The Porch House Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, GL54 1BN

  • 13 bedrooms

Beautifully Refurbished Bedrooms at England's Oldest Inn

The Porch House combines centuries of history with stylish contemporary comfort in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold. Positioned on Digbeth Street, it offers an ideal base for exploring the rolling hills, honey-stone villages and walking routes of the Cotswolds. The inn’s gorgeous bedrooms blend traditional charm with boutique styling, while the welcoming pub downstairs serves delicious food and local ales. Whether you are planning a countryside walking break, romantic getaway or a foodie escape, this historic inn delivers a warm and authentic Great British pub stay in one of the Cotswolds’ most popular market towns.

Facilties & Amenities

  • Beer Garden
  • Breakfast
  • Craft Beer
  • Dog Friendly Rooms
  • Family Friendly
  • Gastro Pub
  • Log Fires
  • Meeting Space
  • WiFi

Bedrooms

The Porch House has 13 beautifully styled bedrooms, each boasting character by the bucketful with charming beamed ceilings, stunning stone walls and oodles of luxurious home comforts. Rooms range from cosy doubles to gorgeous feature rooms and suites. Dogs and extra beds and cots for children are available on request, with prior acknowledgement.

Telegraph Travel wrote: “Creaking with age, The Porch House is a splendidly rambling complex of two adjoining inns. With one part carbon-dated back to 947, it’s said to be the oldest pub in the country. Inside, it’s a retro-stylish venue, offering comfy accommodation and a modern British menu.” Expert rating 8/10

Food & Drink

Food at The Porch House celebrates hearty British pub dining with a modern Cotswold touch. The kitchen focuses on seasonal ingredients and locally sourced produce where possible, serving breakfast, lunch and supper in atmospheric surroundings filled with character and charm. Guests can enjoy classic pub favourites alongside more refined dishes, with menus changing throughout the year to reflect the seasons. Behind the bar, you will find local ales, craft beers, premium spirits and an approachable wine list, making the inn just as appealing for relaxed drinks as it is for a full dining experience.

Nearby

Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square – Historic centre with independent shops, tea rooms, and cafés.

Bourton-on-the-Water – Scenic riverside village dubbed the “Venice of the Cotswolds.”

Daylesford Organic Farm – Renowned farm shop, spa and dining destination popular with food lovers.

Upper & Lower Slaughter – Charming twin villages set on the River Eye, ideal for walking.

Cotswolds Way National Trail – Access to countryside walking routes from various nearby points.