Best Gastropubs in Wiltshire

In total, there are 15 award winning gastropubs in Wiltshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in Wiltshire? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list gastropubs in the UK and Ireland holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; less than 3% of the total restaurants in the UK and Ireland currently hold such an award, and the proportion of award winning gastropubs is likely even lower than this.

The best gastropub in Wiltshire is The Red Lion at East Chisenbury in Pewsey (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chefs Guy Manning and Brittany Manning serve up award winning Classic Cuisine. The Red Lion at East Chisenbury currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 3 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no gastropubs holding a Michelin Star in Wiltshire, however there are 7 gastropubs holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 13 listed AA Rosette gastropubs in Wiltshire consisting of 1 gastropub holding 3 AA Rosettes, 11 gastropubs holding 2 AA Rosettes and 1 gastropub holding 1 AA Rosette.

Tucked away in the South West of England is the charming county of Wiltshire, an area steeped in history and flaunting a thriving food and pub scene. An emblem of quintessential rural England, Wilt's heritage is as rich as its cuisine, with many historic inns being established along the old 'drove roads' upon which livestock was herded - holes in copper plates at some establishments were common, a rudimentary form of payment by drovers long before contactless was a glint in a banker's eye! Now, these old inns serve as gastropubs, offering elevated pub food to local diners and travellers alike. The Michelin Guide-recognised 'The Compasses Inn' at Lower Chicksgrove is a true standout, a 14th-century pub that presents British cuisine at its finest. Also making an indelible mark on Wiltshire's food scene is 'The Red Lion Freehouse' at East Chisenbury, impressing diners with dishes featuring locally sourced produce. Meanwhile, for an unforgettable culinary excursion in Chippenham, the 'Biddestone Arms' comes highly recommended. This picturesque pub boasts a menu filled with traditional dishes with an artisan twist, all sourced from local suppliers, ensuring a well-rounded Wiltshire experience. From humble beginnings, Wiltshire has transformed into a culinary destination in its own right, offering a delightful union of ancient charm and modern British gastronomy.