The Falkland Arms, Chipping Norton

Located in the ridiculously picturesque Cotswold village of Great Tew, this Wadworth house also looks an absolute picture, both inside and out. Compact main bar, with a wood-panelled seating area to one side of the main entrance, a fine fireplace on the other and small side room beyond. Also has a few benches along the vegetated façade and a rear beer garden (not visited). Noted for regular folk music and morris dancing events, and accommodation available. With Henry's IPA, 6X, Horizon, Swordfish, Bishop's Tipple, Blue Boar and Kia Ora from seven of eight handpumps, the beer range and quality was first class too. Absolutely top of the range, deserving of a substantial detour to call in at one of the country's 'must visit' pubs.