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The Talbot Hotel

4.5(1,150)
Hotel

About

The Talbot Hotel blends Elizabethan charm with contemporary comfort in the heart of Oundle. Its 34 individually styled rooms offer modern amenities like smart TVs and free Wi-Fi, set within a historic coaching inn featuring timber-framed wings and a Collyweston slate roof.

Ideal for business gatherings, the hotel provides characterful private event spaces alongside seasonal British cuisine crafted from local ingredients. A relaxed bar, private courtyard garden, and free parking complete the setting for seamless meetings and overnight stays.

Best for

  • Historic venue for executive dinners
  • Boutique hotel for multi-night stays
  • Private meetings in characterful spaces

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

Elizabethan coaching inn rebuilt in 1626
Historic Architecture
Elizabethan coaching inn rebuilt in 1626
The Talbot features a Collyweston slate roof and timber-framed wings, with an oak staircase reputedly descended by Mary, Queen of Scots before her execution. The building’s rich history adds character and a distinctive sense of place.
Private courtyard garden and terraces
Outdoor Spaces
Private courtyard garden and terraces
The hotel offers a private courtyard garden along with open terraces that provide a relaxed outdoor setting for gatherings, ideal for enjoying fresh air and seasonal events.
Modern British cuisine with local sourcing
Food & Beverage
Modern British cuisine with local sourcing
Menus are inspired by modern British food, crafted with ingredients thoughtfully sourced from local producers. The kitchen delivers dishes with character and care, complemented by a curated selection of drinks.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 1,150 reviews