Welcome to The William Bray

Welcome to The William Bray, a recently renovated, contemporary British bar and restaurant in the heart of Shere, one of Surrey’s prettiest villages, situated just off the A25 between Dorking and Guildford.

Named after the C18th. Lord of the Manor of Shere, we are committed to offering only great quality, locally-sourced, seasonal food and drink whenever possible (you could walk to quite a few of our suppliers from the bar).

We are open between 11am and 11pm every day of the week, offering classic British cooking in a modern setting with a traditional bar, attractive garden and terrace overlooking the village. We have ample parking for cars, bicycles and horses. Children and dogs very welcome.

All new for 2012 at the William Bray

The William Bray would like to introduce our new award winning chefs, Brett Gandy and his Senior Sous Chef - Craig Gandy. The brothers, originally from South Africa, have been working in the Surrey area for the last three or four years at large hotels - Foxhills and Frimley Hall Hotel respecitvely - and both were keen to work together in a small establishment where they have the freedom to experiment with their cooking. Don't fear, the old favourites are still on the menu, but why not come and try some of the new offerings to beat off the winter blues. There will also be daily specials and seasonal changes so keep an eye on the website for details.

Love is in the air…

With Valentine's Day around the corner the William Bray will be coming up with some romantic dishes for the special night. Click here for more details.

“This substantial Edwardian pub in the centre of Shere is a great local asset....all is busy, convivial and unreservedly good humoured."

“A crowd-pleasing fashionable menu offers pub classics such as shepherd’s pie or a good burger alongside black bream with salsa verde and panna cotta with blackberry sorbet.”

The Good Food Guide 2011