Stretching back more than four hundred years, this accommodation is featured in Charles Dickens' first novel, 'The Pickwick Papers. The same homely comforts which were enjoyed by Charles Dickens when visiting Towcester have been restored and blended with todays luxury. The continuing story of this accommodation proudly offers excellent standards of comfort and service to the discerning guest. The hotel is non smoking throughout.

Situated on the Roman Watling Street, ideally placed for a day at Towcester Racecourse, generally accepted as the toughest National Hunt course in Britain. Silverstone, for racing of a different kind, is just 4.827 km away. Also nearby is Stoke Bruerne, a canal village with cottages and colourful narrow boats.

The restaurant specialises in good simple English food. The bar also serves delicious meals, together with traditional ales.