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The Oxenham Arms

4.4(522)
Hotel

About

The Oxenham Arms Hotel is a Grade II Star Listed former Benedictine monastery dating back to the 12th century, centered around a prehistoric 5000-year-old standing stone. Its individually decorated rooms feature beamed ceilings and log fires, offering a distinctive lodging experience in the heart of Dartmoor's medieval village of South Zeal.

For business gatherings, the hotel provides private dining rooms alongside its AA Rosette-accredited restaurants and a historic bar first licensed in 1477. The tranquil grounds and proximity to Dartmoor walks create a unique setting for meetings or retreats just minutes from the A30 and Okehampton Railway station.

Best for

  • Historic venue for executive retreats
  • Private dining with local character
  • Group stays near Dartmoor business hubs

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

12th-century Benedictine monastery setting
Historic Architecture
12th-century Benedictine monastery setting
The hotel is housed in a Grade II Star Listed former Benedictine monastery built around a 5000-year-old prehistoric standing stone. The unique integration of this ancient monolith into the medieval building reflects over 850 years of continuous
Multiple historic dining rooms with character
Distinctive Dining Spaces
Multiple historic dining rooms with character
Groups can choose from the Standing Stone Snug bar, the Monastery Restaurant, or the large Oak Dining Room for events, each offering a setting rich with medieval ambiance, beamed ceilings, and log fires, providing a warm and memorable atmosphere for
Scenic Dartmoor village with gardens and walking trails
Location & Grounds
Scenic Dartmoor village with gardens and walking trails
Set in the medieval village of South Zeal, the hotel offers stunning Dartmoor views from its gardens and grounds, ideal for breaks and informal networking during events. The peaceful setting complements the quiet, relaxing nature of the ancient

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 522 reviews