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The Big Bang The Big Bang

124 Walton St., Oxford, OX2 6AH
Tel: 01865 511441.

The only restaurant in Oxford to specialise in the traditional British dishes Sausage & Mash & Home Made Pie & Chips. Using only gourmet sausages both vegetarian and meat, sourced from Oxford’s Covered Market.
Fully licensed bar serving wine and locally sourced beers from the Hook Norton Brewery. Serving late until 11pm, 2am Fri and Sat.


King’s Arms King' Arms
Church Road, Sandford on Thames, Oxford, OX4 4YB
Tel: 01865 777095.
Superbly located on the River Thames at Sandford Lock. Spend a summer afternoon by the river enjoying summer drinks and our chefs delicious summer salads. We serve a variety of pub favourites and chefs specials all day. Watch out for our Carribbean BBQ's and Hog Roast events! Not to be missed!

 
     
 
The Fishes The Fishes
The Fishes, North Hinksey Village, Oxford OX2 0NA
Tel: 0845 630 7079
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The Fishes is Oxford’s Multi Award winning Gastro-pub just outside Oxford City Centre. Recognised for it’s stunning garden and picnic’s in the summer, for Sunday lunch and real fresh, ethical and local seasonal dishes all year round. Don’t just take our word for it, this is what some of our guests have been saying recently;

“Brilliant atmosphere, superb staff & service”
“Super steak, wonderful wine, cute company, dishy desert, sumptuous surroundings”
   
 
 
The Feathers The Feathers
The Feathers, Market Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SX
T: (01993) 812 291
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Situated in a converted 17th century town-house in the beautiful, historic market town of Woodstock, The Feathers is a critically-acclaimed boutique hotel and fine-dining restaurant. Packed to its oak-beamed rafters with old world charm and character, its dining room features antique panelling and luxurious, traditional English furnishings. There is also a buzzy bistro – complete with roaring log fire – for more informal occasions and a delightful courtyard garden for al fresco summer eating.
   
 
 
Head of the River King' Arms
Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 4LB
Tel: 01865 721 600 .
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A traditional country pub, the Kings Arms serves quality food in a relaxing environment.
Traditional pub favourites and quality fresh specials are served by open log fires, hops and candlelight.
   
 
 
Harcourt Arms
Stanton Harcourt Oxfordshire OX29 5RJ. Tel: 01865 881931.
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A country restaurant located in a beautiful old building with a cracking menu, service to match, big garden for the summer, plenty of parking & a wonderful selection of wines & traditional beers.

 
 
 
Old Parsonage Old Parsonage
1 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6NN
Tel: 01865 310 210.
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On one of the worlds most beautiful boulevards and next to St Giles Church. Above the heavy oak door, 1659 marks the year the Old Parsonage was built. Year round open fires, an eclectic art and furniture collection fill the lobby and bar.

   
 
 
Bicester Golf Club Bicester Golf Club
Chesterton Bicester OX26 1TE
Tel: (01869) 241204
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Come and join us in the Eat Well Bar and Restaurant. Our friendly staff always aim to cater for your every need. The bar is stocked with a wide, range of beer and wine that will satisfy every pallet.
The bar and restaurant area boasts a stunning view that overlooks 18th green and lake, so that whilst you are relaxing you can view others bring the golf game to a close.

   
 
 
The Trout - Wolvercote The Trout at Wolvercote
195 Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford OX2 8PN
Tel: 01865 302071
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The Trout Inn, Lower Wolvercote, is genuinely part of the rich tapestry that is Oxford life.
Famous a long time before it was immortalised in Colin Dexter's Inspector Morse novels, it has been wonderfully restored - You really should book now!
   
 
 
The Swan - Southrop The Swan at Southrop
Southrop, Gloucestershire, GL7 3NU
Tel: (01367) 850205 
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The Swan is a beautifully kept early 17th century Cotswold inn on the village green at Southrop, in that corner of Gloucestershire which nestles into Oxfordshire and Wiltshire. The inn has recently changed hands, and is now run by one of England's best known hosts: Graham Williams of London's Bibendum fame. The chef, Bob Parkinson, is also ex-Bibendum and is rightly considered one of the rising stars of the restaurant business. The food is of the very highest quality as you'd expect from these two, and yet the prices are still in line with those of a village inn.
   
 
 
The Fox The Swan at Southrop
Fox lane, Souldern, Oxfordshire OX27 7JW
T: (01869) 345284 

The Fox is nestled in the picturesque village of Souldern just 10 minutes outside Bicester and close to junction 10 of the M40. A warm welcome awaits you at the Fox whether it’s a winter’s night by our log fire or a summer’s day out on the patio or in the garden. With a traditional homemade menu and ever changing specials board, real ales and varied wine list you are sure to find something for everyone.

   
 
 
The Woodstock Arms Woodstock Arms
8 Market Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SX
Tel: (01993) 811251
The Woodstock Arms is ideally located in the centre of the historic town of Woodstock, Oxfordshire, just a short stroll from Blenheim Palace.
We have created a welcoming atmosphere where you can enjoy good food and drinks in a relaxed setting.
   
 
 
Blubeckers Bluebeckers
The Greyhound, Besselsleigh, Nr Abingdon OX13 5PX
T: (01865) 862 110
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Open All Day, for Food, Snacks and Drinks

Blubeckers at The Greyhound is a real gem – located near Abingdon on the A420, only four miles from Oxford it is the perfect destination for all occasions offering friendly, informal surroundings for all the family.
The Greyhound has a first class reputation for food, service and attention to detail. The food is wholesome and freshly prepared, with a wide variety of choices and flavours, there’s definitely something for everyone whatever their age or taste.

 
 
The Manor Restaurant The Manor Restaurant
Weston Manor Hotel, Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire OX25 3QL
Tel: 01869 350621
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If it’s award winning, fabulous food in style you’re after, come to our unique restaurant in the Magnificent Vaulted Oak Panelled Baronial Hall. Our chefs blend stringent quality standards with flair and imagination the result is creative cuisine accompanied by the finest selection of wines available.
   
 
 
The Swan The Swan
Swan at Tetsworth, Tetsworth, Nr Thame, Oxon OX9 7AB
T: (01844) 281 182
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Open: Monday – Saturday 12noon – 2.30pm & 7pm – 9.30pm and Sunday 12noon – 4pm only
The Swan has been reviving weary travellers for over 500 years. The new owner Michael North, with a Guide Michelin star before he was 30 formerly at the Goose in Britwell Salome, and his team enjoys a reputation of serving only the best using the freshest ingredients. The informal service is efficient and friendly.
   
 
 
Hollywell’s Restaurant and Bar Hollywell's
38 Holywell Street, Oxford, OX1 3SP. Tel: 01865 203536
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Originally built in 1972 for Blackwells Music bookshop the building won a coveted Civic Trust Award as a brilliant example of how a new building can be inserted into a well-established street and live happily with the older buildings. This listed building has been imaginatively transformed into a unique bar and restaurant, and is a comfortable place to enjoy real English food. The original glass walled octagonal light well remains a focal point with a pomegranite tree in the centre providing a novel and
decorative feature. The original shelves of the book shop can still be seen.
   
 
 
The White Hart The White Hart
The White Hart - Fyfield, Main Road, Fyfield, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX13 5LW
T: (01865) 390585
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Tucked away in the picturesque village of Fyfield, the White Hart is a unique and historic 15th century former Chantry House. The setting is breathtaking, from the soaring eaves in the great hall and minstrel’s gallery, to the terrace full of aromatic herb gardens.
   
 
 
The Swan Inn at Swinbrook The Swan Inn at Swinbrook
The Swan, Swinbrook,
Nr Burford, Oxon OX18 4DY
T: (01993) 823 339
12noon – 2pm & 7pm - 9pm
Opening times may be extended in summer
If you try to imagine the classic English country pub you could do no better than The Swan. 2 miles east of Burford on the banks of the River Windrush sits this ancient pub. Delicious food, Real Ale, privately owned Freehouse, log fires in winter, cricket pitch in summer!
   
 
 
Cherwell Boathouse Cherwell Boathouse
Bardwell Road, Oxford )X2 6ST
Tel: 01865 552746
Fax: 01865 553819
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Oxford's Riverside Restaurant, only 1 mile from St Giles with rural outlook. Wayne Cullen's wonderful cooking is based on good local ingredients in season. award winning wine list, strong Burgundy and the best of the New World, selected from Morris and Verdin by Jasper Morris MW and Anthony Verdin. Recommendations from Good Food Guide, Decanter, Tatler, Harpers & Queen etc. Owned by Verdin Family for 35 years. Best Oxford punting alongside.
   
 
 
The Birdcage The Birdcage
4 Cornmarket, Thame, Oxfordshire OX9 3DX
T: (01844) 260 381.
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Open: Mon 7pm - 9.30pm only
Tues – Sat 12noon – 2.30pm & 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Sun 12noon – 3.30pm only
The Bird Cage is the oldest inn in Thame, built around 1300. This lovely old building offers visitors a fine selection of New World wines, excellent real ales and an appetising variety of home cooked snacks and meals. We have a no smoking restaurant which seats 28 people, a bar area with casual seating and tables which seat 35+ and an al fresco dining area on the front of the premises which seat 45.
 
 
The Randolph Hotel The Randolph Oxford
Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LN.
Tel: 0870 400 8200
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The restaurant at the Macdonald Randolph Hotel has recently just won its second AA rosette for its cuisine and features contemporary menus in an unrivalled
setting with fabulous views of the city.
 
 
The Beetle & Wedge Boathouse The Beetle & Wedge

Ferry Lane, Moulsford On Thames, Wallingford, OX10 9JF
T: (01491) 651 381
F: (01491) 651 376
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Daily: 11am - 11pm

The Beetle & Wedge Boathouse enjoys a wonderful riverside setting. Whether a dish from the charcoal grill, a light lunch or a special occasion, come and experience a unique welcome.
Set Menu: £18.50 for 2 Courses £22.50 for 3 Courses
(Available Mon – Thurs Lunch & Dinner)
Electric Launch available to hire during Summer for a relaxing cruise on the Thames!

 
 
The Oxford Retreat The Oxford Retreat
Hythe Bridge Street, Oxford
Tel: 01865 250309
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Unique to Oxford, The Oxford Retreat offers honest homemade food using fresh seasonal produce. Diners can either watch the chefs at work in our intimate restaurant or relax by the open fire in the cocktail bar.
Sports shown. Live music.
Open: daily from 12pm till late. Sunday Lunch available

 
 
The Red Lion The Red Lion
130 Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford OX2 8PG
T: (01865) 552 722
Open: 11am - 11pm Mon to Sat and 12noon - 10.30 Sun.
Food served 12 – 9pm Mon to Sat, 12 – 8.30 Sun.

A friendly village pub just 10 mins from the city centre offering freshly cooked meals all day, every day.
Large garden with patio for al fresco dining, families welcome.
Bar open 11 am daily (Sunday 12 noon) for coffees, teas, ales, wines and spirits.

   
 
 
Shepherd's Crook Shepherd's Crook
Crowell, Chinnor, Oxfordshire OX39 4RR
T: (01844) 351 431
Mon - Fri 11.30am - 3pm & 5pm until 11.00pm
Sat & Sun 11.30am until 11pm

Beneath the foothills of the Chilterns to the west of Chinnor lies the Shepherd’s Crook. Steven and Elizabeth Scowen welcome you to their cosy and comfortable traditional pub, where you wil find excellent real ales and unusual wines.
The food, all cooked by Elizabeth, is predominately fish and sourced mainly from the West Country. Carnivores are not forgotten and meat is supplied from local farms. The vegtables are grown by the Landlord himself.

   
 
 
The Bird In Hand The Bird In Hand

The Bird in Hand, Hailey, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 9XP
T: (01993) 868 321
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Open: 12noon – 3pm and 6pm – 9pm & 10pm on Fri, Sat.

At the Bird in Hand we offer an inspired a-la-carte menu beautifully prepared made with the finest of local fresh produce. Always cooked from fresh ingredients whenever possible and served with care and attention to detail.
In addition we have a quality bar menu and we offer daily specials which reflect great value & good food. Our Sunday roasts are noted locally for their quality and value. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

   
 
 
The Lord Kitchener The Lord Kitchener

Lord Kitchener Inn , Lew Rd, Curbridge, Witney , Oxfordshire OX29 7PD
T: (01993) 702 169
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Open: Lunch 12noon - 2.30 pm & Dinner 5pm - 8pm

The Lord Kitchener is believed by some to be one of the oldest Inns In Oxfordshire. Situated in the middle of the old market routes between Witney and Oxford it is easy to find.
All Food is home cooked and fantastic value; we are a great venue for families with a large garden at the rear.

   
 
 
The White Horse The White Horse
The Ridings, Stonesfield, Nr Woodstock, Oxon, OX29 8EA Tel: 01993 891063
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Set in tranquil surroundings this restaurant and bar provides excellent cuisine using the freshest seasonal produce, fine wines, real ales and good service.
‘A travel to destination for gourmets' Christopher Gray, Oxford Times.
   
 
 
The Bear Hotel - Woodstock The BEar Hotel Woodstock
Park Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1SZ
Tel 0870 400 8202
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The Bear Hotel with a 2 AA Rosette Restaurant, is a 13th Century Coaching Inn in the picturesque town of Woodstock. We take our food very seriously with a wide choice of Fine Cuisine combining both traditional and international dishes. Our Bar or, in the summer, our courtyard both make a lovely setting for a light lunch or afternoon tea. The Bear exudes warmth and cosiness coupled with award winning food and friendly service in a traditional atmosphere.
Opening times Lunch: Mon to Sat 12.30 - 2.00pm. Sun 12.30 - 2.30pm Dinner: Mon to Thu 7.00 - 9.00pm
Fri and Sat 7.00 - 9.30pm. Sun 7.00 - 8.30pm
   
 
 
The Trout at Tadpole Bridge The Trout at Tadpole Bridge
Buckland Marsh, Oxfordshire SN7 8RF
T: (01367) 870 382
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Lunch 12pm to 2.00pm Dinner 7.00pm to 9.00pm except Sunday

An 18th Century Inn set on the banks of the River Thames, specialising in fish, shellfish and local game. Local cask ales and a selection of over 100 fine wines.
Dine in our riverside gardens in summer or in front of our log fires in winter. Elegant private dining room up to 40 guests.

   
 
 
The Ben Jonson The Ben Johnson
Northampton Rd, Weston-on-the-Green, Bicester OX25 3RA
Tel: 01869 351153
W: Open: 11am - 12noon Mon - Sat. 11am - 10.30pm Sun. Food served Daily 12noon - 9.30pm

Named after the play write who used to stop at the pub on his way to Stratford to meet his friend William Shakespeare, the Ben Jonson is an old English pub and restaurant with a contemporary edge offering locally sourced fresh and seasonal produce.

The Ben Jonson is conveniently located in the heart of beautiful English countryside 15 minutes North of Oxford and just off junction 9 of the M40.

In other efforts to support all things local, Toby Wood the new owner regularly hosts local musicians and artists and will be exhibiting work from eight artists and sculptors during the Oxford Artsweek in May.

   
 
 
The Half Moon The Half Moon

Cuxham, Near Watlington, Oxfordshire OX49 5NF
T: (01491) 614 151
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Open: Everyday, closed Sunday evenings.
Breakfast Fridays 9-11 Brunch Saturdays 10-2pm.

In the sleepy village of Cuxham, amongst old beams and original tiles you will find a lovely country Pub, with friendly service and delicious food.
Andrew’s blackboard menu changes twice daily, keeping regulars and visitors constantly interested. When in season, you should find home-grown vegetables, local game and produce from our cold smokehouse.
The Half Moon has a large, peaceful beer garden. You would never know you were only a stone’s throw away from the M40 and Oxford.

   
 
     
   
 
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