Prosciutto, Coppa, Spianata, toasted ciabatta, mixed olives, mozzarella pearls and a delicious side salad. Enjoy it with a crisp glass of white wine from our selection or perhaps a tasty lager. It's all part of our new summer menu, available now. Check out our delicious summer offerings on our main menu page, then book your table for a taste of summer!

Our summer menu

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

New dishes at The Ash

26/6/2024

At The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge we are always being creative in the kitchen, bringing you new dishes to both our main menus and our specials board. This summer is no exception, so have a look at some of the tempting new items we have below, then why not book a table and come and find out what they're called!

Food serving times are:
12noon to 2.45pm and 5.00pm to 9.00pm Monday to Saturday
12 noon until 6.00pm on Sundays
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80s Summer Party at The Ash

18/6/2024

This Summer The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge presents our Back To The 80's Summer Party. Saturday 24th August from 7:30pm till Late. Early Bird tickets at £5 are available to purchase from the bar.

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
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Father's Day at The Ash

13/6/2024

This Father's Day why not treat your dad to a memorable Sunday Roast at The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge! Book a table for any time from Midday to 6pm on Sunday 16th June and enjoy an afternoon out with dad.
Have a look at our Sunday Carvery Menu then give us a call on 01963 363 868.

STARTERS

Soup of the day with crusty bread (gfo) £7.95
Mozzarella sticks with spicy tomato chutney and salad (vo) £7.50
Salt and pepper squid with salad and garlic mayo £8.95

SUNDAY CARVERY

All served with your choice of meat, roast potatoes, parsnips,
seasonal vegetables and a Yorkshire pudding
Vegetarian options
Goats cheese and apricot roast
Vegan wellington (vo)
Adults carvery £15.95 Child’s carvery £10.95

ALTERNATIVES TO OUR CARVERY

Pie of the day with chips, mash or roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables £14.95
Sweet potato and butternut squash pie with chips, mash or roast potatoes
and seasonal vegetables (vo) £13.95
Whole tail scampi with chips and garden or mushy peas £15.50
Bacon and Monterey Jack cheese burger with chips (gfo)
4oz £15.50 8oz £17.50
BBQ pulled pork and Monterey Jack cheese burger with chips (gfo)
4oz £15.50 8oz £17.50
Crispy chicken, bacon and Monterey Jack cheese burger with chips £15.50
Spinach and falafel burger with chips £13.95

DESSERTS

Served with a choice of cream, custard or ice cream
Raspberry and white chocolate cheesecake £7.50
Sticky toffee pudding £7.50
Bakewell tart (vo) £7.50
Warm chocolate brownie (gfo) £7.50
Local cheese board £9.95 or £12.95 for sharing
Dorset blue Vinny, Cricket St Thomas Brie, Dorset red,
Godminster cheddar, Somerset solstice
Served with crackers, grapes and chutney

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​Opening times are:12 noon to 11pm Monday to Thursday12 noon to 12 midnight on Fridays and Saturdays12 noon to 10.30pm on SundaysFood serving times are:12noon to 2.45pm and 5.00pm to 9.00pm Monday to Saturday12 noon until 6.00pm on Sundays

SMOTHERED STEAK
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
BEEF CHILLI
BEAN CHILLI
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN BITES
NACHOS
MEXICAN RICE
TATER TOTS
JALEPENO POPPERS
TEXMEX SALAD
COLESLAW
DIPS

CALL 01963 363868 TO BOOK
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Sherborne Rd, Henstridge, Templecombe BA8 0PL
Phone: 01963 363868

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

BBQ RIBS
SMOTHERED STEAK
SLOPPY JOES
BUFFALO HOT WINGS
BBQ WINGS
MAC 'N' CHEESE
FRIES
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
MOZZARELLA STICKS
ONION RINGS
TATER TOTS
CORN IN THE COB
COB SALAD
COLESLAW

Garlic Dough Balls
Arancini
Margherita Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Beef Lasagne
Penne Arrabbiata
Beef Shin Ravioli in Amatriciana Sauce
Mushroom Tortellini in Wild Mushroom Sauce
Chicken Parmigiana
Caesar Salad
AND MORE...

Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Madras
Butter Chicken
Lamb Rogan Josh
Vegetable Balti

Pilau Rice
Basmati rice
Chicken Tikka Skewers
Paneer Tikka Skewers
Lamb Samosas
Vegetable Samosas
Bombay Potatoes
AND MORE...

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868
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Food serving times are:
12noon to 2.45pm and 5.00pm to 9.00pm Monday to Saturday
12 noon until 6.00pm on Sundays
TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868 • THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL

Opening times are:
12 noon to 11pm Monday to Thursday
12 noon to 12 midnight on Fridays and Saturdays
12 noon to 10.30pm on Sundays

Food serving times are:
12noon to 2.45pm and 5.00pm to 9.00pm Monday to Saturday
12 noon until 6.00pm on Sundays