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This traditional pub sits just outside Nailsworth and serves as exactly the kind of stopping point you'd want after a day exploring the Cotswolds valleys.
Whether you've walked the local footpaths or driven through the surrounding countryside, it's a natural place to pause and spend a while. The interior has genuine warmth to it—a real fire keeps things cosy when the weather's cold, and the space feels genuinely welcoming rather than trying too hard. There's also a decent outdoor area for when the sun cooperates.
The building carries the weight of its history, having accommodated travellers and regulars for generations, and that sense of permanence is immediately apparent when you arrive. The food side is straightforward pub cooking done well, with the kitchen making good use of ingredients sourced locally from the area around it. The bar has a respectable range of local ales and ciders that are genuinely worth exploring rather than just passing through.
Location-wise, it works brilliantly if you're based in or moving through Nailsworth itself, which is a lively small town known for its independent retailers and genuine creative character. Stroud, which draws crowds to its renowned farmers market, is only a short drive away too, so the inn fits neatly into any wider exploration of this part of the Cotswolds.
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