The Porch House

The Royalist's award winning restaurant, the 947AD, is at the heart of the hotel's justly deserved reputation for offering the finest in food, wine and service. Located next door to The Royalist Hotel, The Eagle & Child is one of Stow's most popular pubs. The Eagle & Child offers a less formal atmosphere in which to enjoy good food, or guests can simply relax and sample some of the area’s finest local ales. All of the bedrooms are en suite, and some have features dating back many hundreds of years. The Royalist Hotel offers rooms with a surprising range of sizes, styles and prices to suit most requirements. The Royalist Hotel has 14 bedrooms ranging from the cosy and eccentric Porch Room, to the dramatic Maugersbury Suite with its high vaulted ceilings, and upstairs spa bath. 'Elegant restaurant with mouth watering food' - ok Magazine. Enjoy an exquisite relaxed meal in superb comfort and surroundings. The Royalist offers a seasonal menu ranging from Roast Scallops with Apple Purée, Artichoke Crisps and Scrumpy Sauce, to Roast Venison with Pear and Juniper Berry Tatin. For dessert, try '947AD' Grande Assiette, or a selection of English Cheeses with homemade caraway water biscuits for a truly memorable experience. Situated just of the Market Square of Stow on the Wold, The Royalist is a perfect location for exploring this beautiful corner of England. Visitors have endless cultural, sporting and shopping opportunities to choose from. Pure relaxation is an alternative that comes easily to many when you have charming surroundings, excellent food and wine at your disposal. Stow on the Wold is within easy access of the m4, m5 and m40 motorways, which provide access to Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham International Airports. Once in Stow, you will find us easily. If you turn down Sheep Street, you will find us 500 yards down on the left, on the corner of Digbeth Street and Well Lane. Dating back to 10th century, The Porch House offers free Wi-Fi throughout and free on-site parking. Guests can enjoy a unique blend of beautifully restored English Heritage and exquisite food in the Cotswolds, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Each room includes a TV and a Nespresso coffee machine. The bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, The Porch House offers full cooked breakfast, a morning newspaper, and tea and toast delivered to the room. Tea, coffee and toast can be served in the rooms upon request. The Porch House is a listed building that ranks amongst the top 4 percent of protected buildings in the country. It is certified as the Oldest Inn in England, dating from 947 AD and authenticated in the Guinness Book of Records.