Country pub classics
Serving you up unforgettable seasonal food within the warm ambience of a traditional inn.
View upcoming eventsAn attractive brick-and-stone-built pub dating from the Victorian heyday of 1880, The Axe & Cleaver is located in the extremely picturesque village of Dunham Massey. The pub’s handsome beer garden, dotted with trees, looks out onto fields carpeted with butter...
Book your table, and let us take care of the rest, with extra-special drinks and seasonal specials to make it a day to remember.
Discover ValentinesDine out with us Monday-Thursday from 4pm and enjoy 2 courses from our set menu for just £16.50.
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Find out moreDiscover a number of walks, from leisurely strolls to brisk rambles that all start or end at the Axe & Cleaver.
Discover moreRound off a great weekend walk with a traditional roast at Axe & Cleaver.
View our Sunday menuRecycle your clean, empty confectionary and cracker tubs to any Chef & Brewer from 1st January and raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Discover moreWhether you’re catching up with old friends or spending quality time with family, breakfast is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy good food and conversation.
Book your table for BreakfastFrom an impromptu get together with friends for a quick bite to eat through to a leisurely shindig with all of your nearest and dearest.
Find out moreHandy amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Axe & Cleaver:
Serving you up unforgettable seasonal food within the warm ambience of a traditional inn.
View upcoming eventsJoin us for a relaxing start to the day, or to refuel after a fresh early morning walk
View Our Breakfast MenuWhether it’s the promise of time together, or a treat just for them, a Chef & Brewer Collection gift card is a simple way to show someone you care.
View Our Gift CardsWith private space available - we have the perfect spot for your special occasions.
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