In the 51st edition of the Good Beer Guide, CAMRA has surveyed 4,500 of the best pubs across the UK to compile what is considered by many to be the definitive beer drinker’s guide.
As many pubs and breweries are currently struggling in the wake of the cost-of-business crisis and the constant pressure of increasing fuel bills, CAMRA is campaigning for more support from the government to protect them.
Here is a list of the 13 local pubs around Banbury and the neighbouring Oxfordshire towns and villages that have been selected as the best by the CAMRA experts for 2024.
For the full list of pubs recommended in the edition, order The Good Beer Guide 2024 from the CAMRA website, which can be found here https://shop1.camra.org.uk/
5. Three Pigeons, Banbury
Address: 3 Southam Road, OX16 2ED. CAMRA said: "Beautiful 17th-century thatched coaching inn on the main road through Banbury, close to the town centre. There are two regular beers, usually Doom Bar and a Purity Ale, which are always in good condition. Photo: Submitted Image
6. White Horse, Banbury
Address: 50-52 North Bar Street, OX16 0TH. CAMRA said: "Friendly and welcoming community pub that always has at least four handpumps in use, offering a range of styles, including a new guest ale that is announced every Wednesday, plus several ciders." Photo: Google Street View
7. Chequers, Chipping Norton
Address: Goddards Lane, OX7 5NP. CAMRA said: "A traditional English pub with an emphasis on real ale and local food. The bar has three separate areas, all with flagstones, beams log fires, and an airy restaurant and large function space to the rear." Photo: Google Street View
8. Duke at Clifton, Clifton
Address: Main Street, OX15 0PE. CAMRA said: "This 17th-century Grade II-listed thatched country inn nestles in a delightful village above the River Cherwell. Whatever the season, it is a perfect setting to sample award-winning ales, many of which are from local brewers." Photo: Google Street View