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Book now and join us to enjoy our seasonal menu

Chef Ben Watson and his wife Priya have worked in some of London’s most celebrated restaurants. Most recently, Ben joined the start-up team at Core by Clare Smyth which was awarded its third Michelin Star in 2021. Since arriving at the Golden Ball in November 2022, Ben and Priya have established a reputation for outstanding food and friendly, efficient service.

Opening Hours:

Lunch - Wednesday - Saturday 12pm - 2:30pm

Sunday - 12pm - 4pm

Dinner - Wednesday - Saturday 6pm - 9:30pm

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Find us

Situated in Lower Assendon a tiny village in the Assendon valley in the Chiltern Hills, about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) northwest of Henley-on-Thames in South Oxfordshire, England. With the footpaths over the chilterns and Stonor Park just up the road the surrounding area awaits your footprints, followed by a fantastic meal in the Golden Ball of course!

Recent Reviews

  • We have enjoyed several lunches both the set menus and a la carte and the food was delicious on so many levels. The front of house is very welcoming and the service staff attentive and efficient. We have recommended ,without hesitation, the Golden Ball to all our family and friends in the knowledge that they will have a great dining experience.

    Adele

  • We have been going to the Golden Ball for many years and we have to say the ‘New’ Golden Ball is EVEN better!!! We will be back :-)

    Will

  • Lovely food, and nothing was too much trouble. Even the sun managed to make an appearance during our visit. Would highly recommend

    Louise

  • Fabulous food efficiently served with a smile and a lovely atmosphere. We’ve been a few times and it’s becoming our favourite local for good food & wine

    Anthony

  • Incredible food - really small bespoke menu and so you know it is really fresh and following the season. It is the second time I ate there and not disappointed, it was amazing. Will absolutely be bringing more friends to visit, it was brilliant.

    Erin

  • An amazing meal we both said a cut above other restaurants. Lovely staff as well

    Mike