Pubs in Chipping Norton
Chipping Norton is a beautiful market town on the northern edge of the Cotswolds. Chipping Norton’s rich history dates to the 13th century when it was a bustling wool-trading town. The great wool church of St. Mary, renowned for its stunning interiors, is a reminder of the wool traders’ wealth.
Affectionately known as ‘Chippy’ by locals, the town is a bustling hub of culture with a popular theatre and thriving retail and culinary scene attracting visitors from all over the Cotswolds. The town has been a popular watering hole since medieval times, with The Blue Boar, The Chequers and The Fox all still serving pints and victuals to locals and visitors.
What are the best pubs in Chipping Norton?
The Blue Boar
Sitting at the centre of Chipping Norton, this traditional Cotswold pub has been serving ale and food since 1641. The interior features original timbers, exposed stone walls, flagstone flooring, and has open fireplaces and a delightful courtyard where you can enjoy a pub lunch.
Dogs welcome in the bar.
Google reviews: 4.3/5
The Chequers
This traditional Cotswold pub sits next to the Chipping Norton Theatre. It has an intriguing history that goes back to medieval times, with the main bar dating to 1444 and the three cosy bars all have fireplaces. The Cotswold Comedy Club performs here on the last Thursday of each month.
Dogs welcome in the bar.
Google reviews: 4.5/5
The Fox
A traditional pub with a contemporary / retro twist, with gorgeous wooden tables at the bar, a lovely lounge, covered and heated outside seating area with a great ambience, plus a good choice of local beers and gins.
Dogs welcome in the bar and on the outdoor terrace.
Google reviews: 4.2/5
Bitter & Twisted
A bar, rather than a pub, in the centre of town serving a good selection of local beers and gins, plus all the favourites. Bitter & Twisted also has a kitchen serving an interesting menu that caters well to vegans as well as meat / fish eaters and includes breakfasts, lunch and dinner.
Dogs welcome in the bar.
Google reviews: 4.3/5
Pubs near Chipping Norton
The Chequers at Churchill
A rustic-chic countryside gastro pub in the typically quaint Cotswold village of Churchill, with a gorgeous interior, fireplace and flagstone flooring. From the outside, this country pub with its lovely beer garden could be mistaken for a private home, so take care not to drive past!
Dogs welcome.
Google reviews: 4.5/5
The Tite Inn at Chadlington
The village of Chadlington has its own brewery – Chadlington makers of The Oxford Beer which is served, naturally, at the Tite Inn, and includes seasonal ales on tap. Enjoy a lovely walk of the area after your delicious pub lunch.
Dogs welcome in the bar.
Google reviews: 4.6/5
