The Bear of Rodborough Hotel Reviews

The Bear of Rodborough Hotel

Stroud, Gloucestershire

4.9 out of 5 rating, 28 reviews

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Esther G. Sent on 10/12/2024

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Perfect venue

We absolutely loved having our wedding at the Bear. They were very relaxed yet also responsive on the run up to the day - Amanda is brilliant and was there to answer all of the little questions we had. Our food was wonderful - their menu caters well for everyone and the vegan food in particular was excellent. Lots of our guests commented on how good it was on the day! All of the staff were lovely on the day - just quietly sorting everything out behind the scenes but there if you needed them. Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved having our wedding at the Bear. They were very relaxed yet also responsive on the run up to the day - Amanda is brilliant and was there to answer all of the little questions we had. Our food was wonderful - their menu caters well for everyone and the vegan food in particular was excellent. Lots of our guests commented on how good it was on the day! All of the staff were lovely on the day - just quietly sorting everything out behind the scenes but there if you needed them. Highly recommend!
Hannah H. Sent on 16/09/2024

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A magical day

We cannot thank The Bear of Rodborough enough for the wonderful day they helped us to create.

In the lead up, we felt fully supported and nothing felt like too much.

We really appreciated all of the attention to detail on the day which made our day run smoothly.

The food was delicious; we chose afternoon tea for our wedding breakfast, which was the perfect choice for a very hot summers day!

We would not change a thing about our day and it just felt truly magical. If you're looking for a beautiful venue where everything can be taken care of for you, look no further!

We cannot thank The Bear of Rodborough enough for the wonderful day they helped us to create.

In the lead up, we felt fully supported and nothing felt like too much.

We really appreciated all of the attention to detail on the day which made our day run smoothly.

The food was delicious; we chose afternoon tea for our wedding breakfast, which was the perfect choice for a very hot summers day!

We would not change a thing about our day and it just felt truly magical. If you're looking for a beautiful venue where everything can be taken care of for you, look no further!
M Falcon Sent on 23/04/2024

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Our perfect wedding day!

Our wedding was in early 2024. The Bear as a choice for us was fairly clear after we had seen the other venues in our price range, which while lovely, they didn't all meet major requirement which the Bear did. The venue is a beautiful hotel with amazing views over the local area of the Cotswolds. We had private rooms for our wedding and our ceremony in the Library (The fine dining resturant when in normal use).
We loved that all our family had the option to stay in the venue for the night after our wedding due to the amount of rooms. There were no complaints which reached us the morning after about the rooms from family, only positives.
The staff at The Bear of Rodborough were absolutely amazing! All the people working on the day from junior to senior staff showed the upmost quality of support and service. The food for the wedding breakfast was also the best wedding food we have had before and no one was left hungry or unable to eat a course due to a dietry restriction (and we had a range of allergies!). Overall, the team had so much experience not only as a hotel but a wedding venue and it showed. We could not have asked for a better organised day.

Our wedding was in early 2024. The Bear as a choice for us was fairly clear after we had seen the other venues in our price range, which while lovely, they didn't all meet major requirement which the Bear did. The venue is a beautiful hotel with amazing views over the local area of the Cotswolds. We had private rooms for our wedding and our ceremony in the Library (The fine dining resturant when in normal use).
We loved that all our family had the option to stay in the venue for the night after our wedding due to the amount of rooms. There were no complaints which reached us the morning after about the rooms from family, only positives.
The staff at The Bear of Rodborough were absolutely amazing! All the people working on the day from junior to senior staff showed the upmost quality of support and service. The food for the wedding breakfast was also the best wedding food we have had before and no one was left hungry or unable to eat a course due to a dietry restriction (and we had a range of allergies!). Overall, the team had so much experience not only as a hotel but a wedding venue and it showed. We could not have asked for a better organised day.

Natalie H. Sent on 18/04/2024

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Totally flawless

Amanda at the bear was absolutely incredible. The whole day went smoothly without any hiccups. Nothing is too much for the team here. The food was delicious. Our day could not have been better

Amanda at the bear was absolutely incredible. The whole day went smoothly without any hiccups. Nothing is too much for the team here. The food was delicious. Our day could not have been better
Amy Sent on 05/04/2024

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Perfection

Amanda and the whole team at The Bear are just incredible. From the moment we booked up until the wedding nothing was too much of an ask. The replies were always prompt and questions were never left unanswered. Amanda and the whole team are so friendly, welcoming and attentive. The whole day ran smoothly without any issues. We had so many compliments from our guests on how beautiful the hotel was, how amazing the food was and how lovely all the staff were. We honestly could not have booked a more perfect wedding venue. We will always be thankful and grateful to Amanda and the whole team for helping us achieve the most magical wedding day.
We can not wait to go back and celebrate our Anniversary’s!

Amanda and the whole team at The Bear are just incredible. From the moment we booked up until the wedding nothing was too much of an ask. The replies were always prompt and questions were never left unanswered. Amanda and the whole team are so friendly, welcoming and attentive. The whole day ran smoothly without any issues. We had so many compliments from our guests on how beautiful the hotel was, how amazing the food was and how lovely all the staff were. We honestly could not have booked a more perfect wedding venue. We will always be thankful and grateful to Amanda and the whole team for helping us achieve the most magical wedding day.
We can not wait to go back and celebrate our Anniversary’s!
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Debbie R. Sent on 14/02/2024

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We struck gold!

We couldn’t have chosen a better wedding venue than The Bear of Rodborough for our wedding on 1st December, 2023.

The Bear is unique. The first thing that must strike any visitor to The Bear is its extraordinarily beautiful location! The views from the hotel, with its high position within a huge expanse of rural beauty, is just breathtaking!

But The Bear does not rely on its geographical location alone to make it attractive. As one enters the hotel it is immediately apparent that the interior is full of character and charm with its many intriguing nooks and crannies. The bar is well-stocked and the rooms offer comfort, convenience and variety that make this a suitable venue for those guests with mobility issues.

From the first time we met with Amanda and the team we knew we had struck gold. Nothing was too much trouble and our ideas and changes-of-mind were always received with flexibility and willingness to accommodate the many personal touches that we wished to incorporate into our small family wedding.

We needed to accommodate 25 guests and the Terrace Room worked perfectly for our ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening entertainment. We also had use of the Garden Room, with its cosy, blazing log fire, and the Marquee, which, when warmed with the efficient and silent heaters, offered a sizeable and comfortable space for larger groups of guests to sit and talk.

The food was outstanding and this vital aspect of our day offered yet another example where the restaurant manager and the chef were wonderfully accommodating. Our guests’ dietary needs were easily met and the service, appearance and, most importantly, taste of the food were superb.

If all this wasn’t enough, just across the road is a renowned ice cream factory, where the local Winstones ice cream is made, sold and delicious! Who knows…this, too, might become a feature of your wedding at The Bear!

We couldn’t have chosen a better wedding venue than The Bear of Rodborough for our wedding on 1st December, 2023.

The Bear is unique. The first thing that must strike any visitor to The Bear is its extraordinarily beautiful location! The views from the hotel, with its high position within a huge expanse of rural beauty, is just breathtaking!

But The Bear does not rely on its geographical location alone to make it attractive. As one enters the hotel it is immediately apparent that the interior is full of character and charm with its many intriguing nooks and crannies. The bar is well-stocked and the rooms offer comfort, convenience and variety that make this a suitable venue for those guests with mobility issues.

From the first time we met with Amanda and the team we knew we had struck gold. Nothing was too much trouble and our ideas and changes-of-mind were always received with flexibility and willingness to accommodate the many personal touches that we wished to incorporate into our small family wedding.

We needed to accommodate 25 guests and the Terrace Room worked perfectly for our ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening entertainment. We also had use of the Garden Room, with its cosy, blazing log fire, and the Marquee, which, when warmed with the efficient and silent heaters, offered a sizeable and comfortable space for larger groups of guests to sit and talk.

The food was outstanding and this vital aspect of our day offered yet another example where the restaurant manager and the chef were wonderfully accommodating. Our guests’ dietary needs were easily met and the service, appearance and, most importantly, taste of the food were superb.

If all this wasn’t enough, just across the road is a renowned ice cream factory, where the local Winstones ice cream is made, sold and delicious! Who knows…this, too, might become a feature of your wedding at The Bear!
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Samantha J. Sent on 13/02/2024

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Just perfect

Amanda and her team were amazing. From the moment we first met, all through the arrangements and the wedding itself, nothing was too much trouble. We were always made to feel welcome and special. Amanda’s attention to detail is second to none and her team were just as good. Thank you ☺️

Amanda and her team were amazing. From the moment we first met, all through the arrangements and the wedding itself, nothing was too much trouble. We were always made to feel welcome and special. Amanda’s attention to detail is second to none and her team were just as good. Thank you ☺️
Goegria M. Sent on 16/10/2023

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Brilliant from start to finish

We got married on 16/09/23 and it went perfectly, the staff were all great, food was absolutely perfect and all of our guests said how well looked after they felt. Amanda was also brilliant from start to finish, she replied to all of my questions very quickly right up until a few days before. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an intimate wedding in a beautiful & characteristic venue.

We got married on 16/09/23 and it went perfectly, the staff were all great, food was absolutely perfect and all of our guests said how well looked after they felt. Amanda was also brilliant from start to finish, she replied to all of my questions very quickly right up until a few days before. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an intimate wedding in a beautiful & characteristic venue.
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Dawn H. Sent on 27/09/2023

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Fabulous wedding

Amanda and her team at The Bear of Rodborough were fabulous throughout the planning process to the actual day itself. It was just what we wanted, a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of food! We enjoyed afternoon tea and sausage rolls and then a fantastic BBQ in the evening, all of our guests said how great it was. It was great value for money and the little details like the reception keeping me up to date with who had booked rooms for overnight stays, made it even better. Thank you so much Amanda.

Amanda and her team at The Bear of Rodborough were fabulous throughout the planning process to the actual day itself. It was just what we wanted, a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of food! We enjoyed afternoon tea and sausage rolls and then a fantastic BBQ in the evening, all of our guests said how great it was. It was great value for money and the little details like the reception keeping me up to date with who had booked rooms for overnight stays, made it even better. Thank you so much Amanda.
Susie W. Sent on 11/09/2023

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Best venue we could've wished for

We are absolutely over the moon we chose the Bear of Rodborough for our big day on 9th September 2023. We wouldn't have changed a single thing. The whole team there are simply amazing and friendly. The wedding co-ordinator Amanda could not have been more professional, friendly and always on hand to answer my numerous questions, she really knows her stuff. Everything went like a dream and came together perfectly. From the time we arrived the night before we received the highest possible service from the excellent team. Nothing at all was too much trouble and they always seemed to pre-empt what we needed or would like as an extra touch. The ceremony and wedding breakfast was organised beautifully and the food was simply gorgeous, we had a lot of happy guests. I cannot recommend this as a venue enough. Absolutely worthy of a 5 star rating. Massive thanks to everyone who looked after us. We will be back to visit for some food and a drink very soon.

We are absolutely over the moon we chose the Bear of Rodborough for our big day on 9th September 2023. We wouldn't have changed a single thing. The whole team there are simply amazing and friendly. The wedding co-ordinator Amanda could not have been more professional, friendly and always on hand to answer my numerous questions, she really knows her stuff. Everything went like a dream and came together perfectly. From the time we arrived the night before we received the highest possible service from the excellent team. Nothing at all was too much trouble and they always seemed to pre-empt what we needed or would like as an extra touch. The ceremony and wedding breakfast was organised beautifully and the food was simply gorgeous, we had a lot of happy guests. I cannot recommend this as a venue enough. Absolutely worthy of a 5 star rating. Massive thanks to everyone who looked after us. We will be back to visit for some food and a drink very soon.
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