Things for kids to do

Pubs you can relax in and have the children entertained

The Pubs

The Chequers

Country pub in pretty countryside with friendly staff, generous portions of British fare, and a quiet, welcoming atmosphere ideal for Sunday roasts and long lunches.

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Le De Spencer Arms

Real ales and seasonal home-cooked food, plus quiz nights and live music in a child-friendly pub.

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The Squirrel

Rustic village pub with leather sofas, log fires, a large beer garden and a menu of British grub.

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The Old Bell Country Inn

Simple rooms in a relaxed country inn offering dining, a beer garden & breakfast.

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The Old Queens Head

Modern global cuisine and country house interiors including chandeliers and a snug with woodburner.

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The Red Lion

Rural Coleshill pub with a spacious garden, warm interior, accomplished kitchen offering a wide choice of seasonal dishes, and attentive service.

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The Red Lion PH

Characterful countryside pub with a sprawling water-garden featuring a koi pond, old farming machinery and classic motorbikes, plus a menu of traditional roasts and real ales.

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The Stag

Flackwell Heath

Traditional beamed pub with a beer garden set among fields serving classic British home cooking.

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The Three Horseshoes

Flackwell Heath

Family-run village pub set back from the high street, serving fresh fish and chips, burgers and traditional British fare, with a friendly atmosphere, resident dog and comfortable retreat feel.

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Crown Inn

Pub with a menu of traditional British dishes and a family-friendly vibe.

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The Chequers Inn

Quaint inn offering elegant rooms, a pub & a restaurant in a 17th-century coaching inn.

The Horse And Jockey

Village local in Tyler’s Green with a refreshed garden, real fire, standard pub fare including Sunday roasts, well-kept beer, and a dog-friendly atmosphere favoured by locals.

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Where to Drink This Weekend: Chiltern Hills Pubs with Great Playgrounds for Kids

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Featured Pubs

Akeman Inn

Welcoming countryside pub in Kingswood with friendly service, reasonably priced food and drink, and a modest garden, popular for celebrations and quiet suppers alike.

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Bel & Dragon at the Red Lion

Former coaching inn offering classic rooms, a traditional bar & free full English breakfast.

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Belle Vue PH

Country pub with expansive gardens offering panoramic views, mature trees and stone walls, outdoor seating and a traditional hospitality offering.

Bird in Hand

Henley-on-Thames

No-nonsense neighbourhood pub in Henley with a carefully curated beer and cider selection, bar snacks, a lovely garden with plenty of seating, and a reputation for cleanliness and friendly service.

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Bird In Hand

Historic village pub on the edge of Princes Risborough filled with quirky artefacts and period character, serving well-kept ales and traditional fare in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

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Birdcage Inn

Pub with a history dating back to 1300 serves steaks cooked at your table on rocks plus a patio.

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Boot and Slipper

Country pub in Buckinghamshire with low beams, a cosy interior and welcoming garden, serving traditional British fare including steak and ale pie, with friendly service and dog-friendly facilities.

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Bottle and Glass

Henley-on-Thames

Countryside pub with woodland walks nearby, a garden capturing rural tranquility, a £25 three-course set menu, and Sunday roasts alongside burgers and traditional fare.

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Browns Beaconsfield

Welcoming country pub in Beaconsfield with free parking, gardens, a piano, all-day breakfast and upmarket dining, plus attentive service suited to celebrations and lingering meals.

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Chequers Tree PH

Village pub in the heart of Prestwood with multiple characterful seating areas, pleasant atmosphere, polite staff and a well-regarded kitchen serving generous portions of quality food and drink.

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Cock Inn

Village pub near Leighton Buzzard with a well-kept garden, marquee hosting live music, friendly staff and a menu featuring signature dishes like roast chicken alongside generous portions at reasonable prices.

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Craftyard

Welcoming countryside pub with attentive service, a diverse menu featuring highly-rated Sunday roasts, and a relaxed atmosphere where locals and visitors linger over proper food and drink.

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