The Country Pub Guide

Discover proper country pubs in the Chilterns

Independent 202
Beer Garden 186
Good for Groups 185
Outdoor Seating 184
Dog Friendly 182
Village Pub 133
Family Friendly 129
Real Ale 90
Live Music 84
Cask Ale 73
Sunday Roast 72
Walkers Welcome 52
AONB 52
Log Fire 49
Sports Screening 49
Seasonal Menu 23
Local Produce 23
Historic Building 22
Cyclists Welcome 10
Community Owned 8
Child Play Area 7
Craft Beer 7
Country Estate 4
Inglenook Fireplace 2

Featured Listings

Akeman Inn

Kingswood
Welcoming countryside pub in Kingswood with friendly service, reasonably priced food and drink, and a modest garden, popular for celebrations and quiet suppers alike.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Bel & Dragon at the Red Lion

Wendover
Former coaching inn offering classic rooms, a traditional bar & free full English breakfast.
Dogs WelcomeChild Friendly

Belle Vue PH

High Wycombe
Country pub with expansive gardens offering panoramic views, mature trees and stone walls, outdoor seating and a traditional hospitality offering.

Bird in Hand

Henley-on-Thames
No-nonsense neighbourhood pub in Henley with a carefully curated beer and cider selection, bar snacks, a lovely garden with plenty of seating, and a reputation for cleanliness and friendly service.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

Bird In Hand

High Wycombe
Historic village pub on the edge of Princes Risborough filled with quirky artefacts and period character, serving well-kept ales and traditional fare in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

Birdcage Inn

Thame
Pub with a history dating back to 1300 serves steaks cooked at your table on rocks plus a patio.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

Boot and Slipper

Amersham
Country pub in Buckinghamshire with low beams, a cosy interior and welcoming garden, serving traditional British fare including steak and ale pie, with friendly service and dog-friendly facilities.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Bottle and Glass

Henley-on-Thames
Countryside pub with woodland walks nearby, a garden capturing rural tranquility, a £25 three-course set menu, and Sunday roasts alongside burgers and traditional fare.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Browns Beaconsfield

Beaconsfield
Welcoming country pub in Beaconsfield with free parking, gardens, a piano, all-day breakfast and upmarket dining, plus attentive service suited to celebrations and lingering meals.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Chequers Tree PH

Prestwood
Village pub in the heart of Prestwood with multiple characterful seating areas, pleasant atmosphere, polite staff and a well-regarded kitchen serving generous portions of quality food and drink.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Cock Inn

Wing
Village pub near Leighton Buzzard with a well-kept garden, marquee hosting live music, friendly staff and a menu featuring signature dishes like roast chicken alongside generous portions at reasonable prices.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Craftyard

Wendover
Welcoming countryside pub with attentive service, a diverse menu featuring highly-rated Sunday roasts, and a relaxed atmosphere where locals and visitors linger over proper food and drink.
Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

Some pubs are worth the detour

The Chilterns is home to some of England's most characterful country pubs — ancient beamed inns, hidden village locals and riverside classics. We've sought them out so you don't have to stumble upon them by chance.

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