The Cricketers Inn in Winchester, England

The Cricketers Inn occupies a historic building in the village of Easton, 4.2 km from Winchester Castle and Great Hall. The inn retains original pub decor and a traditional bar with darts, billiards, and live sport events. Guests can walk directly from the door to trails in the South Downs National Park, with the Itchen Way passing nearby.

The inn has family rooms, twin rooms, and king rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests report very comfortable beds and quiet rooms above the bar, with housekeeping provided daily. A private check-in/check-out and luggage storage service supports guests arriving by bike or on foot.

The restaurant serves traditional British cuisine with a menu that includes hand-stretched homemade pizzas, Sunday roasts, and a cheeseburger with chips. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free meals are available, and the bar offers local ales, cider, and champagne. Breakfast is cooked to order by the host, using locally sourced sausages and eggs.

The inn is dog-friendly, with pet bowls supplied and dogs allowed in the bar and garden. The terrace and picnic area face the village green, and there are direct walking routes to the Itchen Way from the door. Guests can board a bike or store luggage while exploring the surrounding countryside.

Winchester Cathedral is 7 km from the inn, and Southampton Airport is 19 km away. The village of Easton has no shops, but the inn offers free parking, WiFi, and a shared lounge with TV. The Avington Park and Winchester Science Centre are both within a 10-minute drive, and the M3 motorway connects to London in about 90 minutes.

Dining: Homemade pizzas and roasts cooked by a resident chef

Location: Village base on the Itchen Way, 4.2 km from Winchester Castle

Rooms: Family, twin, and king rooms with en-suite bathrooms

Outdoors: Direct trails into the South Downs National Park

Pets: Dogs allowed with pet bowls and outdoor seating