Village Pub

Traditional village local serving a rural community

The Pubs

The Red Lion Public House

Traditional pub with informal rooms, a beer garden and a warm restaurant serving classic fare.

The Three Crowns

Stylish gastropub offering Modern European dishes made with local produce, plus outside tables.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

The Bird In Hand

Princes Risborough

Village pub with a modest beer garden, worn wooden tables, local ale selection and countryside charm in unhurried rural surroundings.

The Lions Of Bledlow

17th-century village pub in the Chilterns with beamed ceilings, a sunny front garden, dog-friendly atmosphere, and generous portions of home-cooked food.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

White Lion PH

Rural country pub with a cosy, warm atmosphere, offering Spanish-influenced dishes including paella and gambas pil pil alongside a thoughtfully curated selection of ales and beers.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

The Greyhound

Charming former coaching inn with real ales, eclectic gastropub dining and guestrooms.

The Red Lion

Quaint, family-friendly pub with a pretty garden, offering an array of real ales and classic dishes.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

The Trooper

Thoughtfully sourced classic British dishes with a modern twist in a cosy, country-style pub.

The Oak

Corner countryside pub with a modest beer garden shaded by ancient oaks, a proper bar for locals, and traditional British fare.

The Greyhound

Cosy rooms in a traditional pub offering a restaurant & complimentary breakfast.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

The Partridge Arms

Traditional locals’ pub with a spacious side garden, snooker room, good selection of drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere for families and dogs.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingGood for GroupsRestrooms

The Rose & Crown (A Taste Of Home Ltd Wingrave)

Village local in the heart of Wingrave with a welcoming open fire, games room, cosy interior, and a kitchen known for hearty roasts and home-cooked fare.

Dogs WelcomeOutdoor SeatingChild FriendlyGood for GroupsRestrooms

Map Location

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

March 24, 2026

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

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

March 24, 2026

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