Pubs and Inns of England and Wales – Alastair Sawday’s Special Places to Stay

An original mix, from inspired gastro pubs to well-loved boozers: flagged floors and real ales; bags of style and memorable wines. Each pub has a colour photograph or two, a subjective write-up and every pub in the book has been inspected. We also mention pubs with good food that is local, organic, unpretentious (mostly!) and delicious. For the second year running, there are awards for the best pub with rooms, the best pub for locally sourced / organic food and drink, the best community / village pub and the best authentic pub (for those unspoilt, timeless gems)

650 special pubs and inns throughout England and Wales have been chosen for full write-ups and another 250 have brief round-ups. Well-researched, fresh and lively write-ups paint an accurate picture. You need never be stuck in a grim, swirly-carpeted, juke box-rattled corner again. Places with recommended bedrooms are also highlighted. On top of that, clear symbols and indices show, where children and pets are welcome, where there?s a wide choice of beers, wines, locally-sourced food, good gardens, great walks or an open fire.

The one-way ticket to finding a brilliant pub or bar. Keeping it in your car will ensure you find the best food and drinks around.
Cambridge Style Magazine

"You’ll be spoilt for choice with the latest edition of Alastair Sawday’s Pubs guide"
Daily Express

"Worth getting if like me you are a fan of the better class of pub."
Suffolk & Norfolk Life

An opinionated and elegant pub guide for those who like their pubs to have character (and real ale) in barrels.
The Bookseller

"Sorts out the barnstorming boozers from the woeful watering holes of England and Wales.
Food & Travel Magazine