CAMRA uses the guide to celebrate great pubs but also to highlight that many pubs and breweries are struggling to stay open in the current climate.
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5. Coach and Horses, Adderbury
Address: The Green, OX17 3ND. CAMRA said: "Welcoming village pub in an attractive ironstone village. It sports three handpumps, dispensing ales from the Wadworth portfolio." Photo: Google
6. Butchers Arms, Balscote
Address: Shutford Road, OX15 6JQ. CAMRA said: "A warm welcome awaits in this parlour pub where Hook Norton beers and a monthly guest are served straight from the cask behind the bar." Photo: Google
7. Malthouse Kitchen (Hook Norton Brewery Visitor Centre), Hook Norton
Address: Brewery Lane, OX15 5NU. CAMRA said: "Located in the visitor centre, the licensed Malthouse Kitchen restaurant seves a good selection of Hook Norton beers. Themed evening events and the monthly open tap beer nights are held here." Photo: Google
8. Pear Tree Inn, Hook Norton
Address: Scotland End, OX15 5NU. CAMRA said: "A good range of Hooky beers, including the mild, may be enjoyed in the cosy bar or large family-friendly beer garden. Horse-drawn beer delivery by dray is on Friday lunchtimes, and food trucks often visit on Saturdays." Photo: Google