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A weekend at The Old Crown Coaching Inn is the kind of break that stays with you. Arrive on a Friday evening to the glow of a proper English pub, spend Saturday exploring some of the finest countryside in England, and leave on Sunday feeling like you have been away for a week. Faringdon is perfectly placed for a weekend away. It sits between the Cotswolds, the Thames Valley, and the Berkshire Downs, with Oxford just 25 minutes by car. You can fill two days with walking, sight

The Old Crown Coaching Inn is a 16th-century venue in the heart of Faringdon, Oxfordshire, offering intimate weddings for up to 80 seated guests and receptions for up to 120. With 14 boutique bedrooms, an award-winning kitchen, a dedicated Wedding Coordinator, and centuries of history in every room, it is a setting that no purpose-built venue can match. We believe that the best weddings feel personal, not produced. At The Old Crown, we provide the stage, but you write the scr

Faringdon sits at the meeting point of some of the finest walking country in southern England. The Thames Path runs within a few miles to the south, the Ridgeway crosses the downs to the east, and the Cotswolds AONB begins just to the west. In every direction, there are footpaths, bridleways, and ancient trackways crossing open countryside, river meadows, and rolling farmland. The Old Crown Coaching Inn is perfectly placed as a base for walking breaks. It sits in the centre

Faringdon sits at the meeting point of three of England's finest landscapes. To the west, the Cotswolds. To the south, the Thames Valley. To the east, the Berkshire Downs and the ancient Ridgeway. Oxford, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, is just 30 minutes away by direct bus from the stop on The Old Crown's doorstep. This makes The Old Crown Coaching Inn one of the best-positioned bases for exploring Oxfordshire. You can spend a morning at a National Trust prope

One of the best things about Faringdon and the surrounding Oxfordshire countryside is that there is no wrong time to visit. Every season brings something different: a change in the landscape, a shift in the kitchen, a different reason to walk through the door of The Old Crown Coaching Inn and feel glad you came. This guide covers what makes each season special, what to do, where to go, and what to eat and drink at The Old Crown throughout the year. Spring (March to May) Sprin

Faringdon sits at the western edge of Oxfordshire, where the rolling countryside meets the Thames Valley and the Cotswolds. It is one of the best bases for exploring rural England, with easy access to Buscot Park, the Thames Path, and dozens of picture-perfect villages. If you are looking for pubs with rooms near Faringdon, you have some excellent options. From historic coaching inns to riverside pubs, this guide covers the best places to stay in and around Faringdon, with ho

The Old Crown Coaching Inn has stood in the heart of Faringdon since the early 16th century, built on the site of an even older hostelry. For more than 500 years, it has served as a coaching inn, a courthouse, an excise office, and a gathering place for the people of this small Oxfordshire market town. It has witnessed rebellion, civil war, and the slow turning of centuries. And through it all, it has remained what it was built to be: a place where travellers find food, drink

The Old Crown Coaching Inn is two drinking experiences in one building. The pub is a proper English local with well-kept real ales, worn flagstones, and the kind of atmosphere that only comes with 500 years of people gathering in the same room. The Wine and Cocktail Bar is something different: a beautifully tiled space overlooking the courtyard, designed for slower evenings, considered drinks, and quieter conversation. Whether you want a pint after a walk, a cocktail before d

The Old Crown Coaching Inn is entirely dog-friendly. Your dog is welcome in every room, in the pub, in the courtyard, and on all of the walks that surround us. However, The Ballroom is reserved for two legged creatures only. We do not have a handful of designated pet rooms tucked away at the back. We are a country pub that welcomes dogs because that is what country pubs do. A small cleaning charge is included for overnight stays with dogs. Other than that, your dog is treated

Oxfordshire has one of the richest collections of country inns and boutique accommodation in England. From medieval coaching inns on ancient trade routes to converted farmhouses and luxury estates, the county offers something for every type of traveller. This guide covers the best countryside stays across Oxfordshire, organised by area. Whether you are planning a romantic weekend, a walking holiday, or a base for exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds, you will find the right fit

The Old Crown Coaching Inn offers something that conference centres and city hotels cannot: a 16th-century setting with character, AA Rosette food, and the kind of atmosphere that makes people relax and actually talk to each other. Whether you are planning a team away day, a client dinner, a board meeting, or a company celebration, we have a space and a format to match. We are 25 minutes from Oxford by car and accessible by direct bus. Free on-site parking for all guests. 14

Oxfordshire has more good country inns per square mile than almost anywhere in England. That is great news for visitors, but it can make choosing between them difficult. Each property has its own personality, price point, and strengths. This guide compares six of the best country inns in Oxfordshire across the things that actually matter: price, food quality, atmosphere, location, parking, and whether they welcome dogs. We have been honest about all of them, including ourselv

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