Set among the rolling Cotswold hills, our four countryside pubs with rooms give handsome old buildings a fresh chapter. Think timber beams, uneven floors and a proper bar at the centre of it all – the kind of place where the fire is lit and no one is in a hurry to leave.
A country escape should always involve a well-kept pint and something generous on the table. Whether you’re calling in for one at the bar or settling in for supper by the fire, our kitchens champion seasonal produce from farmers and makers we know by name. Sunday Roasts are non-negotiable and served with all the trimmings. Mornings call for strong coffee and breakfasts that set you up for muddy boots and long walks.
We’ve never been ones to turn down a reason to assemble a crowd. From hotly contested pub quizzes to chef-led suppers, summer barbecues and the odd bat-and-ball rivalry, our calendar is rarely quiet. Whether you favour thoughtful cooking or a guided tour through the wine list, our events add a bit more fun to your week – locals and weekend escapees alike.
The Double Red Duke awarded 4th place in the National Pub and Bar Awards Industry’s Choice Award
We are delighted to announce the launch of ‘Awaken the Maker’, a series of curated workshops with craft specialists and artists, to inspire, enrich and re-engage with nature. Savannah Miller, British fashion designer, has curated the lineup to offer guests the unique…
A long summer refreshing cocktail to savour. Almond syrup is shaken with dark rum and pineapple to give a somewhat Tiki twist to our Summer cocktails. Stretched out with soda, this is a really refreshing and delicious cocktail. Nutty, Almond, Sweet, & Spices.
This is a delicious way to cook any type of fish, but especially seabass as the skin becomes an umami bomb from hitting the high heat from the fire. The sauce can be used for lots of different grilled or steamed fish and especially with grilled scallops. For the…
A look back at last weekend’s opening party @thewildduckewen. After seven long years in the wilderness, the doors are finally open again, and what a celebration it was. An incredible journey to get here, and the perfect way to begin the next chapter 🦆🌿
From concept to completion. Working with the brilliant team @zardi_and_zardi in Stroud, who supplied some of the beautiful wallpapers @thewildduckewen.
Thoughtful design, layered textures and rooms that tells a story 🌿 #CountryCreatures #TheCotswolds #WildDuck
Old-school dessert, dangerously decadent. Our Treacle sponge pudding with custard @thewildduckewen 💛 #CountryCreatures #WildDuck #ComingSoon
Clear skies. Fresh beginnings. @thewildduckewen is just a couple of weeks away from official opening! 🌿 #WildDuck #CountryCreatures #TheCotswolds #Cirencester
The finishing touches are finding their way in… Wallpapers hung, taps gleaming, cosy corners calling. Opening 2nd March @thewildduckewen 🗝️ #CountryCreatures #WildDuck #TheCotswolds #NewOpening
Some things are worth doing the old way… Next up in our British Craft series @Georgie_pearman met with with the wonderful Katie Beard @RooksmoorPress, one of the last hot metal letterpress workshops in the UK, and the makers behind our new menus coming soon to @thewildduckewen 🦆 #CountryCreatures #BritishCraft
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