The Badger’s Sett is a traditional British pub and restaurant in Leicestershire, serving lunch, dinner and classic Sunday roasts in a cosy country setting. Tucked away in the idyllic village of Cropston, it offers a relaxed backdrop for birthday parties, family meals, group celebrations and easy date nights, with a large beer garden, which is perfect for alfresco dining during the warmer months.
The menus centre on hearty pub favourites and seasonal dishes. Starters range from Devon crab cake and salt and pepper calamari to chicken liver and fig pate served with Bramley apple and blackberry chutney on toasted ciabatta. Sharing options include chilli jam glazed lamb kofta with hummus and flatbread, as well as baked camembert designed for two.
Mains cover everything from pie of the day and slow cooked pork to smoked haddock fishcakes and beer battered fish and chips. There are steaks with a choice of sauces and indulgent extras such as mac and cheese or beer battered onion rings, alongside burgers, stone baked pizzas, salads and signature skewers featuring Moroccan spiced chicken, grilled halloumi and aubergine or tender lamb rump. Puddings include traditional British favourites like sticky toffee pudding, the Eaton nest and baked vanilla cheesecake.
On Sundays, traditional roasts take centre stage, with beef, pork, lamb or turkey served with all the usual trimmings, plus a root vegetable Wellington and a Sunday trio option. A dedicated children’s menu, featuring dishes such as Margherita pizza and spaghetti and meatballs, makes it a straightforward choice for families.
Inside the pub, exposed brick, wooden beams, open fires and chalkboards create a welcoming feel, while checked curtains and sturdy wooden tables add to the character. Outside, the spacious garden offers plenty of seating beneath a central tree and a charming timber gazebo, making it a lovely spot to dine or enjoy a cold pint in the Leicestershire countryside.