Bear and Ragged Staff
$162
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Avg. for September
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$162
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Bear and Ragged Staff average $136 in January, the cheapest month, and $165 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $136 |
| February | $144 |
| March | $144 |
| April | $148 |
| May | $156 |
| June | $154 |
| July | $165 |
| August | $154 |
| September | $162 |
| October | $145 |
| November | $144 |
| December | $146 |
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Cheapest: January (~$136)
About this property
Enjoy a stay in this charming inn with a restaurant, garden views, and free self-parking in Cumnor, Oxfordshire.
Location
Oxford is home to Bear and Ragged Staff. Oxford Playhouse and New Theatre Oxford are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Blenheim Palace and Oxford Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Kassam Stadium.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Garden
Guest reviews
9.2
Superb
Based on 710 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
7%
Couple
64%
Family
20%
Group
7%
What guests think
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Bear and Ragged Staff is widely praised as a charming historic inn near Oxford, with comfortable, characterful rooms and an on-site pub serving tasty meals, making it a relaxing countryside base for short breaks or touring.
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What guests think
Bear and Ragged Staff is widely praised as a charming historic inn near Oxford, with comfortable, characterful rooms and an on-site pub serving tasty meals, making it a relaxing countryside base for short breaks or touring.
Guests consistently highlight exceptionally friendly, attentive service. Food and breakfast are frequently described as delicious, though a few mention occasional delays or an underwhelming breakfast. Rooms blend period charm with modern comfort, but some report warm rooms in hot weather, tired bathrooms or maintenance issues like sporadic hot water; overall, expect a cozy, characterful country‑inn stay.
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Facilities
On-site pub and restaurant with a welcoming bar are highlighted; the property is dog friendly, with pet amenities noted and a nightly fee mentioned.
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Joseph
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Charming in. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Good restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Convenient to sites and attractions.
Charming in. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Good restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Convenient to sites and attractions.
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Terry
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Bear and Ragged Staff hotel was very quaint, the room we had was spacious and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food options were varied and there is an option to dine outside on a lovely patio. Lastly, the location in Cumner is quite charming.
The Bear and Ragged Staff hotel was very quaint, the room we had was spacious and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food options were varied and there is an option to dine outside on a lovely patio. Lastly, the location in Cumner is quite charming.
10
M L
May 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The most welcoming people. We turned up with our fur baby and she was absolutely spoilt, dog bed, bowls, treats and a ball. Food was fabulous. Highly recommended ! Will definitely book there again. Thank you to all staff
The most welcoming people. We turned up with our fur baby and she was absolutely spoilt, dog bed, bowls, treats and a ball. Food was fabulous. Highly recommended ! Will definitely book there again. Thank you to all staff
10
Kathleen
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bear and Ragged Staff was a fun place to stay and dine in our final night in the UK. We loved the rustic flavor of the inn, our dinner was wonderful, and our rooms were comfortable and had everything we needed.
Bear and Ragged Staff was a fun place to stay and dine in our final night in the UK. We loved the rustic flavor of the inn, our dinner was wonderful, and our rooms were comfortable and had everything we needed.
10
Juan Pablo
Apr 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to take a break along the way, enjoy the restaurant and its great staff, and really close to the city of Oxford.
A great place to take a break along the way, enjoy the restaurant and its great staff, and really close to the city of Oxford.
10
Deborah
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a beautiful old Inn that’s been very well Preserved. Great food and lodging!
This is a beautiful old Inn that’s been very well Preserved. Great food and lodging!
10
Kim
Nov 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The whole experience was awesome. Clean throughout, the most friendly staff, gorgeous food and excellent drinks menu. Pub/restaurant is very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Dog friendly. Beautiful surroundings in a quiet little village. Easy access to main tourist hotspots. Definitely planning a second visit for next year.
The whole experience was awesome. Clean throughout, the most friendly staff, gorgeous food and excellent drinks menu. Pub/restaurant is very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Dog friendly. Beautiful surroundings in a quiet little village. Easy access to main tourist hotspots. Definitely planning a second visit for next year.
10
Scott
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved this one inn, brilliant room, fantastic food and a great bar.
We loved this one inn, brilliant room, fantastic food and a great bar.
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Michael
Jun 7, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This is a quintessential British country pub in a quaint village, with up-to-date accomodation. The room had lots of character, but was suprisingly large. The bathroom/shower was very good with good water pressure and lots of hot water. The restaurant/food was very good with a nice selection and daily specials. The bar served both keg beers and tradional hand-pump local beers. The staff were friendly and helpful
This is a quintessential British country pub in a quaint village, with up-to-date accomodation. The room had lots of character, but was suprisingly large. The bathroom/shower was very good with good water pressure and lots of hot water. The restaurant/food was very good with a nice selection and daily specials. The bar served both keg beers and tradional hand-pump local beers. The staff were friendly and helpful
10
Todd
Mar 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice quiet place about 10 minutes away by car from the downtown area. Very good kitchen and pub on property. Great staff. Plenty of parking. Would recommend.
Nice quiet place about 10 minutes away by car from the downtown area. Very good kitchen and pub on property. Great staff. Plenty of parking. Would recommend.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are regularly described as very clean or spotless, with a few notes about tired bathrooms, minor cobwebs, and occasional hot‑water issues.
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Joseph
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Charming in. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Good restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Convenient to sites and attractions.
Charming in. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Good restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Convenient to sites and attractions.
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Adam
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were excellent: very friendly, responsive and efficient. The location was perfect with lovely local walks and there were excellent food choices available and different places to sit to eat. The room was big and had lots of character. Unfortunately room 7 was very hot in the warm weather which made it very difficult to sleep. The bathroom was tired, with some very poor workmanship around the bath and shower. These were the only negatives of an otherwise excellent stay!
The staff were excellent: very friendly, responsive and efficient. The location was perfect with lovely local walks and there were excellent food choices available and different places to sit to eat. The room was big and had lots of character. Unfortunately room 7 was very hot in the warm weather which made it very difficult to sleep. The bathroom was tired, with some very poor workmanship around the bath and shower. These were the only negatives of an otherwise excellent stay!
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dean
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
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Robert
Dec 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed in one of the four outside bedroom, whilst okay, the bathroom needs an overhaul. Bedroom was comfortable albeit cobwebs on the lights above the bed.
Stayed in one of the four outside bedroom, whilst okay, the bathroom needs an overhaul. Bedroom was comfortable albeit cobwebs on the lights above the bed.
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Minnie
Sep 14, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a lovely old pub with rooms to let. Giancarlo greeted us & because we arrived late suggested that we enjoy dinner before checking in while the kitchen was still open. Our room was on the second floor, up a narrow spiral stair. Giancarlo helped carry our bags up which was very much appreciated. The bed & pillows were comfortable. The weather was pretty warm and although there is no air conditioning, a fan was provided which helped. I would have given it 5 stars but 3 of the 4 days of our stay we had no hot water. They had a problem with their boiler. Although we were given a discount on our stay, cold showers are very uncomfortable.
This is a lovely old pub with rooms to let. Giancarlo greeted us & because we arrived late suggested that we enjoy dinner before checking in while the kitchen was still open. Our room was on the second floor, up a narrow spiral stair. Giancarlo helped carry our bags up which was very much appreciated. The bed & pillows were comfortable. The weather was pretty warm and although there is no air conditioning, a fan was provided which helped. I would have given it 5 stars but 3 of the 4 days of our stay we had no hot water. They had a problem with their boiler. Although we were given a discount on our stay, cold showers are very uncomfortable.
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Elisabeth
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I booked a couple of rooms here, one in the period part and one in the purpose built section. Both rooms were absolutely immaculate with everything provided that we could need. The service and care from staff was top end professional level hospitality, with particular thanks to Ronan and team
I booked a couple of rooms here, one in the period part and one in the purpose built section. Both rooms were absolutely immaculate with everything provided that we could need. The service and care from staff was top end professional level hospitality, with particular thanks to Ronan and team
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Chris
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed. I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed. I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
10
Richard
Feb 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic place to stay, great room with an amazing shower. The staff were excellent and the breakfast was amazing. A great place all around. Richard and Georgia Brisbane Australia.
Fantastic place to stay, great room with an amazing shower. The staff were excellent and the breakfast was amazing. A great place all around. Richard and Georgia Brisbane Australia.
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Jo
Sep 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was an amazing place to stay, breakfast was delicious, the only thing that let it down was we had no hot water in the morning, we had to shower in cold water, it certainly woke us up :)
It was an amazing place to stay, breakfast was delicious, the only thing that let it down was we had no hot water in the morning, we had to shower in cold water, it certainly woke us up :)
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Stuart
Feb 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely Hotel. Room was spotless and very comfortable. Evening meal was delicious, especially the Parsnip soup it was the best I've ever tasted. Staff were lovely & welcoming. Look forward to staying again.
Lovely Hotel. Room was spotless and very comfortable. Evening meal was delicious, especially the Parsnip soup it was the best I've ever tasted. Staff were lovely & welcoming. Look forward to staying again.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable, spacious, and full of character, blending period features with modern touches like good showers; some are reached via narrow or uneven stairs and can feel warm in hot weather.
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Allison
Dec 12, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I've stayed in just about every room over the past 10 years and am never disappointed! Each room in the main building is unique (my favorite, the cozy #9) but be prepared to go up a flight or two of uneven stairs. The back bar is a warm and inviting place to gather with friends.
I've stayed in just about every room over the past 10 years and am never disappointed! Each room in the main building is unique (my favorite, the cozy #9) but be prepared to go up a flight or two of uneven stairs. The back bar is a warm and inviting place to gather with friends.
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dean
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
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Julie
May 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Enjoyed the whole experience, service was relaxed, staff friendly, food good. Bright spacious room
Enjoyed the whole experience, service was relaxed, staff friendly, food good. Bright spacious room
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Minnie
Sep 14, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a lovely old pub with rooms to let. Giancarlo greeted us & because we arrived late suggested that we enjoy dinner before checking in while the kitchen was still open. Our room was on the second floor, up a narrow spiral stair. Giancarlo helped carry our bags up which was very much appreciated. The bed & pillows were comfortable. The weather was pretty warm and although there is no air conditioning, a fan was provided which helped. I would have given it 5 stars but 3 of the 4 days of our stay we had no hot water. They had a problem with their boiler. Although we were given a discount on our stay, cold showers are very uncomfortable.
This is a lovely old pub with rooms to let. Giancarlo greeted us & because we arrived late suggested that we enjoy dinner before checking in while the kitchen was still open. Our room was on the second floor, up a narrow spiral stair. Giancarlo helped carry our bags up which was very much appreciated. The bed & pillows were comfortable. The weather was pretty warm and although there is no air conditioning, a fan was provided which helped. I would have given it 5 stars but 3 of the 4 days of our stay we had no hot water. They had a problem with their boiler. Although we were given a discount on our stay, cold showers are very uncomfortable.
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Chris
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed. I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed. I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
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Kristen
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I thoroughly enjoyed my three-night stay at The Bear and would highly recommend. The room was comfortable and perfectly appointed. The adjacent pub was convenient for meals, and everything was delicious. Ronan and every other staff member I came into contact with was top notch. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful place to stay outside the hustle of Oxford, do not hesitate to stay at The Bear. I will definitely stay here again.
I thoroughly enjoyed my three-night stay at The Bear and would highly recommend. The room was comfortable and perfectly appointed. The adjacent pub was convenient for meals, and everything was delicious. Ronan and every other staff member I came into contact with was top notch. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful place to stay outside the hustle of Oxford, do not hesitate to stay at The Bear. I will definitely stay here again.
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Keith
Jun 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was quaint on the outside, but the room was modern and well appointed.
It was quaint on the outside, but the room was modern and well appointed.
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Janette
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
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Bart
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed for 3 nights. It ticked all the boxes for us : very British ambiance, wonderful pub and restaurant, very frinedly service and close to Oxford but in a charming countryside village... Our room was right above the pub but no noise problems at all. Bathroom was comfortable and functional.
We stayed for 3 nights. It ticked all the boxes for us : very British ambiance, wonderful pub and restaurant, very frinedly service and close to Oxford but in a charming countryside village... Our room was right above the pub but no noise problems at all. Bathroom was comfortable and functional.
10
Michael
Jun 7, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This is a quintessential British country pub in a quaint village, with up-to-date accomodation. The room had lots of character, but was suprisingly large. The bathroom/shower was very good with good water pressure and lots of hot water. The restaurant/food was very good with a nice selection and daily specials. The bar served both keg beers and tradional hand-pump local beers. The staff were friendly and helpful
This is a quintessential British country pub in a quaint village, with up-to-date accomodation. The room had lots of character, but was suprisingly large. The bathroom/shower was very good with good water pressure and lots of hot water. The restaurant/food was very good with a nice selection and daily specials. The bar served both keg beers and tradional hand-pump local beers. The staff were friendly and helpful
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Service
Service stands out as exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and professional; a few guests mention slow pub service or breakfast missteps.
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Nicholas
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice building. Food and drink prices slightly above average Chair in my room was too low to use and it had a 'shabby chic' look but was too much shabby. TV in the room not all free view channels. Service in the pub could be a bit slow for how many people were there.
Really nice building. Food and drink prices slightly above average Chair in my room was too low to use and it had a 'shabby chic' look but was too much shabby. TV in the room not all free view channels. Service in the pub could be a bit slow for how many people were there.
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Frank
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Good breakfast. Very friendly and helpful staff.
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justin
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Superb service and attention to detail, from Giancarlo who greeted my wife and I , allowed us to check in early, through to the bar staff and restaurant team. Food great, could not have wished for better.
Superb service and attention to detail, from Giancarlo who greeted my wife and I , allowed us to check in early, through to the bar staff and restaurant team. Food great, could not have wished for better.
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Kristie
Aug 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was well above our expectations being roomy, well appointed all while having features of the 400 year old building. All the staff were very pleasant however the two duty managers, Rohan and Dayton went over and above. Hands down the best customer service experience we have ever had.
The room was well above our expectations being roomy, well appointed all while having features of the 400 year old building. All the staff were very pleasant however the two duty managers, Rohan and Dayton went over and above. Hands down the best customer service experience we have ever had.
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Gwendolyn
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were a little disappointed in the food and the service especially for breakfast.
We were a little disappointed in the food and the service especially for breakfast.
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Elisabeth
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I booked a couple of rooms here, one in the period part and one in the purpose built section. Both rooms were absolutely immaculate with everything provided that we could need. The service and care from staff was top end professional level hospitality, with particular thanks to Ronan and team
I booked a couple of rooms here, one in the period part and one in the purpose built section. Both rooms were absolutely immaculate with everything provided that we could need. The service and care from staff was top end professional level hospitality, with particular thanks to Ronan and team
10
Jeremias
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wow - the staff was wonderful and welcoming. We loved this place and can highly recommend for a stay outside of Oxford
Wow - the staff was wonderful and welcoming. We loved this place and can highly recommend for a stay outside of Oxford
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Sion
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The team here are worthy of any luxury hotel I’ve stayed in. In fact in terms of customer service they’re up there in my top 5 in the world. Having worked in customer service for 30 years and being lucky enough to travel extensively in Asia and the Middle East my benchmark is high. The service here is slick, well versed but done effortlessly from check in, through to dinner service and the bar and breakfast. Just the right level of chat and banter, but excellent knowledge of the menu etc really sets them apart from the usual pub stay. I’d go so far as to say the team deliver world class service.
The team here are worthy of any luxury hotel I’ve stayed in. In fact in terms of customer service they’re up there in my top 5 in the world. Having worked in customer service for 30 years and being lucky enough to travel extensively in Asia and the Middle East my benchmark is high. The service here is slick, well versed but done effortlessly from check in, through to dinner service and the bar and breakfast. Just the right level of chat and banter, but excellent knowledge of the menu etc really sets them apart from the usual pub stay. I’d go so far as to say the team deliver world class service.
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Janette
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
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James
Mar 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Had an amazing stay - Jon and his team really go above and beyond Would definitely recommend and will be returning.
Had an amazing stay - Jon and his team really go above and beyond Would definitely recommend and will be returning.
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Location
Quiet village setting near Oxford with easy drives to the city and attractions, plus access to local walks.
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Terry
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Bear and Ragged Staff hotel was very quaint, the room we had was spacious and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food options were varied and there is an option to dine outside on a lovely patio. Lastly, the location in Cumner is quite charming.
The Bear and Ragged Staff hotel was very quaint, the room we had was spacious and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. The food options were varied and there is an option to dine outside on a lovely patio. Lastly, the location in Cumner is quite charming.
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dean
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
Clean large room excellent staff very friendly and helpful would highly recommend this hotel / pub in a lovely village not far from Oxford , Blenheim palace etc
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Anne
May 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I was visiting my son in Oxford and this was an easy drive in, 8 minutes on lovely backroads, but it was like being in the heart of the country. The accommodation was fabulous, the food well priced and delicious. There were some lovely walks within the village. This will most definitely be my go to when I visit my son next time. I will be back. Loved it.
I was visiting my son in Oxford and this was an easy drive in, 8 minutes on lovely backroads, but it was like being in the heart of the country. The accommodation was fabulous, the food well priced and delicious. There were some lovely walks within the village. This will most definitely be my go to when I visit my son next time. I will be back. Loved it.
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Juan Pablo
Apr 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to take a break along the way, enjoy the restaurant and its great staff, and really close to the city of Oxford.
A great place to take a break along the way, enjoy the restaurant and its great staff, and really close to the city of Oxford.
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Christopher
Oct 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very nice vibe and a pleasant place to stay. Within easy striking distance of Oxford.
A very nice vibe and a pleasant place to stay. Within easy striking distance of Oxford.
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Anthony
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
15th century building meets modern world. Great location in countryside but easy drive to Oxford. Welcoming staff and good food selection for dinner and breakfast. We slept in room 5 above the bar but could not hear a thing. Great shower, bed was great.
15th century building meets modern world. Great location in countryside but easy drive to Oxford. Welcoming staff and good food selection for dinner and breakfast. We slept in room 5 above the bar but could not hear a thing. Great shower, bed was great.
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Deborah
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a beautiful old Inn that’s been very well Preserved. Great food and lodging!
This is a beautiful old Inn that’s been very well Preserved. Great food and lodging!
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Cheryl
Nov 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
What a lovely find in proximity to our Oxford holiday! Cumnor is conveniently quiet to the hustle and bustle of Oxford. The room was spacious and welcoming, hotel staff were excellent, and meals there were quite satisfying!
What a lovely find in proximity to our Oxford holiday! Cumnor is conveniently quiet to the hustle and bustle of Oxford. The room was spacious and welcoming, hotel staff were excellent, and meals there were quite satisfying!
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Audrey
Nov 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
great location, not too far from Oxford. Lovely bedroom, excellent food, great staff.
great location, not too far from Oxford. Lovely bedroom, excellent food, great staff.
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Todd
Mar 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice quiet place about 10 minutes away by car from the downtown area. Very good kitchen and pub on property. Great staff. Plenty of parking. Would recommend.
Nice quiet place about 10 minutes away by car from the downtown area. Very good kitchen and pub on property. Great staff. Plenty of parking. Would recommend.
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Dining
Food and breakfast are frequently praised for quality and selection at the on-site pub and restaurant, though a few guests report delays or an underwhelming breakfast.
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KARINE
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing place to stay, closevto Oxford city centre. Extremely friendly staff, wonderful breakfast, comfy rooms.
Amazing place to stay, closevto Oxford city centre. Extremely friendly staff, wonderful breakfast, comfy rooms.
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Christopher
Apr 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very novel with very low beams. Restaurant food and service was exceptional.
Room was very novel with very low beams. Restaurant food and service was exceptional.
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Gwendolyn
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were a little disappointed in the food and the service especially for breakfast.
We were a little disappointed in the food and the service especially for breakfast.
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Kevin
Oct 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately in the evening there were issues in the kitchen so food was delayed. Room was decorated beautifully but it needs some extra lighting.
Unfortunately in the evening there were issues in the kitchen so food was delayed. Room was decorated beautifully but it needs some extra lighting.
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Chris
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed. I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
An excellent stay - room fresh and very clean - comfortable bed and great shower. I also used the restaurant which was excellent indeed. I will definitely stay here again when I need to visit Oxford !
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Juan Pablo
Apr 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to take a break along the way, enjoy the restaurant and its great staff, and really close to the city of Oxford.
A great place to take a break along the way, enjoy the restaurant and its great staff, and really close to the city of Oxford.
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Janette
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
Very comfortable and cozy. Spacious room. Delicious food for dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff.
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Maren
Mar 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful property, we would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anybody. Plus the food was fantastic!
Wonderful property, we would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anybody. Plus the food was fantastic!
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Scott
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved this one inn, brilliant room, fantastic food and a great bar.
We loved this one inn, brilliant room, fantastic food and a great bar.
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Michael
Jun 7, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This is a quintessential British country pub in a quaint village, with up-to-date accomodation. The room had lots of character, but was suprisingly large. The bathroom/shower was very good with good water pressure and lots of hot water. The restaurant/food was very good with a nice selection and daily specials. The bar served both keg beers and tradional hand-pump local beers. The staff were friendly and helpful
This is a quintessential British country pub in a quaint village, with up-to-date accomodation. The room had lots of character, but was suprisingly large. The bathroom/shower was very good with good water pressure and lots of hot water. The restaurant/food was very good with a nice selection and daily specials. The bar served both keg beers and tradional hand-pump local beers. The staff were friendly and helpful
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Wayne
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here a couple of years ago in the winter time and always said we would like to try it in the summer months. Really didn't disappoint at all. Good food, drinks and staff, plus clean well maintained rooms..excellent and i would certainly recommend anyone to stay just for the breakfast in the morning... we'll be back someday again..
We stayed here a couple of years ago in the winter time and always said we would like to try it in the summer months. Really didn't disappoint at all. Good food, drinks and staff, plus clean well maintained rooms..excellent and i would certainly recommend anyone to stay just for the breakfast in the morning... we'll be back someday again..
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Rachel
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Another lovely stay at the Bear and Ragged Staff. The room was spacious and clean, very well appointed with tea, coffee etc, lovely toiletries in the bathroom and a fan gor thd UK summer heatwave! We had a drink in the cosy bar, followed by a very good roast dinner in the restaurant and an equally great breakfast before departure. Staff were exceptionally polite and helpful and it was the perfect stopover treat. We will return :)
Another lovely stay at the Bear and Ragged Staff. The room was spacious and clean, very well appointed with tea, coffee etc, lovely toiletries in the bathroom and a fan gor thd UK summer heatwave! We had a drink in the cosy bar, followed by a very good roast dinner in the restaurant and an equally great breakfast before departure. Staff were exceptionally polite and helpful and it was the perfect stopover treat. We will return :)
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Fiona
Jul 1, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed staying here. The staff were lovely. The room was nice. The dog was welcomed. The food was good. There was plenty of parking. Nothing was too much trouble. It was a in a nice spot. It was easy to find. We would definitely stay here again. Delightful.
We really enjoyed staying here. The staff were lovely. The room was nice. The dog was welcomed. The food was good. There was plenty of parking. Nothing was too much trouble. It was a in a nice spot. It was easy to find. We would definitely stay here again. Delightful.
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Carol
May 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable room, with lovely toiletries and more than enough tea/coffee for our short stay. Shower was powerfully and loads of hot water. Bathrobes are a lovely touch and bath towels were big too! Food was delicious, the full English definitely hit the spot.
Very comfortable room, with lovely toiletries and more than enough tea/coffee for our short stay. Shower was powerfully and loads of hot water. Bathrobes are a lovely touch and bath towels were big too! Food was delicious, the full English definitely hit the spot.
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Niki
May 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Had a wonderful experience here. Everything was spotless and the people were so friendly and welcoming.
Had a wonderful experience here. Everything was spotless and the people were so friendly and welcoming.
FAQs about Bear and Ragged Staff
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Cumnor, Oxfordshire, close to cultural highlights such as Oxford Playhouse and New Theatre Oxford, and landmarks like Blenheim Palace and Oxford Castle.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Guests aged under 18 cannot stay at the hotel alone. Specific policies may vary by hotel and room type.
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- 2026-10-25: 118.27025527648925USD
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- 2026-10-27: 140.99997824096678USD
- 2026-10-28: 141.57896811065675USD
- 2026-10-29: 126.21620297698975USD
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- 2026-10-31: 143.28376423187257USD
- 2026-11-01: 114.37261133728028USD
- 2026-11-02: 116.96131444854736USD
- 2026-11-03: 118.27025527648925USD
- 2026-11-04: 132.04052579956056USD
Check-in time starts at15:00Check-in time ends at22:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Service animals are allowed;Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions;Only dogs are allowed;Pets allowed;Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per night; Service animals are exempt from fees;
Front Desk Services
There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; No rollaway/extra beds available
Dining
At Bear and Ragged Staff, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children;
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