Qype: The Turf Tavern in Oxford

Oxford - Eating & Drinking - Pubs & Bars - Pubs


How the hell have i never reviewed the Turf Tavern!? This is an absolutely awesome pub and you're knee deep in history if you're sipping on a locally sourced ale at the bar here. Everyone below has said how great it is, so here are a few quick fire facts about the Turf:

- It's foundations date from the 13th Century and the bar is 400 years old.

- It used to be called the Spotted Cow but the name changed in 1842.

- The Turf used to be an ilegal gambling den, so they setup just outisde the city walls to avoid prosecution.

- Former Australian Prime Minister set a Guinness World Record for consuming a yard of ale in 11 seconds in this pub.

- And of course, this is where Bill Clinton famously "did not inhale" back in the 70's

- FACT: This is an awesome pub.

Check out my review of The Turf Tavern - I am ahunter - on Qype