about us

Located in Albury, just outside Guildford, the William IV is a small atmospheric, traditional village pub with stone floors, low beams and a huge welcoming log fire. One of the finest examples of British public houses, bars and inns, the William IV serves a range of well kept real ale in the bar and tasty, homemade pub food in the restaurant.

If you are after a real traditional English village pub, then a visit to the William IV in Albury near Guildford will be exactly what you're looking for.

Set in the pretty Surrey Hills, the William IV is a perfect stopping-off point for weary walkers, riders and passers-by. With low beams, stone floors, solid wooden tables and an open inglenook fireplace - perfect for those cold, winter months - patrons enjoy proper homemade pub food washed down with real ales straight from the cask at this perfect example of a 16^th century Free House.

With no music, mobiles or fruit machines, the pub oozes charm and character. Simply relax to the sound of other happy drinkers and contented diners in this ideal of an English country pub.

Real Ale

As a Free House, the William IV stocks a full selection of well kept cask ales from the local area, such as:

• Shere Drop
• Ranmore
• TEA

The pub is featured in the CAMRA 'Good Beer Guide'.

Food

The William IV's new dining room and kitchen have added to the ambience and allow diners to be away from the bar but still part of the fun! Don't expect any frills or pretentions - just excellent, proper pub grub!

The fayre is all local and free-range pork reared on the premises by the pub's landlord, Giles Madge is often featured on the menu. Dishes are simple, traditional and delicious and include:

• Homemade soup
• Steak and chips
• Battered cod and chips
• Sticky toffee pudding

With generous portions and quality assured, food is freshly prepared, so to avoid disappointment, make sure you arrive early or it may very well have run out!

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 11am - 3pm; 5:30pm - 11pm
Saturday: 11am - 11pm
Sunday: Midday - 11pm

Well behaved children who are happy to sit quietly with their parents are more than welcome, whilst equally polite dogs on leads are permitted in the bar.

Food Serving Hours

Monday to Thursday: Midday - 2pm; 7pm - 9pm
Friday and Saturday: Midday - 2pm; 7pm - 9:30pm
Sunday: Midday - 2:30pm

Please contact: 01483 256763

Please remember to mention The Best of Guildford when contacting the William IV.

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