Cotswolds · Best Bars · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Bars in Cotswolds

Discover the best bars in Cotswolds. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars in Cotswolds

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The Porch House

Step into England’s oldest inn, where medieval history meets cozy charm and refined British dining in the heart of the Cotswolds.

1 Digbeth St, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1BN
4.3 Very Good 1,402 reviews
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Snowshill Arms

Authentic Cotswold pub offering hearty fare, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere in the picturesque village of Snowshill.

Snowshill, Broadway WR12 7JU
4.4 Very Good 732 reviews
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Kingsbridge

A classic riverside pub in Bourton-on-the-Water offering hearty British fare, cask ales, and warm hospitality in a scenic Cotswold village setting.

Riverside, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham GL54 2BS
4 Very Good 1,507 reviews
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The Frogmill

A charming historic mill turned cozy country inn offering stylish rooms, excellent British cuisine, and tranquil Cotswold surroundings near Cheltenham.

A436, Shipton Oliffe, Cheltenham GL54 4HT
4.5 Excellent 1,084 reviews
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Horse and Groom

Quintessential Cotswolds pub with hearty British fare, cozy rooms, and stunning views in the charming village of Bourton-on-the-Hill.

Bourton-on-the-Hill, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 9AQ
4.3 Very Good 614 reviews
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The Kingham Plough

A charming Cotswold village pub blending modern British dining, cozy rooms, and historic character in the heart of Kingham.

The Grn, Kingham, Chipping Norton OX7 6YD
4.5 Excellent 732 reviews
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The Old Boathouse

Discover The Old Boathouse: A picturesque gastropub offering British cuisine and stunning lake views in the heart of Cotswold Water Park.

Lake 6, Spine Road East, South Cerney GL7 5FP
3.7 Good 760 reviews
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Bathurst Arms

Charming riverside pub and inn in North Cerney offering cozy rooms, excellent local cuisine, and warm Cotswold hospitality.

North Cerney, Cirencester GL7 7BZ
4.2 Very Good 561 reviews
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The Howard Arms Ilmington

A charming 18th-century Cotswold inn offering hearty local cuisine, cozy ambiance, and stylish rooms overlooking Ilmington’s peaceful village green.

Lower Green, Ilmington, Shipston-on-Stour, Ilmington, Shipston-on-Stour CV36 4LT
4.6 Excellent 556 reviews
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The Watering Hole - Event Bars

A lively and welcoming event bar offering bespoke mobile cocktail services and memorable celebrations in the heart of Chipping Campden.

Norton Grounds, Honeybourne Ln, Chipping Campden GL55 6PY
4.9 Excellent 52 reviews

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