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.
![Harbidges Lane, Long Buckby NN6 7QL. It is rated 4.5 out of five stars on TripAdvisor. One reviewer described it as "the nicest family run pub," saying "Came here with my friend and the family running the pub were so helpful and lovely. The pub itself is beautiful and homely."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjgxZjg1NzQ3LTUyYjctNDExMC1hMTZmLWY4YzcwZjU2ZDU5YjoyYjE4NWM3OS1mY2E0LTRmMzQtOWFhNC1hNmRjNDRhM2Y1ZmU=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
9. The Old King's Head - Long Buckby
Harbidges Lane, Long Buckby NN6 7QL. It is rated 4.5 out of five stars on TripAdvisor. One reviewer described it as "the nicest family run pub," saying "Came here with my friend and the family running the pub were so helpful and lovely. The pub itself is beautiful and homely." Photo: Google
![Main Road, Shutlanger NN12 7RU. The Plough at Shutlanger is an award winning gastropub nestled in the village of Shutlanger, Northamptonshire. They also have a village barn shop on site selling freshly baked goods as well as fresh meat, fruit and vegetables. It has been ranked 4.5 out of five stars on TripAdvisor. One recent reviewer said: "Picked this place to meet up with friends as a half way point. It’s a real gem, perfect Sunday lunch! The staff are lovely and the chef has a great palate and eye for detail. It’s hard to find good quality pub restaurants, this place is worth travelling to."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjhiZjJjYjExLWJhNzAtNGQwZC1hMDY4LTRkZDhhN2U1YjkwNTo1NzIyMDg3Ni00NTlkLTQxYmItODM1ZS0xODA5ZTA2ZTY5ODY=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
10. The Plough - Shutlanger
Main Road, Shutlanger NN12 7RU. The Plough at Shutlanger is an award winning gastropub nestled in the village of Shutlanger, Northamptonshire. They also have a village barn shop on site selling freshly baked goods as well as fresh meat, fruit and vegetables. It has been ranked 4.5 out of five stars on TripAdvisor. One recent reviewer said: "Picked this place to meet up with friends as a half way point. It’s a real gem, perfect Sunday lunch! The staff are lovely and the chef has a great palate and eye for detail. It’s hard to find good quality pub restaurants, this place is worth travelling to." Photo: The Plough at Shutlanger
![Whiston Road Cogenhoe, Northampton NN7 1NJ. The Royal Oak in Cogenhoe is famous for their handmade pies, pizza nights and charcuterie boards with cheeses from artisan producers. The pub is ranked 4.5 out of five stars on Tripadvisor with one recent reviewer saying: "Really lovely food and brilliant service, will definitely be going back to try other items on the menu. Very tasty, very full and happy when we left."](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmJiYjRlZDM1LTgxMmUtNGQ4MC05ZmMyLTljNzllZWIwYTVmOTo2MGU3YWE2MC00YTk5LTRmMmQtYTI2OC1kYmQ2ODFkZjAyNDI=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
11. The Royal Oak - Cogenhoe
Whiston Road Cogenhoe, Northampton NN7 1NJ. The Royal Oak in Cogenhoe is famous for their handmade pies, pizza nights and charcuterie boards with cheeses from artisan producers. The pub is ranked 4.5 out of five stars on Tripadvisor with one recent reviewer saying: "Really lovely food and brilliant service, will definitely be going back to try other items on the menu. Very tasty, very full and happy when we left." Photo: Google