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Pubs In and around Banbury

From cosy 17th century coaching inns to scenic village gastropubs, find the perfect spot for a local pint or a Sunday roast across North Oxfordshire.

An exterior view of a historic stone pub in Chipping Norton featuring a traditional hanging sign and dark green painted storefront under a clear sky.

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Entertainment and nightlifeBanbury

The Bell Inn at Adderbury

The Bell Inn stands as one of the most significant historical landmarks in the village of Adderbury, representing over five centuries of hospitality. This Grade II listed ironstone building, which dates back to the 15th century, is much more than a local pub, it is a preserved piece of North Oxfordshire’s social

Entertainment and nightlifeMoreton-in-Marsh

The Bell Inn Moreton-in-Marsh

The Bell Inn is a traditional coaching inn on the High Street in the centre of Moreton-in-Marsh, on the west side close to the war memorial. Considered by many to be JRR Tolkien's inspiration for the Prancing Pony in The Lord of the Rings, it is a Cotswold stone building providing food, drink and accommodation. Taken

Entertainment and nightlifeShenington

The Bell Inn Shenington

The Bell Inn is an 18th century country pub located on the village green in Shenington, a picturesque village in rural North Oxfordshire on the edge of the Cotswold escarpment. First opened in 1700, this traditional English inn has provided a place for the community to gather for over three centuries. The pub was

Entertainment and nightlifeWarwick

The Black Pug

The Black Pug is a neighbourhood pub on Coten End in Warwick, dating back to the 16th century and formerly known as The Millwright Arms. It sits in the heart of the historic town, famous for its castle and gardens. The pub offers a garden area, generous seating and a good selection of drinks. Vegetarian and vegan

Entertainment and nightlifeCroughton

The Blackbird Inn

The Blackbird Inn is a traditional village pub at 38 High Street in Croughton, near Brackley. It serves pub food with specials that change through the year, works as both bar and restaurant, hosts live music, and has outdoor seating.

Entertainment and nightlifeBanbury

The Blinking Owl

The Blinking Owl stands as the primary social anchor for the village of North Newington, offering a classic example of a North Oxfordshire ironstone pub. Situated in the heart of the community, the building is constructed from the signature golden-hued stone that defines the architectural heritage of the Banbury

Entertainment and nightlifeChipping Norton

The Blue Boar

The Blue Boar stands as a hallmark of the Cotswolds in the market town of Chipping Norton. With its roots reaching back to the seventeenth century, this traditional inn has served as a central fixture of the town for generations, offering a warm welcome to travellers navigating the historic trade routes through

Entertainment and nightlifeHampton Lucy

The Boars Head

The Boars Head is a traditional dog-friendly pub in the village of Hampton Lucy, just a short drive from Stratford-upon-Avon. It has been part of village life since the 17th century, when it first opened as a cider house, and today is run by landlady and director Emma. The kitchen, headed by chef Jack, serves hearty

Entertainment and nightlifeKidlington

The Boat Inn

The Boat Inn is a canal side country pub set alongside the Southern Oxford Canal in Thrupp, near Kidlington. Run by Grace, Garret and their team, it is a family and dog friendly pub that has kept its traditional character and local appeal. The kitchen prides itself on dishes made in house using fresh, seasonal and

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