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Heart of Warwickshire Branch

LocAle

The Heart of Warwickshire LocAle scheme recognises pubs which regularly stock at least one real ale which is brewed by a local brewery that is within 25 miles driving distance. The geographical shape of the Heart of Warwickshire Branch area means that some breweries are within 25 miles of some parts of the branch area but not others.

Antelope, Lighthorne

Antelope, Lighthorne
Local Beer Miles
Hook Norton 17

Lighthorne is an attractive village reached via the Fosse way or the B4100 Gaydon Road. The Antelope stands in the centre of the village, a handsome stone building, serving good food in a friendly atmosphere. A number of footpaths lead out of the village, making the pub an ideal centre for a pleasant country walk.

Antelope, Warwick

Antelope, Warwick
Local Beer Miles
Slaughterhouse Saddleback 2

A more traditional town pub with a friendly atmosphere. Has a large screen TV for sporting events. On the G1 bus route and has a small car park at the rear. Note the Antelope on the pub sign is that from the badge of the Warwickshire Regiment.

Buck & Bell, Long Itchington

Buck & Bell, Long Itchington
Local Beer Miles
Church End 25

www.buckandbellpub.co.uk

Situated on the Green and adjacent to the Pond, this renovated pub has retained as much of the original as possible with sympathetically blended improvements. Open all day from 12 noon every day. A varied menu is available every day.

Cape of Good Hope, Warwick

Cape of Good Hope, Warwick
Local Beer Miles
Weatheroak Keystone Hops 20
Church End Two LLocks 25

True canalside pub, the water is a few feet from the front door, adjacent to Cape Top Lock on the Grand Union Canal. A painting in the rear lounge explains the story of its name. Two LLocks is the house beer now brewed by Church End, alongside regular Keystone Hops from Weatheroak. Nationals include Tetley Bitter and Green King Abbot.

Case is Altered, Fiveways

Case is Altered, Fiveways
Local Beer Miles
Slaughterhouse 7
Warwickshire 12
Church End 19

Well worth a visit, it is an Oasis of calm in a lovely Rural setting. There is always a minimum of one Local Beer available from the range of beers produced by the breweries listed. It also has two outside seating areas.

Cricketers, Leamington Spa

Cricketers, Leamington Spa
Local Beer Miles
Slaughterhouse 1.5

A busy traditional street-corner pub, opposite Royal Leamington Spa Bowling Club. Family friendly with a Beer Garden, and free WiFi. Food sourced locally through Aubrey Allen where possible. Enroute between the station and town centre.

Crown, Stockton

Crown, Stockton
Local Beer Miles
Dow Bridge Beers 14.3
 

Draught Beers Ansells and Adnams Broadside. Also serves good food, and has an area for playing Petanque.

Fox & Hen, Bascote Heath

Fox & Hen, Bascote Heath
Local Beer Miles
Hook Norton 22

A friendly country pub, open Tues-Sunday lunch and evening. It has outside decking with seating and a large garden with children's play area.

Gaydon Inn, Gaydon

Gaydon Inn, Gaydon
Local Beer Miles
Warwickshire Beer Company 11.0
 

A friendly village pub serving good food, popular with locals and passers-by. There are two bars, a seperate dining area and a secluded beer garden. The warm welcome received by everyone is soon to be enhanced by new central heating, and the famous red exterior is, apparently, to become white.

Harbury Village Club, Harbury

Harbury Village Club, Harbury
Local Beer Miles
Warwickshire Golden Bear 8
Hook Norton 25

Accessible with CAMRA membership card, this is a rare outlet for Warwickshire Golden Bear. A friendly "local" venue with a large car park.

Harvester, Long Itchington

Harvester, Long Itchington
Local Beer Miles
Hook Norton 24

www.theharvesterinn.co.uk

An unpretentious village local with a few surprises, such as Budvar Dark and Lager on draught, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Hook Norton is the "local" beer, with others occasionally available. The restaurant serves a varied menu of good value food, the steaks being particularly good. Located near the Church and 5 minutes walk from the Grand Union Canal. A genuine free-house with no connection with a restaurant pub chain of a similar name!

Market Tavern, Southam

Market Tavern, Southam
Local Beer Miles
Warwickshire Beer Company 6

A multi-roomed stone built pub, run by the Warwickshire Beer Company, who renamed the pub from the Crown. The range of beers are mainly from their own extensive list, although guests do make an appearance from time to time.

Millwright Arms, Warwick

Millwright Arms, Warwick
Local Beer Miles
Hook Norton 25

A half-timbered 16th century Tudor coaching Inn, featuring a multiroom interior with exposed beams. It has a large garden at the rear, and a small car park at the side.

Newbold Comyn Arms, L. Spa

Newbold Comyn Arms, Leamington Spa
Local Beer Miles
Warwickshire 4
Purity 18

Now based in the Stables Bar, it has a cosy atmosphere with real fires during the winter months.

Olde Mint, Southam

Olde Mint, Southam
Local Beer Miles
Purity Gold UBU 22

A distinctive and impressive 15th Century stone building. In 1642, King Charles I stayed here for a few days just prior to the Battle of Edge Hill. Because he had run out of money to pay his troops, he minted some coins here. Local beers are from the Purity range.

Porridge Pot, Warwick

Porridge Pot, Warwick
Local Beer Miles
Slaughterhouse 3

A large open-plan pub, close to "Longbridge" island on the M40. It caters for locals and travellers alike, serving food all day. Now being supplied with different Slaughterhouse beers on a regular basis.

Stag, Offchurch

Stag, Offchurch
Local Beer Miles
Warwickshire Beer Company 1.5
Purity 17.9

The pub bar has a new oak floor and offers seating and tables for ramblers, walkers and regular customers. Dogs are welcome during the day. Food, a combination of seasonal and Anglo/French Cuisine, by a team of Raymond Blanc trained chefs.

Waterman, Hatton

Waterman, Hatton
Local Beer Miles
Slaughterhouse Arkwrights 4

www.thewatermanpub.co.uk

In a wonderful location with superb views over the locks towards Warwick Castle and Church. Cosy bar, light airy restaurant, outside patio or the large garden offer ideal drinking and eating places for different seasons and weather.

Wharf Inn, Fenny Compton

Wharf Inn, Fenny Compton
Local Beer Miles
Hook Norton 18

Penworth Pub Group. It serves good value food, has a canalside beer garden and a large car park.

Woodland Tavern, L. Spa

Woodland Tavern, Leamington Spa
Local Beer Miles
Slaughterhouse Saddleback 1

Traditional 19th century town pub with a comfortable lounge and separate bar, both of which have original ceiling features. A popular pub for students, professionals and mature drinkers alike. One of the closest outlets for the Slaughterhouse Brewery and Saddleback.

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