Angel Vaults

It's the kind of place where you can comfortably spend an hour or two, whether you're stopping in for a local ale and a spirit, or grabbing some straightforward pub food. The relaxed atmosphere makes it equally good for meeting friends or simply settling into a window seat and watching the town life unfold outside.

Evesham itself carries considerable historical significance, particularly as the location of the 1265 Battle of Evesham, an important moment in English medieval history. While the Angel Vaults came later, it shares in that sense of continuity that Evesham has maintained over the centuries. The pub sits in a good spot geographically, positioned between the Cotswolds countryside and the River Avon valley, so it works well as a base if you're exploring further afield. Broadway and Chipping Campden are easily reached if you want the more famous Cotswolds villages, and Pershore, a working market town, is nearby for something different. When you're in Evesham and after an uncomplicated, welcoming place for a drink, this one delivers.