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The Lee boasts three very different
traditional
pubs - all free houses,
all in beautiful settings and each with a long and interesting history. As well as having a loyal group of 'locals',
the pubs have also all become popular stop off points for walkers, cyclists
and other visitors exploring the Chilterns (please take off muddy boots!)
It is also worth visitors to The Lee checking out the Village Diary to see what else might be open for refreshments during their visit.
It is also worth visitors to The Lee checking out the Village Diary to see what else might be open for refreshments during their visit.
The oldest of the pubs is the
Old Swan at Swan Bottom.
Dating from the 16th century, this free house still retains all of the character of days gone by. In winter it offers a cosy bar and restaurant to while away the evenings, whilst in summer the garden offers an oasis of tranquility. As one reviewer put it: "This place is what an English country pub should be; quiet, pretty, well kept beer, excellent food, a beautiful garden and an absolute delight in the summer."
Review:
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in the evening
The Gate Inn
at Lee Gate was created from two
timber framed cottages, also dating from the 16th century, and re-cased
in brick in the 18th century to form the present building. This pub offers a spacious garden in summer and an extensive bar area that offers live music most weekends. Now a Grade II listed building, this pub will be recognised by Midsommer Murder aficionados. It is also available for hire as a meeting venue.
Further information and details of live music dates: 01494 837368
Last but by no means least we come to The Cock and Rabbit Inn and Graziemille Restaurant in the Conservation Area at The Lee.
As one reviewer eloquently put it:"...who would have thought that in this quaint village, you would find a splendid Italian restaurant and pub?"
The Cock & Rabbit was rebuilt and re-sited in 1907 by Arthur Liberty during his re-construction of the village green. It replaced a much older pub that allegedly 'obscured the view from his manor house'.
Now, surrounded by a garden and sun terrace, this pub has according to the reviewer; "the appearance of a quintessential English country house". That is an English country house with an Italian restaurant!
The Graziemille restaurant also caters for weddings and other functions, as well as for more regular dining.
Further
information and restaurant bookings: 01494 837540
or visit their website: Graziemille
or visit their website: Graziemille