The Butcher's Arms

The Butcher’s Arms is a tucked-away Headington pub that rewards anyone willing to drift off the main road. Recently refurbished and described by its own site as one of Oxfordshire’s hidden gems, it is known for a fine range of real ales and a warm, friendly welcome.

For dog owners, it makes an easy neighbourhood stop after a local wander, with the sort of relaxed pub feel that suits a slower outing rather than a rushed pint-and-go. It is the kind of place that feels pleasantly local in all the right ways.