Cotswolds cottage near The Farmers Dog
A four-bedroom cottage, 30 minutes from The Farmers Dog
Mae Cottage is a restored four-bedroom Cotswolds cottage on the High Street in Moreton-in-Marsh, around 16 miles from The Farmers Dog near Burford.
About a 30 minute drive through the south Cotswolds for lunch or dinner at one of the most talked-about pubs in the area, then home to your own private cottage.
Image: The Farmer's Dog
Distance
~16 miles
Mae Cottage to The Farmers Dog
Typical drive
~30 min
Via the A424 and A40
Area
Near Burford
South Cotswolds, Windrush valley
About the pub
A classic country pub with a famous landlord
The Farmers Dog is the Cotswolds pub taken on by Jeremy Clarkson, set in the lanes near Burford in the south Cotswolds. Expect proper pub food, local ales and a busy, friendly room. Tables go quickly so booking ahead is essential.
From Mae Cottage it is around a 30 minute drive across the Cotswolds, ideal for a long lunch or an evening out. Pair it with a morning at Diddly Squat Farm for the full set.
Mae Cottage is not affiliated with The Farmers Dog. The above is an independent guide for guests planning a visit. Visit thefarmersdogpub.com for opening times and bookings.
What to expect
The Farmers Dog at a glance
Classic pub menu
Hearty British pub food with a country focus. Sunday roasts, pies, and seasonal specials.
Local ales
Cotswolds beers, ciders and a thoughtful wine list. A proper pub bar, not a gastro-only experience.
Open fires
Cosy interiors with open fires through the colder months. A classic post-walk pub stop.
Country setting
Tucked into the lanes near Burford and the Windrush valley, with good walks straight from the door.
Dog-friendly
A traditional country pub with a dog-friendly streak. Confirm the latest policy on their site.
A bit of fame
Famously taken on by Jeremy Clarkson. Book ahead, it sells out.
Inside the pub
A proper bar, with The Farmer's Pint on tap
The Farmer's Dog leans into its country pub roots. Expect a busy bar, local ales, a thoughtful wine list, and the pub's own Farmer's Pint poured fresh at the tap.
It is a real pub before it is anything else, with classic interiors, open fires through the colder months, and food designed to suit a long lunch or a slow evening.
Beer garden and views
Cotswolds countryside, straight off the lawn
On a warm day the beer garden is the place to be. Picnic benches sit on the lawn looking out over rolling fields and hedgerows, with the South Cotswolds stretching away to the horizon.
It is the kind of view that turns a quick lunch into a slow afternoon. Bring sunglasses, settle in, and let the dog stretch out under the table.
The drive, mapped
Moreton-in-Marsh to The Farmer's Dog
A straightforward run across the south Cotswolds. Useful if you are timing a lunch booking or just want to see the route before you set off.
Insider tips
Make the most of an evening out
- Book well in advance, ideally several weeks ahead for weekend dinners.
- Pair lunch at The Farmers Dog with an afternoon in Burford, one of the prettiest market towns in the Cotswolds.
- Designate a driver or pre-book a taxi back to Moreton-in-Marsh. Local taxis fill up at weekends.
- If you would rather not drive, our parking and travel guide has notes on local taxi numbers.
Frequently asked
Staying near The Farmers Dog
- How far is The Farmers Dog from Mae Cottage?
- The Farmers Dog at Asthall, near Burford, is roughly 16 miles from Mae Cottage in Moreton-in-Marsh, around a 30 minute drive via the A424 and A40.
- Where to stay near The Farmers Dog?
- Mae Cottage is a four-bedroom Cotswolds cottage about 30 minutes from The Farmers Dog. It sleeps up to 9, you book the whole house, and there is no membership required.
- Do you need to book The Farmers Dog?
- Yes. The Farmers Dog is one of the busiest pubs in the Cotswolds, so book directly on their website well in advance, especially for weekend lunches and dinners.
- Is The Farmers Dog dog friendly?
- It is a country pub with a dog-friendly tradition. Check the latest policy on their site before you go. Mae Cottage is pet friendly on request, so bringing the dog is straightforward.
Book your stay
A characterful four-bedroom cottage, 30 minutes from The Farmers Dog
Full check-in details, including the keysafe code and arrival instructions, are sent 24 hours before your arrival.
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- Holiday cottages in the Cotswolds : Our main Cotswolds holiday cottage page, with everything you need to plan a stay at Mae Cottage.
- Accommodation in Moreton-in-Marsh : An honest guide to hotels, B&Bs and cottages in town, with Mae Cottage on the High Street.
- 4-bedroom cottage in Moreton-in-Marsh : The full four-bedroom cottage page for short stays, groups and weekend breaks.
- Dog-friendly cottage in the Cotswolds : Bringing the dog? Our pet-friendly stay guide, with garden, walks and dog-friendly pubs.
- Pet-friendly cottage in the Cotswolds : Pets welcome on request, with a shared rear garden, walks from the door and vets in town.
- Cotswolds accommodation guide : An honest look at hotels, B&Bs and self-catering cottages across the Cotswolds.
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