Crab & Boar, Newbury (Berkshire) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Wantage Road, Newbury (Berkshire), United Kingdom, RG20 8UE

Crab & Boar is a traditional country pub with boutique accommodations located in Chieveley, West Berkshire. The hotel features elegant rooms and an award-winning restaurant that emphasizes locally-sourced seasonal ingredients. It is positioned near various historical sites, including Donnington Castle and Highclere Castle, making it an ideal base for exploration.

Location

Located just 10 km from Newbury Racecourse and surrounded by picturesque countryside, Crab & Boar provides convenient access to historical landmarks and outdoor activities. The hotel is approximately 70 km from Southampton and is easily reachable by car, making it a prime spot for both relaxation and exploration.

Rooms

Crab & Boar offers 14 luxurious bedrooms, each showcasing a unique style and charm. All rooms feature antique furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and comfortable king-sized beds dressed with high-quality linens. En-suite bathrooms are well-appointed with natural British bath products, and dog-friendly options are available.

Eat & Drink

The on-site restaurant is renowned for its award-winning menu, focusing on fresh, local produce and seasonal game. Guests can enjoy a full à la carte breakfast, as well as a delightful Sunday lunch featuring traditional British pub fare. The bar serves a wide selection of local ales, wines, and craft cocktails.

Leisure & Business

Crab & Boar offers versatile spaces for special events and business meetings, with complimentary WiFi and catering options available. Guests can relax in the pub's beer garden or enjoy local walking and cycling trails in West Berkshire's scenic countryside. Additionally, there is a Tesla Supercharger for electric vehicles.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Standard Double Room

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2 persons

25 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Newbury (Berkshire) 7.3 km

Airports

Southampton (SOU) 66.3 km

London Heathrow (LHR) 75.7 km

Train

Newbury Racecourse 7.8 km

Bus

Bus stop500 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious and immaculately clean, featuring comfortable furnishings and tasteful decor that made our stay very enjoyable.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was superb, with a variety of high-quality options that truly made our mornings special and helped us forget the previous day's less-than-stellar lunch.” view full review

Charming Decor

“The internal decor radiated warm vibes, creating a lovely atmosphere that enhanced our overall experience during our stay.” view full review

Cozy Bar Space

“The separate bar area offered a quaint and cozy ambiance, perfect for relaxing and unwinding after a long day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Wantage Road, Newbury (Berkshire), United Kingdom, RG20 8UE

Map view

Wantage Road, Newbury (Berkshire), United Kingdom, RG20 8UE

City landmarks

Park

Snelsmore Common

3.2 km

Bussock Camp

2.0 km

Bussock Court

1.9 km

Church

St. Mary the Virgin Church

1.9 km

Chapel of St. James the Less

2.2 km

Church of St James

2.5 km

Church of St Barnabas

3.0 km

Castle

Donnington Castle

5.0 km

Arlington Arts Centre

3.1 km

Camping

Newbury Show Ground

3.1 km

Parish Church of St Andrew

3.7 km

Park

Welford Park

4.8 km

Naafi

4.5 km

donnington valley

4.6 km

Church of St Gregory

4.8 km

Theatre

Watermill Theatre

4.8 km

Church of St Nicholas

4.8 km

Welford Rd

St Gregorys Church

4.8 km

Hangman's Stone Lane

West Berkshire Golf Club

4.9 km

Church

Church Of St Bartholomew

5.0 km

Chapel of Saint Bartholomew

5.0 km

Shaw House Church Road

Shaw House

6.1 km

Church

St. Margaret's Church

6.1 km

Ladywell Speen Lane

The Ladywell at Speen

6.1 km

Donnington Grove Country Club

6.2 km

Restaurants

Crab & Boar

0 m

Wantage Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly Staff

Great Location

Plain Rooms

Disappointing Dining

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

8.0

Service

8.3

Dining

6.7

Emma

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers spacious and luxurious rooms with a fantastic bathroom. The hot tub is immaculate and set at the perfect temperature, providing a truly relaxing experience. The staff is friendly and professional, ensuring a pleasant stay overall. However, the rural location may not be suitable for those who prefer urban settings, and the dining experience could use some improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are very comfortable and nicely done, with a wonderful bathroom that adds a touch of luxury to the stay.

Service

8.0

The staff is friendly and professional, making sure guests feel welcome and well taken care of during their visit.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in a rural area but still conveniently close to the M4, providing a peaceful setting with easy access to nearby attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers freshly cooked meals and a nice variety, although there is room for enhancement to cater to different tastes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has good areas with different styles of seating and amenities available for guests to enjoy a comfortable stay.

Joe

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were plain and bland, but the hot tub was a nice touch. The location offered beautiful views and a rural feel despite being close to the motorway. However, the dining experience fell short with some cold dishes. Overall, a decent value for money option with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although plain, had the bonus of a hot tub. It was nice when the curtains were closed for darkness.

Service

9.0

The staff were accommodating, friendly, and efficient, making my stay special. The dog-friendly policy was a nice touch.

Location

8.0

The location was delightful, offering great views and a magical 'secret world' feel. Despite being close to the motorway, it felt secluded within its private garden patio.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had highlights like the sea fruit platter, but there were some disappointing aspects like cold dishes. Improvements could be made in service by checking preferences before serving.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good overall, with special pet amenities available. However, there were no outdoor seating options to enjoy the surroundings.

Friendly Staff

Plain Rooms

Gordon

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.8/10

The hotel provided a faultless meal experience and the rooms were nice, clean, and modern, yet uncomfortably hot at night due to the lack of air conditioning or even a fan. The main bar was easily accessible.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were nice, clean, and modern but extremely hot at night with a complete lack of air-con or even a fan.

Service

8.0

The staff were fabulous, although there was an issue where they asked us to be quieter even though we felt we were fine.

Location

9.0

The location was beautiful with stunning scenery, great for exploring the area, even allowing for a walk to open countryside right from the pub.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was of good quality and tasty but occasionally cold, lacking some elements compared to the main meal standards.