Crab & Boar - Newbury (Berkshire)

Award-winning restaurant, dog-friendly rooms, and countryside location in Berkshire

Dining

The Crab & Boar's restaurant holds an award for its focus on locally-sourced seafood and seasonal game. Menus change with the seasons, highlighting ingredients from Berkshire farms and coastal suppliers. Sunday lunch draws visitors from across Newbury for slow-roasted beef and homemade desserts.

Rooms

Each Crab and Boar bedroom includes antique furnishings and Egyptian cotton linen. The Signature rooms offer free-standing baths and walk-in rainfall showers for a more spacious layout. Some rooms open onto private patios or terraces overlooking the surrounding countryside.

Pet-Friendly

The Crab & Boar Newbury welcomes dogs in all guest rooms and in the dining areas during meal service. Pet baskets, bowls, and treats are provided upon arrival, and the large gardens offer space for exercise. The hotel also supplies a dedicated field at the back for off-leash walks.

Location & Activities

The Crab and Boar Berkshire sits 11 km from Newbury Racecourse and 19 km from Highclere Castle. Guests can access the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for hiking and cycling directly from the hotel. Silchester Roman City and the historic town of Hungerford are within a 20-minute drive.

Facilities & Events

The Crab & Boar offers an on-site Tesla charging point for electric vehicle guests, plus free parking in a large car park. The venue provides customizable packages for private dining, business meetings, and wedding receptions with views over the rolling hills. Roaring log fires are lit in the bar and lounge areas during colder months.

• Dining: Award-winning restaurant serving locally-sourced seafood and seasonal game
• Rooms: Signature rooms with free-standing baths and antique furnishings
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome in rooms and dining areas with pet baskets and bowls
• Location: 11 km from Newbury Racecourse, 19 km from Highclere Castle
• Amenities: On-site Tesla charging point and free parking
• Events: Customizable private dining and business meeting facilities