Nothing beats a cosy traditional village pub - they have a beautiful countryside vibe, they serve all of the classic pub dishes and they are generally nestled in the heart of the village community.
We have comprised a list of family-run, independent pubs across Northamptonshire you must pay a visit to this winter.
We based our selections off recommendations submitted by readers, pubs that locally source produce and online reviews - bonus points if they have a log burner, which is perfect for the chilly winter months.
Many of our local pubs fought to stay open over the last two years as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and now is just as important as ever that we support our independent businesses.
Here are eleven cosy independent Northamptonshire pubs to visit this winter - can you spot your favourite?
We based our selections off recommendations submitted by readers, pubs that locally source produce and online reviews - bonus points if they have a log burner, which is perfect for the chilly winter months.