The Gloucester Old Spot

Quarry tile floors, roaring log fires and farmhouse furnishings - The Old Spot ticks all the boxes when it comes to a traditional farming pub. Real ales such as Wye Valley take centre stage at the bar, as do local ciders and perries; there are annual beer and cider festivals, too. The baronial dining room takes its inspiration from the local manor, and game and rare-breed pork make an appearance on a menu that offers crispy ox tongue with black pudding and fried egg; and slow-braised venison and juniper casserole.