The Oxford Guide

The Fishes used to be a lovely getaway from the bustle of Oxford City, but in 2004 the management changed and a subsequent refit has added to the character of the place. The refit is warm and inviting as are the staff.

When our food finally arrived the sausages were exceptional, the fishcake was almost entirely fish and the side dishes were flavoursome and fresh we will definitely be going back!!

The new menu has a 'tapas-like' 1.50/item menu including a variety of nuts/ cheese/ fish/ antipasti/ bread etc. (great value and delicious) Mains are 7.50-13.50

The best way to get there from town is to walk out to the very very end of Ferry Hinksey Road, past the industrial estate. By the side erry's ice cream, there's a little path which takes you more or less directly to the Fishes' back garden, which is very pretty.

It's yet another Nu-Morrells/Greene King pub, so the only beers on are IPA and Ruddell's, but the latter is in extremely good condition; a little pricey at 2.20 (2.50 Ruddell's) a pint, but you're also paying for the atmosphere. The grounds are spectacular, they have not one but two Aunt Sally runs, and occasional wandering ducks.

There is a sign saying "wlan access" so WiFi is available, don't know if it is free or paid for.