Tucked right into the charm of the Cotswolds, Porch House restaurant is the kind of place that…read moreinstantly makes you slow down notice the small town charm. From the moment you walk through the door, you're met with that quintessential Cotswold feel--low beamed ceilings, warm wooden floors, and a cozy, intimate atmosphere that works just as well for a relaxed lunch as it does for a intimate dinner. It's quaint without trying too hard, and you can feel the history in the space. The staff are genuinely cheerful and welcoming, adding to the overall experience without being overbearing. Service flows naturally, you order your food and drinks at the bar before heading to your table. As for the food, it absolutely delivers. From the main courses, everything is thoughtfully prepared and satisfying, rounding out an experience that feels both comforting and a little special at the same time. If you're looking for a true taste of the Cotswolds--both in atmosphere and hospitality--Porch House Restaurant is a spot well worth visiting.

Great dinner during a quick stop in Stow-on-the-wold. It says it's the oldest pub in England. We…read morecame around 5:30 on a weekday and they said no tables available but we could take one of the tables for bar seating. We ordered and paid at the bar and food was served pretty quickly. I like how they had a nice kids menu for £10 and kids scarfed down the cheesy pasta happily. I ordered one of the specials which was a halibut (£36) and it was super delicious! Gnocchi and fish were seasoned and cooked perfectly and I couldn't stop trying to eat every last bite. Other two in the party had the peri peri chicken and burger, both also praising the food. It was a very memorable meal and highly recommend it!

Great place to get a diverse selection of craft beers on tap. Especially interesting were the cask…read moreale selection. Free WiFi Comfortable old moldy feel to the place (he typed with great respect.)

One of my favorite pubs near Christ Church Cathedral at Oxford. Updated interior, free wi-fi, great…read morecraft beer options and a huge variety of gin and cocktails. Friendly staff makes you feel part of the neighborhood and the food was good and reasonably priced.

We stopped by the Talbot for a late lunch on a Wednesday - we were immediately happy to see a real…read morefire blazing in the fireplace. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the offerings and took the time to provide plenty of information for our choices. When the food came it hit all the right notes with great flavours and attention to detail by the kitchen staff such that the presentation far exceeded what one would expect from a pub atmosphere. If we return to Stow-on-the-Wold we would definitely head back to the Talbot

This is a great, classic pub in Stow-on-the-Wold. It's a Wadworth pub and Wadworth pubs not only…read morehave their excellent cask ales, particularly 6X Bitter, but typically do an excellent job with the condition and serving of their beer. This was no exception, the 6X being outstanding here. Food was also excellent pub fare, with an outstanding steak pie with light, crips and fluffy pastry, peas and chips, as well as fish and chips. Service was good and the place is a lovely old building with large windows and comfortable seating.

A hidden gem in Oxford's history…read more Truly, a hidden gem. I almost don't want to write this because I want it kept hidden for as long as possible! Service was great in a bustling dining room. This 19th-century tavern is nothing short of charming and cozy, serving some fantastic meals. You can't go wrong with their Steak & Ale Pie and Fish & Chips.

The Turf Tavern is Oxford's second oldest pub, as it was founded in 1381! It's a hidden spot down a…read moremeandering alleyway located against the mediaeval remains of Oxford's city walls. The interior is downright medieval with low ceilings (watch your head!), low lights, and plenty of seating. They also have an open and airy beer garden for better weather days. You can either order at the bar, or use their QR code at the tables to order online which was helpful. The pub food was great, the pints kept pouring, and we made some new friends in a very old pub. Come for the history and stay for a proper pub experience. It's definitely worth the trouble of seeking this one out.

This place is amazing, the beers they brew themselves are super tasty and served at the perfect…read moretemp. They have a beer garden that has an amazing local game called "Aunt Sally" that you will probably never see unless your at a handful of pubs within a 10 mile radius. I highly recommend this place, great staff and super nice locals. Come here, grab a pint and meet some great people. Cheers!

This is my favourite pub in the world. A huge deal. I must have been in hundreds all around the…read moreUK and the world. This is the best. Set in a very nice little place in Headington Quarry, opposite the church where C.S. Lewis is buried, but still ideally located for anyone living in Headington. It is also very well situated for any visitors, with it being straight down Gladstone Road where the major buses drop-off. The place itself is small, but the layout is great and there is a huge garden with nice decking. There is also a separate function room, which hosts the biannual Headington Beer Festivals, organised by the operators of the pub. The pub boasts a fantastic selection of real ales, with Bitter & Twisted usually on offer along with 5/6 others. The pub is also home to The Old Bog Brewery, and you can buy their beer to take away in mini-kegs etc. It is really nice. The owners are really great and the staff are always extremely polite, friendly and welcoming. There are several clubs and societies which frequent the pub during the week, playing obscure card and table games, which is always a curiosity, and there is also some kind of billiard table which is unfamiliar to me. It shows sky football, but I tend to avoid pubs when this is on. Overall, if you visit here, then you will not be disappointed. If you live in the area then you really should check it out. It doesn't open until 7pm on a monday.

This is a fine bar, not more than fine as it is not that special…read more The student nights are a great succes and not too expensive. Its not too big on the inside as it can get pretty crowded, usally combined with an intense heat and sweaty people. Therefore I prefer to spend my night elsewhere, but ofcourse, I know lots whod love the place. Once been there when Jordan (aka Katie Price) came to visit, and made a group of guys strip in front of the audience. Lots of fun! Although, as you can understand, most of the crowd where guys..only having eye for Jordan, waiting for her to show off her bodyparts, instead of the naked guys on stage...

Not to be confused with the theatre, The Old Fire Station bar (OFS) is famous for it's Tueday…read morestudent nights. The drinks are pretty cheap and it attract a good looking bunch of people. DJ's are hit and miss and the place isn't huge compared to the Bridge or Park End, but it's fun and has a god atmosphere. Monday nights at OFS is 'Flirt', a gay night. So if you are not of that persuasion head over to one of the other student nights!

Est. in 1242, the oldest pub in Oxford did not disappoint. Enter into a cozy, low-ceilinged old…read morewood bar with plenty of character. There is indoor seating in the room next to the bar, along with outdoor seating resembling a beer garden that also has a covered outdoor section. I enjoyed my sirloin English roast while having a few beers with friends. Will definitely come back if I'm ever back in Oxford.

Great to check out while in Oxford. Opens at noon. Sat in the patio and had fish and chips. Service…read morewas friendly. Inside the pub is tiny and quaint with low ceiling: it makes sense given its 700+ years old.

I've had two good experiences using Waterstock Golf Course as a driving range. My little brother…read more(11) and I decided to learn Golf, so booked a driving range lesson with Paul Bryant. Arriving at the course was a doddle - it's just off the M40 after the Wheatley turning (when heading east), and there's loads of free parking. The guys at the club house were very friendly, and had obviously catered for children before. Handing us our 6 irons, and tokens for the ball machine, we headed over to the driving range building. It was raining, so we got a bit damp walking over, but the range itself was covered so this wasn't a problem. Paul was a superb teacher - very knowledgable, and a cheerful enthusiastic manner. I would strongly recommend asking for him if booking a first lesson. My brother and I learned a huge amount in the 30 minutes we were with him, managing to smack the balls up to 150 yards (having never hit a golf ball before)!! We then had plenty of free time after the lesson to hit more balls on our own. The only critism I have is that I've since seen machines that put the balls on the tees for you - at Waterstock I was always bending over to put the next ball on the tee, which got a bit tiring and hampered my learning to swing the club. The lesson cost around £30 for both of us. The balls cost £3 for 50, £5 for 100, or £14 for 300 (which we did), and the range wasn't crowded at all. We had a drink in the clubhouse bar afterwards - not too pricey or busy. All in all a rewarding, convenient and inexpensive morning's entertainment.