Visit: An escape to Oxmoor Farm
An Escape to oxmoor farm
There’s something quietly magical about Oxmoor Farm in the spring. We recently returned to celebrate the reopening of The Barn for this year, and it was the perfect way to spend a sun-drenched afternoon, surrounded by fields, great food, and that warm, relaxed energy this place always seems to offer.
The Barn’s menu is seasonally led and ever-changing, with a focus on ingredients grown just metres from the kitchen. Owners Harry and Paddy have built close relationships with small-scale organic producers across the Chiltern Hills, and it shows in the quality and freshness of every dish.
We sampled the wild garlic flatbread, made with freshly picked seasonal wild garlic — a favourite of ours. The charcuterie plate was another standout, with a beautiful selection of meats, sourdough, and a sun-dried tomato oil we only wish we could buy by the jar. We’re longtime fans of their Neapolitan-style pizzas, and we sampled a few varieties, each one topped with fresh, top-quality ingredients.
Recently recognised in The Times’ 50 Best Pizza Places in the UK, they’re perfectly blistered and generously topped with seasonal produce. A special mention goes to their smoked aioli — perfect for dipping crusts, and something we’d stock up on if we could. We paired our meal with a delicious orange wine, which we’ve loved for a while and found to be the ideal springtime accompaniment.
The Barn, complete with a wood-burning stove and cosy sofa seating, offers long tables ideal for gathering with friends or for runners, hikers, and cyclists looking for a warm, welcoming stop while exploring the surrounding trails. In the mornings, they serve coffee and pastries (think fennel sausage rolls, Bramble Bakes sourdough, and flaky goods from Nena Bakery in Amersham). It’s a great place to start the day.
The surrounding landscape is part of the charm here. Rolling meadows, fresh air, and a pace that invites you to linger. You’ll also find our members Ojas Sauna on the farm, offering a Finnish-style sauna and cold plunge experience, if you’re in the mood for something more meditative before or after your meal.
The Barn (current) opening hours: (Please check on their website before visiting)
Thursday - restaurant 4pm until late
Friday - restaurant 4pm until late
Saturday - café from 10am, restaurant 1pm until late
Sunday - café from 10am, restaurant 12pm until 3pm
Whether you come for the food, the view, or the peaceful setting, Oxmoor Farm makes it incredibly easy to slow down and enjoy the moment. We already can’t wait to return.
Oxmoor Farm, Great Hampden, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 9RD
Bookings for Wild Feasts and The Barn open via the Oxmoor Farm website
