Pub of the Week

This large red bricked pub, in the centre of the quaint village of Little Coxwell, is at the heart of the village. Dated back to 1901, The Eagle Tavern was built to serve the farming community, and has now evolved into a fine eatery and inn, with 6 boutique rooms for guests to stay in,…

This week we’ve taken a trip over to Pewsey, a large village south of Marlborough, synonymous with its chalk White Horse carved on the hill. This quiet and pretty village is home to the Shed Ale House, a wonderfully compact micro-pub. Since opening in 2015, it has become THE place, for locals and tourists alike,…

An award winner is in our midst! The White Horse is truly tucked away down the beautiful country lanes of Compton Bassett. It sits on its very own little green, which is peppered with garden benches and flowerbeds, which surround accommodation and the pub itself. Through a large archway, labelled with the white horse emblem,…

If you’re looking to stay in a classically beautiful Cotswold village pub, the Castle Inn at Castle Combe should be first on your list. Castle Combe, synonymous for its race circuit and ‘chocolate box’ aesthetic, has a rather wonderful tranquillity and beauty that makes it an escape from the hustle and bustle. That being said,…

This week we’re in our hometown, at the aptly named pub, ‘The Marlborough‘. Situated in this historic market town which comes steeped in a rich history – the hunting grounds of Henry VIII at Savernake Forest, Wolf Hall where his 3rd wife Jane Seymour’s family resided and a world famous highstreet known for being the…

If you’re on the hunt for a reliably excellent pint, The Carter’s Rest wins every time. In the bustling town of Wroughton, which sits between the glorious Wiltshire Ridgeway and Swindon’s Old Town, this classic ale house can be dated back as far as 1671. An essence of nostalgia is coupled with a modern refurb…

Sometimes, all you really want to find is a proper good old classic town pub. And that’s exactly what The British Lion in Devizes stands for – a place for great beer and great company. As the only independent freehouse in Devizes, it’s easy to see why The British Lion has such a long standing,…

Oh we do love a quirky a pub! And The Star in Oxford is just that. This one is new to us, but one we have come to really love very very quickly, and its easy to see why when you visit. Tucked just off of the Cowley Road, amidst a collection of traditional terraced houses,…

This week, we’re back to a classic countryside inn at the Queen’s Arms in East Garston. Right in the Valley of the Racehorse, this pub sits at the heart of an area of outstanding natural beauty. Even though it is but a few a miles from J14 on the M4, you would never guess it!…

If you’re on the hunt for a hidden gem – in pub form – The Flemish Weaver is without a doubt a must visit. It’s tucked in the oldest part of the beautifully quaint town of Corsham just 20 minutes from Bath, and boasts classically Old English ‘Bath’ architecture. This 17th Century Ale House completes…

Situated in the centre of Hungerford, the Three Swans is a 17th century coaching inn overlooking the town’s marketplace. It’s steeped in history, dating back as far as the 1600’s, and features the original archway that would have been used by horse drawn carriages back in the day! Now it leads to the large courtyard…

The Royal Oak is nestled just 7 miles outside of Newbury, in the idyllic village of Yattendon. When you arrive, the exterior exudes that of a classic English countryside inn and is the hub of the village. Its charm is undeniable, even before you enter. The front is lined by large parasols with their emblem…