With a history dating back to 1605, The Crown & Thistle is a Grade II listed coaching inn comprising three individual buildings clustered around a cobbled courtyard, framed by 200-year-old wisteria. Sympathetically designed, many of the buildings' original features such as timber beams, open brickwork, and window frames that aren't square remain throughout.
- Locally renowned restaurant & bar
- Individually decorated bedrooms
- Located in the centre of Abingdon
- Original features throughout
- Private cobbled courtyard
- Perfect for visiting Oxford
- Minutes from the River Thames
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Luxury Escape - Double Room
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Stay in a Double room and receive:
- A welcome drink each in the bar on arrival (approximate value £4.95 pp)
- Dinner for two on the first evening in the restaurant from the a la carte menu (£50 per couple allowance)
- Full breakfast for two daily
- Complimentary noon late check out (value £15)
1 night stay
Package Price: £75 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £150 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £135 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £270 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
3 night stay
Package Price: £195 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £390 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
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Luxury Escape - Executive Room
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Stay in an Executive room and receive:
- A welcome drink each in the bar on arrival (approximate value £4.95 pp)
- Dinner for two on the first evening in the restaurant from the a la carte menu (£50 per couple allowance)
- Full breakfast for two daily
- Complimentary noon late check out (value £15)
1 night stay
Package Price: £82.50 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £165 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £150 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £300 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
3 night stay
Package Price: £217.50 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £435 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
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Luxury Escape - Character Suite
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Stay in a Character suite and receive:
- A welcome drink each in the bar on arrival (approximate value £4.95 pp)
- Dinner for two on the first evening in the restaurant from the a la carte menu (£50 per couple allowance)
- Full breakfast for two daily
- Complimentary noon late check out (value £15)
1 night stay
Package Price: £92 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £184 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £169 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £338 per room
- Instant Availability
- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
3 night stay
Package Price: £246 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £492 per room
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- Saturday night premium of £17.50 per person£35 per room will apply
All of the above prices include all taxes / service fees.
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Facilities at The Crown and Thistle
From the Rainforest Alliance certified coffee to the beer bought locally from Loose Cannon Brewery, the extensive and varied drinks menu can be enjoyed in the stylish dining room or the bar area, complete with fireplace and comfortable seating. Weather permitting, the cobbled courtyard provides an ideal setting for alfresco dining. Completing the stunning property are 18 en-suite bedrooms that blend the character of the coaching inn with the comforts of a luxury hotel.
Please note that there is complimentary on site parking, however due to the one way system the post code for the car park is OX14 3JD.
Good to know
- Hotel check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Hotel check-out time: 11:00 AM
Parking Facilities
Complimentary on site parking is available at the back of the hotel.
Please note that the car park is not accessible from Bridge Street, the entrance is via Abbey Close. If you follow the signposts for Guild Hall once you are in Abingdon-on-Thames, the hotel's driveway is adjacent to the Guild Hall on Abbey Close.
Disabled Access
As the propery is Grade II listed there are no suitable rooms available
History of the hotel
With a history dating back to 1605, The Crown & Thistle on Bridge Street re-opened its doors in 2013, following a £1.8m restoration. This Grade II listed coaching inn comprises three individual buildings clustered around a cobbled courtyard, framed by 200-year-old wisteria. Having been sympathetically designed, many of the buildings' original features, such as timber beams, open brickwork, and window frames that aren't square, remain throughout the restaurant, extensive bar area, elegant function rooms and 18 boutique-style bedrooms.
Child Policy
Children are welcome, additional beds are available upon request in selected rooms. A charge of £15 per child per night is applicable for bed and breakfast. For families, they offer a bespoke children's menu with accompanying activity pack.
Dogs Policy
Small or medium dogs welcome in standard rooms only at additional cost of £20 per stay. Please contact us before booking.
The Rooms at The Crown and Thistle
Double room
Individually designed in boutique-style, en-suite bathroom.
Finished to a superb standard, every bathroom contains a range of luxury toiletries and a power shower. In addition to a kettle and selection of speciality teas, you'll find a smart HD TV, iPod docking station, hairdryer, and a well-stocked minibar. The convenience of an iron and ironing board is provided, while free superfast WiFi and a tempting room service menu complete the package.
The Crown and Thistle - Double room
Twin or King room
Individually designed in boutique-style, en-suite bathroom.
Finished to a superb standard, every bathroom contains a range of luxury toiletries and a power shower. In addition to a kettle and selection of speciality teas, you'll find a smart HD TV, iPod docking station, hairdryer, and a well-stocked minibar. The convenience of an iron and ironing board is provided, while free superfast WiFi and a tempting room service menu complete the package.
The Crown and Thistle - Twin or King room
Executive room
Individually designed in boutique-style, with iPod docking stations, flat screen televisions, mini bars, air conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities. Luxury bathrooms feature walk-in showers and a beautiful roll-top bath.
The Crown and Thistle - Executive room
Character suite
Beautiful, bright, comfortable suite with four poster bed, open plan roll top bath. En-suite bathroom with double shower cubicle.
The Crown and Thistle - Character room
Family room
Individually designed in boutique-style, with iPod docking stations, flat screen televisions, mini bars, air conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities. Luxury bathrooms feature walk-in showers and a bath.
Family rooms can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children
The Crown and Thistle - Family room
The Restaurant
Here you'll find a seasonal menu inspired by Mediterranean flavours. Within an open kitchen, chefs prepare dishes made using quality produce, traceable from farm to fork. Meat, poultry and free-range eggs come from British farms, while fish is responsibley sourced and delivered daily.
Whether you're tempted to try a Neapolitan pizza, freshly prepared by one of the hotel's trained pizzaiolos and cooked in the wood-fired oven, or one of the dishes cooked to order in our charcoal-fuelled Josper grill, you'll find something to appeal to your taste and dietary requirements.
For families, there's a bespoke children's menu with accompanying activity pack.
Opening Times
Food Service times
Monday - Thursday: 7am - 10pm
Friday: 7am - 10.30pm
Saturday: 8am - 10.30pm
Sunday: 8am - 9pm
The Crown and Thistle Location
Map & Directions
Address
18 Bridge Street
Abingdon on Thames
Oxford
OX14 3HS
Complimentary on site parking is available at the back of the hotel.
Please note that the car park is not accessible from Bridge Street, the entrance is via Abbey Close. If you follow the signposts for Guild Hall once you are in Abingdon-on-Thames, the hotel's driveway is adjacent to the Guild Hall on Abbey Close.
How to get here
Please note that the car park is not accessible from Bridge Street, the entrance is via Abbey Close. If you follow the signposts for Guild Hall once you are in Abingdon-on-Thames, the hotel's driveway is adjacent to the Guild Hall on Abbey Close.
The best postcode to use with your Satnav is OX14 3JD
The best postcode to use with your Satnav is OX14 3JD
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Location & Local Attractions
The Crown and Thistle is Centrally located in the historic market town Abingdon. Just a couple of minutes walk to the enjoy the River Thames or the boutique shops.
From here it is less than 20 minutes to the heart of Oxford, browse the Bodleian Library or admire the architecture of the prestigeous universirty and colleges dating back to the 12th century.
Blenheim Palace is only 12 miles or perhaps Notley Abbey or simply relax in the historic and stylish surroundings of the hotel.