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Located in Charlton Kings just outside Cheltenham, this traditional pub has earned its place as a genuine local favorite.
It's the kind of establishment where you'll find regulars settling in by the fire during cooler months or spilling out into the garden when weather permits. The welcome here feels natural rather than performed—visitors and locals alike seem equally at home.
The real draw for many people is the serious approach to real ale. They rotate through local and regional cask brews on a regular basis, so there's often something new to discover if you're interested in that sort of thing. The beer selection receives genuine attention, making it worth stopping by even if you're just passing through.
On the food side, expect straightforward pub meals—nothing elaborate, but honest cooking that suits either lunch or dinner. The interior itself has the feeling of a place with genuine history, the kind of establishment that's mattered to the village for a good number of years, and that sense of permanence is evident in the surroundings.
Whether you're based in Cheltenham looking to venture slightly further afield or you're exploring the eastern reaches of the Cotswolds and want to see what locals actually do when they're off duty, this is a straightforward place to reach and spend some time.
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