Royal Oak Ramsden

The pub itself is a gem, holding on to many original features in the bar area, but benefiting also from an amazing orangery in the restaurant area which together create an amazing, authentic vibe! The bedroom we stayed in was compact making it probably only suitable for a single nights stay; which ut was for us.

We’ve just returned from a 3 day Cotswold break staying at the gorgeous Royal Oak in Ramsden. It’s quite honestly one of the best stays we’ve had in the UK. It’s the most delightful period Inn, full of Cotswold charm. The bar area is cosy with a nice open fire and has a fantastic selection of local, beers, ales and gins. It’s all complemented by a wonderful restaurant which is set in a spectacularly decorated conservatory area which compliments the age of the inn perfectly. The quality of the food was exceptional. The breakfast menu included such alternative delights such as steak and eggs and shakshuka eggs as well as your traditional full English but it’s just so very rustic and tasty. We were planning to eat out every night but such were the tasty looking menus we decided to have dinner there twice and we were not disappointed. I had the most delicious prawn and lobster pasta dish and a mouth watering fully loaded ox cheek and bone marrow burger with the best truffle and Parmesan/Alioli chips that I’ve ever tasted. The starters and desserts were equally as good. Finally, there was our room…. It was huge and beautifully equipped and decorated full of Cotswold style. The large roll top bath and walk in shower was everything we could have wanted and it made for a wonderful place to relax. The service was very good too. We cannot recommend this place more.

Had the most amazing pate I’ve ever tasted in a beautiful conservatory impeccably decorated for Christmas. We were thoroughly looked after throughout our meal. We were given plenty of time between courses. Although just, the restaurant was laid out so that we had our own little private corner. Totally recommend!

We visited today Christmas Eve for lunch at 1.30pm and we were greeted warmly when we arrived. We were allocated a really good table for 2 and given menus and a drinks order taken. The food was just excellent and to start we chose the seafood sharing plate which was just superb followed by venison and the chicken milanese, both really good. Dessert to share as we were nearly full was a winter brulee rice pudding. Followed by 2 great coffees. The whole experience was just so enjoyable with knowledgeable and friendly staff. I would thoroughly recommend this wonderful establishment. We will return again without hesitation

Ours was a return visit as had previously stayed in May for our wedding anniversary weekend. We had such a lovely stay that we decided to return in December, with a group of friends and take in the Blenheim Christmas Lights trail. All the bedrooms at The Royal Oak are lovely and all our friends commented on how super comfortable the beds were. The food is beautiful, from the evening meal chosen from a very varied menu, to the amazing cooked breakfast. Very reasonably priced too.All of the team are lovely, friendly and helpful. The Royal Oak is situated in a beautiful village with easy access via car, to Blenheim Palace and Oxford. We will return in 2025 for sure.

Although small, our room was thoughtfully furnished and bed very comfortable. Nice quality touches, including leaving a port nightcap option along with the tea and coffee! The hotel bar and dining areas were also artfully furnished and staff ((and l must give Georgia a shout out, bless her) were cheerful and helpful, which goes a long way in giving guests a relaxing and positive stay. Definitely recommend it - visit the Royal Oak for a lovely meal or a chilled out break.