Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623

About us

Although the town of Thornhill is a relatively modern area, The Traveller's Rest dates back as far as the 1800's, records show it was granted its first license in 1864. Unlike many other pubs, The Traveller's Rest remained open throughout the Second World War. Mr George Lightfoot ran it throughout the war and continued to do so until 1971.

A country pub oozing rural charm and rustic character, our picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pub-food on our menu, and the carefully nurtured cask ales and fine wines gracing our bar.

Whether you are planning dinner with friends or Sunday lunch with family, book a table online and enjoy some quality time with those you love the most.

Read more

Facilities

Beer gardenCar parkDisabled facilitiesFamily friendlyFoodOutside areaReal aleWiFi freeCask Marque

Pub reviews

Reviews

Jan Rowlands

1 month ago

Very busy, but staff really helpful and accommodating serves delicious food. We opted for the Sunday lunch - I had a meat free option. Vegetables possiblity could have been cooked a little more, but ample portions - very filling. Definitely go again .

Chris Gapper

4 months ago

Lovely olde style eatery and bar, caters well for foodies and folk with a larger wallet than the usual pub grub, I recommend the prawn starter and the pork belly!!!

Mike O'connor

5 months ago

First time here for over 30 years , and it's even better. Excellent service , the food is delicious. This place is perfect is perfect for date nights and romantic meals . Best to book as it gets busy 9/10 from me

Nicky Collier

7 months ago

An amazing little find, and highly recommend. Probably the best Sunday lunch I've had in a very long time. Food, Tri Meat Sunday dinner / Sirloin Beef Sunday Dinner. Side of cauliflower cheese and stuffing: Dinners: it was delicious, every bite. Nothing was done incorrectly. The meat was soft and tender, the beef was cooked perfectly. The roast potato's crunchy, the veg lovely, Yorkshire pudding was airy a good size, stuffing with bacon wrapped around them were delicious. You get a small pot of gravy, which was plenty. We did ask for more, and it came instantly. Mint sauce tasted home made, which I didn't expect. A weirdly odd thing which I loved how was the veg came in a separate dish on the plate, so you could share with someone or chose what you wanted from the fish. I feel this place nailed everything! And for the price, you couldn't ask for me. We paid £54; 2 dinners, 2 sides, and 2 drinks. And considering the size and quality, I would easily pay that again and again. Service: Polite staff, who all looked incredibly professional. We never waited long for anything, that includes our dinners. We were never rushed and felt we ordered at our own pace. Atmosphere: Absolutely gorgeous, from the low beam ceiling, to the firepits placed around. There was a lovely couple with a baby in a high seat, and I felt the atmosphere was so relaxed and call. Bravo to the staff, chefs and owner for making an incredibly venue.

Lee Davies

1 year ago

Nice looking pub, nice inside. My partner tried to order a cocktail when we arrived only to be told 'we don't do that' when asked what did he mean he response was 'we don't do that'. No explanation as to why not just very blunt. Left my partner feeling stupid as if she asked for something out of the ordinary. If you don't do it then get it off the menu! Very rude! The chicken pie was all puff pastry barely any filling. I ordered the hunters chicken schnitzel which tasted nice to be fair but the meal overall was small in size for the price had to order a side salad to go with it as it came with literally 2 leaves. The mains were a little bit overpriced for what they were especially the schnitzel at nearly £16 and came with a few chips. I was going to order the curry but I seen it was £17 which is unbelievable for chicken curry and rice!! The desserts were really nice though. I wouldn't come here again as I don't believe it's good value for your money. We came as a group of 6 but for my partner an myself our food came to £80. She had 2 cocktails 2 for £12 I had water. No starters. 2 mains and a dessert each, banoffee pie and a modern take on a black forest gateaux which was brilliant i loved that. And a garlic bread which is not on the menu.

Pub calendar

What's on

Sorry, we don't have any current events or offers for this pub.

Pub news

News & jobs

Sorry, we don't have any current news or jobs for this pub.

Pub location

Find us

Opening Times

Mon11:00 – 23:00
Tue11:00 – 23:00
Wed11:00 – 23:00
Thur11:00 – 23:00
Fri11:00 – 23:00
Sat11:00 – 23:00
Sun11:00 – 22:30
Pub food and drink

Food & drink

Sorry, we don't have any menus listed at the moment.

Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623