The Howard Arms

The menu focuses on hearty, wholesome food made with ingredients sourced locally, and there's a solid selection of local ales and other drinks to choose from. On cooler days, you can warm yourself by the open fire, or if the weather's good, take your drink outside to enjoy the village atmosphere.

Pubs like this one have long been the backbone of English village communities, functioning as social gathering places for locals and welcoming stopping points for travellers passing through. This one carries on that tradition well, offering somewhere to genuinely relax and unwind. You're likely to find friendly faces to chat with over a meal.

Darlingscott itself is a small, peaceful village, which means it doesn't have extensive facilities, but that's part of its appeal. You're only a short drive from Shipston-on-Stour if you need shops or other amenities, and places like Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh are also nearby. This makes the Howard Arms a convenient and comfortable spot for a meal or rest while you're moving between other Cotswolds destinations.