WELCOME TO THE

Old Hunters Lodge

Set on the edge of Whipsnade Common this is one of the oldest houses in the village thatched with reed in the Norfolk style. Said to date from the fifteenth century, Old Hunters Lodge embraces both old world charm and a modern dining experience.

Christmas Menus Now Available to View

THE BEST

SUNDAY ROAST

Sunday Roasts available every Sunday from 12pm – 5.30pm (Booking advisable)

THE BEST

SUNDAY ROAST

Sunday Roasts available every Sunday from 12pm – 5.30pm (Booking advisable)

We would like to thank our fantastic customers for their continued support since reopening. Tables can be booked for inside dining or you can simply turn up to be seated outside and enjoy our beautiful landscaped garden.

We look forward to seeing existing and new customers soon.

Best Wishes, Louise, John & the team

Louise & John

The Best Table in Town

Located in Whipsnade, 650 yards from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Old Hunters Lodge provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar, a garden, and free WiFi.

Function Room

We can host a number of functions large & small, all tailored to your requirements. From Weddings, Birthday Parties, Celebrations of Life to Private Functions.

Book A Room

Our 4-star inn has garden views and free WiFi. Each room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, fresh clean bed linen/towels & full English Continental breakfast.

FINE DINING EXPERIENCE

OPENING TIMES

& Serving Times

Monday to Saturday

Open From 12.00 noon – 10.00pm
Serving Meals All Day 12.00 noon – 7.00pm

Sunday

Open From 12 noon – 10.00pm
Serving Meals All Day 12 noon — 6.00pm

Winter Opening Hours
20th January - 31st March

Monday - Saturday 12pm - 10pm (Last Orders for food 7pm)
Sunday 12pm - 8pm (last orders for food 6pm)

All opening/serving times are subject to Management discretion.

Christmas
Opening Hours

  • 1st Dec to 23rd 12pm till 10pm
    (Pre-booked Festive) and full menu served 12pm to *7pm (*Sun 6pm)

  • Christmas Eve 24th Dec: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 4pm

  • Christmas Day 25th Dec: Fully Booked

  • Boxing Day 26th Dec: 12pm to 6pm
    Food served until 4pm

New Years
Opening Hours

  • Wednesday 27th Dec: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 7pm

  • Thursday 28th Dec: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 7pm

  • Friday 29th Dec: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 7pm

  • Saturday 30th Dec: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 7pm

  • New Year’s Eve 31st Dec: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 5pm

  • New Year’s Day 1st Jan: 12pm to 6pm
    Food served until 4pm

  • Tuesday 2th Jan: 12pm to 8pm
    Food served until 7pm

  • Wednesday 3rd Jan: 12pm – 8pm
    Food served until 7pm

All opening/serving times are subject to Management discretion

  • Monday 8th Jan to Friday 19th Jan (Closed)
  • Saturday 20th Jan re-open – 12pm to 10pm
    Food served Until 7pm

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This restaurant has perfectly cooked ribeye, fried prawns and salads listed on the menu. It's a must while visiting Old Hunters Lodge to order delicious ale, beer or wine...

FIND US

HOW TO FIND US

The Cross Roads, Whipsnade, Bedfordshire, LU6 2LN, England

Driving from London on the M1 motorway leave at junction 9, or from the north of England leave at junction 11 and follow the brown signs with an elephant picture for Whipsnade Zoo and wild animal park. We are at the other end of Whipsnade Common from the Zoo by the east Gate.

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