Arkesden is simply exquisite, one of the prettiest villages in the country. At its centre stands the much loved Axe & Compasses public house. The Christou family have run this quintessential country pub for over 30 years. After a devastating fire in March 2022 this beautiful pub has now reopened and the attention to detail with the re-build has been second to none. Key aspects such as the pub’s historic chimney being removed and rebuilt brick by brick, and the discovery of the original brick flooring in the bar, old fireplaces and more beautiful oak beams. The Axe celebrates the country pub feel with comfy and cosy corners, large open fires in the winter and a comfortable terrace area for sunny days.