The New Inn
At the heart of Tresco, The New Inn is our warm and welcoming island pub – a cosy haven where good company, great food, and spellbinding sea views meet, all inspired by the shifting seasons of land and sea.




Settle into the Driftwood Bar, gather in the wreckwood‑lined snug, soak up sunshine on the sheltered terrace, or dine in the light‑filled Pavilion.
From hearty breakfasts and freshly baked cakes to classic pub lunches and wholesome evening suppers, we’re here all day to welcome you in – whether you’ve just stepped off the beach or you're waiting for your boat home at the end of the day. Some evenings bring live music; others, the simple beauty of a sunset over New Grimsby harbour.
Our kitchen team, led by Head Chef Liam Caves, celebrates the best of each season with British classics given a Tresco twist. We work hand‑in‑hand with local growers, fishers, and farmers, with much of our produce grown, reared, or landed right here on the islands.
In summer, the Ox Grill brings a touch of theatre to the terrace, with coals enhancing the flavours of the finest local ingredients – from garden vegetables to Jof’s sail‑and‑oar‑caught lobster.
Our menus shift with the seasons, but some things never change, like our legendary Sunday roast, served every weekend without fail.
2025 Opening Hours
Current Hours | 1st - 28th September | 29th September - 2nd November | From 6th November |
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Open 8am - 11pm daily (10:30pm Sundays) Lunch 12 - 3pm / Dinner 6 - 9pm | Open 8am - 11pm daily (10:30pm Sundays) / Lunch 12 - 2:30pm / Dinner 6 - 8:30pm | Open 8am - 11pm daily (10:30pm Sundays) / Lunch 12 - 2pm / Dinner 6 - 8pm | Open 8am - 11pm Thursday to Sunday (10:30pm Sundays) / Lunch 12 - 2pm / Dinner 6 - 8pm |
Make a Dinner Reservation (lunch reservations not required)
We take bookings for dinner only; no reservations are needed for lunch.
You can book a dinner table online until 4:30 p.m. on the day. After that, please give us a call on 01720 423006 or pop in.
We generally have plenty of space, as we reserve indoor tables only – so do drop by and speak to the team.
Breakfast may be available for non-residents; please call 01720 423006 to inquire about booking.
Please see our full table booking terms and conditions below.
Summer Grill Nights
Our terrace Ox Grill adds a burst of flavour; open coals bringing out the natural essence of the finest local ingredients - including Jof’s sail-and-oar caught island lobster. Friday nights from 6pm.

The New Inn Menus
Pub classics with a Tresco twist

Lunch
Served daily 12 - 3pm

Dinner
Served daily 6 - 9pm

Pudding
Served at lunch and dinner

Children's Menu
Served at lunch and dinner

Wine List
Served all day