The Trout – Wolvercote

 

Oxford 01865 510930 – busy – booking essential

 

The Trout Inn is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own garden, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque town of Wolvercote.

Steeped in history yet with a thoroughly contemporary twist, The Trout Inn is a 17th-century pub that provides a truly special setting to dine, drink and catch up with family and friends.

Positioned on the banks of the River Thames in Lower Wolvercote, North of Oxford, The Trout Inn is a unique British pub that provides the ultimate destination to escape the demands that come hand in hand with everyday life.

With its stylish interiors, distinctive features, and links to literacy and historic greats such as Lewis Carroll, Colin Dexter’s Inspector Morse, Rosamund the Fair, and King Henry II, this pub will open your eyes to a world of fascinating history and culture.

The Bell Inn – Lower Heyford

 

01869 347176  Under new management

The app is needed to order and make bookings – book by phone also

 

The Bell Inn at Lower Heyford is a historic village pub with a large garden close to the Oxford Canal, the home of our unique Board & Plank menu, and boasting the best range of local ales and farmhouse ciders in the area together with an eclectic wine and spirit list. Locals, diners, walkers, boaters, dogs & children are all equally welcomed…

We have a wonderful large leafy garden seating up to 170 with both traditional pub benches and a series of responsibly sourced teak tables. Our 5 indoor rooms each have a unique character ranging from the informal Bar and cosy Snug to the light and airy Family Room and the intimacy of our splendid Rousham Room….

The Boat Inn – Thrupp

 

01865 374279– Book by phone – Limited service

 

John, Jane and the team offer a warm and friendly welcome to all customers old and new alike. The Boat Inn, set alongside the beautiful Southern Oxford Canal, is a family and dog-friendly canal-side country pub which has retained its traditional character and local appeal.

This unique and beautiful setting makes the Boat Inn an ideal watering hole for walkers, boaters and hikers to enjoy a tasty meal or a refreshing drink.

The Boat Inn has also featured a number of times in the popular, detective drama series Inspector Morse, based on a series of novels by Colin Dexter. It starred the legendary John Thaw as Chief Inspector Morse and Kevin Whately as Sergeant Lewis. The Morse Dining Room has many photographic tributes of the episodes featuring the pub and more recently featured in ‘Barging Around Britain’ (ITV) with John Sergeant.

Come and join us for good food, real ales, great wines, great company, fabulous hospitality and a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life – you won’t be disappointed!

Jolly Boatman – Thrupp

 

Kidlington – canal-side – 01865 377800  Book online only!  Good food

 

In the warmer summer months, there is nothing nicer or more relaxing than to sit alongside the beautiful Southern Oxford canal and enjoy a drink or a spot of “al fresco” dining at one of our towpath tables whilst watching the boats go by. There are many interesting places to visit and activities to take part in close by – why not have a relaxing drink or bite to eat after your excursion?

We are passionate about serving quality dishes using the best locally sourced produce. Our experienced and talented chef has created some amazing dishes to tempt your taste buds. Enjoy a lite bite, 3-course meal or something different from our daily changing specials board.  Our Sunday Carvery is extremely popular – please book as we would hate for you to be disappointed!

Great Western Arms

 

Ahyno – Book by phone – (best pub on canal)  01869 338288 – busy – booking essential – (two and half hours from Twyford Wharf)

 

Possible Sat eve Possibly the best pub/restaurant on the canal!

 

There’s much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and take a moment to drop us a line.

 

Rene Klein Chef Patron

For 12 years now I have run the Great Western, alongside my beautiful wife, Ali. We get lots of magical help from our two children, Freddie and Poppie.

As our loyal customers know, I pride myself on giving the best in everything I do.

The Old Reindeer

 

Banbury – 01295 270972  Book by phone

 

Food Served All Day Everyday

 

Here at Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn, we pride ourselves on having the best selection of real ales, exceptional wines and superb food – all locally sourced and lovingly prepared in our kitchen. See the splendour of our original heavy wooden gated entrance, boasting the year of the inn’s opening in 1570. Or soak up the atmosphere inside with the inn’s high beamed ceilings, open fireplaces and cosy corners. Treat yourself to a refreshing Hooky ale and maybe a cheeky little something from our menu while imagining the glory of the inn’s historic past.

Come and say hello, we at “The Reindeer” would be happy to serve you and share some stories of the inn’s colourful and magnificent past.

The Old Auctioneer

 

Banbury – 07377 231185  Book by phone

 

The old auctioneer is the third oldest building in Banbury, built in 1596 and surviving the great fire of 1628. The site dates back to medieval times and was renamed parsons street in 1410.

The pub became known as the flying horse and in the 1830s as many as 53 coaches left the pub for London weekly, taking seven and a half hours to make the journey.

 

Inside the old auctioneer today, the restaurant is adorned with fascinating pieces of decor each carrying its own unique history. The 1900’s racing shell mounted to the function room ceiling, together with the original savoy hotel doors marking the entrance to the garden, all add to the feeling and ambience of bygone times.

 

Whether you’re meeting a friend to catch up over coffee & cake, having your birthday party, or coming in to enjoy one of our regular 2-4-1 offers: the old auctioneer is the most interesting meeting place in Banbury.

The Brasenose Arms

 

Cropredy – 01295 750244  Book by phone (Good)

 

Ours is a 17th-century pub, steeped in history where you can enjoy a decent pint, a glass of Prosecco and either great quality bar food or something a bit more special from the 1777 restaurant menu.

 

Just 4 miles from Banbury (and Banbury train station) you can enjoy walks along the canal, visit the historic site of the Battle of Cropredy Bridge and enjoy the Oxfordshire countryside.

 

The Brasenose is the perfect place for lunch, dinner or a weekend away in the country.

The Wharf Inn

Fenny Compton – Canal Side – 01295 770332  Book by phone (Good)

 

Canal-side pub with a modern light and trendy feel to it which is popular with drinkers and diners, offering friendly and comfortable surroundings for good value meals and regular guest ales.

 

It has one long room with a separate restaurant at one end and the bar at the other.

 

Tables and chairs outside to the front of the pub and two doors from the bar areas and dining into the beer garden, toilets, and a small shop.
Adjacent there is a campsite and plenty of parking space. The canal-side beer garden is perfect for watching summer sunsets.
The hair salon, nail bar and launderette are mainly for the canal trade and open to all. The pub also has four letting rooms.

 

Historic Interest

Formerly a Watney’s pub and renamed from the George & Dragon in the summer of 1996.

The Folly

Napton – 0926 815185  Book by phone (Good)

 

So what do we think makes a ‘good tavern or inn’, in
other words ‘a real pub’?

It’s an essential part of the community, it’s where friends choose to meet, relax and, where you can choose to enjoy either a quiet drink or fun with your friends, where regulars and newcomers are given an equally warm welcome and where you can always rely on good beer, wines. spirits and excellent wholesome food.

The Kings Head

Napton – 01926 812202  Book by phone (Good)

 

COUNTRY DINING | AMAZING WINES | LOCALLY SOURCED BEER

Matt and the team welcome you to our country pub in the picturesque village of Napton-on-the-Hill.

 

Here at the King’s Head, we are passionate about great food, quality beers and wines, and exceptional customer service. Our menu is comprised of locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality, all cooked fresh and from scratch by our passionate kitchen team.

 

Whether it be an intimate dinner for two, a gathering with friends and family, or larger events such as weddings and birthdays, we can cater for you. For any inquiries, give us a call on 01926 812202 and our staff will be happy to help.

We look forward to seeing you!

The Old Plough

Braunston – 01788 890453 – On Grand Union – By phone

Website – theoldploughbraunston.com

 

The Old Plough is a family-run village pub taken over in April 2022. Having lived in the village of Braunston for many years we decided to take on a new challenge and establish ourselves within the village as new publicans serving great food and great beer!

 

Breakfasts are served on Saturdays and Sundays 9am-12pm and find out about our steak deal for two 10oz rumps for £29.95!

 

If you’re looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere with traditional pub grub, call us today to make a booking!

The Admiral Nelson at Lock No 3

Braunston – Canalside – 01788 891900

 

First & foremost, The Admiral Nelson is a beautiful canal-side pub, steeped in local history.

Quintessentially British with a range of real ales, alongside a fantastic selection of continental lagers & craft beers.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our ales & always have a selection that caters for every preference.

Pete, the Landlord is more than partial to a pint of Old Original, whilst Landlady Debs is often found enjoying a delightfully pale Sunchaser!

 

Food

We have a great menu for you to choose from that is full of pub classics to suit every palate! So gather your family and friends, give yourself the night off and let our brilliant team treat you to some hearty & delicious food made with love!

 

Information Correct as of 27th June 2020