Peach and our Pub
Peach is a collection of really great pubs, mainly in market towns in the heart of England. We serve good quality, fresh, honest food in relaxed, welcoming environments. Always with a kind word and a sense of fun. We’ve always been passionate about giving back and as we’ve developed and grown over the years, our ability and motivation to make the world a little better, a little peachier, has grown with us. The Bigger Peach shows our efforts to improve communities, equality in the workplace and the future sustainability of our world.
The Bear & Ragged Staff in Cumnor is a world away from the Newbury & Swindon roads that stream past only a mile from its door. The heart of the pub is a glorious Tudor beauty. Ancient fireplaces, flagstone floors and mullioned windows with carved lintels, make the bar one of the finest anywhere. A comfortable eatery, conservatory and South-facing terrace provide spaces for every mood – and winding stairs lead to cosy bedrooms with old oak doorways & beamed ceilings.
The village pub, which underwent a complete refurbishment earlier in the year as well as launching an all-new menu of freshly prepared seasonal food, achieved the 1 Rosette accolade following a recent anonymous visit by an AA Hotel and Restaurant Inspector. Demonstrating great cooking across the entire meal, serving food prepared with care, understanding and skill alongside good quality ingredients, showing standout food in the local area.
We are open every day serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. We take huge pride in serving the best ingredients we can find, from ethical producers, freshly prepared by our chefs. Whether you pop in for a pint, a business lunch or a special dinner, we promise you a friendly welcome. All day long. We also have nine bedrooms for a peaceful nights sleep. Find out more here.
We are just off the A420 heading towards Abingdon/Cumnor/Wootton. Follow B4017 through the village, just past the shop. The pub will be on the right, just after the garage. There is a car park for guests and residents on a first come first served basis. On street parking is also available at the front of the pub. For things to do in the local surrounding areas click here.
Jon, Paul and the Team
JON GOTCH, GENERAL MANAGER
Meet our general manager, Jon. Born and bred in Oxford, his first job was in a pub, purely for the social side. Turns out he landed on his feet and loved the buzz. So, after his original dreams of a sports career fell through, the pub life was calling. Nothing could beat the busy rush and helping people make memories.
When it comes to food Jon favours South American flavours and he fell in love with the fine dining scene while in Australia. He was keen to join the Peach family because it’s a true hospitality company that still puts the team and guest before the bottom line. And after successfully running our sister pub in Thame, The Thatch, we’re lucky enough to have him hosting in lovely Cumnor.
When he’s not in the pub you’ll find him taking up his other passion – sport! Whether it’s skiing, golf or football, he’ll always find a decent restaurant or wine bar to wind down after. Come and say hi to Jon soon!
FRAZER SUTHERLAND, PARTNER
Frazer always wanted to be in hospitality since ‘year dot’. Dabbling in domestic science at school only fuelled his passion and catering college sealed his fate. He loved working at The Summit in Sydney and cruising round the Caribbean. Back in London, he clubbed it at The Green Room, now Chinawhite, before moving to Harvey Nicks Fifth Floor. Heights must have suited Frazer because his next job was at The Oxo Tower, when the brasserie with the bird’s eye view of London was really flying. Since becoming a partner in Peach in 2008, Frazer has established the Thatch as Thame’s no. 1 food destination. He also runs The James Figg further up the High Street, voted Oxfordshire’s Best Traditional Pub in 2013, The Swan, The Black Horse and The Embankment.
