George Inn, Aylburton

The George Inn is a fine 19th-century sandstone building on the A48 on the junction with Church Road. It has separate bar and lounge areas.

In the mid 1980’s the pub had a change of identity to the Hawthorn, but this was short lived. The change of name reflected the time when the Hawthorn Brewery in Cinderford bought the George as their flagship pub, After the brewery folded, he name changed back to the George in March 1988.

In October 1999 an old stone building next to the pub was renovated to form an annexe to the George Inn. An old air raid shelter was found during the building works. The annexe is now called Millingbrook Lodge and offers en-suite facilities to all 14 rooms ranging from twin to king size.

The Millingbrook Lodge website states that The George Inn ‘serves a selection of fine locally sourced real ales along with draught beers, lagers, ciders, a range of wines and spirit combined with great home-cooked meals which can be sampled in our comfortable and welcoming lounge, restaurant and bar. The landlord Ian and his team keep an impeccable cellar and continue to offer award winning service.’ ‘The George Inn prides itself on great service, fresh home-cooked meals, a forest famous reputation for great value for money and has a ‘second-to-none’ standing with the local community.