Horse & Groom Inn

Horse & Groom Inn descritpion

Situated in the village of Milcombe, Horse & Groom Inn is a former 16th-century coaching house which is less than an hour’s drive to the heart of the Cotswold District. It features an old-fashioned bar area with a stone floor and log burner, and free parking is available on site.
An en suite bathroom is provided in each room at the Horse & Groom, as well as a TV and iPod docking station. Tea/coffee making facilities are also included, along with fresh milk and complimentary mineral water.
A full English breakfast is made freshly cooked to order, using locally sourced produce where possible. Lunch and dinner are also available in the bar or dining room from Monday to Saturday, with a variety of home-cooked modern British food.
The historic towns of Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon are within a 30-minute drive of the property, and free fishing is available to all guests at a nearby golf club lake. Wykham Park Farm Shop is just under a 10-minute drive away and sells home-grown produce from its own farm.

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Facilities of Horse & Groom Inn

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Food & Drink ：Restaurant | Bar | Special Diet Meals (upon request)

Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Services ：Packed Lunches | Baggage Storage

General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Heating | Designated Smoking Area

Reviews for Horse & Groom Inn

Review 1：Wifi facilities could be improved , I couldn't get service in my room. This is not a big deal but, traveling for business, it makes the difference.

Review 2：friendly atmosphere, great food, clean room and friendly staff.

Review 3：It was all very good. We had 2 rooms, a huge double and a twin- the beds were very comfortable and the breakfast was delicious and beautifully cooked. Really good, strong coffee too. We were made to feel very welcome. We didn't have a meal in the restaurant the night before as we had booked elsewhere as a larger group but we would like to dine in if we come to this part of the country again.

Review 4：Really nice village inn, made to feel very welcome , great food served with a smile and a comfy bed , a spotless room well worth a stay , thanks for a great weekend , regards Paul and Sharon

Review 5：We arrived at about 9.30pm from South Hampshire to attend a funeral in Banbury the following day. Although meal service had ended at 9.00pm sandwiches were provided.

Review 6：Great dinner and breakfast with real fresh local produce.Loved the vegetable barter system they have with local gardeners! Friendly welcoming staff who could not have been more helpful when we were stranded there for several hours. Very comfortable stay and would love to go back there.

Review 7：Excellent food and service. Staff seemed genuinely concerned with our welfare. A good range of drinks at the bar. A nice welcome from the owner on arrival.

Review 8：Quite noisy in the rooms as you could here what was being said in the bar!

Review 9：Staff very friendly.Food excellent certainly the home made burgers ,best I have tasted.

Review 10：Found the bed a bit small and and felt the room was big enough to take a king size. Tiny en-suite and no where to ;put sponge bag and toiletries. A shelf above the washbasin would be nice!

Review 11：Great pub and atmosphere. Good beers. Great food. Friendliness of staff without exception.

Review 12：Nothing

Review 13：The atmosphere of this establishment is fantastic you feel very much like one of the villagers. The evening meals were beautiful and very keenly priced.

Review 14：It was really an exceptional experience for me. Staffs really care the customer. I asked if I can eat kippers for breakfast when I booked, but forgot it. When I had a breakfast, I could get kippers! The place was nice and quiet, I could refresh myself in the middle of my biz trip.

Review 15：The hosts were very hospitable and couldn't do enough. It is an old place but the décor was very nice. Food very good apart from a risotto I had, very overdone, although the ragu with it was delicious.

Review 16：Room was absolutely fine for my one night stay. Good beer, food and wine. I had really good Tempura Prawns for starter which were spot on and pan fried Hake for main which was in a really tasty chorizo, butter bean and spinach sauce. Staff were really friendly and helpful - as I was setting off early before breakfast they provided me with a sausage and bacon butty.

Review 17：The only negative would be that there was no wifi in the rooms although it was free and available in the bar.

Review 18：The rooms were very clean and comfortable with everything you need from lovely toiletries to hair drier and TV. We stayed on two of the hottest days of the year but both rooms had fans which were a very welcome addition. All the staff were friendly and helpful.

Review 19：Very friendly and helpful. We had an early start for Blenheim Triathlon on Sunday and they prepared breakfast early to help us. Also stored our daughters bike in shed

Review 20：I enjoyed how well I was looked after, nothing seemed a problem. I needed to get away early so they offered to book me a cab and make sure my breakfast was ready for me first thing.

Review 21：The room was lovely and clean with a nice bath. The bed was very comfortable. The bedroom was very quiet, we stayed 2 nights and never heard noise from the pub. The hosts are so welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. The food at the pub is amazing and breakfast was good too. We are hoping to return soon.

Review 22：Very small shower room. Poor water pressure in shower. Unfortunately smoking shelter was right below bedroom so could not open the windows.

Review 23：Friendly staff. Clean room, nicely decorated with a small but very comfy bed. Not ideal if you are over 6ft. Beautiful location.

Review 24：Nothing at all

Review 25：From the moment we arrived to the moment we left we were made to feel as if we were their only guests. The food and beer were excellent, including a hearty breakfast. We were reluctant to leave. Five star service all round and a credit to the trade

Review 26：Our room (3) was over the bar, so quite a lot of noise transmitted up through the floor. Went quiet before midnight, then very peaceful

Review 27：Friendly staff. Good food, in a bar with a "buzz". Comfortable clean smallish rooms. Good choice at breakfast

Review 28：creaky floors, but 17th century inn so shouldn't complain

Review 29：good clean room, nice view over the road from windows. friendly staff, cleaning lady etc |: good food, lovely BLT sandwich. didn't take main meal. nice to see the regulars from the village coming in for Saturday lunch

Review 30：Upstairs and bedrooms are dated and could do with sprucing up.

Review 31：Warm, hospitable owners and staff. Great food. Delicious breakfast. Comfy bed. Great atmosphere and decor in the restaurant and bar.

Review 32：The accomadation was lovely, owner was friendly. They rang in advance of our stay to see if we wanted to book a table as the restaurant was getting booked up. Food was excellent, I would highly recommend this place to stay

Review 33：Didn't like would be overstatement however a bit more light in room would be nice, and room over bar meant it was noisy until bar closed

Review 34：The staff and food were excellent

Review 35：We arrived at 9 am but despite the place being shut we were welcomed in and given coffees. Rooms were nice No 4 larger and more up to date than room 3 but room 3 had a large bathroom so as a group of four we were all very happy! Really have to mention the fabulous food all of us had great meals followed by a superb breakfast. Friendly bar and roaring fire couldn't ask for more really!

Review 36：bedroom very worn out uncomfortable bed bathroom needs upgrading unable to get in until 6pm not very welcoming.

Review 37：nice bar good food friendly staff

Review 38：We were staying here to attend a wedding locally. We found the accommodation very comfortable, the breakfast amazing and the staff very helpful. Thank you for a great visit just wish we could have stayed longer!

Review 39：Winter weight duvets in October - I was too hot to sleep well.

Review 40：The welcome and care during our stay. The food is excellent. Good atmosphere in the bar. Tasty breakfast without music - joy!

Review 41：They should perhaps invest in a new doorbell to avoid customers and staff waiting outside

Review 42：The chef is very good and the meal was reasonably priced. Staff work hard and try their best to create a nice atmosphere and ensure you have a relaxing stay

Review 43：a little bit further out from Banbury town centre than we expected but still glad we stayed at Horse and Groom.

Review 44：friendly welcome, lovely staff, good food, clean cosy room.

Review 45：Electric showers never seem to work well with me and this one was no exception.

Review 46：This is an old building don't expect large rooms and wide staircases but that is what it is all about the character of the building. Beds were comfortable. The food was excellent and could not be faulted , great breakfast, Annette is great and the beer good. Parking across the road was fine. This is a pub you should expect some noise until closing time (but even then it was not much).

Review 47：There was nothing I disliked.

Review 48：From the moment I was welcomed, to the moment I left, I was given great personal attention. Nothing was too much trouble and even though I needed meals outside the set times, I was accommodated on all occasions. The staff were really pleasant, hardworking, the food was excellent and my accommodation was immaculate and comfortable. I could not recommend them highly enough.

Review 49：Nit picking: warm evening so ate outside, unfortunately several smokers chose to not use the smoking area, prefering to share their foul habit with the rest of the clientele.

Review 50：Good value; adequately appointed; quiet location; good food and beer.

Review 51：Due to the weather conditions the temperature in the room was very uncomfortable but at the same time I wouldn't expect air conditioning in such a B&B

Review 52：Lovely room. Good facilities im the room. Helpful and friendly staff.

Review 53：Bathroom door didn't shut properly in room 2. Not an issue for us, but could be for friends sharing. Flusher on toilet awkward to flush! Apart from a minor, minor issue, we loved it there. Thank you for your kind hospitality.

Review 54：Excellent friendly service. Extremely hospitable staff. Great atmosphere and good food. Comfy beds and a fabulous cooked breakfast in the morning.

Review 55：From the moment we arrived we felt welcome. Well decorated, clean and comfortable accommodation (room 4). Lovely food with very friendly service, a good selection of beer in pleasant surroundings. Lovely breakfast which kept us going all day. Look forward to returning.

Review 56：the fact I was not staying longer

Review 57：Nice clean place, nice people, great food, you can see how much work they have put in to making the place as good as it is.

Review 58：I loved the room and the pub food downstairs was incredible! We are staying again in Feb!

Review 59：Heating not very warm for time of year

Review 60：Breakfast included

Review 61：N/A.

Review 62：Nothing was too much trouble. Food excellent, hosts excellent, rooms excellent.

Review 63：Fantastic staff Fantastic food

Review 64：Good food .nice room.

Review 65：A lovely, friendly place to stay with excellent food.

Review 66：A super B&B, comfy, relaxed and accommodating. The breakfast set us up for the day!

Review 67：Bathroom small and needs updating.

Review 68：Nice room. Comfy bed. Good food. Great breakfast. Nice couple running the place and pleasant helpful staff.

Review 69：Long way off beaten track to find it

Review 70：Very friendly and helpful staff, excellent service, excellent food

Review 71：Excellent customer service. Great cozy and friendly atmosphere

Review 72：location, exellent food, quiet and welcoming

Review 73：The evening meal and the breakfast was very good.The location was very quiet.

Review 74：COULD DO WITH A PUBLIC ROOM FOR WHEN THE BAR IS CLOSED.

Review 75：Barman could have been a bit more friendlier, other staff ok.

Review 76：Lovely comfy room.

Review 77：Shower wasn't very good, water kept cutting off.

Review 78：Lovely food, friendly staff.

Review 79：Friendly staff

Review 80：Great Inn, lovely food, comfy room, brilliant breakfast. Will certainly try to stay again.

Review 81：Wifi was absolutely hopeless. had to watch head going in

Review 82：There wasn't much which we didn't like.

Review 83：Friendly staff and nice atmosphere

Review 84：Staff, facilities, food & beer.

Review 85：Some pieces in bathroom need updating.

Review 86：Friendliness and aim to please owner. Small and friendly. Country based with lovely atmosphere.

Review 87：Friendly staff,comfortable room and fabulous food

Review 88：Great location. Very comfortable, clean, good service, great food

Review 89：Incredibly friendly and helpful. Food was excellent, veggies catered for. A very quiet night

Review 90：a friendly and warm welcome nice well cooked food

Review 91：The twin room was a little dated and cramped, could be updated

Review 92：It was close to silverstone and the area itself is beautiful

Review 93：Decent size clean room, helpful service, nice pub food

Review 94：Village pub atmosphere,good traditional menus,nicely served and delightfully cooked.

Review 95：Noisy plumbing water hammer

Review 96：Great village location Great features Stunning old world in side with modern decor

Review 97：Everything was lovely, but would have preferred a firmer mattress.

Review 98：Staff were a delight! Friendly and welcoming.We were most entertained by Seb, who served us in the evening. That young man will go a long way!

Review 99：Excellent hosts. Very clean. Great location

Review 100：loved everything.

Review 101：Hosts are really friendy, very obliging and nothing too much trouble for them. Nice family, lovely pub and great quiet location.

Review 102：The food is delicious

Review 103：Friendly staff, lovely pub atmosphere, very good food and very well located for Banbury and the Cotswolds.

Review 104：Cosy room, friendly staff, great food!

Review 105：Very welcoming, easy access, very comfortable room and very nice breakfast.

Review 106：Only wifi in communal areas

Review 107：Loved my stay pleasant staff, comfortable, clean would recommend and certainly choose again

Review 108：The shower could have had more power.

Review 109：The food was first class. The best tempura prawns I've tasted in a very long time. Great breakfast.

The Fine Print

Please note that the bar and dining room are closed on Sunday evenings. The bar is open from 12:00 until 17:00 and food service ends at 16:00. If you expect to arrive after 17:00 please inform the property of your expected time of arrival.Please note that extra beds are subject to availability and need to be confirmed by the property. Please specify in the Special Request box when booking.