In the gentile honey-stoned surroundings of the Cotswolds, this impressive three Rosette pub and hotel has earned a notable reputation for its quality food as much as its elegant countrified ambience. The Kingham Plough offers beautifully renovated and welcoming communal areas including adjoining dining rooms, a private room and a traditional bar furnished with country antique pieces, upholstered in stylish prints, unique vintage finds from the local areas and on the walls, original photographs, sketches and prints by renowned 20th-century artists.
Where is The Kingham Plough located?
The Kingham Plow is situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Kingham in Evenlode Valley in the Cotswolds Area of Exceptional Natural Beauty, close to Chipping Norton in the west of Oxfordshire.
What cuisine is on offer at The Kingham Plough?
Head Chef, Ashley Farrand, sources the very best, fresh, seasonal produce from local producers including game from local estates and fresh daily fish deliveries from the south coast, to create generous and flavourful modern British dishes, alongside pub classics, on the regularly-changing à la carte menus offering elevated and innovative dishes, such as Local Hare Ragu, Pappardelle, Parmesan, Pangritatta, Pickled Shallots or Ash's take on the classic Bouillabaisse with Woodfried Tiger Prawn, Safron & Garlic Rouille and Toasted Sourdough. Ash's skill and innovation is evident across all the Plough's menus. Everything served at The Plough is homemade, except the bread, which is delivered daily from Otis & Belle in Stow-on-the-Wold. The menu also features an impressive catalogue of local cheeses and homemade ice creams.
In the kitchen, cuts of fish and meat are cooked on a wood-fired grill and oven. Everything is made in-house, aside from the sourdough, which is made by Otis & Bell, in Stow-on-the-Wold. Vegetarian dishes form part of the à la carte menu. Gluten-free and vegan menu options are always available, and there's also a tempting all-day bar snacks and children's menu too
What is the signature dish at The Kingham Plough?
Due to the focus on seaonality and what's best on the day, there is no signature dish on the regularly changing à la carte menus, but the Plough''s Sunday roasts are exceptionally good.
What makes a meal at The Kingham Plough unique?
The Kingham Plough was made famous by Chef Patron and Great British Menu winner, Emily Watkins, and Matt & Katie Beamish continue her legacy of championing the very best fresh, local, seasonal ingredients.
The Knigham Plough offers a drinking and dining space with open fire in the Bar area with two further dining spaces with a more formal feel on a separate level accessed by a few stairs. Expect original features and contemporary comforts decorated with country antiques, stylish upholstery, quirky vintage finds and original photographs, sketches and prints, some by renowned 20th century artists (all for sale), throughout The Plough. There are lots of cosy nooks to kick back and relax with drinks by the open fire before a meal, or head out to drink and dine on its sun-drenched terrace or landscaped garden.
Other Information
Behind the oak-panelled bar, a list of expertly crafted seasonal cocktails, a well-kept selection of craft ales and traditional local beers by Hook Norton Brewery with regularly changing guest ales. On the carefully curated wine list, a selection of 16 wines by the glass and 61 by the bottle. The Plough’s gin collection includes its house pour, WoodBros Gin, distilled in Oxford by brothers Ed and Charlie.
