Book The Punch Bowl in Woodstock, Oxfordshire

The Punchbowl Inn offers family suites with a double bed and two single beds that can be converted into a double, plus two televisions. Deluxe King Rooms and Twin Rooms feature recently refurbished decor, large bathrooms, and comfortable beds. Ground-floor rooms have windows opening onto the street, while upper-floor rooms offer quieter stays, with earplugs available upon request.

The on-site restaurant serves a made-to-order cooked breakfast with local bacon and sausages, noted by guests as excellent value at £12.50 per person. Evening meals include stone-baked pizzas, a chicken and spinach balti, and a house-specialty cheesecake. The bar offers an array of local drinks, including 3B beer, and gluten-free dessert options are available.

The Punchbowl Inn sits on Woodstock High Street, a one-minute walk from the Blenheim Palace park gate. Oxford city with its museums and colleges is 12 km away, and Diddly Squat Farm and Bicester Village Outlet Shopping are within driving distance. Stratford-upon-Avon is 45 km from the property, and London Luton Airport is 67 km away.

The hotel accepts dogs for a fee of £30, with a dedicated dog menu available in the restaurant. The property has menus for dogs but not for children, so families with young children should plan accordingly. Guests with dogs are welcome, though staff enforce policies regarding dogs on seats.

The Punchbowl Inn is the only pub in Woodstock with a dedicated on-site parking area for guests. Electric vehicle charging points are available at an additional cost of £20 per charge. A parking permit is required, and guests must display it in their vehicle.

Location: Directly opposite Blenheim Palace

Rooms: Family suites with two separate bedrooms

Dining: Made-to-order breakfast with local sausages

Amenities: On-site parking in central Woodstock

EV: Electric car charging points at £20 per charge

Pet: Dog menu and pet-friendly rooms for £30