What could be better than warming up next to a log fire in one of Northamptonshire’s many cosy village pubs?
They have a beautiful vintage vibe, they are typically nestled in the heart of the village community and they support other independent businesses by using fresh local produce.
After fighting to stay open during the coronavirus pandemic, our local pubs are now struggling in the cost of living crisis so it is just as important as ever to support them.
Using recommendations submitted to us by readers, we have put together a list of cosy village pubs to visit this winter - can you spot your favourite?
After fighting to stay open during the coronavirus pandemic, our local pubs are now struggling in the cost of living crisis so it is just as important as ever to support them.
![49 High St, Harrington, Northampton, NN6 9NU. It is rated four out of five stars on TripAdvisor. One reviewer said: "Our family of 10 went as a get together over the Christmas period. The pub looks lovely, the staff are friendly attentive with great service. The food was well priced with high quality. I really love this place which is set in a great area and village setting to explore."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjI0NWUxYWQ4LWJjMzItNDQwMC05M2IzLTVhMjBlZWE5MDY5MTo4YTBjMTQwYy05NzRiLTQxNTAtOWE4Zi03NmYxN2YyM2QwZTA=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
5. The Tollemache Arms - Harrington
49 High St, Harrington, Northampton, NN6 9NU. It is rated four out of five stars on TripAdvisor. One reviewer said: "Our family of 10 went as a get together over the Christmas period. The pub looks lovely, the staff are friendly attentive with great service. The food was well priced with high quality. I really love this place which is set in a great area and village setting to explore." Photo: Tollemache Arms
![High Street, Guilsborough, Northampton, NN6 8PY. It is rated 4.5 stars out of five on TripAdvisor with one recent reviewer saying: "Just had the best trio of meat served with a marvellous assortment of tasty veg and all the trimmings . Stunning we both had a great meal, with superb ambiance as ever."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjcwYWM0Yjc2LWRhODAtNDNkNS1hOTkxLWU0ZGY4MmE1Y2UxMTo0NDQ0ZDk0ZS04ZjE0LTQ1ODYtYjdlOS1lZmE1Yzk0MmIxNzQ=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
6. The Witch & Sow
High Street, Guilsborough, Northampton, NN6 8PY. It is rated 4.5 stars out of five on TripAdvisor with one recent reviewer saying: "Just had the best trio of meat served with a marvellous assortment of tasty veg and all the trimmings . Stunning we both had a great meal, with superb ambiance as ever." Photo: The Witch & Sow - Guilsborough
![West End, West Haddon, Northampton, NN6 7AY. It is rated 4.5 stars out of five on TripAdvisor. A recent reviewer said: "Have been to The Sheaf a few times now and it is always a fabulous evening. The food is delicious, the service is excellent and there is always a great atmosphere. We are never disappointed and somehow each visit is better than the last - it’s simply a great place to have a wonderful evening."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjRhNTlhMDJlLWViN2ItNGYzZi04Yzk3LTAzMTcwNjg1ODAwMjpjNzRiODBkMi1lZmVmLTQwOTctOThhZS0zNzczMmM5MGUwZDY=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
7. The Sheaf Inn - West Haddon
West End, West Haddon, Northampton, NN6 7AY. It is rated 4.5 stars out of five on TripAdvisor. A recent reviewer said: "Have been to The Sheaf a few times now and it is always a fabulous evening. The food is delicious, the service is excellent and there is always a great atmosphere. We are never disappointed and somehow each visit is better than the last - it’s simply a great place to have a wonderful evening." Photo: The Sheaf Inn
![Church St, Boughton, Northampton NN2 8SF. The Whyte Melville is a family owned classic English village pub and has been run by Jeremy and Tess since 2013. They source a variety of local ingredients and have two log burners so it is a perfect place to visit during the winter months. It has four out of five stars on TripAdvisor. A recent reviewer said: "Greeted by extremely friendly staff, on a very busy night who showed us to our dining area and immediately took drinks orders. Followed by three fantastic courses with our party of 16 people all being served at the same time. Will certainly be revisiting for another meal."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjJhM2VmOGUwLTMxOTYtNDU2ZC04NGQ1LTM4OWNmOTM1MDlmYzowOGE2NjA0My1lMzc1LTRhY2EtYjQ4ZS0wZmM1OTRlMmRhZTg=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
8. The Whyte Melville - Boughton
Church St, Boughton, Northampton NN2 8SF. The Whyte Melville is a family owned classic English village pub and has been run by Jeremy and Tess since 2013. They source a variety of local ingredients and have two log burners so it is a perfect place to visit during the winter months. It has four out of five stars on TripAdvisor. A recent reviewer said: "Greeted by extremely friendly staff, on a very busy night who showed us to our dining area and immediately took drinks orders. Followed by three fantastic courses with our party of 16 people all being served at the same time. Will certainly be revisiting for another meal." Photo: The Whyte Melville