Name: The Olde Peculiar
Address: The Green, Armitage, Rugeley, Lichfield District, England, United Kingdom, Armitage, Staffordshire, GB
Price range: US$117–US$149 per night
Rating: 8.83

What guests think

Across recent reviews, The Olde Peculiar comes through as a clean pub-with-rooms offering comfortable, no-frills stays, praised for tasty evening meals and beer, with some caveats around breakfast availability, occasional pub closures, and slightly confusing arrival signage.

Rooms are generally basic, with several mentions of airy spaces, though a few note small showers, thin walls, softer beds, or occasional noise. Staff are widely described as helpful and welcoming, and check-in is easy, though it may be self-service at times. The quiet village setting suits stopovers and visits to the National Memorial Arboretum, but alternative eateries within walking distance are limited. Expect a straightforward, value-focused stay anchored by a welcoming local pub.

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Facilities

The on-site pub is popular for its atmosphere, beer and evening meals. Hours can be limited or closed on some days, and some guests found the entrance signage and car park directions unclear.

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10

robert

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Super friendly and helpful staff. Great pub. Clean rooms with Comfortable beds. Will visit again.

10

Sheila

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately I had eaten enroute so did not dine in the nicely furnished olde style pub which took orders until 20.30 but, despite my 20.20 arrival I was given opportunity to eat. The bed was very comfortable. An armchairxwas provided in addition to a chair.

10

Colin

11 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely quiet village pub. Rooms excellent, clean and well equipped and maintained. Breakfast cooked to order, delicious food. Staff helpful and friendly. The pub is nice, locals friendly. Want to book for next year.

10

Duncan

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, clean with a nice local pub right across the courtyard. Very handy. However the pub is only open limited hours and no where else to eat within walking distance except a fish n chips joint. We stayed in apartment 3. Suited our family of 4 well, but note there is no mini fridge or micro that a family might hope for. Walls are thin too but not a big deal.

10

Sarah

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely little pub with friendly locals and brilliant food. Wished I was staying longer!

10

Graeme

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub with rooms. Just what we needed for our stopover on a long journey. Good beer, lovely food, comfy beds.

10

Simon

29 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely friendly pub with awesome beer, delicious food and a very warm welcome.

6

Julie

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I booked the room it was because there was a restaurant I don’t stay anywhere I can’t have a meal. When I got here the restaurant was closed on this day, no where on the site did it say this, I was furious as been driving all day and wouldn’t of stayed here if i had known

6

Kevin

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Accommodation was fine but the pub was shut on a Monday- This is not clearly mentioned at the time of booking

8

Michael

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A slightly confusing booking process. The rooms are not a part of the pub but are slightly behind/to the left. Staff when checking in seem to assume you know where you are going. This would be the case if the car park was clearer and directed you to the entrance rather than the one you see from the road. The pub is great and food excellent. Room was clean, large and very comfortable. Shower took some getting to used to but once you're sorted it works well. Will stay again

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Cleanliness

Rooms are consistently described as very clean and tidy. One longer stay reported no cleaning during the visit.

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4

Kenneth

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was very noisy and the room had not be cleaned during my 3 night stay , had to leave early because of a family problem and had to pay full amount i.e 4 nights. No breakfast available is not a good decision. I have used this property for almost 18 months and in my view I would not use it again sadly.

10

Michael

29 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, excellent food in the evening. Comfy bed. Room was basic and clean.

10

Paul

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

room was clean and everything i needed,

8

John

24 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

CLean and tidy, perfect for a one night stay over.. basic but enough

10

Mary

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean. No breakfast available which is a shame.

6

James

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean room with clean and bright shower room. Biscuits, coffee and tea. But bed not brilliant.

10

Mark

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room very warm comfortable bed

10

Michelle

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy check in as key was just in the door Room was nice and clean Very happy with my stay

8

Michael

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A slightly confusing booking process. The rooms are not a part of the pub but are slightly behind/to the left. Staff when checking in seem to assume you know where you are going. This would be the case if the car park was clearer and directed you to the entrance rather than the one you see from the road. The pub is great and food excellent. Room was clean, large and very comfortable. Shower took some getting to used to but once you're sorted it works well. Will stay again

8

Ken

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was bright and airy and very clean. Although the re was no-one to welcome us the key was left in the door. The only real negative was the shower. It was very small and a bit of a struggle manoeuvring the door to actually get in it!! However, the location was good for us and also being a pub was handy for food. Overall a pleasant stay.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and generally comfortable, with airy or large spaces noted. Downsides include small or fiddly showers, thin walls, softer beds, and occasional noise.

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David

14 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I checked in and decided not stay as room was not one of the best. Pub looked good. Need to spend money in future for a better hotel. Nothing really wrong with room etc but was hoping for more. Live and learn you get what you pay for

10

Michael

29 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, excellent food in the evening. Comfy bed. Room was basic and clean.

10

Duncan

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, clean with a nice local pub right across the courtyard. Very handy. However the pub is only open limited hours and no where else to eat within walking distance except a fish n chips joint. We stayed in apartment 3. Suited our family of 4 well, but note there is no mini fridge or micro that a family might hope for. Walls are thin too but not a big deal.

10

Deborah

26 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room

10

Brian

15 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A wonderful stay at this lovely pub. We were visiting the National Memorial Aboretum and being only 7 miles away it was ideally situated and my choice was based on this factor and the previous great reviews. The welcome was warm, the people are superb, the food is outstanding and the rooms are clean and functional. If there is one (very) minor criticism it is that I found the bed a little soft and the quilt a little small. Having said that, I recognise these observations reflect personal preferences rather than any failing of the place itself. We will stay here again when we are in the area. Well done to everyone involved and thank you for making our visit so pleasant.

6

James

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean room with clean and bright shower room. Biscuits, coffee and tea. But bed not brilliant.

10

Aled

20 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great find at a reasonable price. Stayed in the family/suite room. The room had everything you could want including a detailed book of information for the hotel and local attractions. Food was also good and reasonable. Hotel does not currently offer breakfast. Overall, Fantastic! Would stay again :)

10

Mark

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room very warm comfortable bed

8

Michael

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A slightly confusing booking process. The rooms are not a part of the pub but are slightly behind/to the left. Staff when checking in seem to assume you know where you are going. This would be the case if the car park was clearer and directed you to the entrance rather than the one you see from the road. The pub is great and food excellent. Room was clean, large and very comfortable. Shower took some getting to used to but once you're sorted it works well. Will stay again

8

Ken

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was bright and airy and very clean. Although the re was no-one to welcome us the key was left in the door. The only real negative was the shower. It was very small and a bit of a struggle manoeuvring the door to actually get in it!! However, the location was good for us and also being a pub was handy for food. Overall a pleasant stay.

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Service

Staff are widely praised for being helpful and welcoming. Check-in is straightforward, sometimes via keys left in doors, though guidance to the rooms can be limited.

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10

robert

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Super friendly and helpful staff. Great pub. Clean rooms with Comfortable beds. Will visit again.

10

Michael

29 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, excellent food in the evening. Comfy bed. Room was basic and clean.

10

Brian

15 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A wonderful stay at this lovely pub. We were visiting the National Memorial Aboretum and being only 7 miles away it was ideally situated and my choice was based on this factor and the previous great reviews. The welcome was warm, the people are superb, the food is outstanding and the rooms are clean and functional. If there is one (very) minor criticism it is that I found the bed a little soft and the quilt a little small. Having said that, I recognise these observations reflect personal preferences rather than any failing of the place itself. We will stay here again when we are in the area. Well done to everyone involved and thank you for making our visit so pleasant.

10

Richard

15 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and accommodating

8

Susan

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The owner was very helpful and friendly. Property had everything we needed.

8

Jane

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely stay to visit family. Good location. Friendly place. Comfortable room. Food looks great and entertainment too. Would definitely return.

10

Michelle

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy check in as key was just in the door Room was nice and clean Very happy with my stay

8

Michael

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A slightly confusing booking process. The rooms are not a part of the pub but are slightly behind/to the left. Staff when checking in seem to assume you know where you are going. This would be the case if the car park was clearer and directed you to the entrance rather than the one you see from the road. The pub is great and food excellent. Room was clean, large and very comfortable. Shower took some getting to used to but once you're sorted it works well. Will stay again

8

Ken

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was bright and airy and very clean. Although the re was no-one to welcome us the key was left in the door. The only real negative was the shower. It was very small and a bit of a struggle manoeuvring the door to actually get in it!! However, the location was good for us and also being a pub was handy for food. Overall a pleasant stay.

10

Wayne Paul

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

lovely place and very helpful staff.

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Location

Quiet village setting works well for stopovers and visits to the National Memorial Arboretum. Alternatives to the pub within walking distance are limited.

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Colin

11 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely quiet village pub. Rooms excellent, clean and well equipped and maintained. Breakfast cooked to order, delicious food. Staff helpful and friendly. The pub is nice, locals friendly. Want to book for next year.

10

Duncan

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, clean with a nice local pub right across the courtyard. Very handy. However the pub is only open limited hours and no where else to eat within walking distance except a fish n chips joint. We stayed in apartment 3. Suited our family of 4 well, but note there is no mini fridge or micro that a family might hope for. Walls are thin too but not a big deal.

10

Robert

10 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Old Peculiar offers excellent, comfortable room-only facilities, breakfast not being available. This suited our purpose for a family visit, & the atmosphere & evening meals are worthy of note.

10

Graeme

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub with rooms. Just what we needed for our stopover on a long journey. Good beer, lovely food, comfy beds.

10

Brian

15 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A wonderful stay at this lovely pub. We were visiting the National Memorial Aboretum and being only 7 miles away it was ideally situated and my choice was based on this factor and the previous great reviews. The welcome was warm, the people are superb, the food is outstanding and the rooms are clean and functional. If there is one (very) minor criticism it is that I found the bed a little soft and the quilt a little small. Having said that, I recognise these observations reflect personal preferences rather than any failing of the place itself. We will stay here again when we are in the area. Well done to everyone involved and thank you for making our visit so pleasant.

8

Jane

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely stay to visit family. Good location. Friendly place. Comfortable room. Food looks great and entertainment too. Would definitely return.

8

Ken

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was bright and airy and very clean. Although the re was no-one to welcome us the key was left in the door. The only real negative was the shower. It was very small and a bit of a struggle manoeuvring the door to actually get in it!! However, the location was good for us and also being a pub was handy for food. Overall a pleasant stay.

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Dining

Evening food and beer receive strong praise and fair prices. Breakfast availability and opening days or hours are inconsistent, and occasional closures surprised some guests.

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Sheila

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately I had eaten enroute so did not dine in the nicely furnished olde style pub which took orders until 20.30 but, despite my 20.20 arrival I was given opportunity to eat. The bed was very comfortable. An armchairxwas provided in addition to a chair.

10

Sarah

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely little pub with friendly locals and brilliant food. Wished I was staying longer!

10

Robert

10 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Old Peculiar offers excellent, comfortable room-only facilities, breakfast not being available. This suited our purpose for a family visit, & the atmosphere & evening meals are worthy of note.

10

Graeme

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub with rooms. Just what we needed for our stopover on a long journey. Good beer, lovely food, comfy beds.

10

Mary

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean. No breakfast available which is a shame.

8

Victoria

8 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great food, great price, comfortable stay

6

Julie

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I booked the room it was because there was a restaurant I don’t stay anywhere I can’t have a meal. When I got here the restaurant was closed on this day, no where on the site did it say this, I was furious as been driving all day and wouldn’t of stayed here if i had known

6

Kevin

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Accommodation was fine but the pub was shut on a Monday- This is not clearly mentioned at the time of booking

10

Aled

20 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great find at a reasonable price. Stayed in the family/suite room. The room had everything you could want including a detailed book of information for the hotel and local attractions. Food was also good and reasonable. Hotel does not currently offer breakfast. Overall, Fantastic! Would stay again :)

8

Michael

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A slightly confusing booking process. The rooms are not a part of the pub but are slightly behind/to the left. Staff when checking in seem to assume you know where you are going. This would be the case if the car park was clearer and directed you to the entrance rather than the one you see from the road. The pub is great and food excellent. Room was clean, large and very comfortable. Shower took some getting to used to but once you're sorted it works well. Will stay again

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