National GeographicJul 13, 2026Find a pint at the edge of the map in these remote pubsA pint is never as satisfying as when it’s well earned — whether at the end of a long climb, a windswept ridge walk or a lonely road through the mountains.8 things in this storyThe Old ForgePubRemote pub on Knoydart Peninsula, community-owned.ElsewhereTan Hill InnRestaurantKirkby Stephen, United KingdomBritain’s highest pub, on the Pennine Way.Pennine Way National TrailTrailKirkby Stephen, United Kingdom11 miles from Tan Hill Inn.Glenfinnan ViaductSightGlenfinnan, United KingdomFamous landmark, start of a hike to The Old Forge.The Skirrid Mountain InnRestaurantLlanvihangel Crucorney, United KingdomWales's oldest pub, said to be haunted.Bannau Brycheiniog National ParkSightLlanvihangel Crucorney, United KingdomNational park in Wales.The Crask InnRestaurantScottish Highlands, United KingdomHistoric Highland pub that also functions as a church.Biddy’s O’BarnesRestaurantBarnesmore Gap, IrelandPub in Barnesmore Gap, Blue Stack Mountains.Read the full piece at National Geographic →
