Historic pubs · South East England
The Old Craven Arms
In or near Inkpen.
The Old Craven Arms in England South East, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kintbury · 3.9 km
About
The Old Craven Arms is a historic pub in England South East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Old Craven Arms is a pub located in Inkpen, South-East England. It is situated within two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty: the Cotswolds and North Wessex Downs. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, offering a selection of drinks and possibly light fare, set against a backdrop of scenic countryside. The pub serves as a convenient stop for those exploring the surrounding natural landscapes.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3812, -1.4896
- District
- West Berkshire
- Parish
- Inkpen
- Postcode
- RG17 9DY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newbury
- Nearest railway station
- Kintbury — 3.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26515635 (CC0)
Other places nearby

Inkpen House
Historic houses · 1.1 km

Wansdyke, section 530yds (490m) on W side of Old Dyke Lane
Archaeological sites · 1.1 km

Inkpen Crocus Field
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Inkpen
Towns & cities · 1.6 km

St John Baptist de La Salle
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Inkpen
Villages · 1.9 km

Titcomb Manor
Manor houses · 2.5 km

Kirby House
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Combe Gibbet
Memorials & monuments · 2.7 km

Gallows Down
Mountains & hills · 2.7 km

Combe Gibbet
Memorials & monuments · 2.8 km

Inkpen Hill
Mountains & hills · 2.9 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Old Craven Arms?
- The Old Craven Arms is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG17 9DY), in the parish of Inkpen.
- What is The Old Craven Arms?
- The Old Craven Arms in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Old Craven Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Kintbury, about 3.9 km away. The nearest town is Inkpen. Drivers can use postcode RG17 9DY.
- Is The Old Craven Arms a protected site?
- Yes — The Old Craven Arms is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB) and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Old Craven Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Kintbury, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG17 9DY.