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The Old Stocks Inn

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Rated 9.2 in 474 reviews

The Old Stocks Inn is a charming and historically rich accommodation located in the picturesque Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold, United Kingdom. Situated at the heart of this quaint town, the hotel is surrounded by iconic Cotswold stone buildings and lush landscapes, making it an ideal spot for those looking to explore the quintessential English countryside.

Dating back to the 17th century, The Old Stocks Inn has been thoughtfully refurbished to combine its storied past with modern comforts, creating a cozy yet stylish environment for its guests. This boutique hotel is known for its individually designed rooms, each featuring unique decor that highlights the building's period features while offering contemporary amenities. Guests often appreciate the careful attention to detail and the personalized touches that define their stay.

The hotel's on-site restaurant is a highlight for many visitors, serving a menu inspired by the best local and seasonal produce. With a commitment to fresh ingredients, diners can enjoy a range of traditional and contemporary dishes in a setting that reflects the inn's rustic charm.

The Old Stocks Inn also boasts a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, with friendly staff who are dedicated to ensuring that visitors have a memorable experience. Whether you're taking in the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, exploring the local boutiques and antique shops, or simply unwinding in the comfort of your uniquely designed room, a stay at The Old Stocks Inn provides a delightful and authentic taste of the Cotswolds.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 15
Rain free days
February
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Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
March
 11°
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 6°
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Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
April
 14°
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 8°
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Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
May
 17°
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 10°
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Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
June
 20°
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Sun hours / day
 20
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July
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Sun hours / day
 22
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August
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Sun hours / day
 21
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September
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Sun hours / day
 20
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October
 14°
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Stow on the Wold and near The Old Stocks Inn

Fosse Way
Fosse Way
Roman road in England, linking Exeter and Lincoln, later one of the "Four Highways" of medieval England
120m / 140yd
St Edward's Church
St Edward's Church
Church in Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
90m / 100yd
Lower Swell War Memorial
Lower Swell War Memorial
War memorial in Swell, Gloucestershire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Market Cross
Market Cross
Structure in Stow-on-the-Wold, England
90m / 100yd
Church of St Mary, Swell
Church of St Mary, Swell
Church in Swell Cotswold District Gloucestershire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Swell, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Stow Baptist Chapel
Stow Baptist Chapel
Chapel in Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
220m / 250yd
Monarch's Way
Monarch's Way
Long-distance footpath running from Worcester to Shoreham
20m / 20yd
Icknield Street
Icknield Street
Roman road that ran from Oxfordshire to Yorkshire
3.2km / 2mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Icomb Gloucestershire, England, UK
3.9km / 2.4mi
Church of the Holy Ascension
Church of the Holy Ascension
Church building in Lower Oddington, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
3.8km / 2.4mi
Church of St Paul
Church of St Paul
Church in Broadwell, Cotswold, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Birdland Park and Gardens
Birdland Park and Gardens
Zoo in Bourton-on-the-Water
5.8km / 3.6mi
Bourton-on-the-Water model village
Scale model village in Gloucestershire, UK
5.7km / 3.5mi
Cotswold Motoring Museum
Cotswold Motoring Museum
Museum in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.7km / 3.5mi
St James' Church, Longborough
St James' Church, Longborough
Church in Longborough, Gloucestershire, England, UK
4.1km / 2.5mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Daylesford, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
Church of St Laurence
Church of St Laurence
Church in Cotswold, UK
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Church in Cotswold, United Kingdom
4.7km / 2.9mi
Church of St Edward
Church of St Edward
Church in Cotswold, UK
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Mary Magdalene
Church of St Mary Magdalene
Church building in Adlestrop, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.2km / 3.3mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Grade I listed church in Cotswold, United Kingdom
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Westcote, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
6km / 3.7mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Little Rissington, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.9km / 3.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire, England, UK
4.1km / 2.6mi
Church of St Peter, Upper Slaughter
Church of St Peter, Upper Slaughter
Church in Gloucestershire, England, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Bourton-on-the-Water War Memorial including gated enclosure
Bourton-on-the-Water War Memorial including gated enclosure
War memorial in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.7km / 3.5mi
Church of St Lawrence
Church of St Lawrence
Church in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.5km / 3.4mi
Chastleton House
Chastleton House
Grade I listed historic house museum in West Oxfordshire, England, UK
6.5km / 4.1mi
Batsford Arboretum
Batsford Arboretum
Garden near Batsford in Gloucestershire, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi
St Mary's Church, Chastleton
St Mary's Church, Chastleton
Church in Chastleton, Oxfordshire, England, UK
6.5km / 4.1mi
Four shire stone
Four shire stone
Boundary marker in Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi
Church of St Leonard
Church of St Leonard
Grade I listed church, Cotswold, United Kingdom
6.3km / 3.9mi
Moreton-in-Marsh and Batsford War Memorial
Moreton-in-Marsh and Batsford War Memorial
War memorial in Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
6.8km / 4.3mi
Wellington Aviation Museum
Museum in Moreton-in-Marsh, England, UK
6.5km / 4mi
Church of St Andrew
Church of St Andrew
Church in Kingham, Oxfordshire, England, UK
7km / 4.3mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Church in Idbury, Oxfordshire, England, UK
7.3km / 4.5mi
Church of St Lawrence
Church of St Lawrence
Church in Bourton-on-the-Hill, Gloucestershire, England, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Buddha
Buddha
Statue in Bourton-on-the-Hill, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
7.8km / 4.9mi
Church of St David
Church of St David
Church building in Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
6.6km / 4.1mi
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Blockley
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Blockley
Church in Blockley, Gloucestershire, England, UK
9.5km / 5.9mi
St Michael's and All Angels Church, Guiting Power
St Michael's and All Angels Church, Guiting Power
Church in Cotswold, UK
9.7km / 6mi
Church of St Leonard
Church of St Leonard
Church in Cotswold, United Kingdom
9.1km / 5.7mi
St Andrew's Parish Church
St Andrew's Parish Church
Church in Naunton, Gloucestershire, England, UK
8.3km / 5.2mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Salford, West Oxfordshire, England, UK
9.7km / 6.1mi

What to do in Stow on the Wold and near The Old Stocks Inn

Fosse Way
Fosse Way
Roman road in England, linking Exeter and Lincoln, later one of the "Four Highways" of medieval England
120m / 140yd
St Edward's Church
St Edward's Church
Church in Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
90m / 100yd
Lower Swell War Memorial
Lower Swell War Memorial
War memorial in Swell, Gloucestershire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Market Cross
Market Cross
Structure in Stow-on-the-Wold, England
90m / 100yd
Church of St Mary, Swell
Church of St Mary, Swell
Church in Swell Cotswold District Gloucestershire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Swell, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Stow Baptist Chapel
Stow Baptist Chapel
Chapel in Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
220m / 250yd
Monarch's Way
Monarch's Way
Long-distance footpath running from Worcester to Shoreham
20m / 20yd
Icknield Street
Icknield Street
Roman road that ran from Oxfordshire to Yorkshire
3.2km / 2mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Icomb Gloucestershire, England, UK
3.9km / 2.4mi
Church of the Holy Ascension
Church of the Holy Ascension
Church building in Lower Oddington, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
3.8km / 2.4mi
Church of St Paul
Church of St Paul
Church in Broadwell, Cotswold, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Birdland Park and Gardens
Birdland Park and Gardens
Zoo in Bourton-on-the-Water
5.8km / 3.6mi
Bourton-on-the-Water model village
Scale model village in Gloucestershire, UK
5.7km / 3.5mi
Cotswold Motoring Museum
Cotswold Motoring Museum
Museum in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.7km / 3.5mi
St James' Church, Longborough
St James' Church, Longborough
Church in Longborough, Gloucestershire, England, UK
4.1km / 2.5mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Daylesford, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
Church of St Laurence
Church of St Laurence
Church in Cotswold, UK
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Church in Cotswold, United Kingdom
4.7km / 2.9mi
Church of St Edward
Church of St Edward
Church in Cotswold, UK
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Mary Magdalene
Church of St Mary Magdalene
Church building in Adlestrop, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.2km / 3.3mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Grade I listed church in Cotswold, United Kingdom
4.3km / 2.7mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Westcote, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
6km / 3.7mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Little Rissington, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.9km / 3.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire, England, UK
4.1km / 2.6mi
Church of St Peter, Upper Slaughter
Church of St Peter, Upper Slaughter
Church in Gloucestershire, England, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Bourton-on-the-Water War Memorial including gated enclosure
Bourton-on-the-Water War Memorial including gated enclosure
War memorial in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.7km / 3.5mi
Church of St Lawrence
Church of St Lawrence
Church in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, England, UK
5.5km / 3.4mi
Chastleton House
Chastleton House
Grade I listed historic house museum in West Oxfordshire, England, UK
6.5km / 4.1mi
Batsford Arboretum
Batsford Arboretum
Garden near Batsford in Gloucestershire, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi

About Stow on the Wold

Stow on the Wold, a charming market town in the Cotswolds, offers a range of activities and attractions that reflect its rich history and picturesque setting. Explore the Market Square, which is the heart of the town, surrounded by quaint shops and cafes. This area is ideal for leisurely strolls, allowing visitors to appreciate the traditional architecture and the atmosphere of a historic market town.

Visit the Stow on the Wold Market, held regularly, where local traders display a variety of goods, from fresh produce to handmade crafts. Engaging with local vendors provides insight into the community and its traditions.

Discover local history at the Stow on the Wold Museum, which showcases the town's past, including its significance as a market hub and its role during the English Civil War. The museum provides an educational experience for those interested in the local heritage.

Enjoy a walk along the Cotswold Way, a long-distance footpath that offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. This trail provides an excellent opportunity for walking enthusiasts to experience the natural beauty of the area.

Visit local churches, such as St. Edward's Church, known for its unique architecture and the famous door flanked by yew trees. The church is an important historical site that adds to the town's character.

Indulge in the local dining scene, where several pubs and restaurants serve traditional British fare. Sampling local dishes can enhance the overall experience of visiting this quaint town.

Art lovers can explore local galleries that feature works by regional artists, providing a glimpse into the creative culture of the Cotswolds.

Overall, Stow on the Wold offers a serene escape with a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a pleasant destination for a day trip or a leisurely weekend.




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