The Trout at Tadpole Bridge

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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

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About this property

Just beside the River Thames, The Trout at Tadpole Bridge enjoys an beautiful location between Oxford and the Cotswolds. Less than 3 miles from the village of Bampton, this award-winning 17th-century inn provides luxurious rooms and high-quality dining recommended by, among others, the Good Food Guide. Each guest room has been individually designed and includes a flat-screen TV with tea and coffee facilities. All have an private bathroom with a bath or shower, where toiletries are supplied. An extensive breakfast menu includes Cereals, fruits & pastries, and a menu with hot breakfast choices including a Full English Breakfast. There is also fruit juice and a selection of coffees and teas. The Trout at Tadpole Bridge offers a relaxed, informal setting for dining and enjoying real ales and fine wine. Oxford is around 17 miles from The Trout at Tadpole Bridge, and picturesque Cotswolds destinations including Burford and Bourton-on-the-Water are 20-30 minutes’ drive away. Nearby Bampton has featured as a location in the popular TV drama ‘Downton Abbey’.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Butcombe Brewing Co.
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Breakfast to go

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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1 queen bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Bob
United States United States
“Everything! Great room, wonderful staff. Food was very good.”
Deborah
United States United States
“The staff were great, the outdoor breakfast tent was lovely, and the food was good.”
Stephanie
United States United States
“It is a delightful inn. Even has a dog bed and water bowl, but I had no dog ! A very large, very relaxing room. Nice and quiet. Walk out the door to the ancient bridge and River Thames. Great bed and good pillows. Nice bathroom, shower and soaps....”
Saurabh
United States United States
“Welcome cookies, soy milk with tea. Breakfast eggs and pain au chocolat.”
Karine
United States United States
“Everything was amazing, so much thought was put into the little details to make it super quaint. It felt like home.”
Peeraporn
Thailand Thailand
“The room was stylish and clean. The staffs were very helpful. ♥️”
Allison
Australia Australia
“Everything; facilities, staff (especially Hannah), location, food”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location for Thames path. Lovely big bedroom. Excellent bar and reasonably varied restaurant… dishes perhaps a tad flowery in their descriptions!”
Debra
United States United States
“Beautiful beer garden. Friendly staff. Great room. Right on the river.”
Evelien
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had a really nice stay at the Trout. We were travelling with our dog and the staff was very friendly and welcoming to us and the dog. The room was also dogproof and from the locations we made some nice hikes on the Thames path. The food was...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional

House rules

The Trout at Tadpole Bridge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Trout at Tadpole Bridge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.