7 best village pubs for a roast dinner in Worcestershire

And you don't have to travel far to find one.

Here are seven of the best village pubs serving delicious roasts in Worcestershire. 

1. The Paul Pry

Where: The Butts, Worcester

Landlord Alex Pope. (Image: Newsquest)It sat empty for years but is now considered one of the best pubs in the city for a roast dinner, according to TripAdvisor. 

The pub's decor includes a rogue pineapple on the bar, an old-school music collection, and a selection of comfy seating areas. 

The popular pub is known for its Sunday roasts, with foodies having to book well in advance for a spot at a table.

2. The Navigation Inn

Where: Hanbury Road, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove

In 2017, this pub relaunched itself with a new design and menu after a £130,000 refurb.

It prides itself on having everything on its menu cooked fresh to order, and the chef can make you something special if you have a specific requirement regarding allergens.

3. The Nag's Head

Where: Bank Street, Malvern

PUB: The Nags Head in Malvern (Image: Google Street View)

This dog-friendly pub with views of the Malvern Hills is well known for its Sunday roast menu.

Nags Head is a well-known favourite as a Malvern watering hole with wooden beams, a roaring fire and a good choice of beers and ales on offer.

In 2019, it reached the final of the Mountain Warehouse award for best post-walk pub.

4. The Star Inn

Where: Elmley Rd, Ashton under Hill, Evesham

The Star Inn in Evesham. (Image: Google Street View)The pub's close proximity to the beautiful Bredon Hill makes it a frequent rest stop for walkers and dog owners alike.

For its roast dinners, it takes meat from its farm in Grafton, just a mile from the pub and vegetables from the Vale. 

5. Ye Olde Black Cross

Where: Worcester Road, Bromsgrove

Ye Olde Black Cross in Bromsgrove. (Image: Google Street View)Many have visited TripAdvisor to rave about Ye Olde Black Cross's 'proper homemade roast dinner'.

This historic pub dates back to 1640 and used to be a holding pen for criminals sentenced to death and hung.

It is said to have its fair share of haunted rooms and is full of community spirit. 

6. The Coach & Horses

Where: Upper Tything, Worcester

The Coach & Horses in Worcester. (Image: Google Street View)One person on TripAdvisor went as far as to say The Coach and Horses do "the best roast dinners in Worcester".

The pub is known for being warm and welcoming, and along with its roasts, it hosts various music nights. 

7. The Chequers at Crowle

Where: Crowle Green, Worcester

Last but not least, The Chequers at Crowle.

This countryside pub has the warm, homely feel of a traditional British pub. 

As well as its roast dinners, the pub offers a wide range of local beers and cask ales to complement a full range of spirits and wines from around the world, provided by the bottle or glass.