The Royal Oak, Leighterton

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The Royal Oak, Leighterton The beautiful Grade II listed Royal Oak at Leighterton is thought to date from the 1700s to 1800s. The village’s ancient church – St.
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In recent years, the building has undergone extensive renovation which saw it carefully restored whilst ensuring that it stayed faithful to its origins. With a true Cotswold village pub atmosphere, the Royal Oak offers roaring log fires in winter and a pretty walled garden for outdoor dining in summer. BBC’s Doomsday Reloaded described the Royal Oak as "more likely a village pub than many in the Cotswolds". Ample parking is provided in our private car park within the grounds of the pub. Whether you’d like a three-course lunch, dinner, a simple bar snack, or just a relaxing drink, the Royal Oak will offer you a warm welcome in an idyllic country setting. The Royal Oak is a few miles south-west of Tetbury, surrounded by rolling countryside and picturesque Cotswold villages. Badminton, Highgrove House, Westonbirt Arboretum and the Cotswold Way are within a stone’s throw. Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham and Cirencester are a short drive away. Our GPS co-ordinates are: 51.6193° N, 2.2564° W

The Monarch’s Way – the 615 mile route that Charles II took when fleeing Cromwell's troops after the Battle of Worcester in 1651 – traverses Leighterton, passing through the site of the pub. Ours is the only Royal Oak pub situated directly on the Monarch’s Way route. Andrews – dates from the 13th century. The cemetery is the resting place for twenty four members of the Australian Flying Corps, who were stationed at RAF Leighterton and served during the First World War. The Royal British Legion holds an annual ANZAC Day Parade and Service in the village to remember those who died. As a free house, the Royal Oak has an excellent selection of local and guest ales, craft lagers, ciders, perries, and delicious wines. Your favourite tipple can be enjoyed in our cosy bar, snug, tap room, library room or in our lovely walled garden. Our talented chefs create a range of classic dishes, innovative specials and scrummy puddings using seasonal local and regional ingredients whenever they are available. Meals are served in the bar, snugs, the informal dining room and, weather permitting, in the walled garden. Booking is advisable for weekends and large groups. We are normally closed on Mondays, except on public holidays, in which case we are open from 12:00 to 17:00 (food orders until 15:30)

🍂The second phase of our Autumn Tasting Menu, showcasing seasonal ingredients and refined flavours by the seasons. 🍂- Se...
01/11/2026

🍂The second phase of our Autumn Tasting Menu, showcasing seasonal ingredients and refined flavours by the seasons. 🍂

- Sea bass, onion soup, cauliflower, black garlic, clam foam & radicchio.

- Hay- smoked venison loin, game fa**ot, blackberry ketchup, turnip pave, blackberry & beetroot jus.

- Brillat savarin, pressed apple, fig jam, sable jammie dodger.

📸-Rupert Marlow

🍂 A taste of autumn, beautifully crafted. The first phase of our Tasting Menu is here! 🍂- Bone marrow crème brûlée & Oxf...
29/10/2026

🍂 A taste of autumn, beautifully crafted. The first phase of our Tasting Menu is here! 🍂

- Bone marrow crème brûlée & Oxford blue cheese celeriac rosti.

- Soreen loaf & apple c***r vinegar butter.

- Game pate en croute, fermented plum, quince & mustard jam, b**r pickled cucumber.

📸- Rupert Marlow

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Autumn Tasting Menu last week! 🍂It was a pleasure sharing our seasona...
27/10/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Autumn Tasting Menu last week! 🍂

It was a pleasure sharing our seasonal creations with you all. 🍽️

Missed out? Don’t worry! Keep your eyes peeled for a recap of all the courses.🥂

It’s time to put the spotlight on one of our new starters for this autumn season! 🍂Compressed heritage beetroots, carrot...
26/10/2026

It’s time to put the spotlight on one of our new starters for this autumn season! 🍂

Compressed heritage beetroots, carrot ribbons,radishes, warm fig chutney, spiced yogurt and rocket. 🫜

The perfect starter after a long walk in the countryside. 🌳

🍂Our final table is still available to book for our Autumn Food & W**e tasting. 🍂Call us on 01666890250 or email info@th...
19/10/2026

🍂Our final table is still available to book for our Autumn Food & W**e tasting. 🍂

Call us on 01666890250 or email [email protected]

To book now!

✨ A last minute table has become available! ✨Due to a last minute cancellation, we have a rare opportunity to book in fo...
14/10/2026

✨ A last minute table has become available! ✨

Due to a last minute cancellation, we have a rare opportunity to book in for our sold out seasonal tasting menu!

If you’ve been meaning to join us, now is your chance ❤️

DM or email us to get booked in! ✨

Availability only for Thursday 22nd October at 7pm 🍴

✨A new special has arrived at The Royal Oak ✨Stuffed rabbit saddle, pak choi, fondant potatoes, candy lychee and a stem ...
13/10/2026

✨A new special has arrived at The Royal Oak ✨

Stuffed rabbit saddle, pak choi, fondant potatoes, candy lychee and a stem ginger jus. 🍽️

Paired perfectly with the Waitau River Gewürztraminer from New Zealand, supplied by the brillant Mr.D'Arcy 🍷

Something a little different for your next visit 🙌🏻

29/09/2026

Introducing our new dishes here at The Royal Oak! 🙌🏻

Whether you’re joining us after an autumnal walk in the Cotswolds or settling in for a cosy dinner by the fire place, these dishes are perfect for all occasions! 🍂

New to the menu at The Royal Oak ✨Salt baked celeriac, charred chicory, pickled celery, roasted celeriac puree, toasted ...
22/09/2026

New to the menu at The Royal Oak ✨

Salt baked celeriac, charred chicory, pickled celery, roasted celeriac puree, toasted almonds.

Come and give it a taste- we can’t wait for you try it! 🙌🏻

New dishes on the menu from this evening! 🍽️Which one are you choosing? 👀      Locally sourced venison steak, king oyste...
18/09/2026

New dishes on the menu from this evening! 🍽️

Which one are you choosing? 👀



Locally sourced venison steak, king oyster mushrooms, braised venison, mushroom puree,
walnut & watercress salad, jus.

Pan-fried stone bass fillet, celery & apple broth, dill, brunoise potato & apple, rainbow chard, fennel seed oil.

Crown prince squash pave, crispy kale, squash & ricotta tortellini, glazed squash, garlic roasted seeds.

Address

1 The Street
Leighterton
GL88UN

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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+441666890250

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