The Killingworth Castle
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"Finely tuned cooking in popular market town."
Overview
Dating from the 17th century, and with its proper pubby interior exuding earthy charm and period character, The Killingworth Castle still looks the country inn part. An ideal base for exploring the pretty village of Woodstock and the Cotswolds, its wood floors with rugs, chunky tables and rustic art soothe the senses, while the kitchen bangs the drum for local, seasonal and organic produce. Opening the show, a Cacklebean egg with Wye Valley white asparagus, pickled mushrooms and sweetcorn ‘hollandaise’ followed by stone bass alongside crushed Jersey Royals boosted with Cornish crab and samphire. To finish, baked lemon and rose geranium cream is offset by a zippy strawberry sorbet and meringue.
Ratings & awards
3 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
Features
- Facilities
- Seats: 70
- Private dining available
- On-site parking available
- Food and Drink
- Wines under £30: 20
Also at this location
Public House
The Killingworth Castle
- Bar menu
- Dog friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Garden
About the area
Located at the heart of England, Oxfordshire enjoys a rich heritage and varied scenery, with Oxford’s elegant streets a highlight for visitors. The landscape encompasses open chalk downland, picturesque rivers and attractive villages, while northwest of Oxfordshire is home to the sleepy backwaters of Abingdon, Wallingford, Wantage, Watlington and Witney that reveal how Oxfordshire’s old towns evolved over the centuries
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