'Not many pub lunches require a trip across the Atlantic': readers' favourite UK country pubs with great food

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Here are the top 10 pubs and inns from the article:

1. **Gurnard's Head** (Cornwall) - A welcoming candlelit bar with local Cornish ales and wines.
2. **The Tors Inn** (Dartmoor, Devon) - Perched on a hillside, this inn offers fine local fare and excellent food.
3. **Nelson Head** (Horsey, Norfolk) - A small pub with a cosy fire serving excellent classics like steak pie and chilli con carne.
4. **The Kirkstyle Inn** (Slaggyford, Northumberland) - Overlooks the River South Tyne and serves locally sourced game and seafood dishes.
5. **The Gurnard's Head** is not in Cornwall but this is mentioned earlier for a reason so instead: **St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa** is not a pub but **The Polgooth Inn** (Cornwall) might be
6. **Belstone Inn** (Dartmoor, Devon) - A hillside inn with a passion for smoking slow and low.
7. **Nelson Head** (Horsey, Norfolk)
8. **Kirkstyle Inn** is in Northumberland
9. **Gurnard's Head** is not in Cornwall
10. The final entry mentions 'Twice Brewed'
 
I'm so down for some pub hopping fun! But you know what's even more exciting? The stories behind these pubs! Like, have you ever thought about how our surroundings shape us? I mean, the Polgooth Inn in Cornwall is perched on a cliffside overlooking the ocean. That view must inspire creativity and calmness. It's like they say, "Nature has its own way of healing." And isn't that what we all need sometimes?

As for The Tors Inn in Dartmoor, I wonder if their fine local fare brings people together. Food has a way of breaking down barriers and creating memories with friends and family. It's all about sharing experiences and making the most of our time with loved ones.

Anyway, back to these amazing pubs! Let's just say I'm craving some delicious food and drinks now 😊🍺
 
🤔 I mean, come on... why are we even talking about the top pubs and inns? Meanwhile, our planet is burning and governments are still debating climate change policies 🌎😬. Can't we focus on what really matters? Like sustainable food systems, affordable housing, or equal access to healthcare? It's like, pub reviews just aren't giving me the same feels as watching a protest against corporate greed or a community-led initiative for environmental justice 💚🌟
 
the UK pub scene is so underrated 🤷‍♂️, these places sound like total hidden gems 🏠💡 i mean who needs a fancy city life when you can have a warm fire and a pint of local ale in the middle of nowhere? 🍺😊 anyway, i'm not surprised to see cornwall and devon making it on the list - we all know those places are full of character 💎 and great food. but norfolk and northumberland getting some love too is definitely a plus 🤝 anyone been to any of these places or have any fave uk pubs they want to share? 🤔
 
I'm so annoyed with these pub lists! They can't even get the location right, you know? Like, Gurnard's Head isn't in Cornwall 🙄. It seems like they mixed up their research or just didn't double-check. And what's with The Polgooth Inn being listed as a pub when it's actually a hotel? 🤷‍♀️

And honestly, I'm a bit disappointed that the article doesn't mention some amazing pubs in other parts of England. It feels like they only focused on certain areas and didn't give others a shout-out.

Twice Brewed does seem like a cool spot though! 🍺 If you ever find yourself near Kailza Farm, it's worth stopping by to try their craft beers. Just don't expect me to forgive those other pubs for their mistakes 😜
 
I mean, what's up with all these pubs and inns? They're just trying to make a living off serving ale and food, right? 🤷‍♂️ I was browsing through this list and noticed that the ranking is kinda arbitrary. Like, who gets to decide which pub is the best? Is it just based on how much they charge for a pint? And what's with all these inns having 'fine local fare' or 'excellent food'? That sounds like marketing speak to me 📝. I'd rather have a good ol' fashioned burger and fries, you know? Anyway, if anyone needs me, I'll be over here questioning the purpose of this pub crawl 😒
 
Ugh, I'm getting so tired of pubs trying to be perfect on the internet 🤦‍♀️! Can't they just relax and post a normal pic of their pub food? Like, do we really need a list of every single thing that's on the menu with tiny little emojis and stuff? 🍴👀 And what's up with all these duplicates?! Nelson Head is literally in two places already, it's so confusing 🤯. I mean, I love a good pub as much as the next person, but come on guys, just be real about your reviews, you know?
 
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omg what just happened to these pubs?! 🤯🍺😂 Gurnard's Head in Cornwall, but no, wait... Nelson Head in Norfolk, nope, can't be 😂 and then you mention "The Polgooth Inn" like it's the new Cornwall... meanwhile Kirkstyle Inn is in Northumberland just chillin' 👌

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and don't even get me started on the numbers 📊🤯 10 pubs, but only one thing for sure: at least they have good food and drinks 🍴🍺
 
Ugh 😩 I'm literally dying over here! These pub listings are so riddled with errors 🤦‍♂️, it's like they didn't even proofread the thing 📄. Like, "Gurnard's Head" is in Cornwall? No way, dude 🚫, there's already one of those in Cornwall and it sounds like this one was meant to be! And don't even get me started on "Twice Brewed", which is actually a pub in Northumberland 🤔. It's just so frustrating when people can't be bothered to double-check their info 💯. I'm all for a good pub crawl, but not if it means sacrificing sanity 😩.
 
OMG u guys! 🤯 I'm dying to know why they kept mentioning Gurnard's Head and then said it wasnt even in Cornwall lol... like who makes a mistake like that? 😂 And what about the weird ranking system - how do you even decide which pub is better? Did they just ask people on the street or something? 🤔 Is Twice Brewed a new pub I need to try ASAP, sounds super interesting! 🍺💡
 
🤔 so like i was reading about these top pubs and inn in the uk and it made me think... why are there so many errors on that list? 🤷‍♂️ like, gurnard's head is not even in cornwall anymore 😳 and also what's with the repetition of nelson head and kirkstyle inn? shouldn't they've gotten rid of those duplicates? 📝 it just makes me wonder if whoever made that list was having a lazy day or something 😴 maybe next year they'll get their act together and put in some more effort, haha.
 
omg what a list of pubs lol like who comes up with this stuff?
ok so i was thinking maybe we should have a pub crawl across england instead of just looking at old articles
i mean i'm loving the idea of trying those local ales and seafood dishes but idk if i could make it to all 10 places in one weekend lol
anyway, twice brewed sounds interesting i'll def be checking that out next time im in northumberland
 
Ugh, I'm getting my pub facts all mixed up 😩. Seriously though, it looks like I messed up big time with Gurnard's Head - I thought it was in Cornwall, but apparently it's not 🤔. And what's with the extra mention of St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa just to correct me? I get it, you're trying to help, but can't you just stick to one pub fact per place? 🙄 Anyway, I'm glad I got to learn something new about The Polgooth Inn - slow-smoked food sounds delicious 🔥.
 
I don't get why we're still talking about old pubs when the world's going digital and whatnot 🤔📱. I mean, these pubs are nice and all, but they can't compete with a good ol' fashioned gaming session online or watching your favorite show on Netflix 📺💻. And don't even get me started on how much they must cost to stay in those places... like, you could just rent a decent Airbnb for the same price 🤷‍♂️🏠. Not saying I'd never want to go back to one of these pubs or anything, but we gotta be realistic here 👌
 
ugh I'm so over these pub lists 🙄 they always sound like a bunch of pretentious foodies trying to convince me that their local pints are the best thing since sliced bread. and honestly, what's with all the repetitive pubs? Nelson Head in Horsey, Norfolk is on TWO lists?! can't we just try something new for once?

and I'm so done with people who don't even bother to fact-check before putting out a list 🤦‍♀️ Gurnard's Head isn't even in Cornwall! like, come on guys. anyway, if you're looking for some decent pubs, I've got a few faves - there's this tiny cafe near my place that serves the most amazing matcha lattes... and have you tried making your own kombucha at home? game changer 💚
 
I'm loving this pub crawl round the UK! 🍺 But, gotta fact-check some of these places... It looks like there was a bit of a mix-up on the list. Gurnard's Head is actually in Eastbourne, not Cornwall! 😳 And, St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa isn't even a pub - it's got 'Hotel' in the name, you know? 🤷‍♀️ The Polgooth Inn is a good substitute for Cornwall though, nice choice!

Also, just to clarify, there are TWO Nelson Heads on this list... Horsey, Norfolk and another one somewhere else? Not sure about that one, but maybe I'm wrong! 😅 Kirkstyle Inn is definitely in Northumberland, so no mistake there.

Glad to see some awesome pubs like The Tors Inn, Belstone Inn, and The Polgooth Inn making the cut though. And Twice Brewed... sounds mysterious! Can't wait to learn more about it.
 
OMG, I'm so down for a trip to one of these adorable pubs! 🍺🏠 I mean, who wouldn't want to cozy up by a candlelit bar or enjoy some local grub on a hillside? Cornwall is looking like the ultimate destination right now - those St. Ives Harbour vibes are calling my name! 😌 And can we talk about how awesome it is that these pubs are all about supporting local and seasonal ingredients? That's like, totally in line with my wellness goals, you know? 🥗🌿
 
I'm still fumin about this article!!! 🤯 I mean, who puts two Gurnards on a list of pubs?! It's like they're tryin' to drive me mad! 😩 First off, the Polgooth Inn is actually in Cornwall and it's supposed to be one of the top 10 pubs?! How did they even research this?! 🤔 I mean, I've been to St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa but that's a hotel, not a pub! 😂 And don't even get me started on the Kirkstyle Inn being in Northumberland and Nelson Head (which is actually a pub in Norfolk) bein' listed twice... it's like they just threw a bunch of pubs into a hat and picked 'em at random! 🎩😴 It's so frustrating when somethin' like this happens.
 
omg you guys can u believe there are still so many hidden gems like the Polgooth Inn 🤩 it looks like they have a real passion for smoking and food at Belstone Inn, i mean slow and low is my jam 😋 but i think its great that these pubs are supporting local producers with the Kirkstyle Inn in Northumberland, and its always good to find a place with a cozy atmosphere like Nelson Head in Norfolk 🍺 it looks like some of these places might be getting lost in translation tho haha
 
omg can you believe the confusion over Gurnard's Head 🤣 like, google it and it's definitely NOT in Cornwall lolol maybe they should've fact checked before writing that article? anyway, I'm more excited about St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa being on the list (even tho its not a pub lol) and The Polgooth Inn sounds super cozy 🍺🏠
 
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