Thames Head Inn

3.5 star property

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, plaid carpet, leather sofas, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
A bar area with wooden stools and a counter, surrounded by shelves with various items.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative headboard, and a mirror.
The Thames Head Inn, a traditional building with a sign indicating a car park for patrons only.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, adjacent to a stone building with a pitched roof.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Tetbury Road, Cirencester, England, GL7 6NZ
  • Place, Source of the River Thames
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cirencester Church
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cirencester

Thames Head Inn places you within a leisurely stroll of River Thames and Thames Path. This 4-room, 3.5-star inn has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Source of the River Thames - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Cirencester Church - 10 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Gloucester Quays - 45 min drive - 26.7 miles
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 50 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 17 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Toro Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Marlborough Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roots & Seeds - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jacks - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Thames Head Inn

Guests of Thames Head Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Thames Head Inn Cirencester
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Thames Head Inn Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Thames Head Inn?

Thames Head Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Thames Head Inn?

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thames Head Inn on Aug 12, 2026 start from $122, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Thames Head Inn?

Guests enjoy the inn's walkable location in Cirencester based on their ratings, and it's a short 12-minute walk from River Thames and also 9 minutes on foot from Thames Path. You'll also find Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Thames Head Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does Thames Head Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Thames Head Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thames Head Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Thames Head Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden at this inn.

Does Thames Head Inn have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Thames Head Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Thames Head Inn serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Thames Head Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Thames Head Inn and the property also provides an off-leash area for pets.

Does Thames Head Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Thames Head Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Thames Head Inn.

Thames Head Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 740 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay, lovely food and good choice of drinks Lovely staff and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Great stay, breakfast cooked to order.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely food and nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third stay. Highly recommend. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice English breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small but well equipped room. Perfect for a single night stay. Nice pub with good food at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, atmospheric, room. Great breakfast. Super pub with very good food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kind staff, cute rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can’t comment on the breakfast as I left early but my dinner in the evening was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond to provide a great service. Very friendly, helpful and made the stay most enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, cozy room and just a really fun place to stay with amazing food!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent and couldn't do enough to be helpful. The Inn had a lovely cosy feel and a menu to match. We met friends there and we were all similarly impressed. The beds were extremely comfortable too!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is outstanding on very hot plates, good selection and fabulous coffee. The rooms are warm small and cosy and the bed very comfortable. The restaurant bar area very welcoming food is excellent. Staff are very warm and friendly nothing to much trouble
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a place to stay. Friendly welcome, evening food excellent, real ale. Clean double ensuite, plenty of tea and coffee. Outstanding full English Breakfast served with a smile. Great way to start the Thames Path. Thank you.🙏
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our 5th stay here, and it was, as usual, comfortable, clean, friendly staff and food very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aju Vijayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at this traditional inn and pub, the room was small but comfortable, and the food was amazing - both dinner and the full English breakfast offered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was lovely Room was great Nice and warm Food was excellent evening meal And breakfast, nice And hot Compliments to the chef
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay great food too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Warm welcome, comfortable room and excellent food at a very popular pub. Frequently in the area and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chuanjin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice Inn, just on the road side, easy parking and convenient to have dinner at the inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was warm, comfortable and quiet. The pub had am extensive menu and I was happy with what I ordered.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

Great staff, lovely food and drink. Rooms were good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Layne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024