Bars & Pubs

Aragon House is far more discreet than the better-known White Horse (see p128) on the opposite side of the Green. Only a small brass plaque indicates anything unusual might lurk behind the plain black front door of what looks like just another dark-brick posh period house. Step inside, though, and you enter a bohemian toff's rustic country retreat. Above a rose-coloured stone floor, pastel yellow walls are adorned with ornate mirrors, large oils and bits of dead deer. Chandeliers cast gentle light over slouchable chesterfields and sturdy chairs clustered around odd-shaped old tables. Interesting beers like Hogsback TEA and Deuchars IPA complement a short but well-chosen wine list and classic cocktails for around the £7 mark. A treasure.

Time Out Bars, Pubs & Clubs Guide 2008/9