Child Play Area

Dedicated area in the garden provided for children to play

The Pubs

The Three Horseshoes

Village pub on the green with a garden, restaurant, kids’ play area and barn available for events.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

The Rothschild Arms

Characterful countryside pub with seaside-themed garden featuring a sandpit, covered gathering space, and a menu of good food, plus Rattler Cornish Cider on tap.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

The Old Fisherman

Riverside pub beside the River Thame with a spacious garden, children’s play area, dog-friendly facilities and a menu of reasonably-priced food in a rural setting.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

The Polecat Inn

Historic pub with garden, play area and countryside vista, for traditional food and real ales.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

Dolphin Eye

Seafront pub with Indian and Nepalese cuisine, a spacious beer garden featuring grass and paved areas with fairy lights, woodland backing, and panoramic coastal views.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

The Squirrel

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

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

The Stag

Flackwell Heath

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

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsPlay AreaRestrooms

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

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

Step Back in Time: Three Chiltern Hills Pubs Steeped in History

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

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Bel & Dragon at the Red Lion

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

Dogs WelcomeChild Friendly

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

Birdcage Inn

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

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

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.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms