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Fox & Barrel

Built in the 1700s, this historic white-walled pub (supposedly named after a fox found hiding in a barrel in the cellar) has been given a classy update to bring more light into its capacious interior and to create a more atmospheric dining experience. The kitchen has had a refit too, allowing it to offer some sophisticated and complex dishes on its well thought-of menu. Both bar and dining room are broad, serene and spacious, with handsome grey panelling, bookcases and nicely designed seating, including refectory tables with modern candle stands in the dining room and some antique leather armchairs in the bar, all the better to enjoy the fire in the brick hearth. Four well kept beers are available on handpump from the likes of Weetwood and Storm, and there are over 40 gins, plus cocktails and a well conceived wine list featuring champagne and prosecco by the glass. Staff are smart and attentive. Outside, the front terrace has plenty of well presented tables and chairs under parasols and, at the back, there are picnic-sets on grass and some nice old fruit trees.