The Plough Inn

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The Plough Inn

Popular traditional pub, serving high quality food, ale and wines. Situated in the heart of the Cotswold's and next to Jackdaw's Castle Racing stables.
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July 2017 we won the Best Cotswold Pub award from Cotswold Life Our bar is open 7-days-a-week from 12 midday until close for drinks. If you’re planning on dining with us we are serving food-
Monday to Friday: 12-2.15pm & 6-9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 12-9pm
We strongly advise you book a table. To book call the pub on 01386 584215

www.ploughford.co.uk

Sitting in the hamlet of Ford, this popular 16th

Century Inn is renowned for its excellent menu, serving fresh local produce and fine Donnington Ales.

2013 & 2016 gained a certificate of excellence from Trip Advisor being judged as within top ten performing businesses worldwide. The area holds everything for appreciators of the countryside as well as a rich and diverse cultural and sporting heritage. Jackdaws Castle racehorse trainers in directly opposite, and The Plough is popular with many famous jockeys and trainers. If you like walking, there are some fine walks, with a stunning view of the gallops. Cycling, fishing and golf are also located in the near vicinity. The Plough was indeed voted Racing pub of the year in 2008. The Plough has three bed & breakfast rooms. You will love the stunning views over the glorious Cotswold countryside. There is a large sunny garden with a children's' play area. Your dogs are welcome on lead in the garden. The Plough celebrates the major Cheltenham racing events. Cheltenham Gold Cup week is a huge event where the Plough has a large marquee, serving breakfasts and all day meals, whilst you can watch the racing on large flat screen TVs. We are always busy, so booking is highly recommended.

31/08/2026

Bank holiday Monday 🙌
We are serving our full menu 12 - 8 pm today, call us on 01386 584215 to book inside, or for outside simply turn up no need to book.
See you soon 😄

30/08/2026

We are open all day today with extended food service 12 - 7pm.
Please ring 01386 584215 to book inside, alternatively simply come along to sit in the garden - no booking required. We have plenty of under cover areas outside too.
Our famous roast dinners are on the menu, along with many other wonderful options including Devon crab.
See you soon 😁

27/08/2026

Bank Holiday Opening Hours:

Friday/ Saturday OPEN ALL DAY
Food Service 12-9pm
Drink Service 12-close

Sunday OPEN ALL DAY
Food Service 12-7pm
Drinks Service 12-close

Bank Holiday Monday (31st August) OPEN ALL DAY
Food Service 12-8pm
Drink Service 12- close

(Please note we are closed on the 1st & 2nd of September) 🍻🍻

23/08/2026

14/08/2026

Stanway Hill is now open 🙌 today and tomorrow we see full menu served 12 - 9 pm 🦀 Soak up the sun in our lovely garden 🍻 No bookings required you just come along 😎 If you would like to book call 01386 584215

09/08/2026

We are serving our delicious menu until 4 pm, including roast dinners and lots of other wonderful options.
No need to book for outside just come along.
See you soon

02/08/2026

Today we are serving our fabulous roast lunches along with lots of delicious specials.
Plenty of space in our large garden, simply come along any time between 12 & 4 pm.
Food 12 - 4pm
Bar 12 - close

Address

Ford, Temple Guiting
Cheltenham
GL545RU

Website

https://theploughinnford.co.uk/

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