The king and Queen in Vale of White Horse

I stayed at the King & Queen for 5 nights and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Cosey, charming, friendly in a traditional British pub way and serving good food, I will look forward to coming back. The staff and landlord could not have made me feel more welcome. Attentive without being intrusive this stay for work has been a real pleasure. This was topped off by a comedy night, hosted on the premises, that was simply terrific followed by a very short commute to bed. This is the first review I’ve ever written because I think the team at the King & Queen deserve to be recognised.

From start to finish Markus went above and beyond to make us feel most very welcome. Situated very near to the Vale of the White Horse Hill, the pub B&B offers a very cosy, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Bedrooms, clean, spacious and comfortable. The full English breakfast is amazing, fresh produce, delicious and a wonderful way to start off the day. Overall highly recommended and we hope to return soon. Thank you.

An excellent one night stay on a mid-Feb bike-packing trip. Exactly what we needed, friendly welcome from Markus and team, hearty food, a range of locally sourced beers on tap, clean and comfortable family room and a good cooked breakfast to set us on our way the next day. Cyclist friendly with an option to securely store our bikes in a locked outside shed. Highly recommended to anyone visiting the area wanting accommodation or a night out.

Took my parents for an early Mother’s Day lunch. Was amazing food. Three of us ordered the pie & one had the fish and chips. The food was hot, fresh and tasty. We will definitely visit again.

Lovely stop off that had been recommended to us. Completely lived up to the recommendation. Friendly and welcoming on our busy Friday night arrival. Our room was lovely and clean with everything we needed. Views across to the White Horse greeted us in the morning. Food was home cooked and delicious. A little gem not far off the main routes and well worth a slight detour.

Really good food was served for dinner and an excellent breakfast. My only small gripe would be a lack of parking due to its popularity.

Very nice place, kind and lovely staff, very nice room. If you want to be delt with family, this is the place to be. Even the Locals deal with you like you are one of their own. Visited the white horse as well. If i could i gave 6 stars.

Excellent 2 Visits so far. Having been here a number of times, when staying, having now moved to the area we decided to pop in first for the Burger Monday, and what a delight 😊. Marcus remembered us, we had a nice chat and 2 lovely burgers and a beautiful starter. A few weeks later and we popped in for Sunday Lunch, oh em gee. I have never seen such a big Sunday lunch, the beef was delicious, massive Yorkshire pudding and the vegetables were to die for. We certainly will be back. Michael and Tracy

24 members of a Gloucester based Rotary Club visited for lunch after a tour of the nearby Westmill Wind & Solar Farm. We were not disappointed. We had the function room to ourselves and chose a variety of main courses: steak & ale pie, Hunters chicken, fish & chips, bloody lovely sausages, roasted peppers etc. Nothing but praise for all of them. The staff were very attentive and friendly which made for a really good day out. Can't recommend this place highly enough. Thanks go to Markus and the team for looking after us so well.

The Pub and Bed and breakfast was delightful. It had a very nice ambiance about it. It was cosy and welcoming. Marcus was very friendly and helpful. The rooms where very clean and comfortable . We really enjoyed our English breakfast and coffee. We highly recommend the King and Queen. Hopefully we can come back and stay. Thank you

Enorm leuke herberg tussen Oxford en Bath in een prachtige omgeving. Eigenaren en personeel heel vriendelijk, gastvrij en belangstellend. We hebben genoten van ontbijt, diners en vooral de Sunday Roast: absolute aanrader voor iedereen die hier in de buurt is. De King & Queen is ideaal gelegen voor dagtrips naar Oxford en Bath en voor een verkenning van de prachtige Cotswolds. Dichtbij kun je Uffington Castle en de White Horse bezoeken, beide overblijfselen uit de prehistorie en zeer de moeite waard. Voor de liefhebber van Midsomner Murders zijn er verschillende filmlocaties vlakbij Longcot, feest der herkenning. Kamers zijn schoon en comfortabel met goed sanitair.

We arrived a received a very warm welcome from the bar/restaurant team working this evening. Smiles count for a lot! We were shown to our table and given the menus. There is a wide range of choice to suit all tastes. As we were a table of 7 we all chose different combinations of tapas/starters/main courses which were prepared with care and nicely presented. The food was delicious and of good sized portions. The waiting staff attentive and friendly. One of our party had brought a birthday cake so we had that rather than desserts, which was accommodated by the restaurant, bringing napkins and a knife out with the cake, All in all a nice evening with family, celebrating two birthdays.

Just had a three night stay here and couldn't fault it in any way. Marcus very friendl y and nothing is any trouble to make you feel welcome. Very clean and good food. Would definetly reccomend.

Visited and an impromptu break overnight wanted to visit the Cotswold area and came across this place whilst searching, so pleased I did. Lovely place with welcoming cheerful staff that made us feel happy to be there. The room we stayed in was immaculately clean and had everything we required including complementary toiletries and tea coffee etc. We ate there on the evening having salt and pepper squid and prawn pil pil both delicious the pie we had has a main left us satisfied and too full for a sweet. We slept well then woke to a huge breakfast and tips of place to visit on our way home Thank you for a lovely time everyone at the king and Queen we will happily visit again hopefully sooner rather than later

Marcus and Danielle plus the team at The King & Queen, Longcot are pushing the standards to the max of what a country pub B&B can be. The setting is superb, on the edge of a cute 500-folk village, with an equally charming church and surrounded by very walkable countryside. It's perfect if you have a dog or if you want to work up an appetite. Marcus is extremely welcoming and amiable without crossing that line of being "too much". He and Danielle really care about the food and drink which is evident in the superb, locally sourced menu and three local ales on tap, plus the featuring of local Hawkstone lager (even without Clarkson's backing, it's a great drink to return to after a hot day out on foot). The accommodation is contemporary yet in keeping with the feel of the rural architecture of the early 1800s. Our room was perfectly appointed and comfortable. Breakfast is a particular highlight. Every variation of cooked - featuring eggs, bacon, sausage, bacon, black pudding, mushrooms, tomatoes and beans - was on offer, much of which was locally sourced. A selection of cereals was one offer. Orange juice arrived as you sat down as did the coffee (if ordered), which was excellent from a bean to cup machine. At lunch and dinner, the pub food is simple and tasty. On Monday's burger night, we had a substantial burger (normal and pulled pork) with an abundance of chunky chips , then tapas the following evening. It's not cheap, but it's decent value (£16.50 burger and chips included a pint or glass of wine) and again the menu matches modern tastes: chunky halloumi fries, salt and chilli squid, lamb kofta etc. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable stay, which was topped off with the arrival of a local Morris Dancing outfit on our last night. Well done, Marcus and Danielle, we wish you every success. Just keep doing what you're doing.

Early Father's Day lunch for Dad. Very good food, excellent service, beautiful setting. Nice to have a chat about some shared history. Happy to recommend this pub to anyone 👍

Superb food! friendly staff, really good range of beers, ciders and gin! And country pub prices not city prices! We will be back!

Beautiful country pub, welcoming and friendly with great staff and great food. Will definitely be back.

Great pub and hotel, very well maintained. Owner was friendly and engaging, went out of his way to help guests. Highly recommended.

Not a regular but always a very warm welcome and excellent food. When ever we are passing on way home from travel it’s an unsaid rule that we both want to call in. Excellent beer selection thank you to Marcus and his great team.

My partner and I visited the King & Queen Saturday 22nd April, we stayed over night in their B&B. The rooms where modern, had plenty of space but most importantly very clean. We didn't actually have the breakfast, but the roast dinner was absolutely delicious...

We recently booked into the King and Queen for the weekend. We stayed in to the B&B which is great value for money, the bed was very comfy and the cleanliness of the room was top marks. Very peaceful location with plenty of walks and...

I stayed recently at the King and Queen in Longcot, while on business in the area. I was delighted with the service standards, attention to detail and friendly atmosphere throughout my stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and with all the amenities one could wish...

We had Sunday lunch as this pub/restaurant and I was pleasantly surprised. The food was superb and plentiful, more than my aunt and I could eat. The service was very good and I he staff pleasant. A lovely pub in a beautiful location. I would...

Used the pub as a nice break away, very welcoming and dog friendly. Marcus the patron goes out of his way to make you welcome. Pub not the best to look at on the outside but once through the door it is truly an oasis...

Visited today with friends for lunch and had such a wonderful time. Food was lovely, all freshly cooked, couldn’t fault it whatsoever. The landlord was exceptional, very welcoming and friendly. We won’t hesitate to return to this lovely place!

Food was fabulous and cooked fresh. The owners and staff were so warm and welcoming, as it was a work lunch, it was a large party of people and had a few last minute changes, there was literally nothing that phased them. Definitely will be...

Visited this pub for the first time in years for a meal with the family as used to go regular years ago when the menu was very large.Meal very poor and couldn’t believe it was over £90 would have had a better meal in college...

The welcome, the staff, just could not do enough for us. Working so hard, yet time to talk. The room was lovely and the food was wonderful

This place is in a peaceful location with no traffic noise and comfortable beds in basic rooms for a good price. The staff are really friendly and the food was nice and there was plenty of it. The atmosphere in the bar was lovely too....

Booking our lunch here was very easy and staff were unfazed and cheery when we added another person to the party a couple of days before our visit. This is a very honest village pub, in a glorious part of the world and we arrived...

We stay here quite often and the place is the same as usual. A great nights stay, Great Service and a brilliant breakfast. Sadly, we forgot on this occasion that Monday night the kitchen is closed (appreciate of course staff have to have time off...

Thanks to the lovely team, we had a great, great food and a brilliant location. The team were welcoming and friendly. Thank you so much.

Recently had an excellent lunch with friends. Service was friendly and efficient. The food was great. The menu included a selection of Tapas dishes which were beautifully presented and delicious. There was also a good selection of 3 well-kept local ales. I'm not usually a...

Great traditional pub with an excellent selection of four local ales. Very friendly staff. The food was lovely and the atmosphere was very relaxed.

The food was very well presented very nice and plentiful! The pub and garden is very clean and tidy. The staff super friendly and helpful. Also dog friendly.

I am relatively local to here and have been several times (Try the Tapas, its awesome!!) Didn't book, however, I dropped in for a beer (excellent ales on tap!!) and booked a table for 3 of us on the spur of the moment. Despite being...

Had a lovely night stay here last night with our friends. Couldn't fault the professional friendly staff, the room, the food or the beer... Nothing was too much trouble and our dog was made most welcome. Thank you!

Having met on a holiday to India and kept in touch since lockdown via WhatsApp twelve of us decided to have a reunion. The King and Queen proved a perfect venue. Professional, friendly, efficient staff did as much as they could and more, to ensure...

My Hubby and I stayed here for 2 nights and wow we couldn’t fault the service we received. We arrived slightly early and greeted at the bar by a member of staff who explained where room was and which key would get us into our...

What a amazing surprise. Today is our first anniversary and are traveling to a hotel and we find this place to have lunch (recommendation found on trip advisor). The food is amazing!!! We have had beef roast. For my husb taste, the beef was too...

We love the area - and return quite often - this being our second time to K & G - our new favourite local place. Marcus is a great host and his partner, i think works in the Kitchen - and there is an evening...

Just had an amazing fish platter and desserts. The pub was really clean and well spaced. Will definately be returning soon

Had a great one night stay at "The King and Queen". Everything was superb. Beautifully appointed room with a view, spacious and clean. Great evening menu, including a variety of Tapas dishes. Service was very friendly and efficient. Amazing breakfast with great personal service from...

Just had a lovely one night stay at this delightful pub, wished it had been longer, staff were friendly and helpful, room was spotless and very comfortable, didn't have chance to try the restaurant unfortunately as the menu looked really good, but the cooked breakfast...

The King and Queen is a fabulous place to stay, clean spacious rooms. The staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful and the breakfast was freshly made to order and very delicious. They also have local ales on tap for an evening drink.

We booked in for 2 days - great rates and the room was superb. Tidy and Clean throughout, above a pub but you would never have known. Whoever, cooks the large breakfasts - needs a commendation - they were excellent. The pub, is set out...

Amazing pub with lovely beer garden. Immaculatel super clean room with lovely bed and pillows and picturesque views. Very friendly host and staff, wonderful big breakfast with locally sourced ingredients, would highly recommend this pub and would definitely stay when in the area again

The service was lovely and the food (tapas) was delicious; so fresh and so tasty. A real gem of a place - what a delightful pub!

What a refreshing change A pub that not only provides lovely clean , comfortable accommodation as well as great drink and outstanding food but that’s not all the staff are so nice we can’t thank them enough for the welcome . We will definitely return.

I took mum out for a meal at lunchtime the welcome was fantastic the food was amazing the nachos glucamole and cheese was to die for, mum enjoyed her king prawns the ambience was so relaxing and our server she was so attentive to our needs, highly recommended

We had 1 night here and loved it. Communication with Markus, during the booking process was perfect, he was so kind and helpful.The staff are all lovely. Very welcoming and friendly. The rooms are all beautifully decorated and have nice Crabtree and Evelyn toiletries. We didn't eat in the evening as were visiting my sister, but the menu looked really nice. Breakfast was good. Very plentiful with nice quality sausages. We will definitely return, many thanks.

Had a wonderful Sunday roast 23rd May. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was really lovely and decent sized portions.

Danni and Markus came to our rescue recently, when our wedding reception venue cancelled on us with a few months to go before the big day. All I can say is that, in the end, we would not have changed a single thing about the day that we had. All the team at the King and Queen pulled out every stop and then some to ensure we and our family had the most magical of days; attention to detail and the standard of care was more than we could have asked for. No request was too much and they took such amazing care of our family during their stay. Thank you so much to Danni, Markus, Fran, Vina et al for giving us the most wonderful of wedding days that we could have asked for - you will never know how much we appreciated all that you did that weekend and in the build up. If you want a day to remember - book the King & Queen!

Great rare beef and instructions on how to retain its rareness during reheating. A large piece of crackling on belly pork, which was great. The selection of accompanying veg was superb. My only criticism being that the roast potatoes could have been a lot crispier but our chocolate lab had no complaints on that score. The gravy was to die for....really tasty!

Had a lovely lunch, baked Camembert with chutney and delicious sandwiches. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The pub has a relaxing atmosphere and I would definitely return.

Amazing food and service once more. I had the sandwiches and they were great best ham and cheese I’ve ever tasted! We were served almost instantly and the food came within minutes and was amazing in taste. My family members shared a charcuterie tapas board and loved it especially the thick cheese slices. Great pub can’t wait to come back for my fourth visit!

This is a nice pub.But sandwiches could be better. Very thin ham and very thin cheese in sandwiches. Too thin! If it had been thicker I would of given 4 stars As the sandwiches come with yummy chips and nice coleslaw.

Wow 🤩 I had the sandwiches with chips and slaw they were delicious. Great place I will be back!! 5 stars from me🌟

Lovely country pup/restaurant Staff were very friendly Danni and Markus very helpful The food was 10 out 10 all food made on site, no pre cooked frozen food here. COVID rules all applied, we felt very safe. Will be using this establishment again.

We were recommend by a past work colleague to give this place a crack. Went for lunch and it did not disappoint. Good selection of meals at very reasonable prices. Service was faultless and food was spot on. The pub is clean and inviting, we would have no hesitation in recommending this establishment. We will be returning for an evening meal in the near future.

Superb food. Tapas selection is awesome and traditional favourites as well. With fine ales and wines and with a wonderful friendly service. What more can you ask for

I have visited this beautiful country pub. I haven’t been here for years, but is now under new management. The landlady Danni was very welcoming as were her staff. When our food came out, it wasn’t just beautiful on the plate, but delicious to eat. I can highly recommend a visit and leave room for their amazing desserts.

WOW...What can I say about the King & Queen that hasn’t already been said...Beautiful pub, amazing food, great staff...very friendly and very accommodating!Did I say how awesome the food was!So go and check it out you won’t be disappointed

The food and service was impeccable and the atmosphere was incredible. Food service came fast and the food was amazing itself great pub would definitely come again. It is under new management by Danni and Marcus which both seem like friendly personalities and this pub is a great addition to the community, cannot wait to visit again.

The worst place we have ever been the food was terrible. And there was an old woman in the pub with long black hair trying to get off with all the lads in the pub all the while her husband was sat there. We told the land lady if you can call her that all she did was slag her husband off and then said it was just her boyfriend. Horrible service horrible place avoid.

My Son, partner and baby stayed as were attending a family party locally. No heating, baby woke cryingas was cold, no hot water and failed to mention that there was a curfew so my Son couldnt even get in!! Breakfast was disgusting, watery scrambled egg on soggy toast....... don't waste your money!! Appalling!!

This is a good old English pub. Great service and very good food. We really enjoyed our lunch here. Definitely worth a visit.

We were going to this pub quite regularly for Sunday lunches earlier this year until they lost their chef and stopped serving food for a while. We decided to go this weekend with our family and told them how good the food was etc but have to say we were really disappointed and the attention to detail just wasn't there as it had been before and not even sure it's the same owners. For example, 2 of us had the Chicken Liver pate but they forgot the onion marmalade and the butter was straight out of the fridge so rock hard you couldn't spread it on the bread which said it should of been toast but wasn't. 2 had the Cauliflower and blue cheese soup that was bland and you couldn't taste the cheese. Main courses, vegetable chilli nachos - they said was very average and chilli was tasteless and not spicy, Roast pork - we had to ask for apple sauce as they had missed it off. Plenty of lovely vegetables though so a real plus point there. Pudding we had to ask for extra custard as there was only a very small amount - overall we were really disappointed and sad that it was not as good as before

I stayed here for a visit to Shrivenham Staff College the following day. The owners were new and the place was being renovated. The room was great- almost brand new. The following morning I realized that I was missing a razor and they went out of their way to help. I will certainly stay there again. Didn’t eat there for dinner so can’t comment on that but breakfast was excellent.

We’ve just had a delicious Sunday lunch at the King and Queen. Lovely choice of meats, plenty of vegetables. We asked for a little more gravy, which was happily given. There was a child’s portion of roast dinner available, which suited my small appetite admirably. Polite and attentive staff who made us very welcome and fitted us in, even though we hadn’t booked. Will definitely be visiting again

My wife found this pub on trip advisor after we decided at short notice to go out with friends for food. We received great friendly customer service from the minute we walked in. The menu was of a nice size with a good amount of options and there was a specials board also. The food was really nice and the portions were generous. My wife and I will definitely be back when we want somewhere local to go out for food. There was a nice homely atmosphere also.

Great menu with something for everyone, beautifully presented fresh food! One of the coziest pubs in an area full of cozy pubs! It was the excellent service from the manager we really appreciated, Thank you Nicky, we will be back!

I had the most amazing pork roast dinner on Sunday while passing through the area. The owners were really friendly and the staff very attentive. Great food. Would highly recommend! They have a lovely outside area and dogs are welcome.

Food was cooked and presented beautifully and good value as obviously used quality ingredients. Staff were helpful and friendly. Will definitely be back!

Stu and Jill are a wonderful team and do everything to make you feel welcome. We arrived on a busy Sunday without booking and thankfully they were able to fit us in. We had the Sunday roast which was beautifully presented with seasonal veg and a vast cauliflower cheese which was delicious. We were well looked after and were made to feel very welcome, we will definitely be going back.

People were recommending The King and Queen on our local Facebook group and I can see why. I never expected such a high standard of cooking in a pub setting. Everything tasted amazing and was full of flavour. The Cauliflower Cheese was the best I’ve ever had, the gravy was rich the potatoes were crisp and the meat was cooked and seasoned to perfection. We will be definitely visiting again and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great Sunday Roast. Plus the staff are very nice and helpful.

We had a family celebration meal here yesterday. It was a great meal. The food was excellent, everyone ordered different dishes from the menu. The service was efficient and not too rushed which was perfect for our family get together.

Under new management and doing well! I chose a ploughman’s lunch and it was outstanding. Lovely selection of elements and beautifully presented. Many thanks to the new chef.

This was the first time we had visited since the new owners took over. However we had heard good things so we booked a table for our family of four for Saturday evening.

We have been twice now for Sunday lunch and can highly recommend this delightful little pub. The new owner are doing a wonderful job reviving the place and the food is delicious. We have only experienced Sunday lunch where I had roast beef both time and my husband had the Risotto from the specials board first time followed by the beer battered haddock the second both of which he said were rally good. We will definitely be looking to visit one evening.

I recently stayed at the K & Q for the first time since Mark and Sally left so was a little apprehensive. However my fears proved groundless as the management are clearly committed to keeping the high standard which has made this one of the most popular pubs and restaurants in the area.

Had lunch a few days ago here.. We had the fish n chips, which was a great meal... the chef came out to chat with us as well... definitely a repeat!!

Wow we had a lovely Sunday roast.... roast beef and roast pork cooked to perfection and presentation was spot on, the staff were very attentive and looked after you very well they might be the new owners but they’ve got it spot-on with everything they’re doing right from the lovely premises and relaxing atmosphere in the pub to a wonderful menu That is cooked just right from one chef to another don’t change anything I just can’t understand why you’re not packed out people need to go and see for themselves how good the food is 10 out of 10 well done

My husband, daughter and I visited The King and Queen for lunch today, which was excellent. They accommodated our daughter by bringing her a balloon on arrival and had a high chair ready at our table. Upon being seated the waitress took our drinks order and quickly after our food order. The portions were an excellent size and delicious. The general service was excellent and we will definitely be returning.

Sadly closed in Dec 2018 when the previous tenants moved on. After 3 months it is now reopened under new management. The new chef is developing a menu and the team is working to regain their award winning reputation. Deserves a visit and they welcome constructive feedback. Today the Lamb shoulder is delicious and perfectly cooked and the green vegetables perfectly seasoned, however the garlic potato element of the dish needs refining. Recommend it is worth a visit.

Visited the King and Queen for lunch with my family over the Easter weekend. The food was fantastic and the service and atmosphere was also very good. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this pub to friends and will certainly be eating there again.

Four of us visited over Easter weekend, having booked a table to be sure. Despite being busy, service was good. Menu options gave plenty of tempting choices for all. Food was excellent and good value, plus a good choice of ales. We were too full to manage desserts, next time we hope!

Met friends there on Sunday. Excellent service & landlord. Food superb. (& we are foodies!) all had the best roast lamb we have eaten in a long time. Will be back even though it's an hour's drive. Go now before everyone else finds out about it.

Phoned and reserved a table for four as our previous visits had been good but they’ve recently been taken over so decided to give it a try.

Had a wonderful Sunday Roast at the King and Queen in Longcot.

Have been to this pub several times now and was always impressed with the beer, the food, and the warm welcome. But I got the impression this would soon be changing as I think the landlord/landlady are moving on. How very sad if this is true - but I wish them every success in the future

We had Sunday lunch here a couple of years ago and I was looking for somewhere local to go for a meal to celebrate our anniversary. The menu online immediately grabbed me as they had some really interesting sounding dishes, a bit different from the norm. We went on a Saturday night and it was quiet but gradually filled up as the evening went on. Although it is quite a big place it still feels cosy but the chairs we had at our table were rather severe and hard - some cushions would help and perhaps we might have stayed longer for another drink after our meal. The food however, was delicious. I had the smoked salmon and saffron chowder to start which was the standout dish of the night for me - warming, subtly spiced and so tasty, I literally wiped the bowl clean with my bread (which wasn't ciabatta as stated on the menu but never mind!) My husband had the beef croquettes with chilli jam and really enjoyed them too. My main was the Tanzanian fish curry with monk fish and prawns - also very tasty with a generous amount of fish but slightly too much like a clear soup rather than a curry. I prefer a thicker sauce and some vegetables (rather than just for garnish) would have been good too. After the chowder to start, this had a lot to live up to and unfortunately it didn't quite get there but it was enjoyable nevertheless. My husband had the confit belly pork which was perfectly cooked and served with black pudding, mash and gravy - he was in his element! We'd been looking forward to the creme brulee mentioned online but it wasn't on the menu and so we decided to share the cheese and biscuits. Plenty for 2 to share although not quite enough biscuits for the amount of cheese and it was served with apple instead of the grapes listed on the menu. Three very enjoyable cheeses - one soft, one blue and a double gloucester of some kind - it would be good if they were labelled or listed on the menu so you knew what you were eating! Overall a very good meal, fairly priced and friendly, attentive service - we'll be keeping an eye out for new dishes to try in future.

We have eaten in this restaurant many times and cannot praise it enough. From the moment you enter the establishment you are greeted with a warm welcome and nothing is too much trouble. The menu is interesting and the food excellent. Always very busy and best to book if you want a table. I cannot recommend the King and Queen highly enough

I visited here with a friend on Tuesday and was so impressed I went back on Thursday!

This is exactly what a country pub with rooms should be. Great atmosphere in the bar, good selection of cask ales and lagers. A not over extensive menu, but something for everyone and all cooked fresh.

Do not order the vegetarian roast- you literally get 2 blobs of stuffing, a Yorkshire pudding and some overdone roast potatoes. Yes this is what the menu says and I get that all the food is freshly prepared, but seriously, why not just chuck some sort of Wellington on the plate so at least you feel like you're getting value for money for your £9.50.

The emphasis here is very much on good quality food. There's a decent menu with some interesting dishes alongside pub staples like Fish & Chips. Personally I opted for a very nice Tanzanian Monkfish Curry with Prawns, served with rice and flatbreads and utterly delicious it was. At £18 it was certainly not cheap, but worth the money, and generally you can expect to pay around the £mid-upper teens for a main meal here. They also do a range of sandwiches at lunchtimes, "served with a few chips and salad" all at £9. There are three well chosen ales on offer, mainly from smaller local breweries, and the Loose Canon Gunner's Gold, brewed in Abingdon, was excellent. This is essentially a dining pub, but drinkers are equally welcome and I was pleasantly surprised to see a bar billiards table (becoming rare and infinitely preferable to pool) tucked away in the corner. There is also a piano (not sure if it is ever used), a bowl of fish swimming around and a old wood burning stove - shame this wasn't lit on what was quite a chilly day.

Outstanding is the only word for this wonderful establishment. Sally and her team could not have been more welcoming, accommodating us with warmth and friendliness. Food - no other words than excellent, the steaks are especially recommended alongside her delicious Malbec. Beer is quintessential ‘England at its best’ alongside hospitality second to none. Book it now.

I have been working away in the area for 5 weeks and have stayed at the King & Queen for the duration. The facilities, staff and food have been execelent. I work away a lot of the year and and have never came across a place like this. I can not fault anything in the time I have spent there. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area or working within the area.