The Duke of Cumberland, after whom it is named, was not Butcher Cumberland but Prince Rupert of Rhine, the nephew of Charles I who fought alongside him in the Civil War. The area was a strong Royalist foothold and the pub was named in support of a local hero. Today, many of the pubs original features survive, and it is almost certain that groups of soldiers loyal to their king once drew up battle plans around the pubs large inglenook fireplace. In these more peaceful times, the pub is a haven for those looking for a drink, a meal, an evenings entertainment or a place to stay in this beautiful part of the English countryside. We have two excellent chefs, a large selection of beers, wines and whiskies, weekly music nights, monthly quizzes and extremely comfortable bedrooms. We also have a large garden and car park. The pub has six bedrooms which have just been refurbished to a high standard, all are en-suite and the price includes a hearty breakfast. It is ideally located for visiting Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds as well as numerous local country houses and gardens that are open to the public. Hotel Rating: Self Assessed 3 star
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