Eat & Drink
It’s hard to go too far wrong with food in this area - there are lots of country pubs, bakeries and cafés on offer which range from cosy and laidback fare to Michelin starred fine dining. Pubs can be busy so it’s a good idea to pre-book, especially for Sunday lunch.
Near to Owlpen
The Vestry Café, Uley
A short walk away from Owlpen, great spot for brunch or tea and cakes.
The Old Crown, Uley
The local pub to Owlpen, within walking distance. Great beers and a lovely fire.
The Woolpack, Slad
One of the finest pubs in the west country. Amazing views, great food, and Uley Ales on tap.
The Hive, Calcot Manor and Spa
Upmarket pub-restaurant with great local food and a fantastic wine list.
The Olive Tree, Nailsworth
Award-winning restaurant, great for long lunches.
KNEAD, Tetbury
Excellent bakery with great quality food. Good for breads, cakes and patisseries for breakfast, lunchtime snacks or a treat.
Further afield in the Cotswolds
The Bell, Sapperton
A charming and well-run village pub with good quality, British food. Great place to stop for lunch or dinner in peaceful surroundings.
The Holford Arms, Knockdown
Country pub with good food, great place to cosy up by the huge fireplace on a cold day.
Huffkins, Stow-on-the-Wold
The perfect place for afternoon tea in Stow-on-the-Wold.
The Plough, Kingham
Well-known gastropub with contemporary British dining.
The Wild Rabbit, Kingham
Stylishy modernised country pub serving contemporary British food from the farm’s organic ingredients.
The Pig Hotel, Barnsley
The Pig Hotels have become famous for their restaurants serving home-grown, unpretentious and delicious food. They grow and rear as much as they can in their kitchen gardens and source everything else locally, the basis of their 25 mile menus.
Wales
The Anchor Inn, Tintern
Next to Tintern Abbey and by the River Wye. It’s a great place to stop for lunch in the pub garden on a sunny day.
Hanley Farm Shop, Chepstow
Much loved farm shop outside the town, a good place to eat before exploring the ruined towers of Chepstow castle.
The Swan, Hay-on-Wye
Renowned restaurant with a modern, local menu including seasonal Welsh dishes.
The Bell, Skenfrith
Award-winning restaurant in a stunning village, with a fine castle next to it.