The Abingdon Arms

Expect a warm welcome at this cosy, traditional pub set in a pretty village to the north of Oxford. It has been smartly updated, and good food is also helping to put it on the map, backed by excellent beers from Brakspear. A range of sandwiches and bar snacks is available at lunchtime, while dinner could feature whole grilled sea bass; liver and bacon; or a chicken and ham pie. There are opportunities for many pleasant walks in the area. Recent change of hands.