The Old Mill

Head out to Mill Hill in Baginton and you'll find yourself at a proper pub that actually feels like somewhere locals want to be—not just somewhere tourists end up. The Old Mill has that converted watermill charm without being precious about it: beamed ceilings, open fires, and enough nooks that you can find a quiet corner or join the buzz depending on your mood. The menu's straightforward gastropub fare (think burgers, fish and chips, decent Sunday roasts) done properly rather than pretentiously, and they take their ale selection seriously. It's the kind of place that works equally well for a weeknight pint with mates or a family weekend, which is probably why it's got nearly 4,000 reviews and people keep coming back.