Harrington, in Northamptonshire, is a quintessentially English village – with thatched roof cottages and a small community feel, it’s the perfect place for a trip to the pub.
The Tollemache Arms has been named Great British Pub of the Year after Flo Pearce and Joe Buckley took over the pub nine years ago, along with co-owner Mr Buckley.
A proud winner of the national pub award, the pub is known for its use of homegrown suppliers and its beautiful quaint look.
At the pub, a pint of Pravha is £5.10 and for a pint of Guiness its £6. For a meal, a buger costs £17.50, fish and chips costs £17.
It was previously bought by a local vicar who took the pub over to stop parishioners drinking.
Judges were particularly impressed by the annual music event they host in the beer garden.
One guest on Tripadvisor said: “I cannot rate this lovely place highly enough. Our experience was amazing from start to finish. The welcome we got was the best I have probably ever had in a small pub and the food was sublime.”
Harrington is located half an hour away from Northampton city centre and can be easily reached by car. If you’re looking to explore the area while visiting the pub, there are a range of things to see and do in the village.
Running through the village, you’ll see the River Ise – walking along here is a great way to take in the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Harrington dates back to the 11th century and if you want to learn about its history you should visit. A popular destination for tourists, St Peter and St Paul church is the centrepiece of the village, dating back to the 13th century, it towers above Harrington’s streets.
For those who love nature, the village is the ideal place to get out into the countryside and is perfect for those who want to take a long walk or cycle.
Looking to take a relaxing break away from the business of everyday life? Harrington offers just that and is a great place to explore the surrounding area on a weekend.