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A short drive from Oxford in the charming village of Berrick Salome, The Chequers Inn embodies the enduring appeal of the great British countryside pub: historic, welcoming and deeply rooted in its local community...

We have two destinations for the evening, which will see us dine at The Chequers, Berrick Salome, a newly renovated and reopened country pub in the local Copper Pot Pubs group...

We are joined by head chef Danny Thomas, after a stunning meal celebrating the local area and its legacy. Having trained under Gordan Ramsey at Michelin-starred restaurant Maze Grill in Mayfair...

The new gastropubs to know and a Michelin-starred collab.
Your Jan needn’t be dry or dull; there’s plenty cooking in the Oxfordshire food scene this month. Mark your diaries for new openings and an unmissable Michelin meal.

The Chequers at Berrick Salome has reopened with a renewed focus on food, led by head chef Danny Thomas, who trained under Gordon Ramsay. The recently refurbished pub combines refreshed interiors with modern British cooking built around seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

Following a recent refurbishment, The Chequers at Berrick Salome has reopened under new management, offering a refreshed take on a traditional village pub. The update introduces relaxed dining spaces, a welcoming atmosphere and a renewed focus on seasonal British food and drink.