Turf Tavern

The Turf tavern is a must visit little pub tucked away in the back streets of Oxfords city centre. The pub is situated at 7 bath place and is a real piccle to find. But once you do find it by asking a local pedestrian it is simply one of the best pubs in the world. You walk in and have to bend over as you walk through the door due to the really low ceilings. You are then greeted by some very freindly bar staff who offer excellent serivce. The pub has alot of history over the years and it was reported that Clinton downed a yard of ale in the back garden of the pub. It really has so much atmosphere as well, due to the low ceilings and the beer garden around the ...  Read the complete review

Most people in Oxford know the Turf. It's a sort of landmark, and a very popular choice with both students and tourists. It's almost always full to bursting over weekends, and when Finals finish it's too full to move. The first time I went there, they'd run out of almost everything, and that was the first day of term. it didn't stop me going back though, and how glad I am about that! It's my very favourite haunt now, and I'd move in, if I could! It serves a range of all the usual drinks - Stella, Mixers, shots etc. But its amazing feature is its Guest Ales. There are 11 of these everyday. They chance every 2 days, so there's ...  Read the complete review

The Turf Tavern is a delightful pub in the in the centre of Oxford. It is around here that Bill famously did not inhale. Location The pub is located down an alleyway, which joins Holywell Street and New College Lane. 18th century cottages and the Old City Wall, 13th century, surround it. On the other side of the city wall is New College and across Holywell Street is Wadham College. It is ideally situated for anyone who has just visited the colleges in the centre and landmarks such as the Radcliffe Camera. Surroundings The layout of the Turf is rather archaic and I think this adds to its character. The ceilings inside are quite low. ...  Read the complete review