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The Bear Hotel

📍
Park Street, Woodstock OX20 1SZ, United Kingdom
Meeting VenueHistoric Hotel✓ Verified Data

Historic coaching inn in Woodstock offering elegant meeting spaces near Blenheim Palace.

About This Venue

The Bear Hotel is a charming 13th-century coaching inn located in the heart of historic Woodstock, just opposite the gates of Blenheim Palace. This traditional Cotswold stone hotel offers intimate meeting and event spaces with period character, including oak-beamed rooms and elegant dining areas. The hotel provides modern conference facilities while maintaining its historic charm, with complimentary WiFi throughout and professional event support. Its prime location makes it ideal for corporate retreats and special occasions, with the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace as a stunning backdrop.

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Indicative Budget
£2,700£5,100
Typical day-delegate event for ~60 guests
Capacity (max)
120
Typical attendees
60
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (60 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

120
Maximum Capacity
80
Theatre Style
120
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Private Dining Room

45
40
202530

Oak Room

60
60
303540

2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 60 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
Historic Building
Restaurant
Bar
24-hour Reception
Parking
Garden
Traditional Decor
Period Features

📐 Space Specifications

450
Total Space (m²)
3.2m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Historic Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Lectern

🎯 Suitable For

📋Business Meetings
📋Conferences
📋Training
📋Workshops
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Private Dining

♿ Accessibility

Historic building with limited accessibilitycontact venue for specific requirements

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Woodstock is accessible by bus from Oxford (S3 service). Oxford railway station is 8 miles away with connections to London Paddington. Oxford Airport is 6 miles away.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Limited on-site parking available; additional public parking nearby in Woodstock town centre

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

80
theatre
30
boardroom
40
classroom
35
u shape
60
cabaret
120
reception
80
dining
80
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests in various configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, PA system and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
Full catering services available with restaurant-quality cuisine
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, additional public parking nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Park Street
OX20 1SZ, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

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Venue Location

Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SZ

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 120 guests in various configurations

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Standard AV equipment including projector, PA system and Wi-Fi available

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available with restaurant-quality cuisine

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available, additional public parking nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Blenheim Palace and Gardens
0.2 km (0.1 mi)• 2 minutes walk
🏰
Oxford University Historic Buildings
12.8 km (8 mi)

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Oxfordshire Museum of Local History
0.3 km (0.2 mi)
🏛️
Ashmolean Art and Culture Museum
12.8 km (8 mi)

🦁Zoo

🦁
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Safari
8.5 km (5.3 mi)

🎭Theatre

🎭
New Theatre Oxford
12.8 km (8 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
Rousham Historic House and Garden
19.3 km (12 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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