Your new
favourite local.
FOOD
Whether you’re after a long, lazy lunch, a proper Sunday roast, or something seasonal and comforting, our menus are all about flavour, freshness, and local ingredients.
DRINK
From classic cocktails and crisp wines to real ales and local spirits, our bar is stocked for every occasion – whether it's a quick pint or the start of something longer.
PUB ROOMS
Whether you’re staying over after dinner, exploring the Cotswolds, or just fancy a weekend escape, our rooms are designed with comfort (and lie-ins) in mind.
Stay Longer & Save
Exclusive Rooms Offer
Calling all Downton Abbey fans! Step straight into the story with a stay in the real-life village of Bampton, the backdrop to many beloved scenes, including the iconic St Mary’s Church.
Book directly with us and enjoy 25% off when you stay three nights or more, with a delicious breakfast each morning. Enhance your escape with 20% off Blenheim Palace day tickets (booked through us), and visit Cogges Manor Farm, just minutes away both unforgettable Downton filming locations.
Advance payment required. Non-refundable rate. Subject to availability.
Opening Times.
Monday-Saturday
Breakfast: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Lunch: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Drinks: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sundays
Breakfast: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Sunday Lunch: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Drinks: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Dogs and children are very welcome!
Please let us know in advance if you are bringing your dog, not all tables are suitable.
Explore Bampton & Beyond
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Blenheim Palace
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Downton Abbey Filming Locations
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Cogges Manor Farm
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West Ox Art Gallery
The Market Tavern is a modern country pub with rooms, rooted in community, great food, and proper hospitality.
Seasonal menus made with local produce
A welcoming bar with real ales, fine wines & craft spirits
Cosy rooms for weekend & weekday stays and countryside stopovers
Events and community gatherings
The kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer
We can’t wait to welcome you in. Whether you're here for a quick pint, a celebratory dinner, or a weekend escape, this will be your place to eat, drink, stay and feel at home.
Contact us.
The Market Tavern
Bridge Street
Bampton
OX18 2HA
hello@themarkettavernbampton.com
(Previously the Fleur De Lys)
Whether you’ve got a question, want to book a table, plan a stay, or just fancy a chat, we’d love to hear from you.
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