Pub of the Week: The Chequers, Doddington

The Chequers Inn is an historic pub that has been an integral part of Doddington village life for centuries. It is rich in history, retaining many period features such as oak timbers, mullion windows and a cosy inglenook fireplace.

Inside, the pub has been recently refurbished and now includes a snug bar, separate restaurant area, and games room, in addition to the main bar area. There is also a large garden for when the weather is fair.

The pub is popular with walkers and ramblers, and there are a variety of circular walks that can be taken to incorporate a well-deserved lunch at The Chequers – including the Syndale Valley Walk, which takes in the picturesque scenery of the Syndale Valley.  Dogs are welcome in the snug.

The pub is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, and somewhere that you can be sure of an excellent pint, and some good home-cooked food.  Ingredients are fresh, seasonal and locally produced wherever possible, with all meats coming from the local award-winning butchers.

Their Sunday Roast is particularly popular, served from 12pm – 6pm (or until it runs out!) and they also have a good range of pub classics, lighter bites and daily changing specials. Wednesday is Mexican night, with a meal and a drink for £10. Bookings are now being taken for Christmas – with three courses for £18.99.

On the bar you can find a range of three quality cask ales, including a 
seasonal, plus a choice of lagers, wines and all the usual soft drinks, tea and coffees.As well as its reputation for a great beer and lunch, The Chequers is also known for its two resident ghosts, one being a Cavalier from the English Civil War, who has reportedly been seen on the premises wearing a plumed hat, and another the deceased wife of a past landlord, who can be heard playing the piano!