13 hotels in the neighborhood of Newbury, West Berkshire - Page 1

Take in historic sights, sporting days out, and the lush countryside when you stay in a hotel in Newbury in South East England. This bustling market town, lined with shops, tea rooms, and restaurants, is set near grand castles, a world-famous racecourse and the picturesque Berkshire Downs. Those travelling on business tend to appreciate Newbury's wide choice of conference venues as well as the town's easy access to the renowned city of Oxford, around 40 minutes away by car.

What should I do when I stay in Newbury?

Newbury's vibrant town centre features elegant 17th and 18th-century buildings as well as a host of big-name retailers, independent boutiques, and buzzing restaurants. If you're interested in history, you can learn all about life in the local area at the West Berkshire Museum or visit Donnington Castle, a ruined medieval fortress with an imposing 14th-century gatehouse, a five-minute drive from the town centre.

Culture lovers and those looking to go out on the town after work hours can check out music, comedy and dance performances at the Corn Exchange or take in plays at the scenic Watermill Theatre. The surrounding, picturesque landscape of the North Wessex Downs offers a range of nature-based excursions including cycle routes, horse riding paths, and walking trails.

What business facilities can I access in and around Newbury?

Newbury is home to a number of meeting venues including Shaw House, an imposing Elizabethan mansion set on landscaped grounds on the outskirts of town. The rural Sheepdrove Eco Conference Centre, located on a 2,500-acre working organic farm, is about 30 minutes drive away. Many of the ancient colleges at the prestigious University of Oxford, set around 50km from Newbury, offer a variety of event spaces and accommodation for delegates.