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The Greyhound Inn

Positioned in the heart of many English market towns and villages, The Greyhound Inn is one of Britain’s classic country pubs with rooms – offering locally sourced meals and a restful place to stay for a gourmet weekend break. Often found close to green rolling hills, canal towpaths, or the bustling high street, this welcoming hostelry attracts food lovers, walkers, and those looking for a proper slice of British hospitality. Renowned for its inviting traditional bar, relaxed dining spaces, and comfy bedrooms, The Greyhound Inn, with its connected restaurant of the same name, is a safe bet for couples and friends keen on exploring both local fare and the surrounding countryside.

At a glance

• Hotel: 4 Gold Star Inn
• Accommodation: 8 rooms
• Primary restaurant: The Greyhound Inn Restaurant
• Google guest rating: 4.6/5 from 701 reviews

Why we like it

The Greyhound Inn works especially well for a Gourmet Getaway because the restaurant keeps dinner naturally connected to the overnight stay, while the small-scale inn character keeps the stay relaxed and joined-up.

Eat

The Greyhound Inn Restaurant

The Greyhound is a 2 AA Rosette inn restaurant serving creative, seasonal British food alongside well-executed pub classics. Everything is cooked from scratch, with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients and the best produce its suppliers can provide.

The tone is knowledgeable but friendly rather than formal. Lunch is served through the week and dinner runs Monday-Thursday 6pm-8.30pm, Friday-Saturday 6pm-8.45pm and Sunday 6.30pm-8pm.

The restaurant is on site. This is a strong example of an inn where the restaurant is the reason to stay, not simply a convenience for overnight guests.

Sleep

Upstairs, The Greyhound Inn offers a handful of charming guest rooms that capture the essence of the British inn experience. Expect period details, comfortable beds, and a restful, unfussy design – ideal for walkers, couples, or solo explorers looking to settle in for a night or two. Generous duvets, tea and coffee trays, and en suite bathrooms make for a comfortable stay, while some rooms often overlook village greens, bustling high streets, or quiet gardens at the rear. It’s a proper pub with rooms atmosphere: simple, clean, and inviting – not fancy, but with the promise of a good breakfast downstairs to start your day.

Retreat

A short stay at The Greyhound Inn means rural walks straight from the door, be it through nearby woods, along rivers or canals, or into local market towns for an afternoon of ambling. Guests might spend their time exploring heritage buildings, visiting shops filled with local crafts, or simply enjoying a pint in the beer garden when the sun shines. Most Greyhound Inns provide free on-site parking and are easily accessible by train or car – typically within two hours’ drive from London or Birmingham, making it a smart choice for an impromptu weekend break. With welcoming staff, dog-friendly policies, and a focus on good food and rest, The Greyhound Inn is a reliable, characterful retreat for anyone craving a true taste of country life.

The Gourmet Getaway

Indicative build-your-own Gourmet Getaway: the live price panel combines our current accommodation-and-breakfast benchmark with the selected restaurant's dining cost for two. It is designed for comparison and is not an official hotel package price. Because room and menu prices can change, use the price panel as the current indicative figure.

If you prefer an official hotel package, check the hotel's direct offers for the dates you are considering; availability and inclusions can change.

Best for

Food-led short breaks · Countryside weekends · Inn and restaurant-with-rooms stays · Dog-friendly stays · Families

What guests say

Google reviews currently average 4.6/5 from 701 reviews. Recent guests repeatedly praise the staff, the quality of both dinner and breakfast, and the welcoming feel of the inn. Walking and cycling guests in particular value being able to finish the day with a good meal, comfortable room and strong breakfast in one place.

The most noticeable caution is value: a small minority of reviewers feel some food and drink prices are high for a pub setting, and room sizes can vary. Overall, though, the review evidence points to food and hospitality as clear strengths.

Gourmet Getaways view

The Greyhound Inn is at its best for guests who like the informality of an inn but still want the overnight stay to feel considered. The Berkshire village setting and restaurant-led format make it a good alternative to a larger country hotel, particularly for a relaxed one-night food break.