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Sturdy's Castle

4.3(898)
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About

Sturdy's Castle is a 400-year-old coaching inn nestled between West Oxfordshire villages, offering classic pub fare alongside a distinctive Indian menu. The ground-level restaurant and cosy bar provide a relaxed setting for business dinners or casual meetings, with free parking and lift access enhancing convenience.

Rooms blend traditional charm with modern comfort, featuring spacious layouts and updated bathrooms. Its proximity to Woodstock and Blenheim Palace makes it a practical choice for multi-day corporate stays and events in the area.

Best for

  • Casual client dinners with hearty pub fare
  • Small team gatherings in a historic inn setting
  • Multi-night stays near Oxford and Blenheim Palace

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Character
400-year-old coaching inn with stone architecture
A traditional stone inn dating back four centuries, offering a tangible sense of history and classic English charm in a rural Oxfordshire setting.
Distinctive Food Offering
Dual-menu featuring traditional pub classics and authentic Indian cuisine
Guests can enjoy hearty, home-cooked pub fare alongside Krishna’s Indian Menu, known for its aromatic spices and award-winning dishes, providing a unique culinary blend rarely found in similar venues.
Setting & Accessibility
Convenient rural location near Woodstock and Blenheim Palace with accessible
Situated between West Oxfordshire villages and close to major attractions, the inn offers ample free parking, ground-level restaurant access with a lift, and family-friendly amenities including high chairs and children’s cutlery.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 898 reviews