THE BRENDON ARMS HISTORYHOSPITALITY, HORSES AND HIGH SEAS

The Brendon family owned the local stables and supplied the horses needed to launch the lifeboat - it could only put to sea via the canal lock gates one hour either side of high tide. At other times the immense carriage for the 33 x 8 foot boat had to be dragged to the beach by ten horses and launched into the breakers.

Pictured left is the wreck of the Capricorno, which occurred in 1900. In the days of sailing ships the coast of North Cornwall was a magnet for wrecks. It was a lee shore onto which craft were liable to be thrust by the prevailing wind. Between 1869 and 1901 no fewer than 85 vessels were stranded or lost near Bude. The town’s heroic lifeboatmen put to sea on 31 occasions between 1853 and 1890 and saved 40 lives. The Brendon Arms contains many nautical memorabilia and photographs of lost vessels. Each of the bedrooms is named after a ship wreck which took part in one of these dramas of life and death.

The Brendon Arms were first borne by Richard Brendon of St Dominick, Cornwall in about 1550. They are described in heraldic terms as ‘Vert three martlets argent; Crest, an eagle displayed.’ The Latin motto, “Deo Duce”, means “God Leads”. These armorial bearings can be seen on the sign outside the Brendon Arms. It is a sign that offers you traditional family hospitality along with excellent modern amenities and the “Warmest welcome in the West”.

THE BRENDON FAMILY ’S REPUTATION FOR HOSPITALITY WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1872 WHEN GEORGE BRENDON BEGAN TO RUN THE FALCON HOTEL AND INN

Pictured here around 1900 is his eldest son, also George Brendon, seeing off their four-horse coach service which went to Boscastle, Tintagel and Closely. Over 140 years after George Brendon senior started serving customers, his great, great grand-daughter Sophia Brendon holds the licence and continues the tradition of providing what has long been hailed as the “Warmest welcome in the West”.

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STARTERS

MEXICAN NACHOS V GF £8.95

Baked corn tortilla chips smothered in Davidstow cheddar cheese, served with sour cream, guacamole, salsa and jalapeño peppers.

Great for sharing!

HOMEMADE POTATO SKINS GF £6.50

Two large potato skins generously filled with mashed potato, spring onions and bacon then topped with Davidstow cheddar cheese, served with sour cream and dressed salad garnish.

KING PRAWN COCKTAIL £6.75

Classic prawn cocktail with a Marie Rose sauce served on a bed of shredded lettuce with wholemeal bread and Cornish butter.

HOMEMADE MACKEREL PÂTÉ £6.25

Homemade smoked Cornish mackerel pâté with a hint of horseradish & lemon, served with a dressed salad garnish and warm toast.

BAKED CAMEMBERT V £9.75

A whole French camembert topped with fresh thyme and baked, served with rosemary focaccia, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

Great for sharing!

GARLIC PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM V £6.25

A portobello mushroom filled with garlic flavoured Le Roule cheese and topped with a herb crumb on a mixed leaf salad, finished with garlic balsamic glaze and olive oil.

V VEGETARIAN GF GLUTEN FREE

ALLERGY INFORMATION: Some of our foods may contain nuts and other allergens. If you have any special dietary requirements, please speak to a member of our restaurant team who can advise you.

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FRESHLY PREPARED SALADS

BRENDON ARMS HOUSE SALAD £9.75

Smoked pancetta lardons, roast chicken, spring onions and croutons served warm on a bed of mixed leaf salad with our own house salad dressing, served with a crusty roll.

Small Brendon Arms House Salad £6.75

SMOKED CORNISH MACKEREL SALAD £9.50

Smoked Cornish mackerel fillets with new potatoes, cherry tomatoes and mixed leaf salad with a lemon pepper dressing, served with a crusty roll.

Small Smoked Cornish Mackerel Salad £6.50

GOATS CHEESE AND BEETROOT SALAD V £9.50

Grilled Goats cheese log, toasted pinenuts, roasted beetroot and caramelised red onion served warm on a bed of mixed leaf salad with an apricot and mustard dressing, served with a crusty roll.

Small Goats Cheese Salad £6.50

CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD £9.50

A lemon and thyme marinated chicken breast, cos lettuce, anchovies and a creamy Caesar dressing, topped with ciabatta croutons and freshly shaved parmesan, served with a crusty roll.

Small Chicken Caesar Salad £6.50

SALADS CAN BE ADAPTED FOR A GLUTEN FREE DIET

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BRENDON BURGERS

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN BURGER £6.95

Southern fried chicken burger in a toasted brioche roll, with lettuce and mayonnaise served with a dressed salad garnish.

BEEF BURGER £7.75

6oz 100% butchers beef burger in a toasted brioche roll with lettuce, tomato and relish, served with a dressed salad garnish.

With Davidstow cheddar cheese 75p With bacon £1.75

BBQ PULLED PORK BURGER £7.25

Home cooked shredded pulled pork in a smoked BBQ sauce, in a toasted brioche roll with lettuce, served with homemade coleslaw and a dressed salad garnish.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CHICKPEA BURGER V £6.95

Lightly spiced butternut squash and chickpea pattie in a toasted brioche roll with lettuce, served with a tomato & chilli relish and dressed salad garnish.

Add chips £2.50

VEGETARIAN MEALS

HOMEMADE BROCCOLI BAKE V £8.95

Broccoli and sliced potato in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with Davidstow cheddar cheese and finished under the grill, served with a crusty roll and a dressed salad garnish.

WILD MUSHROOM AND CHAMPAGNE RISOTTO V £11.50

A creamy wild mushroom risotto with arborio rice and a touch of Champagne, topped with fresh rocket and parmesan shavings, served with a dressed salad.

HOMEMADE PUMPKIN, CRANBERRY AND CHICKPEA TAGINE V £9.95

A spiced pumpkin tagine with sweet cranberries, apricot, roasted red onion & sultanas, flavoured with cinnamon & warming spices, served with mixed leaf salad and wild rice.

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V VEGETARIAN GF GLUTEN FREE

ALLERGY INFORMATION: Some of our foods may contain nuts and other allergens. If you have any special dietary requirements, please speak to a member of our restaurant team who can advise you.

TRADITIONAL PUB FOOD

HOMEMADE STEAK AND ALE PIE £10.25

Our famous steak pie in a rich ale gravy topped with puff pastry served with a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato and peas.

WEST COUNTRY HAM GF £8.75

Home cooked, hand carved ham served with a free range egg and a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato and peas.

BREADED WHOLE TAIL SCAMPI £9.75

Breaded whole tail scampi served with a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato, peas and homemade tartare sauce.

HOMEMADE BEEF LASAGNE £10.50

A delicious bolognaise sauce between layers of lasagne sheets and béchamel sauce served with a dressed salad garnish and garlic bread.

HUNTERS CHICKEN GF £11.95

A fresh grilled chicken breast with smoked BBQ sauce, topped with Davidstow cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, served with chips and dressed salad garnish.

FRESH BEER BATTERED FISH £9.75

Fresh white fish fillet in our Cornish Pilsner and Doom Bar batter with chips, mushy peas and homemade tartare sauce.

PLEASE SEE SPECIALS BOARD OR ASK A MEMBER OF THE WAITING STAFF FOR THE CATCH OF THE DAY

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GRILL MENU

GAMMON STEAK GF £11.75

10oz gammon steak served with 2 grilled pineapple rings or a free range egg, with a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato and peas.

RUMP STEAK £17.50

10oz prime rump steak served with grilled tomato, mushrooms and beer battered onion rings, with a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato and peas.

SIRLOIN STEAK £18.75

8oz prime sirloin steak served with grilled tomato, mushrooms and beer battered onion rings, with a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato and peas.

MIXED GRILL £17.95

20oz mixed grill (rump steak, gammon steak, pork chop, pork sausage and lamb cutlet) served with grilled tomato, mushrooms, free range egg and beer battered onion rings, with a choice of chips, new potatoes or jacket potato and peas.

ALL STEAKS ARE WEIGHED UNCOOKED

STEAKS CAN BE SERVED WITHOUT ONION RINGS AS A GLUTEN FREE OPTION

SAUCES

Homemade Creamy Cornish Blue Sauce £2.25

Homemade Green Peppercorn and Brandy Sauce £2.25

V VEGETARIAN GF GLUTEN FREE

ALLERGY INFORMATION: Some of our foods may contain nuts and other allergens. If you have any special dietary requirements, please speak to a member of our restaurant team who can advise you.

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SMALLER APPETITES

Suitable for children and smaller appetites

Freshly Battered Fish £6.50

Breaded Whole Tail Scampi £6.75

4oz Butchers Beef Burger in a Floured Bap £5.50

5” Individual Cheese and Tomato Pizza V £4.95

West Country Ham GF £5.75

Breaded Chicken Goujons £5.95

Two Butchers Pork Sausages £4.75

4oz Sirloin Steak with ½ Grilled Tomato and Onion Rings £9.50

Above served with a choice of chips, new potatoes or mashed potato and peas or beans Homemade Beef Lasagne with dressed salad and garlic bread £6.95

Penne Pasta in a tomato and basil sauce and garlic bread V £4.95

SIDE ORDERS

Chips GF £2.50

Homemade Coleslaw £1.50

Chips and Cheese GF £3.50

Side Salad £2.50

Garlic Bread £1.75

Baguette and Butter £1.50

Beer Battered Onion Rings £3.00

Bread and Butter (two slices) £1.00

Portion of Mushrooms £3.50

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THE BRENDON ARMSFAMILY HISTORY

GEORGE BRENDON I (1832-1906) was a prosperous farmer and a Master of Fox Hounds who lived at Broomhill Manor, near Bude. He also owned hotels and a coaching business, and his pub catered for the needs of thirsty travellers. George I had a ruddy, gooseberry-eyed look – not unlike that of King Edward VII - probably induced, as it was in the monarch, by over-indulging in vintage port and ripe pheasant.

GEORGE BRENDON II (1858-1948) carried on his father’s business with his brother. They supported the RNLI and supplied the horses to pull the lifeboat. They also bred and sold race-horses all over the world, buying stables in Esher around 1900 – partly because the hunting was so good between Esher and Richmond. George II was an enthusiastic patron of his own pub and helped to turn Bude into a popular holiday resort.

GEORGE BRENDON III (1918-1979) came late to the family business, after war service in Burma (he wrote a novel about it) and a career in advertising. But he did much to keep the pub successful. And he used his PR skills to promote Bude, once getting lots of publicity with a limerick competition on the town. He claimed that Bude, which rhymes with rude, crude, nude, lewd etc, is “the limerick capital of the world”.

PIERS GEORGE BRENDON IV (1940- ) was born at Broomhill, spent the war years in Bude and started serving behind the bar at the age of 18. Despite a career in teaching and writing (among his books is a biography of the eccentric Cornish poet, Parson Hawker of Morwenstow) he, his brother Rupert and their cousins ensure that the Brendon Arms remains a true family pub, offering the warmest welcome in the West.

GEORGE BRENDON V (1971- ) represents the rising generation. He too has served behind the bar, along with his cousin Sophia, the current licensee. And having many friends in the West Country, he wants to live here permanently. George V’s Cornish roots are strong and the family tradition ensures that the Brendon Arms is not just a place to enjoy a well-pulled pint or a good meal – it is a living part of a thriving community.