Harden's survey result
Summary
“In an idyllic setting in the village of Binsey, very close to Oxford but along a rural lane, and with a lovely setting by the Thames” surrounded by Port Meadow, this cosy and popular pub “offers indoor dining by the fire in the winter, plus a spacious and airy conservatory with views of the garden; and tables on the terrace outside, or pub benches on the grass, with an outdoor bar”. It serves “a good variety of dishes at reasonable prices, plus daily specials”.
Summary
“Close to the centre of Oxford but a million miles away in atmosphere, at the end of the rural Binsey Lane”, this “delightful riverside gastropub” surrounded by Port Meadow is “a very special place”, complete “with elegant indoor dining and outdoor terrace, and also pub benches in the large garden with simpler food served from the ‘shed’”. “A lovely place for special celebrations and an excellent choice of dishes to suit all tastes.”
Summary
“What a find!” – an “idyllic” thatched pub with a dining conservatory of some pedigree (there’s been a boozer here for eight centuries), almost on the banks of the Isis, amidst beautifully bucolic Port Meadow. Former patrons C.S. Lewis and Inspector Morse would find the food “delicious” these days – and, owing to its location and extensive gardens, it's particularly in demand come summer (when most patrons opt for the casual, burger-only Shed Bar).
Summary
This famous thatched pub by Port Meadow, where the countryside encroaches into Oxford, is “lovely on a summer’s day for a meal outdoors” – and “highly recommended after a walk along the Thames if you’re staying in Oxford”. There has been a pub here for 800 years and the current building has hosted real and imaginary drinkers including Inspector Morse, C.S.Lewis and William Morris. Landlord Jon Ellse is from Oxford pub royalty – his father ran the Turf Tavern.
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Binsey Ln, Oxford, OX2 0NG
Restaurant details
The Perch Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Great location in Binsey close to the Thames. The perfect country pub for all seasons - thatched roof, low beamed, fire, cosy interior, extensive garden. The menu has everything that you would hope for from a country pub plus some extra surprise treats ( quails eggs, pork belly and apple mustard snacks)"
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £26.95 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Binsey Ln, Oxford, OX2 0NG
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑9 pm |
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