The Trout at Tadpole Bridge

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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

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

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 9.3 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

Availability

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Marcia
Canada Canada
“Quiet and beautiful location, good food and very comfortable room. Staff were very friendly and helpful”
William
Ireland Ireland
“Third time staying at The Trout and its fantastic, a beautiful place to stay, great staff wonderful food. I highly recommend the Trout at Tadpole Bridge.”
Anna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very good location for walking the Thames Path. Nice historic building with a very good breakfast, easy parking, and a comfortable bed.”
Toni&ino
United States United States
“Breakfast is delicious and many options are available.”
Emily
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a wonderful stay here. The staff, especially the manager, were really friendly and made us feel exceptionally welcome as soon as we arrived. The rooms are beautiful and tasteful and very clean. We took our dog, Bobby, who was also very...”
Siobhan
Australia Australia
“Really good value for what is essentially 3 rooms (bedroom, bathroom, lounge room) with the bathtub as the star. The pub down stairs had great atmosphere and fantastic food for breakfast and dinner. Currently very Christmassy. Easy to park....”
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.”

Area info

Restaurants

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

Amenities of The Trout at Tadpole Bridge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

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
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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
There's no age requirement for check-in
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.

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