Here is your round-up of the top 10 best rated pubs across the town according to Google Reviews, to get you prepared for the upcoming May bank holiday weekend.
With many venues to choose from, the loyal customers of the following pubs have taken to the internet to leave glowing online reviews.
Each of these establishments has a minimum of 100 reviews and, impressively, none of them achieved lower than a respectable 4.5 stars out of five.
Below you will find each pub’s rating, location and the best phone number to get in contact and secure your table – as pubs are likely to pull in more punters during bank holiday weekends.
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5. The Malt Shovel Tavern
Ranking at fourth in this round-up is The Malt Shovel Tavern, which describes itself as the home of real ale in Northampton. This pub is located at the heart of the town centre. Rating: 4.6 stars based on 571 Google Reviews. Location: 121 Bridge Street, Northampton Town Centre, NN1 1QF. Phone number: 01604 234212. Photo: The Malt Shovel Tavern

6. The Pomfret Arms
The Pomfret Arms is proud to serve great beer and a new food menu, and has a ‘spectacular’ beer garden to make the most of in the warm weather. The venue is also home to a variety of live music offerings. Rating: 4.6 stars based on 479 Google Reviews. Location: 10 Cotton End, Cotton End, NN4 8BS. Phone number: 01604 555119. Photo: The Pomfret Arms

7. The Saracen’s Head
Coming in at number six is The Saracen’s Head, an award-winning pub and restaurant. The team believes their bar area is the perfect place to enjoy a drink with friends and family. Rating: 4.6 stars based on 474 Google Reviews. Location: Main Street, Little Brington, NN7 4HS. Phone number: 01604 770640. Photo: The Saracen’s Head

8. Olde England
The Olde England is a real ale and cider pub, described as cosy on all three levels. Dogs are welcome and you can enjoy down time with no televisions or loud music at this pub. Rating: 4.6 stars based on 324 Google Reviews. Location: 199 Kettering Road, Abington, NN1 4BP. Phone number: 01604 619285. Photo: Olde England


