The Walmer Castle is a family run free house at 58 Ledbury Road in Notting Hill. Established on the site in 1845 and recently refurbished, it combines the character of a historic neighbourhood pub with polished dining spaces across three storeys.
The kitchen follows an unfussy modern British approach shaped by local and seasonal produce. Bar snacks and starters lead into fish, meat and vegetable mains, allowing guests to stop for a casual supper or settle into a more complete restaurant meal.
Sunday lunch is an important part of the week, while changing menus allow trusted producers and ingredients to guide the cooking. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are marked or available in several sections, supporting groups with different needs.
Independent draft beers, carefully selected wines and an unusual spirits collection give the bar its own identity. The Walmer Castle suits everyday dining, celebrations and private gatherings where warm service and quietly considered British food are the priorities.
Address: 58 Ledbury Road, Notting Hill, London W11 2AJ, England
The Walmer Castle Menu
Bar Snacks
SOURDOUGH
whipped salted butter (V) (Av. Gf)
KALAMATA OLIVES
(Vg) (Gf)
WILTSHIRE COCKTAIL SAUSAGES
hot honey
TARAMASALATA
toasted pitta bread, olive oil, oregano,
CRISPY SQUID
lime mayonnaise
RED PEPPER HUMMUS
pitta bread (Vg) (Av. Gf)
PADRON PEPPERS
Maldon salt, romesco
CHARCUTERIE
chorizo picante, Napoli salami, Serrano ham, cherry tomatoes, cornichons, toasted sourdough (Av. Gf)
FOR THE TABLE
red pepper hummus, pitta bread, Kalamata olives, Padron peppers, crispy squid (Av. Gf)
Starters
ISLE OF WIGHT TOMATO GAZPACHO
sourdough croutons, olive oil (Vg) (Av. Gf)
SEABASS CRUDO
pickled apple, fennel, dill oil, green chilli, buttermilk dressing (Gf)
COUNTY WEXFORD BEEF CARPACCIO
radish, watercress, Parmesan, mustard dressing (Gf)
CHARGRILLED ATLANTIC PRAWNS
parsley & garlic butter (Gf)
PUGLIAN BURRATA
Isle of Wight tomatoes, focaccia croutons, pine nuts, basil oil (V) (Av. Gf)
GALICIAN OCTOPUS
chorizo, coriander, salsa (Gf)
NDUJA & MASCARPONE TORTELLONI
Parmesan
Mains
YORKSHIRE CHICKEN BREAST
confit cherry tomatoes, olive tapenade, courgette ribbons, salsa verde (Gf)
PAN-FRIED SEA BREAM
slow roasted tomatoes, Kalamata olives, white wine velouté, green beans, samphire (Gf)
CORNISH LAMB CHOPS
romesco, summer greens, Greek yoghurt & mint dressing (Gf)
LINE CAUGHT TUNA NIÇOISE
green beans, Jersey Royals, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, anchovies, soft boiled hen’s egg (Gf)
SUFFOLK 7oz BAVETTE STEAK
chimichurri, chunky chips, summer greens
HARISSA BAKED AUBERGINE
tzatziki, couscous, toasted pine nuts, basil oil
WILTSHIRE 8oz BEEF BURGER
baby gem, tomato, burger sauce, caramelised onion jam, house coleslaw, fries
BEER BATTERED FISH & CHIPS
mushy peas, lemon, tartare sauce
Sides
FRIES, CHUNKY CHIPS
add truffle & Parmesan
FRIES, CHUNKY CHIPS
TENDERSTEM BROCCOLI
garlic & chilli (Vg) (Gf)
HOUSE GREEN SALAD
(Vg) (Gf)
SAUTÉED SUMMER GREENS
citrus dressing
JERSEY ROYALS
saffron aioli
Sunday Roasts
All roasts are served with a Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, carrots, red cabbage, parsnips & gravy (Av. Gf)
35-DAY AGED HEREFORD BEEF
horseradish cream (Av. Gf)
HERB-FED YORKSHIRE CHICKEN BREAST
bread sauce, thyme (Av. Gf)
LOIN OF MIDDLE WHITE PORK
apple sauce, rosemary (Av. Gf)
Sunday Mains
WALMER BEEF BURGER
American cheese, bacon, baby gem, tomato, truffle mayonnaise, house pickles, fries
LINE CAUGHT TUNA NIÇOISE
green beans, Jersey Royals, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, anchovies, soft boiled hen’s egg (Gf)
HARISSA BAKED AUBERGINE
tzatziki, couscous, toasted pine nuts, basil oil
COURGETTI
basil & pistachio pesto, ricotta, basil oil, fresh basil & pistachios (Vg) (Gf)
Sunday Sides
CHUNKY CHIPS
(add truffle & Parmesan £1.5) (Av. Vg)
CAULIFLOWER CHEESE
(V)
TENDERSTEM BROCCOLI
garlic & chilli (Vg) (Gf)
HOUSE GREEN SALAD
(Vg) (Gf)
Puddings
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
vanilla ice cream (V)
ETON MESS
meringue, English strawberries, strawberry compote, whipped cream (Gf)
VALRHONA CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
sea salt, olive oil
WHIPPED VANILLA MASCARPONE
caramelised peach, honey (Gf)
A SELECTION OF BABOO DORSET GELATOS / SORBETS
(Gf) (V) (Av. Vg) – double chocolate, vanilla (Av. Vg), salted caramel / raspberry ripple / raspberry, mango, lemon
ENGLISH CHEESEBOARD
smoked cheddar, Cashel blue, Rosary goats’ cheese, grapes, quince jelly, artisan crackers (Av. V) (Av. Gf)
Kids Mains
KIDS’ FISH GOUJONS & FRIES
CHICKEN BREAST
green beans, fries (Gf)
KIDS TOMATO PASTA
(V)
KIDS’ ROAST BEEF OR CHICKEN
with roast trimmings or fries. Only available on Sundays.
Kids Drinks
FOLKINGTON’S JUICES (APPLE/ORANGE/CRANBERRY)
200ml
Pudding Wines
Prices shown per 100ml / bottle.
SAUTERNES
Castelnau de Suduiraut, France
TOKAJI KÉSÖI SZÜRETETLÉSÜ
Kikelet Late Harvest, Hungary 2023
CHATEAU D'YQUEM, 1ER GRAND CRU, CLASSÉ SAUTERNES
France 1997
Port
Prices shown per 100ml / bottle.
TAWNY 10Yr QUINTA do VALLADO
TAWNY 20Yr QUINTA do VALLADO
TAWNY 2007, QUINTA DA ROMANEIRA
Digestif
Prices shown per 50ml.
JACOPO POLI PO' MORBIDA GRAPPA
CAPOVILLA TABACCO
Aperitifs & Cocktails
COATES & SEELY ENGLISH SPARKLING WINE, BRITAGNE BRUT/ROSÉ
England
WHITE NEGRONI
Sapling gin, Botivo, Vermouth
BLOODY MARY
Sapling vodka, Pickle House tomato juice, House spice mix
ESPRESSO MARTINI
Sapling vodka, Kahlua, freshly-ground coffee