About the Bear At Woodstock 0118 971 4700
The Macdonald Bear Hotel is an attractive former coaching inn in the Oxfordshire countryside. The hotel can be found in the historic town of Woodstock. Woodstock is famous as the location of Bleinheim Palace, 18th century country estate, UNESCO world heritage site and birthplace of Winston Churchill. The area also has several royal connections, most notably as the location where Elizabeth I was imprisoned during the plot to overthrow Queen Mary I. Woodstock is a popular choice for a heritage-filled away break in the Oxfordshire countryside.
The Bear Hotel itself dates back several hundred years, and has long been a stopping place and weekend hideaway for visitors to Woodstock. It has also welcomed celebrities, being a one time an escape for Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Today, the Bear Hotel is part of the Macdonald hotel group, alongside such other respected hotels such as the Compleat Angler in Marlow and the Berystede Hotel and Spa in Ascot.
The 13th century Bear Hotel has a beautiful period structure that has been sympathetically restored to create a traditional yet modern venue. The hotel contains 54 en-suite bedrooms, including a selection of four-poster and feature rooms. All rooms carry all the facilities expected of a four-star hotel, including satellite television and minibar, and have a characterful ambience thanks to the historic surroundings. Dining at The Bear Hotel is provided by a multiple AA rosette-awarded restaurant, which offers a fine menu of contemporary food. The hotel also provides afternoon tea in the refined Churchill Lounge.
Additional facilities found at the four-star Bear Hotel include a selection of attractively refurbished meeting rooms, collectively combined within The Old Glove Factory Conference Centre. The conference facility is named for the local area’s glove making heritage. The hotel and surroundings also make a great wedding location, and the entirety of the hotel can be reserved for a larger celebration. The hotel has no leisure amenities but is well located for exploring the area’s nearby attractions. In addition to the grand Bleinheim Palace, Woodstock offers an enticing town centre and a convenient location for exploring the Cotswolds, driving to Oxford or enjoying Stratford upon Avon.
Essential Facts
- Number of rooms : 54
- Car parking : Complimentary onsite parking
- Internet access : Chargeable wireless Internet access available
- Restaurants and bars : Bear Restaurant, Churchill Lounge
- Conference rooms : 5
- Nearest rail : Oxford Rail Station, approx 9.5 miles
To book your accommodation and/or conference at The Bear at Woodstock, please BOOK ONLINE or call the Essential Travel reservations hotline on 0118 971 4700 (from in the UK)