The Horse and Groom Inn in Cherwell

Pre booked in advance the Christmas dinner,unfortunately,it did not live up to anything I was expecting.The food was not hot,and grossly overpriced,very disappointing as the staff were pleasant enough.Will not be going back there for food again,I suggest you do not go there,left deflated .Ruined my Christmas with my daughter...Shame,go elsewhere in future.

Great pub with food and drink menu a step above the usual. Well looked after with nice decor and ambience. We have visited before and this time took family for a meal on the terrace in the sun. All were very complimentary of the food and service.

My husband, daughter and I were visiting friends for a week in Shipston and this place became our second home. The building is really lovely- traditional and with a very pretty bar which is really cozy... perfect for dogs, kids and anyone wanting a good chat and a great pint (fab selection of ales and lagers). We loved the sofa in the corner for playing cards. I imagine it's super lovely when the fire is lit in winter. It's the garden that we loved most though.. there's a natural wig wam tree thing with kids stuff in so perfect for little ones. Lots of tables with an uninterrupted view of the rolling hills. They don't 'do' food but have a wood fired pizza oven that comes once every month and it was amazing! I think they have a similar thing with local fish and chips too. We were also there on 'sharing night' when the locals all bring in stuff like cheese and home made bread to share on the bar. All in all, this was a fantastic pub with great staff, a beautiful garden and a really charming, cozy bar. We will be back!

Unfortunately, our takeaway experience was more like an I’m A Celebrity eating challenge. The fish, such as it was, was over cooked and the batter almost inedible. A shame because up to now the food had been very good.

Had a lovely meal with our friends, the Souvlaki devine giving us happy memories of Greece. Only disappointment the Stifado not on the menu & hope it will come back soon. . The bar lady /waitress very helpful and attentive telling us about the history of the beautiful village and surroundings. Enjoyed our afternoon. Thank you