Bear of Rodborough Hotel

The feel

The Bear of Rodborough, Stroud Perched high on Rodborough Common with sweeping views of the Cotswold countryside, The Bear is a former 17th-century coaching inn full of character. With its cosy nooks, roaring fires, and vast open spaces right on the doorstep, it’s a charming retreat for walkers, food lovers, and those seeking a true taste of the Cotswolds.

Find us in The Library Restaurant, Bear Bar and the Pavillion Garden Bar

Set within the oldest and most characterful part of the building, the Library Restaurant offers an elegant yet relaxed dining experience, showcasing AA Rosette-awarded cuisine crafted with care and creativity. The atmosphere is refined and inviting, making it an ideal setting for leisurely lunches or memorable evening meals.

In contrast, the Bear Bar delivers a more informal, quintessentially English experience, with traditional interiors, real ales on draught, and a thoughtfully prepared casual menu – perfect for unwinding in comfort.

Step outside to discover the Pavilion Garden Bar, an inviting open-air space where food and drinks are enjoyed in a vibrant, sociable setting.

Elegant, classic country style bedrooms

The hotel features 44 elegant en-suite bedrooms, each individually designed to blend classic country style with a carefully curated mix of antique and contemporary furnishings. The result is a collection of beautifully balanced spaces that offer timeless character alongside modern comfort, ensuring a refined and relaxing stay for every guest.

Your Perfect Cotswold Wedding at The Bear of Rodborough Hotel

Perched on top of Rodborough Common, with endless views over the surrounding Cotswold countryside, you’ll find The Bear of Rodborough Hotel. Full of charming quirks, The Bear boasts a setting to remember for your special day, whether you’re planning something small and intimate or a traditional big white wedding! Dating back to the 17th Century, our former coaching inn has endless character with original stone archways and roaring log fires, not to mention a pair of friendly stuffed bears in reception. We share our home on Rodborough Common with some special grazing locals… a herd of free-roaming Belted Galloway cows! They are often caught peering in through the windows, so we hope you don’t mind a few extra guests…

AT A GLANCE

• Max capacity: 90 guests

• Exclusivity: We’re unable to offer exclusive use

• Licensed for weddings: We our licensed for on-site ceremonies

• Accommodation: 44 Bedrooms

• Catering: In-House catering only

• Late License: The bar will close and all music must end by midnight

• Parking: On-site parking, nearby street parking

• Dogs permitted: Well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome for the ceremony and drinks reception