A warm welcome to our traditional
dog-friendly country inn.
The quintessential village pub.
Savour proper real ales and award-winning traditional dishes at our centuries-old inn in the heart of Bretforton, on the edge of the Cotswolds.
Settle into the cosy pub with its low beams, three roaring fires, and a heritage interior that tells stories of times gone by.
Prefer the open air? Soak up the peace of the courtyard or tuck into one of our heated horse boxes in the orchard, surrounded by apple trees and birdsong.
If you are planning to eat we recommend booking a table, especially during busy times. Open-air orchard seating is unreserved: first come, first served.
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Opening Hours: Open all day for drinks.
Food served Mon – Sat 12-2.30pm & 6-9pm, Sun 12-8pm​​
Journey through history
Why not take a virtual tour? Our walkthrough means you can explore the pub online.
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When you come and visit us the Landlord, Nigel Smith, is happy to talk about the history (to anyone who’ll listen!). We’ve also got our own book! A Workingman’s Castle, by Chris Mowbray, available from the bar or our online shop.
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Dogs & Families welcome
Awards Include:
Best Country Pub 2025 in the Great British Pub Awards
Worcestershire CAMRA County Pub of the Year 2025
Shakespeare (Worcestershire) CAMRA Pub of the Year 2025, 2024, 2022, 2020 and 2018.
Good Pub Guide Top Ten Country Pubs
Best Beer Gardens in the Cotswolds Winner 2023 & 2024
Daily Telegraph / Sawdays Pub of the Year 2019
Visit Worcestershire Pub of the Year
World Record Holder for Nigel Night!
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Pubs have always been places for conversation and connection. We welcome dialogue, but we won’t ever stand behind politics that divide communities, single people out, or make anyone feel unwelcome. We will not tolerate discrimination or hate speech. Our doors are open to all, and everyone should feel safe and respected here.
Our pub is, and always will be, a welcoming, inclusive space for everyone in our community and beyond, no matter your background, beliefs, or politics.
Welcome in, kind stranger.
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