You will find The Eagle and Child in Oxford within a short stroll of Cornmarket Street, Oxford University and St Johns College - however you won't find another like it.
Step in to discover a traditional pub of unique character, revered for its eclectic range of real ales and its quality pub food, which are served, as they should be, with a generous measure of famous British hospitality.
The Eagle and Child lays claim to a number of interesting literary connections. J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and fellow writers met here and dubbed themselves 'The Inklings'. They nicknamed the pub 'The Bird and Baby'. A public house since 1650, our hostelry takes its name from the crest of the Earls of Derby. During the Civil War, our building was used as the playhouse for Royalist soldiers.
The Eagle and Child is one of many rare gems in theNicholson's collection of great British pubs, reputed for their distinctive buildings, intriguing history and vibrant atmosphere.
49 St. Giles, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3LU
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01865 302 925
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http://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/southeast/theeagleandchildoxford
Facilities include: Real Ale, WiFi (free), Bar Snacks, Restaurant, Traditional Sunday Roast, Board Games, Traditional, Beer festivals, Lunch, Dinner, Beer, Wine, Cider, Spirits, Family Friendly ,
Mon - Sun: 12:00 - 23:00
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