Make Your Perfect Ploughman’s Lunch With The Ploughman’s Buffet


Nov 2024

Ploughman’s Buffet by Roaming the Paths and the Royal Oak.

A visually rich spread showcasing a traditional Ploughman's Buffet. The image features an inviting assortment of classic British buffet items. In the foreground, various types of cheeses, including blocks of hard yellow cheese and marbled blue cheese, are arranged with care. Surrounding the cheese are fresh green grapes, slices of cured meats, pickles, and cherry tomatoes, creating a vibrant mix of textures and colors. Small dishes containing chutneys or jams are interspersed among the items, adding depth and variety to the display. Fresh herbs and delicate white flowers are thoughtfully scattered around, enhancing the rustic, artisanal appeal of the spread. In the bottom right, a container holds wooden skewers for easy serving. Large, bold text in a classic serif font reads 'Ploughman's Buffet,' prominently displayed over the center of the image. The background includes a hint of dark green wall paneling, adding a cozy, traditional British pub atmosphere to the presentation.
Ploughman’s Buffet Logo

All you can eat – help yourself

An invitation to make your own perfect ploughman’s Lunch using the very finest of ingredients from Wiltshire and the South West only at The Royal Oak, Pewsey.

7th December 12 Noon – 3pm

Get a ticket, get it quick!

Tickets available from Roaming the Paths start from only £15.50 for the Early Bird offering, with the full price tickets £17.50, Children under 6 go free, and those below 15 are £12.50.

Make and enjoy your perfect Ploughman’s Lunch with our Ploughman’s Buffet

Celebrate the best of local foods by making your own Perfect Ploughman’s.

Select from a plentiful supply of the finest ingredients. Sample the Bread, Cheeses, Ham, chutneys and relishes. Fresh creamy butter, Pies, pickles, and Pâté.

Roaming the Paths event Proudly laid on by The Royal Oak in Pewey in association with ploughmans-lunch.co.uk

Local and proud!

It’s time to celebrate the beautiful bounty produced by the glorious Wiltshire Countryside. A beautiful selection of Local Produce.

Bread from Marshalls Bakery – including a special bread made exclusively for these events.

Cheeses from around Wiltshire and Somerset. A selection including Wiltshire Loaf, Wyfe of Bath, Kelson Park, Brinkworth Blue, Smoked Dorset Red, Lyburn Garlic & Nettle, Lyburn Gold etc.

Local Ham freshly cooked on the premises.

Brave Chutney and Tracklements Pickles.

Fresh-made pies and Eggs from the Vale of Pewsey.

Coleslaw made from local Cabbage, Carrots and Onions, plus other delights supplied by Heritage Fine Foods.

There’s no limit to your creativity

There will be tables laden with delights, and we want you to feel free to be as creative or specific as you like. Help yourself to as much or as little as you like – just don’t let it go to waste.

The ticket gains you entry to the venue, and after that, it’s all yours. No need for a pyramidal plate, just revisit and refresh to find the perfect combination.

Unsure if you will like something? Have a sampling plate first, then go back and make your perfect Ploughman’s lunch.


Want inspiration? Have a look at some reviews.

Get your tickets now, and bring a friend along too


The image features a beautifully presented Ploughman’s Buffet spread, showcasing a variety of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Central to the platter is a thick wedge of rich, creamy cheddar cheese, accompanied by a couple of slices of succulent, pink-cured ham. There’s a golden-brown baguette, halved and crusty, invitingly ready to be filled or enjoyed alongside the accompaniments.

Surrounding the main components are small jars and bowls filled with traditional Ploughman’s condiments and sides. A jar of tangy, bright yellow piccalilli sits next to a glossy jar of rich, dark chutney. A separate bowl contains crisp pickled onions, their golden-brown hue glistening. Another bowl houses a vibrant coleslaw with a creamy, pinkish dressing, enhanced by beetroot.

Adding a splash of color and freshness to the plate is a neatly arranged salad, with a mix of leafy greens, cucumber slices, juicy red tomatoes, and vibrant yellow peppers. It’s topped with a scattering of fresh sprouts for an extra touch of texture and color.

The arrangement sits on a wooden board, lending a rustic and inviting feel, and perfectly represents the essence of a traditional yet elevated Ploughman’s Buffet.
Delicious!

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