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This traditional pub sits in the village of Little Bedwyn, offering the kind of genuine hospitality you won't find crowded out at more famous spots across the Cotswolds.
The interior is warm and welcoming, with a fireplace for cooler days and a garden for when the sun's out. You'll find real ales from local breweries on tap, a thoughtfully put together wine list, and seasonal food that's properly hearty and satisfying rather than fussy.
The atmosphere encourages easy conversation whether you're a regular or just passing through. The location makes it particularly useful for several reasons. If you're walking along the nearby Kennet and Avon Canal, it's a natural place to stop for lunch or dinner. It also sits conveniently between Great Bedwyn and Hungerford, the latter a genuine historic market town, so you can visit while exploring this quieter part of Wiltshire. The village itself offers a less touristy side of the region—you get a genuine sense of how people live here rather than how they perform for visitors.
Whether you're after a proper sit-down meal, a quick pint, or simply a pause to gather your thoughts, the Pelican does what it does without any pretence. It's the kind of place that works well as a base for exploring the canal walks or as a stopping point on a wider exploration of the area.
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