Business Details
6 Years
experience
Family Pub & Hotel in Woodstock
Duke Of Marlborough is a family and dog-friendly pub located on the outskirts of Woodstock, offering a unique blend of traditional pub classics and contemporary gastro-style cuisine. Established in 2020 as part of Brewmish Pub Co., we combine a warm, welcoming atmosphere with modern culinary innovation. Our 13 boutique hotel rooms provide comfortable accommodation for visitors exploring Blenheim Palace, the Cotswolds, or Oxford. The pub features two log fires for winter evenings, a covered al fresco dining area, and recreational facilities including ptanque and table tennis.We specialize in hosting large events such as weddings, birthdays, and corporate functions, with exclusive venue hire available. Our beverage selection includes carefully curated wines by the glass, locally sourced coffee, and traditional real ales. The kitchen team prides itself on using seasonal produce to create evolving menus that cater to both locals and hotel guests. As part of Brewmish Pub Co., we maintain a commitment to revitalizing Oxfordshire's hospitality scene while preserving each establishment's unique character and community focus.
Services
Pub Food
Hotel Accommodation
Event Hosting
Bar Services
Breakfast Service
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer 13 boutique hotel rooms with unique animal-themed decor
- Our kitchen team creates seasonal menus using locally sourced produce
- We host exclusive events for up to 60 guests in versatile spaces
- Our bar features over 30 wines available by the glass
- We provide complimentary parking for all guests on-site
What people say
Exceptional food quality
Welcoming family-friendly atmosphere
Beautifully maintained facilities
Excellent event hosting capabilities
Comfortable boutique accommodation
Services
Pub Food Service
Our pub food service combines traditional British classics with modern gastro-style cuisine. We offer seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients, with options ranging from casual bar snacks to three-course meals. The kitchen operates daily with extended hours for special events.
Hotel Accommodation
We provide 13 boutique hotel rooms with unique animal-themed decor, each featuring en-suite facilities and modern comforts. The accommodation includes family-friendly options and convenient on-site parking, making it ideal for both leisure and business travelers.
Event Hosting
Our venue offers flexible spaces for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. With capacity for up to 60 guests, we provide tailored event packages including exclusive use options, bespoke menus, and dedicated event coordination services.
Bar Services
Our bar features an extensive selection of real ales, over 30 wines by the glass, and specialty coffee. We serve craft cocktails and offer a dedicated wine bar area at our sister venue, The Back Lane Tavern, providing diverse beverage options for all occasions.
Breakfast Service
We serve freshly prepared breakfasts daily using local ingredients. Our menu includes traditional full English options, lighter continental choices, and specialty dishes like smashed avocado on sourdough. Breakfast hours vary slightly on weekends to accommodate guest preferences.
People
Chris Brewster
Director
Co-founder of Brewmish Pub Co., Chris Brewster brings extensive hospitality experience to Duke Of Marlborough. With a focus on revitalizing local pubs, he combines traditional values with modern innovation to create unique dining experiences.
Mish Pharaon
Director
As co-founder of Brewmish Pub Co., Mish Pharaon contributes strategic vision to Duke Of Marlborough. Together with Chris Brewster, he develops distinctive concepts that maintain each pub's local character while introducing contemporary enhancements.
Alan Dann
Head Chef
Head Chef Alan Dann leads our kitchen team with international culinary experience. Trained in Michelin-starred restaurants, he creates seasonal menus that blend traditional British cuisine with modern gastronomy techniques, ensuring high-quality dining experiences.
Questions
Does The Duke of Marlborough offer accommodation?
Yes, we have 13 boutique hotel rooms available with unique animal-themed decor, en-suite facilities, and complimentary on-site parking.
What are the kitchen opening hours?
Our kitchen operates daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM with variations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service periods.
Can I host a private event at The Duke?
Yes, we offer venue hire for weddings, birthdays, and corporate events with capacity for up to 60 guests and tailored event packages.
Do you have dietary options available?
We provide vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options across all menus, with staff available to discuss specific dietary requirements.
What recreational facilities do you offer?
We feature two log fires for winter evenings, a covered al fresco dining area, pétanque court, and table tennis facilities.
Is there a service charge applied to bills?
A discretionary 12.5% service charge is added to every bill, shared fairly among our staff team.
Reviews (6)
K. G.
Jun 17, 2022
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Cannot fault this place. The staff, the food, the accommodation were all absolutely fantastic. Two members of staff that were i particularly outstanding were the Italian man and the Young lady with the red spotty skirt on! The best customer service I've experienced in a very long time. Well done all involved.
Lia W.
Jun 07, 2022
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Rooms are beautifully decorated and the remote location makes it so quiet and peaceful! Breakfast service was sadly very slow, I think only two members of staff were working. Took about an hour to get our food!
Julie Bruce
May 16, 2022
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We stopped overnight our charity cycle tour from Birmingham to London after hilly 55 miles through Cotswolds. Staff were fantastic, food was excellent, cosy room - brilliant breakfast. Superb & thank you the the staff for looking after us
Jason Law
Mar 16, 2022
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Really nice hotel, very quiet surroundings, lovely room and really great food. The staff were super friendly and very helpful. To be honest, I can't think of anything even slightly negative to say. In fact, when they had run out of veggie sausages on our first morning they made sure they had restocked by the next one! Highly recommended.
Pip
Mar 08, 2022
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We've just stayed at the Duke of Marlborough for a few nights and we can only say positive things about our stay. We received a warm welcome and all the staff were very friendly, helpful and kind. The room was lovely with great decor. Also loved the breakfast and the evening meals. We'll be back soon. Thanks again to the staff for making our stay so enjoyable.
Kirsty Keenes
Feb 28, 2022
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6 of us booked a meal and we all had gorgeous meals. Food was so diverse which is often a concern when there's a lot to choose from as it usually means you expect a substandard/mediocre meal because of the quantity of prep the kitchen have to deal with, this certainly wasn't the case with our experience. All 6 of us chose differently and not one of us were disappointed. Highly recommend and as for the alcohol free options (and the bar options overall) very very happy!
