The Victoria Arms

The Victoria Arms is one of Oxford’s standout riverside pub stops. On the banks of the River Cherwell in Old Marston, this 17th-century former ferryman’s cottage pairs traditional pub charm with a heated terrace and large beer gardens overlooking the water.

The setting makes it particularly rewarding for dog owners, especially after a riverside walk or a day spent around the city’s green edges. With dogs welcomed indoors and outside, it is built for exactly the kind of outing where everyone wants to settle in properly once the walk is done. Scenic, historic and beautifully placed, it makes the stop itself feel like part of the adventure.