The best restaurants in Winchcombe Tewkesbury South West

Here, at the Lion Inn, we found the PERFECT stay. When we arrived at the Lion Inn, which we’d booked as part of a circular walk of the Cotswolds, we were amazed to find ourselves in a 15th Century Inn, with so much character and beautifully cared for. We were warmly met by Kealiegh, the Assistant Manager. We were lucky enough to receive an upgrade to a large quite ensuite room at the back of the Inn. Little did we know at the time that the renovation of rooms had only just occurred in January. This large beautiful room was sympathetically refurbished to provide every modern convenience travelling guests could want, including a small night light beside the toilet in case of getting up in the night. The King bed was very comfortable and the room included tea and coffee, a smart television, a lounge, desk, a large bath tub and separate shower basin and toilet. We were offered a small jug of fresh milk without even asking. The consideration and sensitivity to guests needs is beyond what one normally experiences while travelling. We chose to have dinner there in the evening and what a lovely quiet table towards the back of the restaurant which is an adjoining area of the Lion Inn. In fact the restaurant has just received a Rosette, which is thoroughly deserved. Clearly, all of the kitchen staff as well as those we met in the dining areas are truly passionate about their work and caring for the inn. It was the same experience for breakfast. We were so warmly treated throughout our stay we felt completely at home. It is rare that you experience such a memorable stay for a single night, where everything is perfect. This was the one for us. We just wish we could have stayed for a week! Congratulations to all of those who work here and give so much of themselves to the Lion Inn. Thanks Kealiegh, Lottie and Karyn. You made our circular walk of the Northern Cotswold villages truly special.

I was greeted by the (assumed) proprietor, a very pleasant and friendly geezer. The other staff were equally as welcoming. As a teetotal bod I normally avoid licensed premises but I thought I'd give The White Hart Inn a go as the café next door was closed. I strive to be as accurate as possible with my reviews so I've gotta say my latte was fairly ordinary but, in mitigation, they're a pub. The primary function of such establishments is to sell alcoholic beverages, those around me seemed pleased with whatever was in their glasses. The menu also looked inviting.

A reasonably priced pub but the menu was really uninspiring and the quality of the food was terrible. The wine was the only good thing about it. It markets itself as dog friendly but that is debatable. The waitress didn't seem to like dogs at all. I had the fish and chips and hardly ate any of it it was so bad. Nobody asked how I found it when they cleared the plate. I definitely won't be returning.

Reservamos una mesa para el almuerzo. Estaban cerrados el día y no tuvieron la cortesía de hacérnoslo saber. Solo condujimos una hora para esperar nuestro almuerzo.

The Playeers Arms es una verdadera joya mientras paseas por las calles históricas de Winchcombe. Llama la atención inmediatamente — un hermoso edificio que se siente a la vez atemporal y acogedor. Atraviesas pesadas puertas de madera y te transportas instantáneamente siglos atrás, la hermosa arquitectura del siglo XV te rodea de piedra mielada cálida y techos de vigas bajas. En el interior, es recibido por Liz, que dirige el lugar con un ojo agudo y una atención inconfundible a los detalles. Me habían dicho que Liz podría ser la mejor cocinera de Winchcombe, y después de arroparme en uno de sus desayunos, estoy convencido. Cada ingrediente, hasta el magnífico pudín negro, había sido elegido a mano por la propia Liz, elegida con cuidado por su frescura y calidad real. Una vez que te has instalado, encuentras que es el tipo de pub en el que podrías pasar todo el día sin darte cuenta del tiempo. Los habituales charlan en silencio, los perros duermen bajo las mesas y la cerveza, perfectamente guardada y servida, llega sin alborotos.

No estaba abierto a pesar de la información en contrario en Internet. Una amable señora explicó que iba a abrir aproximadamente una hora después de que llegamos, así que nos fuimos y cogimos té en Winchcombe mismo.