Comprised of low slung old cob walls and topped with a neat mop of thatch the John Barleycorn seems almost unbearably atmospheric. It dates from 1660 when it was a coaching inn and during WW2 it became a favourite watering hole for the brave young airmen in Douglas Bader's Duxford Wing. More recently however the dark interior has been given an up to date Farrow and Ball makeover of duck egg blue. Today low wooden beamed ceilings and solid farmhouse scrubbed pine furniture suggests gastro-smart décor. Yet the cream washed walls add a dash of earthiness with decorations of hops, collections of old jugs and a glass case containing an immense stuffed pike of prehistoric proportions.

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A pensioner who came out of retirement to run his village pub has pulled not just pints but prizes too.

Bernard Lee, 65, took over the John Barleycorn in Duxford at the request of customers who missed drinking in the 17th century inn after it closed.

He decided to take the plunge and is credited with rejuvenating the watering hole, in Moorfield Road, in the space of just six months.

Now, in a single week, the pub has been awarded a four-star "highly commended" rating by the English Tourist Board for its accommodation, plus a nomination to Greene King's prestigious Head Brewers club, which recognises the quality of its cask ales.

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Hi there,
Just wanted to say thank you for a superb dinner for the
15 people on Monday 28th June. The food was simply outstanding and excellent value. The surroundings are lovely, and it was an added bonus we were able to sit outside in the lovely sunshine- apologies for having to set the table inside....!

I will be recomending to others- and will be back soon with my family for dinner!

Thanks

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