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The Best Pubs in the Cotswolds

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Discover the Best Pubs in the Cotswolds

This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is bursting at the seams with endless things to explore, see and do, and there is no better way to end the day than with a well-deserved pint! Find a wealth of pubs in the Cotswolds; from characterful inns to traditional country pubs, there is something for everyone.

Cotswolds pubs offer an abundance of charm and comfort; tuck into delicious meals by roaring open fires or dine alfresco in one of the many Cotswold beer gardens. You can even delight in an evening drink beside the water in some of these pubs in the Cotswolds.

Whether you’ve been rambling through the picturesque Cotswold countryside, meandering quintessential Cotswolds villages or immersing yourself in the area’s history, ending your day at one of the best pubs in the Cotswolds is a must!

Find the best pubs in the Cotswolds below…

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    The Old Manse Hotel

    The Old Manse Hotel
    Victoria Street
    Bourton-on-the-Water
    Goucestershire
    GL54 2BX

    01451820082

    Overlooking the River Windrush with beautiful views of Bourton-on-the-Water is The Old Manse Hotel. Serving traditional pub classics and boasting an alfresco dining area it is a great place to end the day.

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    The Old Restoration

    The Old Restoration
    55-57 High Street
    Cheltenham
    Gloucestershire
    GL50 1DX

    01242 522792

    Recognised as the oldest pub in Cheltenham, The Old Restoration is a characterful pub serving hearty British classics. Dating back to 1661 with a charming exterior adorned with black beams, The Old Restoration is a must-visit pub in Cheltenham.

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    The Queens Head

    The Queens Head
    84 Tewkesbury Road
    Longford
    Gloucester
    GL2 9EJ

    01452301882

    Find the traditional country pub The Queens Head on the outskirts of Gloucester in the quaint village of Longford. This pub is perfect for traditional yet delicious dished and the famous Longford lamb!

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    The Royal Oak at Whatcote

    The Royal Oak at Whatcote
    Whatcote
    Shipston-on-Stour
    CV36 5EF

    01295688100

    Nestled on the edge of the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is The Royal Oak at Whatcote a Michelin Star restaurant that prides itself in ‘proper country food’. The perfect end to a day exploring the Cotswolds.

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    The Slaughters Country Inn

    The Slaughters Country Inn
    Lower Slaughter
    Bourton-on-the-Water
    Gloucestershire
    GL54 2HS

    01451822143

    Tucked away on the outskirts of Bourton-on-the-Water is the charming Slaughters Country Inn. A stone-built pub with a characterful interior serving a range of delicious food surrounded by terrace, perfect for alfresco dining.

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    The Tall Ship

    The Tall Ship
    134 Southgate Street
    The Docks
    Gloucester
    GL1 2EX

    01452234340

    The Tall Ship is a British pub located in the heart of Gloucester. Recognised for their excellent food and decor that pays homage to the history of Gloucester Docks; The Tall Ship is a must-visit!

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    The Twelve Bells

    The Twelve Bells Inn
    12 Lewis Lane
    Cirencester
    GL7 1EA

    01285652230

    Specialising in real ales supplied by an array of local breweries, The Twelve Bells Inn is a traditional English pub nestled in Cirencester.

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