Cheshire’s countryside is brimming with character-filled pubs that pair scenery with great food and drink. Here’s Bookachef’s curated list of standout venues, and what to order when you get there!

The Swan, Tarporley

Nestled in the heart of Tarporley, The Swan is a 16th-century inn renowned for its warm hospitality and seasonal British fare. Bookachef recommends trying their hearty and traditional, three-course British seasonal special, in the relaxed dining area or snug.

The Roebuck Inn, Mobberley

Set near the charming village of Mobberley, fabled for its historic timbered architecture and St Wilfrid’s Church, the Roebuck Inn offers exceptional food in stunning surroundings. Order their signature lamb or cod loin, dished that pair beautifully with a warming winter ale.

The Bulls Head, Mobberley

This relaxed, award-winning pub is famed for its fresh, local sourced dishes, think hearty pies, steaks and the house “Mobberley Wobbly Ale”. Bookachef’s pick? The steak and ale pie, ideally paired with a tall pour of Wobbly Ale. 

The Churchill Tree, Alderley Park

Inside the historic grounds of Alderley Park lies The Churchill Tree, a quintessentially British country pub, offering classic dishes in a cosy, heritage-rich ambiance. Try the Sunday roast, an ideal choice to enjoy beneath the wooden beams.

The Fishpool Inn, Delamere

Perched at the edge of Delamere Forest, this award-winning gastropub fuses traditional British comfort with European nuance, using seasonal, local sourced ingredients. Bookachef recommends the homemade, hearty pie baked in flaky puff pastry, a signature highlight on their menu.

Bookachef proudly champions the country’s thriving pub scene because great food deserves to be celebrated and shared.