The Fleece At Cirencester, Cirencester

Dining & Bar

The 1651 Bar and Restaurant serves international dishes cooked with local ingredients, with a menu that includes a Sunday roast featuring tender roast beef and Yorkshire puddings. In the summer, the Lounge Bar opens its floor-to-ceiling doors and serves sandwiches and snacks in a café-culture style. Private dining spaces within the Stableyard Restaurant allow guests to book intimate gatherings away from the main restaurant.

Rooms & Character

The Fleece is a 300-year-old Grade II listed building with original beams and log fires in the public areas. Rooms include Feature Rooms and Signature rooms, some with bathtubs and views of the church, and all come with complimentary biscuits and fresh milk. The bed in the Standard Double Room is described as comfortable, with high-quality toiletries from The White Company in some rooms.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

The hotel is dog-friendly and provides pet bowls, pet baskets, and specific dog-allowed areas within the bar. Dogs are permitted in certain rooms, which are cleaned with a £20 cleaning charge. The staff at The Fleece have been noted to accommodate dogs, such as moving a car to allow easier access for an anxious pet.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in Cirencester town centre, the hotel is a 10-minute drive from Cotswold Water Park and a 25-minute drive from Bourton-on-the-Water. Guests can walk to Cirencester Park for leisurely strolls and the Corinium Museum for Roman history. The hotel also engages in local community events and pop-up experiences.

Events & Business

The hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities, plus private dining spaces for intimate gatherings and celebrations. Express check-in and check-out are available, along with luggage storage and invoice provided for business guests. The 24-hour front desk and quick check-in process are noted in guest reviews.

Highlights

Dining: 1651 Bar and Restaurant with seasonal local menus

Rooms: 300-year-old Grade II listed original beams and log fires

Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly with pet bowls, baskets, and bar access

Location: 10 min from Cotswold Water Park and Cirencester town centre

Events: Private dining and meeting facilities for up to 8 guests