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Oxford's pubs and bars are the stuff of legend — centuries-old coaching inns, riverside terraces and craft beer bars sit alongside a growing cocktail scene. From the historic pubs of the city centre to the independent bars of Jericho and Cowley, there's something for every taste.

50 places in Oxford

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Also Known As: Oxford's coolest cocktail bar with vibrant atmosphere and creative drinks.

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Aria's Nightclub Banbury

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Aria's Nightclub Banbury

Premier late-night venue bringing Oxford's best nightlife experience to Banbury.

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Banbury Cross Inn

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Banbury Cross Inn

Friendly, unfussy pub serving real ales & ciders plus sports on TV, karaoke & live music.

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Barley Mow

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Barley Mow

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

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Beekeepers

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Beekeepers

Beekeepers brings vibrant cocktails and buzzing energy to Market Square.

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Birdcage Inn Thame

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Birdcage Inn Thame

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

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Bure Farm

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Bure Farm

Pub serving real ales and food, including rotisserie chicken menu, with garden and covered seating.

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Catherine Wheel

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Catherine Wheel

Traditional riverside pub offering real ales and hearty fare

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Dodo Pub Co.

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Dodo Pub Co.

Dodo Pub Co.: Oxford's vibrant destination for quality drinks and great vibes.

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Duke of Monmouth

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Duke of Monmouth

British pub offering Sunday roasts and sports on TV in casual digs with a pool table and garden.

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Flight Club Oxford

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Flight Club Oxford

Flight Club Oxford: Darts, cocktails, and rooftop vibes in the heart of Oxford.

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George Street Social

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George Street Social

All-day venue for eating, drinking and hanging out with a comfort food menu, events and board games.

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J's Sports Bar

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J's Sports Bar

J's Sports Bar - Your Premier Destination for Live Sports and Great Drinks

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Jude The Obscure

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Jude The Obscure

All-day comfort food and real ales, plus TV sports in traditional, red-brick pub branch with garden.

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King's Arms, Oxford

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King's Arms, Oxford

Classic, ever-popular university hangout serving hearty British pub food and multiple cask ales.

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Loose Cannon Brewing Co Ltd

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Loose Cannon Brewing Co Ltd

Loose Cannon Brewing Co serves craft beers in Abingdon.

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McCafferty's Irish Bar, Bicester

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McCafferty's Irish Bar, Bicester

Authentic Irish pub offering great craic, drinks, and traditional atmosphere.

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O'neill's Oxford

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O'neill's Oxford

Relaxed chain pub with big-screen sport, live music and Irish-influenced food and drink menus.

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OXTWO

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OXTWO

Stylish Summertown bar offering craft cocktails, fine wines and vibrant social atmosphere.

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Old Nags Head

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Old Nags Head

Traditional English pub serving real ales and hearty fare.

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Olivier at The Chequers

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Olivier at The Chequers

Olivier at The Chequers brings French flair to traditional English pub charm.

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Part & Parcel

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Part & Parcel

Part & Parcel is your go-to local bar for craft drinks and great vibes.

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Plough Inn

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Plough Inn

Cask ales, house lagers & hearty British eats served in a light-filled tavern with big windows.

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Red Lion Oxford

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Red Lion Oxford

Contemporary pub and restaurant with a British/Mediterranean menu and a lively enclosed beer garden.

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Rose & Crown PH

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Rose & Crown PH

Traditional university watering hole with a menu of pub snacks and a covered patio out back.

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Six Bells

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Six Bells

Classic neighbourhood pub with real ale and hearty fare.

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Studio Se7en

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Studio Se7en

Studio Se7en: Oxford's vibrant bar destination for unforgettable nights out.

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Thame Barbers

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Thame Barbers

Classic barbershop charm meets vibrant social atmosphere in Thame's heart.

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The Abingdon Arms

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The Abingdon Arms

Countryside views spread from this cosy pub with a wood-beamed interior serving fresh homemade fare.

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The Angel

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The Angel

Classic pub charm on Sheep Street, serving quality drinks and good company.

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The Angel Inn

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The Angel Inn

Historic pub serving quality ales and classic comfort food in Witney's heart.

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The Barn

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The Barn

Relaxed country barn bar with great drinks and authentic countryside vibes.

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The Bear & Ragged Staff

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The Bear & Ragged Staff

High-end rooms in a refined stone gastropub with a 16th-century wing, free breakfast & a deck.

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The Bear Bicester

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The Bear Bicester

Classic pub charm on Bicester's Market Square, perfectly positioned for locals and visitors.

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The Bear Inn, Oxford

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The Bear Inn, Oxford

Traditional low-ceilinged pub known for its creaky floorboards and large collection of cut-off ties.

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The Bear of North Moreton

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The Bear of North Moreton

Convivial boozer with low, beamed ceiling, fireplaces, hearty food and locally brewed real ales.

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The Big Society

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The Big Society

Hip bar with urban decor offering US-style fast food, Ping-Pong and foosball tables and weekend DJs.

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The Black Bull

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The Black Bull

Classic English pub with real ales and warm hospitality.

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The Black Swan

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The Black Swan

Classic Oxford pub with real ale and timeless charm on Crown Street.

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The Bull Inn

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The Bull Inn

Classic country pub offering hearty food and warm hospitality near Bicester.

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The Butcher's Arms

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The Butcher's Arms

A traditional real ale pub with a log fire and outdoor seating, serving simple British cuisine.

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The Butchers Arms Fringford

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The Butchers Arms Fringford

Traditional country pub serving locals and visitors in charming Fringford village.

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The Cape Of Good Hope

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The Cape Of Good Hope

British/European community gastropub with funky fabrics and light fittings, music and pub quizzes.

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The Chatsworth

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The Chatsworth

The Chatsworth brings great drinks and good vibes to Banbury.

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The Chequers

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The Chequers

Traditional pub with a British menu, set in 16th-century building once used to display rare animals.

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The City Arms

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The City Arms

Sports-centric pub with deals for card-carrying students, a garden and menu of burgers and hot dogs.

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The Coach and Horses

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The Coach and Horses

Traditional village pub offering classic ales and warm hospitality

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The Coach and Horses Banbury

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The Coach and Horses Banbury

Classic English pub offering ales, food, and traditional charm.

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The Cross Keys

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The Cross Keys

Traditional English pub offering real ales and hearty fare

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The Crown

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The Crown

Real ale pub with a British menu, which once reputedly served as Shakespeare's local haunt.

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