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Corinium Ales sits in Stratton, just outside Cirencester, and deserves a visit if you're in the area.
The pub is home to a working brewery right on site, so you'll find their beers constantly on tap along with seasonal specials that rotate through. The name pays tribute to Cirencester's Roman past – the town was once Corinium Dobunnorum, an important settlement during the Roman period.
What makes it special is the atmosphere. Locals and visitors naturally mix here over a pint, and it genuinely functions as a community hub. You can settle in for an hour of conversation or simply watch village life move around you. The operation is modern and brewing-focused, but it carries that relaxed, unpretentious feel you want from a proper local pub.
The beer selection is excellent, and you can buy bottles to take home so you can keep exploring their range once you've moved on. Location-wise, Stratton is conveniently placed on Cirencester's edge – the town calls itself the Capital of the Cotswolds – making it an easy walk or quick taxi ride from the centre. If you're staying elsewhere like Stroud or Tetbury, it's equally straightforward to reach. It's a direct way to experience genuine local brewing and understand how communities here actually spend their time.
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