About the Brasenose Arms
The Brasenose Arms is a 17th century Country Inn, situated in the heart of Cropredy, a rural village just 4 miles north of Banbury, Oxfordshire. Originally three cottages, it was converted into a Public House in the late 17th century.
Cropredy lies on the west bank of the River Cherwell. Over 350 years ago, Cropredy Bridge was the site of a major battle during the English Civil War in 1644.
Today, it hosts Britain's (if not Europe's) 'friendliest' music festival - Fairport's Cropredy Convention - staged every year in August by members of the great British folk band - Fairport Convention. Here they are, sitting outside the pub, for the photo on the back of their 1973 album 'Nine'.
Everyone is welcome at the Brasenose Arms. It's a friendly 350 year old 'local' with a restaurant, contemporary en-suite accommodation to sleep 10, a 1/2 acre Beer Garden, regular live music, free wifi and a public laundry.
Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday: 12pm - 11pm
Friday to Sunday: 12pm - Midnight
Saturday Jan 28th
Trevor Burton Band
‘founder member of The Move and stayed throughout their career. He then played with the wonderful Steve Gibbons Band. He played and sang and recorded with Jimmi Hendrix, Steve winwood, Robert Plant and many more before starting his own unique blues band..’
Saturday Feb 4th
The Cohen Brothers
The Cohen Brothers play a mixture of original material and carefully selected songs from other artistes who have inspired and influenced them. The band’s style ranges from blues and soul to rock, jazz and americana. They regularly gain comparisons to Steve Winwood/Traffic, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Steely Dan and Paul Weller. The band recorded and released their debut album “Moving On” in 2009 and in 2011 released follow up album “This Is Life”.
