If you're a Cotswolds local, looking for just the right venue to host this year's Christmas party, The Stroud's recent renovations have crowned it one of the best spots in the area for private events. If you're yet to discover this boutique hotel, you'll find The Stroud in the heart of its eponymous market town, housed within a Grade II Listed building, brimming with character and original features.
While the hotel's stylish restaurant and cosy cocktail bar both make lovely spots to host a meal or few drinks for the work gang, there's also an exclusive-use space on the ground floor that can be all yours for a larger shindig. With an open-plan format, exposed stone walls and plenty of natural light, the events space is a beautiful blank canvas for any festive decorations you might have in mind.
For a seated, three-course meal, the space has a capacity of up to 60 guests, while standing drinks and canapes receptions work for up to 90. The friendly team enthusiastically welcome events bookings and so whatever your vision - whether it be an intimate dinner or all-night rager - just chat through your thoughts with them, and they'll be happy to make it happen.
All catering is providedin house and the team are passionate about local, seasonal produce, with an amazing menu of modern British fare. The online brochure boasts plenty of examples of dishes, from slow braised Angus beef and cask Guiness pie with honey-glazed carrots and mash potatoes to roast chicken supreme with garlic and thyme fondant potatoes. But, you'll need to check what's currently on offer, depending on the time of year.
One of the great things about The Stroud is that above the party lies 24 beautifully-designed, boutique bedrooms which can be reserved in advance, for the perfect end to a great evening.