2015-16 Recommended Village Pub Guide
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2015-16 Recommended Village Pub Guide
2015-2016 Aylesbury VALE RECOMMENDED VILLAGE PUB GUIDE The Oak, Aston Clinton WINN-E1R6 2015 sponsored by Aylesbury Vale, The Vale For All Seasons, covers over 300 square miles of rolling North Buckinghamshire countryside with busy market towns, enchanting villages and magnificent country houses. The Aylesbury Vale Village Pub Competition was launched in 1997 and aims to raise the profile of the village pub and celebrating the best of them. There are many cosy country pubs across the whole of the district and in many cases they represent a hub of activity within their local community. They can be a place to meet, provide a home for many community groups and are the social centre for community life. All pubs in the competition were nominated by members of the public, be they contented locals or enchanted visitors. The pubs were then judged on a number of criteria including their overall character, friendliness of staff, quality of food and drink, community spirit and family facilities. A total of nineteen quality establishments have been carefully chosen to appear in this guide. The Aylesbury Vale Village Pub Competition is sponsored by Dayla. Formerly North and Randall Ltd, established in 1851, Dayla has grown from a very small mineral water manufacturer into a leading name in the wholesale drinks World. Now run by the third generation of the Cooper family, Dayla today embraces a portfolio of more than 1,500 items. As well as being recognised partner distributors for the National Brewers, Soft Drink Manufacturers and Cider Houses, Dayla also handles over 400 Cask Conditioned Ales from its purpose built chilled store. In addition, the locally famous range of Dayla soft drinks enjoys a very strong following. An ever-growing Wine and Spirit range completes the full drink package with crisps, nuts and snacks also available. Originally Brewers, the family continue to make service their true hallmark. Accessibility: We advise that you contact the pub you plan to visit in advance to check their facilities meet your needs. KEY: This symbol system indicates the average cost of a two course meal per person at each pub: £ £15 and under ££ £25 and under £££ over £25 Overall Winner and Best Family Pub Runner Up The Oak, Aston Clinton Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-12am Sun: 12pm-10.30pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-9pm A perfect stop for walkers and cyclists, offering good food with large portions. The Oak Aston Clinton is a traditional English village pub set in picturesque countryside at the base of the Chiltern Hills. It offers an open fire, large beer garden, kids play area and enclosed garden. A dog friendly pub, with dogs welcome in the garden and ale bar. 119 Green End Street, Aston Clinton, HP22 5EU Telephone: 01296 630466 E-mail: [email protected] www.theoakastonclinton.net Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. OVERALL WINNER Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-12am Sun: 12pm-11pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2.30pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-5pm Overall Runner Up and Best Food Pub Runner Up The Pheasant, Brill A lovely, friendly country pub, restaurant and B&B with a pleasant pheasant atmosphere. This welcoming pub is perched on a hill, with views from the garden over the historic Brill Windmill and neighbouring counties. Offering real ales and delicious home-cooked food, with daily changing specials and children’s menu available. Comfortable rooms and an open fire. Dogs and families welcome. 39 Windmill Street, Brill, HP18 9TG Telephone: 01844 239370 E-mail: [email protected] www.thepheasant.co.uk Accessibility: Ground floor is step-free for wheelchair access. There are also disabled facilities. Best Food Pub and Overall Runner Up The Pointer, Brill Classic British food with a creative twist, using the very best produce from our farm. Open fires, themed food evenings, dogs welcome, children’s menu, butchers attached. Butcher’s open Wednesday to Friday 2:30pm-6pm and Saturday 12pm-4pm. 27 Church Street, Brill, Aylesbury, HP18 9RT Telephone: 01844 238339 E-mail: [email protected] www.thepointerbrill.co.uk Accessibility: Just a few steps going up to the restaurant and to the toilets, bar tables are all on one level for easier access for those with walking disabilities, help to get into the restaurant is available from members of staff. Opening Hours Mon: 5pm-10.30pm Tues to Thurs: 12pm-10.w5pm Sun: 12pm-10.30pm Food Serving Times £££ Mon: No food served Tues to Thurs: 12pm-2.30pm and 6.30pm-9pm Fri and Sat: 12pm2.30pm and 6.30pm-10pm Sun: 12.30pm-5pm Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 11am-11pm Sat: 11am-11pm Sun: 11am-11pm Food Serving Times £ Mon to Fri: 11am-10pm Sat: 11am-10pm Sun: 11am-10pm Best Family Pub The Old Fisherman, Shabbington A real English pub offering great value and priceless views. Large garden, riverside location, alfresco dining, wood burning stoves, dogs welcome, outdoor play area, children’s menu, food theme nights, real ales, fine wines and spirits. Mill Road, Shabbington, HP18 9HJ Telephone: 01844 201247 E-mail: [email protected] www.oldenglishinns.co.uk/ourlocations/the-old-fisherman Accessibility: Large print menus are available on request Best Community Pub The Pilgrim, North Marston A quality village pub. Freshly prepared seasonal food – menu changes weekly. Home grown produce from our vegetable garden. Charcoal BBQ, wood fire, live music, craft beers. Tuesday Village Nights – burger, open mic, curry or quiz night. Large garden with spectacular views. Real ale and traditional ciders. Dogs welcome. 25 High Street, North Marston, MK18 3PD Telephone: 01296 670969 E-mail: [email protected] www.thepilgrimpub.co.uk Accessibility: There is a ramp access via the backdoor. Opening Hours Mon: Closed Tue: 5pm-11pm Wed and Thu: 12pm-3pm and 5pm-11pm Fri: 12pm-3pm and 5pm-12am Sat: 12pm-12am Sun: 12pm-8pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon: Closed Tue: 6pm-9pm Wed to Sat: 12pm-2pm and 6pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-3pm Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-12am Sun: 12pm-10pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2.30pm and 6pm-9.30pm Sat: 12pm-3pm and 6pm-9.30pm Sun: 12pm-8pm Highly Commended for Food The Old Thatched Inn, Adstock Idyllic chocolate box country thatched inn with over 400 years of character. Warm and friendly welcome. Traditional character with contemporary influences; flagstone floors, inglenook fireplace and oak beams. Freshly prepared food by fully trained chefs, fish night specials, wine dinners, annual themed events. Children’s menu and vegetarian menu available. Dogs welcome. Main Street, Adstock, MK18 2JN Telephone: 01296 712584 E-mail: [email protected] www.theoldthatchedinn.co.uk Accessibility: There are a few steps where the pub has had the old floors lowered to make more head room space above. Highly Commended for Food The Five Elms, Weedon Pretty 400 year old thatched pub offering home cooked English food in picturesque Weedon. Food is available throughout the pub, offering essentially English dishes cooked to the highest standard. The bars offer an excellent range of wines, real ales, lagers and soft drinks, with an open fire. Dogs welcome in bar area. 4 Stockaway, Weedon, Aylesbury, HP22 4NL Telephone: 01296 641439 E-mail: [email protected] www.fiveelmsweedon.com Accessibility: Limited access due to it being a 400 year old pub. Opening Hours Mon and Tues: 6pm-9pm Wed to Sat:12pm- 2.30pm and 6pm-11pm Sun: 12pm-4pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon: No food served Tues: 6pm-8.30pm (bar only) Wed to Sat: 12pm-2pm and 6pm-9pm Sunday: 12pm-2.30pm Best Community Pub Runner Up The Old Swan, Cheddington Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-11.30pm Sat: 12pm-12am Sun: 12pm-10.30pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-4pm Everything you would expect from a traditional, family-friendly village pub. A picturesque 750 year old pub with open fires, a large garden, and a dog and child friendly attitude. Newly refurbished with a traditional pub feel, hearty food is served with a selection of real ales, and service with a smile! 58 High Street, Cheddington, LU7 0RQ Telephone: 01296 662171 E-mail: [email protected] www.theoldswancheddington.com Accessibility: A few steps and low beams but a ramp is available if needed. Finalist The Bell, Hardwick Opening Hours Mon to Thu:12pm-3pm and 6pm-11pm Fri: 12pm-3pm and 5.30pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-3.30pm and 6pm-11pm Sun: 12pm-6pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9.30pm Wed: No food in the evenings Sat: 12pm-3pm and 6.30pm-9.30pm Sun: 12pm-3.30pm Beautifully restored 17th Century public house serving delicious home-cooked food. This friendly pub offers a warm welcome with open fires for cosy dining in winter and beautiful garden and courtyard for summer dining. Dogs are welcome in the bar. A selection of real ales, lunchtime and evening menus are on offer. There is also a separate dining room for small parties and events. Lower Road, Hardwick, Nr Aylesbury, HP22 4DZ Telephone: 01296 640005 E-mail: [email protected] www.thebellathardwick.co.uk Accessibility: There is a ramp for wheelchair access and the pub is mainly flat with only a couple of low steps. Finalist The Bell Inn, Beachampton Charming countryside pub in a lovely rural setting. Oak beams and wood burner. Large garden and patio area with country views. A la carte menu available along with chef specials. Weekday set lunch available. Steak night on Tuesday. Vegetarian and children’s menus. Local ales. Dogs welcome in the bar area and garden. Weddings and parties catered for. Main Street, Beachampton, MK19 6DX Telephone: 01908 418373 E-mail: [email protected] www.thebellbeachampton.co.uk Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 11pm-11pm Sat: 11pm-11am Sun: 12pm-8pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 6pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-4.30pm Accessibility: Accessible for people with disabilities; there is just one step up to the toilets. FINALIST The Bull & Butcher, Akeley We’ve upped the steaks at The Bull & Butcher. Fine home-cooked food, spectacular Sunday lunches, lovely garden, log fires and excellent real ales. The Square, Akeley, Buckingham, MK18 5HP Telephone: 01280 860769 E-mail: [email protected] www.bullandbutcherakeley.co.uk Accessibility: There are a few steps around the building. Opening Hours Mon: 12pm-3pm and 6pm-11pm Tue to Fri: 12pm-3pm and 5pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-11pm Sun: 12pm-11pm Food Serving Times £ Mon: No food served Tue to Fri: 12pm-2.30pm and 6pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-2.30pm and 6pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-4pm FINALIST The Crown, Cuddington Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-3pm and 6pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-3pm and 6pm-11pm Sun: 12pm-10.30pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9.15pm Sat: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9.15pm Sun: 12pm-3pm 17th Century thatched pub in an award winning village. Open fire, pie & pudding Wednesday, fish & chip Friday, dogs welcome in bar, fine guest ales, featured in CAMRA, Michelin Guide and Good Food Guide. Spurt Street, Cuddington, HP18 0BB Telephone: 01844 292222 E-mail: [email protected] www.thecrowncuddington.co.uk Accessibility: There is ramp access Finalist The Crown, Granborough Opening Hours Mon: 5pm-9pm Tue: 5pm-11pm Wed and Thu: 12pm2.30pm and 5pm-11pm Fri: 12pm-3pm and 5pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-11pm Sun: 12pm-8pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon: No food served Tue: 6.30pm-9pm Wed and Thu: 2pm-2:30pm and 6:30pm-9pm Fri: 12pm-3pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-3pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-3.30pm A genuine combination of a traditional Aylesbury Vale village pub and a fine country restaurant. Wine bar and main bar with open fire, dogs welcome in both. Two inside restaurant areas, one with open fire. Outside sun terrace with a bar and kitchen equipped with pizza oven and BBQ, garden restaurant, large beer garden and children’s play area. Winslow Road, Granborough, Buckingham, MK18 3NJ Telephone: 07901 514888 E-mail: [email protected] www.thecrowngranborough.co.uk Accessibility: Ramp access, disabled toilets and large print menus are available. There are no hearing loops.. Finalist The Grove Lock, Grove Home from home. Perfect for coffee, celebration or dinner out. Lovely, welcoming location, real ales, children’s menu, great view of canal lock. Large garden with a covered, heated area. Log fires, table service and a fresh, seasonal menu. Grove, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0QU Telephone: 01525 380940 E-mail: [email protected] www.grovelock.co.uk Accessibility: Flexible and welcome to all. There is ramp access and the staff are engaging – one can sign. Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 11pm-11pm Sat: 11pm-11am Sun: 11pm-10.30pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-7.30pm FINALIST The Rising Sun, Ickford Warm, friendly staff equally charming to newcomers as they are with the charismatic regulars.15th Century thatched pub, exposed timbers and open fire, quality draught real ales, lagers and wines. Comfortable, discreet restaurant, enjoying traditional, freshly cooked food. Occasional themed nights and live music. Quiz nights and traditional games. Large garden, children’s play area and bouncy castle. Dog friendly. Worminghall Road, Ickford, HP18 9JD Telephone: 01844 339238 E-mail: [email protected] www.risingsunickford.com Accessibility: Accessible via the back doors of the pub for wheelchairs, there is one step up at the front door and toilets are a small step up, but there are no disabled toilet facilities. Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 4pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-12am Sun: 12pm-11pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon and Tue: 12pm-2pm Wed to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-3pm FINALIST The Seven Stars, Dinton Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 12pm-3pm and 6pm-11pm Sat: 12pm-3pm and 6pm-11pm Sun: 12pm-6pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-3pm A traditional British pub with a flare of Francais…Beinvenue to a beautiful 16th Century pub and restaurant tucked away in the picturesque village of Dinton. Enjoy a homemade, freshly cooked meal made with only the finest local produce in the restaurant, bar, snug or large beer garden. Free Wi-Fi and private parties also catered for. Stars Lane, Dinton, HP17 8UL Telephone: 01296 749000 E-mail: [email protected] www.sevenstarsdinton.com Accessibility: The Seven Stars accommodates for wheelchairs, providing both disabled parking and wheelchair access to the bar and restaurant. Finalist The Swan Inn, Great Horwood Opening Hours Mon: Closed Tue to Fri: 12pm-3pm and 5.30 -12am Sat: 12pm-3pm and 5.30pm- 12am Sun: 12pm-5pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon: Closed Tue to Fri: 12pm-2.30pm and 5.30pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-2.30pm and 5.30pm -9pm Sun: 12pm-5pm Exceptional food in a beautiful setting, coupled with superior customer service. Three open fires, dogs welcome, private walled garden. Lounge bar and restaurant. Interior designed with quirky features. Free Wi-Fi. Private functions catered for. 1 Winslow Road, Great Horwood, Milton Keynes, MK17 0QN Telephone: 01296 712556 E-mail: [email protected] www.swaninngreathorwood.co.uk Accessibility: Ramp access, minimal steps. Finalist The Three Locks, Stoke Hammond A welcoming canal side venue cooking fresh British fayre with a 50 cover table service restaurant, or you can sit by the canal and watch the boats pass through the Three Locks. We are a dog friendly bar that is big on its ales, with six pumps all serving locally produced ale. Leighton Road, Stoke Hammond, MK17 9DD Telephone: 01525 270214 E-mail: [email protected] www.thethreelocks.co.uk Accessibility: The restaurant is slightly raised (3 steps) but there is one restaurant table that is not on a raised level that is used for people with mobility issues. There are disabled toilets and two disabled parking bays. Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 11.30am-11pm Sat: 11.30am-11.30pm Sun: 11.30am-10pm Food Serving Times ££ Mon to Fri: 12pm-9pm Sat: 12pm-10pm Sun: 12pm-8pm FINALIST The Unicorn, Cublington Consistently good food, wines, beers, ambience and service, whatever the occasion. Traditional 17th Century Pub and Restaurant with real ales, fine wines, set 2/3 course menu, a la carte, bar snacks, private dining in adjoining Clubroom, log fires, rear garden, dog friendly, village shop, baby changing facilities and regular special events. High Street, Cublington, LU7 0LQ Telephone: 01296 681261 E-mail: [email protected] www.theunicornpub.co.uk Accessibility: There is wheelchair access and disabled toilet facilities. Opening Hours Mon to Thu: 12pm-11pm Fri: 10.30am-12am Sat: 9.30am-12am Sun: 12pm-9pm Food Serving Times £ Mon to Thu: 12pm-8.30pm Fri: 12pm-9pm Sat: 9.30am-11am and 12pm-9pm Sun: 12pm-3pm THE BULL AND BUT CHER T HE BELL I NN THE SWAN I NN T HE OLD THATCHED I NN THE THREE LOCKS T HE CROWN THE UNI CORN T HE PILGRI M THE GROVE LOCK THE BELL THE PHEAS ANT THE FI VE ELMS THE OLD SWAN TH E POINTER THE CROW N THE SEVEN STARS THE OAK THE RIS ING SUN THE OLD FISHERMAN For further information or places to eat and stay in Aylesbury Vale please contact: Aylesbury Visitor Information Centre The King’s Head Passage, off Market Square, Aylesbury, HP20 2RW Tel. 01296 330559 Email: [email protected] Buckingham Tourist Information Centre The Old Gaol, Market Hill, Buckingham, MK18 1JX Tel. 01280 823020 Email: [email protected] www.visitbuckinghamshire.org www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk Every effort has been made to ensure that the information listed is correct. However, we advise that you check the details prior to visiting any of the premises. The publisher cannot accept any responsibility for inaccuracies, omissions or errors.