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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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Dining Room | 40 | — | 20 | 30 | 25 | — | — |
| Oak Room | 60 | — | 30 | 40 | 35 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Pricing available on request; packages available for meetings and events
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Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SZ, United Kingdom
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The Bear Hotel is a verified historic hotel in Woodstock, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £95. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Corporate, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, food & catering, bedrooms, sustainability. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 120 guests in various configurations
Standard AV equipment including projector, PA system and Wi-Fi available
Full catering services available with restaurant-quality cuisine
Limited on-site parking available, additional public parking nearby
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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