About Us

Here is just a little info to let you get to know us better...

History

Here is little potted history of our pub and the local area... if you have a spare minute or two and maybe a cup of tea (or is that a G&T), we think it's well worth read.

Download it here

If you'd like to put a name to a face, allow us to introduce you to the crew...

Front of house

Mitch

Manager

Meet our General Manager, Mitch. Originally from Bakewell, he has travelled South, starting off at our sister pub Nevill Crest and Gun, onto the Pheasant and now here putting down roots in the village of Milford. With extensive knowledge about real ales (trying different beers is the best way to obtain this), we can ensure you that you will have a great pint here! On his occasional days off, Mitch will either be kicking a ball around a football pitch for the local football team...Yellas! Or out and about walking his dog, Otis, be sure to say hi!

Ciara

Deputy Manager

Ciara's bubbly and friendly demeanor makes her a favourite among the regulars at the pub! She has a knack for engaging in conversations with customers, effortlessly making them feel like old friends. When she's not pouring pints behind the bar, she regularly goes to theatre performances and visits art exhibitions. Ciara also trains extensively in various dance styles, including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary being some of her favourites!

Buzz

Deputy Manager

Paul (aka "Buzz"...no one knows why) is our oldest serving manager whose voice booms through the pubs beams when he works. One of our crucial members of staff, he is everyones best friend but if you cannot find him he is almost definitely on holiday topping up his tan and ever growing knowledge of wines. If you ever have any questions about any of our booze, he is your man.

Reece

Supervisor

Despite not growing up in the local area, Reece has managed to become a local celebrity here in Godalming (nearly everyone seems to know him). He is always laughing and smiling and loves having a chat with the locals. His favourite meal on our menu is of course Cod and Chips (with skinny fries). When he’s not here you can find him down his local pub with friends, or on the other side of the bar having a pint of Peroni.

Kitchen

Paul

Head Chef

Paul joined us in March 2022 from our sister pub the Black Jug and we've not looked back since. He is a devoted father of two amazing little girls and when he has some time to himself he loves to get out on the golf course, or spend time in his garden (although he isn't a fan of the spiders he comes across), making sure everything is looking beautiful. Here, he runs a tight ship in the kitchen and everyone enjoys having a chat with him, and a beer after work! He is a key member of our Refectory family and we love having him here.

Elena

Sous Chef

Elena is our Greek Goddess who loves cooking up a storm in the kitchen. Elena's favourite traditional Greek dish to cook is Spanakopita... yum! It goes without saying that she is an avid Harry Potter fan and you would not want to face her in a Quidditch quiz off! We love having Elena here, she is our ray of sunshine and her bubbly personality is always shining.

Maintenance

Martin

Gardener/Maintenance Person

Don't be shy to say hello to our longest standing gardener/maintenance man Martin. You will see him working hard around the grounds and loves a good chat between jobs! Martin loves long walks and travelling around the UK and abroad with his two sons. If you ever need a helping hand, Martin is your guy!

Taryn

Gardener/Maintenance Person

Taryn is the newest addition to our garden team, and we welcome her with open arms! Her passion for flowers and landscape really shows not only by the huge smile on her face every day, but, well just come and look around the grounds and you will see! Taryn keeps busy with her two dogs, Lacey and Tiny, her horse Captain and family at home. Another friendly face to say hello to if you see her!

Front of house Kitchen Maintenance