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Jim Crowe, chef-owner at The Frog at Skirmett, proudly told me how much of his menu is locally sourced from the Hambleden Valley, where this attractive pub-restaurant is situated. Jim and his wife, Noelle, have owned The Frog since 1995 and, if the quality of the meal and service we enjoyed was anything to go by, have established ...
View full reviewThis 17th-Century coaching inn has a long tradition of superb hospitality along with an excellent reputation for welcoming travellers and locals alike with a good drink, a comfy chair and a handsome meal. The interior is comfortable and homely, while also pleasingly fresh and clean. I sat by a bay window in the elegant restaurant, o...
View full reviewNestled on the outskirts of the historic town of Woodstock, The Duke of Marlborough combines country charm with friendly service and excellent dining. This family-friendly pub provides a cosy retreat in winter with open fires, while the well-kept beer garden is perfect for warmer days. The menu changes seasonally and boasts an imp...
View full reviewSituated in Ewelme, a pretty patch of rural Oxfordshire on the edge of the Chilterns, The Shepherd’s Hut is within easy reach of Wallingford and provides a perfect pit-stop for those passing through. The venue itself is cosy and traditional, oozing the charm of a well-loved village pub. After receiving a warm welcome and grabbin...
View full reviewSitting pretty in picturesque Warborough, The Six Bells is something of an Oxfordshire phenomenon. Dating back to the 1600s, this fantastic thatched inn has featured in several episodes of the television show Midsomer Murders. The classic interior boasts roaring fires, so flickering light illuminates the exposed stone walls and wa...
View full reviewThe family-run Bell Inn is a pub truly at the heart of pretty Bovingdon. A beautiful, flower-adorned 18th-century exterior will catch your attention and inside, visitors find the welcome as authentic and agreeable as the exterior.
There’s a bustling bar area perfect for catching up with friends or popping in for a pint af...
Situated away from the hectic buzz of Oxford city centre lies the sleepy village of Dorchester-on-Thames. Visitors pour into this picturesque local on a daily basis, all eager to experience the historic charm of Augustinian Abbey, the rolling countryside walks and the must-see view from Wittenham Clumps. Another attraction that begs ...
View full reviewConstructed in the 15th century, The George Hotel is one of the UK’s oldest coaching inns. With oak beams and inglenook fi replaces, this pub is packed full of character and has even served as a filming location for Midsomer Murders.
Upon arrival, take a seat in the bar area for a relaxed drink, or perhaps order an aperit...
The Crown Inn, a well-presented pub with gorgeous outdoor areas, prides itself on its sociable, community-orientated ethos. It's one of only two pubs in the village and offers plenty more to do than eat and drink, including a poker club, darts tournaments and a pub quiz, along with occasional live music. If you are in need of susten...
View full reviewQuite how it got its name so far from Sherwood Forest is a mystery, but there's no doubt that The Robin Hood has been happily serving the village folk of Clifton Reynes for more than 400 years. It being a summer's day, I chose to dine outside on the lovely bright patio, where I sat down to study the menu. For starters I chose a sel...
View full reviewOne of the many things that makes Slip End's Frog & Rhubarb stand out from the crowd - apart from its quirky name, of course - is its unique combination of village-pub charm and contemporary, Mediterranean-inspired food. At this welcoming pub, hearty British classics such as beer-battered cod and steak, Guinness and mushroom pie...
View full reviewMonday night and The Fishery is packed. No wonder - the comfortable outside seating area is perfect for a quiet drink, while inside there's an elegant restaurant. It was here we had our candlelit meal, watching the canal boats drifting by. The seasonal menu offers fresh, locally sourced cuisine and is supplemented by ever-changi...
View full reviewNestled at the heart of the chocolate-box village of Church Hanborough you’ll find The Hand and Shears, a traditional English pub offering fantastic pub fare. Inside, locals and first-time visitors mingle to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, entering as strangers and leaving as friends.
Open for lunch and dinner Mond...
In the heart of Eynsham, this 17th-Century traditional English pub and eatery sums up what is so appealing about Great British hospitality. With an open log fire, low beams and cosy decor, it's the perfect haven on colder evenings, and there's a garden terrace at the rear for relaxing when the sun is shining. There's a simple menu ...
View full reviewLess than 20 minutes from Oxford by car is an 18th-Century, family-friendly country retreat offering a quintessential British pub experience. A log burner keeps patrons warm and cosy during the winter, while the spacious garden is the place to be during the summer. Man's best friend is even welcome too, in both the garden and bar. T...
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