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 - The Fox at Barrington, Burford, Gloucestershire

The Fox at Barrington

4.5
4.5
408 Reviews
£25 and under
Pub

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
The Fox is a traditional 17th century Cotswold inn, next to the River Windrush, offering accommodation and delicious homemade seasonal dishes. The pub was taken over in early 2022 by the team behind The Angel at Burford who look forward to welcoming you.

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What 408 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for brunch

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Fox at Barrington offers a charming riverside setting with "fabulous food," "excellent staff," and a "picturesque" ambiance. While some find the menu limited for dietary needs, others praise its quality and variety. The "atmosphere is great," making it a delightful spot for special occasions. Reservations recommended.

408 Reviews
  1. Tony

    Devon3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Hidden away great pub, must go back to sit by the river in the summer.

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  2. King Cheryl VIP

    London22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely staff who were kind, considerate and friendly. I took my 93 year old father out to lunch and they were great with him. Food was fabulous. I had steak & my 93 year old father had trout. Both delicious. It is an old pub with lovely character. Very nicely kept & clearly under good management. Fabulous too to have a fire burning on a chilly March day👌

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  3. Dave

    Oxford1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’d stayed at the Fox and eaten in the pub on a previous occasion. We were really impressed by the accommodation, the friendliness of the staff and the food and I wrote a five star review. So it was a natural choice when we met with family for a special occasion lunch last week, even though it meant a two hour drive for us. Imagine then my disappointment when my lunch was placed in front of me. I small slice of … Trout? Grandly described as fresh river trout, it looked no different from the slice of trout I get in a plastic pack from the supermarket, two for £6. Over-cooked, dry and completely without flavour, served in a thin, insipid sauce and accompanied by two boiled potatoes, one of which was undercooked. That’s it. £21. Not the worst meal I’ve ever eaten but in the running for the title. All part of the silly trend for empty plate, minimalist food. I would have sent it straight back but didn’t want to spoil the occasion. Too many chefs depend on customers in that position not complaining, I’m afraid. I’m embarrassed that I’d previously recommended the Fox to so many people.

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  4. Richard

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant Friday evening, great way to start the weekend with superb pie, chips and veg followed by chocolate sundae

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  5. MartinaK

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday Lunch, outstanding food and great service

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  6. Timothy

    Oxford1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food well prepared and presented. Great ambience in this country Inn. Lovely to see the snow-drops on the banks nearby Service was good and attentive. 12.5% discretionary service charge thought to be a bit steep. We had a good time though and enjoyed the experience.

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  7. Nina

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely pub, gorgeous food and great service! Thank you for a fab evening.

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  8. Annabel

    South Wales4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good. We ate in the bar and it was cold. There was a fire on at the other end of the room which the local drinkers were all standing in front of. Eaters were sat at the other end of the room. We moved tables so we weren't sat in the window as did another couple. None of us took our coats off.

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  9. Lesley VIP

    Gloucestershire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little pub with delicious food. Would recommend.

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  10. Paul

    Yorkshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely pub, good food, friendly staff. Ambience would be better on a busier night.

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The Fox at Barrington is rated 4.5 stars by 408 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for The Fox at Barrington

Great Barrington, Burford, Gloucestershire OX18 4TB

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    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub, British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 8:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
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