I went to the Howard arms last Saturday(31/3/12). It was a bit hard to find so we were driving around but definatly worth the wait. It is tucked away in a quaint little village. The staff were polite and seemed to know what they were doing. Me and my wife had a miniature ham, egg, chips for starter. VERY NICE.... More

For our third visit to The Howard Arms we took our walking buddies who frankly were becoming somewhat sceptical about our rave reviews on the "Illmington Experience". Our hopes were amply fulfilled with the glorious weather complimenting the stunning walks, beautiful Cotswold scenery and the village itself, but sadly The Howard Arms fell short of our (admittedly high) expectations. The... More

We visited this pup approx 6 months ago and had a very pleasent experience, great food and hospitallity. We decided to visit again at the weekend whilst in the area, what a difference! What a mistake!!!!! My steak was served on an old piece of wood with 8 chips stacked like a game of Jenga, and a few mushrooms in... More

Stopped for lunch by chance - very good, friendly service and lovely food. Went back for the launch of their new menu and stopped for the night - Cotswold Room. Food and service at dinner were excellent - the place was fully booked but service remained cheerful and very efficient. A good mix of dishes on the new menu. Baked... More

Stayed here a couple of weeks ago. Everything about the pub is 5 star. The food is fantastic and my wife and I said that it was excellently priced for such quality dishes. The room was large and stylishly decorated. It was a peaceful nights sleep. We had 1 issue with hot water but this was quickly rectified and the... More

My husband and I recently spent a night at The Howard Arms. We paid £155 bed and breakfast for their Garden Room, plus we also ate dinner in the pub's restaurant. The village of Ilmington is very pretty. It is a charming muddle of cotswold stone cottages and houses. It has a village shop, two churches and another pub. The... More

We recently stayed at The Howard Arms - one word, wonderful. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived and the staff were constantly cheerful and helpful. We enjoyed mouth watering food, and our room The Oak Room, was immaculate and beautifully decorated. Can't wait to return! More

I booked here as a recommendation for my husbands birthday. We stayed in the Summer room which was very nice. We had a 3 course dinner in the evening and this was gorgeous as was breakfast the following day, couldn't fault the food.. Though we were promised a bottle of wine as it was a birthday celebration which we didn't... More

I booked a table for 5 including my 3 year old grandson on Sunday.We arrived around 1.15 car park busy and evidence of lots of walkers,We went into the dining area and were greeted with a super efficient restaurant manageress who checked us in and showed us to an area where we were given the menus.We were asked if we... More