Cocktail Masterclass
May
18

Cocktail Masterclass

Plough Club Cocktail Masterclass

Our absolute favourite bartender, Fernando Teixeira, will be hosting a cocktail masterclass on Saturday 18 May from 3pm.

Enjoy Fernando’s passion for mixology, as he explains tricks and techniques for making the perfect cocktail. Class includes two premium spirit cocktails, a selection of snacks, surprise giftbag and 10% off your meal (if you stay for supper). Space is limited so please email Chloe on hello@bigbettyfoodco.com to book.

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Henley Arts Trail Weekend
May
4
to May 6

Henley Arts Trail Weekend

We are proud to be supporting this year’s HENLEY ARTS TRAIL weekend. Explore 34 different venues in the beautiful towns and villages surrounding Henley, to discover an array of original artworks. Meet over 200 creatives and learn about the inspiration behind their work.

The Plough Shiplake will be offering 10% off all food orders to trail visitors over the bank holiday weekend. Including Monday 6th May when we’ll be opened 12-5pm.

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Flight Club – Spring Time Soul
Apr
27

Flight Club – Spring Time Soul

Celebrate the splendour of Spring flavours on Saturday 27 April at our deliciously fresh Spring Time Soul Flight Club. Stunning R&B singer, Sila, will awaken the senses with her irresistible passion, while we celebrate the season with food and flavours offer the freshest of pallets.

£125*pp including 5-course tasting menu, wine & cocktail pairing. Canapes and bubbles from 18:30, first course 19:30. RSVP by Wednesday 27 March.

To book email Chloé on hello@bigbettyfoodco.com

*plus service charge *this is an over 18 event

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Table 10 Lunch Club – 17 April
Apr
17

Table 10 Lunch Club – 17 April

Join us on Wednesday 17 April as Janet & Justine, from WeWeed host our Table 10 Lunch Club.

Started during the pandemic, WeWeed is a wonderful Henley-based gardening collective that provides companion gardeners. Come along to learn some fantastic gardening tips over a delicious lunch.

A La Carte or Set Lunch Menu options available.

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Flight Club – Nothing Compares to You
Mar
30

Flight Club – Nothing Compares to You

Join us on Saturday 30 March for a culinary celebration of Irish beauty. The exceptional songstress, Vicki Sayers, will provide a rousing folk-music repertoire to accompany our journey through the Emerald Isle, while the stunning cocktail and wine pairings will come a bit further afield.

£125*pp including 5-course tasting menu, wine & cocktail pairing. Canapes and bubbles from 18:30, first course 19:30. RSVP by Wednesday 27 March.

To book email Chloé on hello@bigbettyfoodco.com

*plus service charge *this is an over 18 event

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Flight Club Hearts of Glass
Feb
24

Flight Club Hearts of Glass

Join us on Saturday 24 February for a heart-pounding evening of live music, delicious food and naughty cocktails. Our favourite drag performer, Luna Cortez, will provide the perfect entertainment for our ‘Heart of Glass’ Flight Club, where the menu, drinks and music pay homage to St Valentine.

£125*pp including 5-course tasting menu, wine & cocktail pairing. Canapes and bubbles from 18:30, first course 19:30. RSVP by Wednesday 21 February.

To book email Chloé on hello@bigbettyfoodco.com

*plus service charge *this is an over 18 event

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Table 10 Lunch Club – 14 Feb
Feb
14

Table 10 Lunch Club – 14 Feb

For generations, "meeting at the pub" has been at the heart of communities. We'd like you to enjoy this timeless English tradition by joining The Plough Shiplake’s Table 10 Lunch Club. The idea of the lunch club is to give friends and neighbours a place to get together for a fun and delectable lunch. Whether you're a new parent, empty nester or just looking for a change of scenery, make our lunch club one of the best parts of the month.

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Table 10 Lunch Club – 7 Feb
Feb
7

Table 10 Lunch Club – 7 Feb

For generations, "meeting at the pub" has been at the heart of communities. We'd like you to enjoy this timeless English tradition by joining The Plough Shiplake’s Table 10 Lunch Club. The idea of the lunch club is to give friends and neighbours a place to get together for a fun and delectable lunch. Whether you're a new parent, empty nester or just looking for a change of scenery, make our lunch club one of the best parts of the month.

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Flight Club – All That Jazz
Jan
27

Flight Club – All That Jazz

Guests joined us on Saturday 27 January for a rhapsody of music, food, and drinks. Renowned jazz singer, Mimi, launched our 2024 Flight Club season with 'All That Jazz'; a sultry evening inspired by the heyday of jazz, where food, cocktails, and music exuded a sensual confidence.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Flight Club – Better than NYE
Dec
30
to Dec 31

Flight Club – Better than NYE

  • Plough Lane Reading, England, RG9 4BX United Kingdom (map)
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Flight Club Better than NYE

With NYE falling on a Sunday this year, we’ve decided to host our December Flight Club on Saturday 30 December. We think it’s the best combination. Celebrate with us on Saturday night and enjoy a cosy night in with Jools Holland and the London fireworks on Sunday.

BETTER THAN NEW YEAR’S EVE x FLIGHT CLUB will be a decadent evening designed around our Gatsbyesque menu, Hundred Hills sparkling wine and our favourite glamorous duo Neon & Atlas. Pick out your favourite little black dress, grab your best friends home for the holidays and treat yourself to a well-deserved end to 2023.

£125pp including 5-course tasting menu, wine & cocktail pairing. Canapes and bubbles from 18:30, first course 19:30. RSVP by Wednesday 20 December.

To book email Chloé on hello@bigbettyfoodco.com

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Anniversary Pub Quiz
Dec
6

Anniversary Pub Quiz

Join us Wednesday 6 December as we kick-off our 1st Anniversary Celebrations with The Plough Pub Quiz. Entry is £5 per person and all proceeds will go into support of THe Cowshed. The Cowshed | Showing love and support to those in need in Berkshire The quiz starts at 6pm, when we will be offering snacks on the menu. Or you can book your table for the evening and stay for supper from 7pm. 

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Christmas Wreath Making
Dec
6

Christmas Wreath Making

  • Plough Lane Reading, England, RG9 4BX United Kingdom (map)
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We are thrilled to be working with the immensely talented Hollie Day at Wild Moments to offer her ultimate wreath making workshop. Enjoy coffee and pastries before making your beautiful arrangements, followed by a two-course Christmas lunch and glass of bubbly.

£110pp

To book your place please visit Wild Moments at Workshops

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Flight Club – Midnight Blues
Nov
25

Flight Club – Midnight Blues

Join us for the last Flight Club of 2023 as we go out with a bang. Get lost in rhythm and blues as we spoil you with our famously reinvented 5-course wine flight tasting menu. Consider it a secret treat before the rush of the holiday season.   

£125pp plus service

To book your place please email Chloé at hello@bigbettyfoodco.com

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Flight Club – Hallows Burlesque
Oct
28
to Oct 29

Flight Club – Hallows Burlesque

As the days got shorter and nature’s palette turned to deep red, burnt orange, and silver grey, we embraced the haunting flavours conjured that time of year. On 28th October, we had unveiled the ultimate Halloween feast.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Flight Club – Harvest Moon'
Sep
29

Flight Club – Harvest Moon'

Saturday 30 September was pure magic. The early Autumn harvest brought a mesmerizing blend of colours, scents, and flavours.

‘Harvest Moon’ celebrated our rich English farm life perfectly. We indulged in five courses of seasonal delights, paired with curated cocktails and wines, all set to a country music backdrop.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Hestia Festival
Aug
26

Hestia Festival

Join us on Saturday 26 August for the inaugural Hestia Garden Mini Festival. The day kicks off at 3pm with an interactive pub quiz, filled with local trivia, unique categories, and fabulous prizes. From 5pm the Silent Disco will be ready for dancers of all ages. Pick your station and show off those moves. At 7pm, the talented Neon & Atlas take the stage for a proper festival vibe.

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Flight Club – Sunshine Afterglow
Jun
24

Flight Club – Sunshine Afterglow

Flight Club at The Plough kicked off the summer on Saturday, 24 June, with an evening of seafood, cocktails, and the perfect solstice playlist.

The feeling you got when the first Summer sun warmed your face and helped you find a slower pace was unforgettable. Our reinvented tasting menu and wine flight took inspiration from fresh summer flavors, with a particular focus on the sea.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Flight Club – Springtime Jazz Post
May
27

Flight Club – Springtime Jazz Post

We welcomed the beautiful season of Spring at Flight Club on Saturday, 27 May. Our inspiration came from the joy of Spring flavors and the poetic seductiveness of Jazz. We slowed down to enjoy a five-course tasting menu, which was paired with delicious cocktails and smooth wines. Of course, it wouldn't have been Flight Club without some surprise entertainment. We aimed to transport you back to the heydays of speakeasy New York.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Flight Club – The Electric Rainbow.
Apr
29
to May 27

Flight Club – The Electric Rainbow.

Flight Club at The Plough took place on April 29, offering a unique event called The Electric Rainbow. Featuring special guest Luna Cortez, the evening celebrated the joyful wonder of color. Guests were treated to a reimagined five-course tasting menu and an exquisite selection of cocktails and wine. The ambiance blended the glamour of Studio 54 with the charm of Shiplake, making it a truly unforgettable experience.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Flight Club – Queen of Hearts
Feb
25

Flight Club – Queen of Hearts

After a successful launch, Flight Club at The Plough hosted a unique event in February. The evening was themed around the Queen of Hearts and showcased a one-of-a-kind tasting menu. Guests were treated to five courses, each expertly paired with unique wines and signature cocktails. Adding to the atmosphere was a special tango dancing act, making the night truly unforgettable.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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Flight Club – Under the Sky
Jan
28

Flight Club – Under the Sky

Always in our hearts, the first edition of Flight Club at The Plough, "Under the Sky," took place in January. The evening offered a unique five-course tasting menu, expertly paired with hand-selected wines and signature cocktails. A special performance by Luna Cortez added a magical touch, making the inaugural event truly unforgettable.

Want in on the experience? Check out our upcoming events. Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience filled with culinary delights and enchanting evenings.

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