The Olde Peculiar

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Suite, Ensuite
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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The Green, Handsacre, Rugeley, England, WS15 4DP
  • Place, Hawkesyard Estate
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cannock Chase
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lichfield Cathedral
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rugeley

The Olde Peculiar is located within a few miles (5 km) of Hawkesyard Estate and Cannock Chase. This 3-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Hawkesyard Estate - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cannock Chase - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Delta Force Paintball Lichfield - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cannock Chase Country Park - 11 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Lichfield Cathedral - 14 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rugeley Town Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Olde Peculiar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Swan with Two Necks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion On The Green - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Plaza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Spode Cottage - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Olde Peculiar

The Olde Peculiar features free WiFi in public areas and a computer station. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM—-9:00 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:

  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Olde Peculiar?

This inn is located in Rugeley, close to Midland Karting, Cannock Chase, and National Memorial Arboretum. You'll also find Hawkesyard Estate and Cannock Chase Country Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Olde Peculiar?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Olde Peculiar on Jun 9, 2026 start from $131, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Olde Peculiar?

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

Does The Olde Peculiar include a casino?

No, The Olde Peculiar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Olde Peculiar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Olde Peculiar good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a kitchen and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Olde Peculiar?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Olde Peculiar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Olde Peculiar doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Olde Peculiar allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Olde Peculiar.

Are there connecting rooms at The Olde Peculiar?

Yes, this inn has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from The Olde Peculiar?

The closest major airport to The Olde Peculiar is Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is 25.6 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is around 23.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Olde Peculiar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Olde Peculiar.

The Olde Peculiar Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 94 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Upstairs room really big, good location, free parking. Stayed there before, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tilman

Friendly staff, clean rooms, good value for price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Wayne Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely place and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great value & good food

Great food, great price, comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room very warm comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Amenities
Lovely pub with rooms. Just what we needed for our stopover on a long journey. Good beer, lovely food, comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Jane

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

Lovely village pub

Lovely stay to visit family. Good location. Friendly place. Comfortable room. Food looks great and entertainment too. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Perfect little pub

Lovely little pub with friendly locals and brilliant food. Wished I was staying longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
room was clean and everything i needed,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in as key was just in the door Room was nice and clean Very happy with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome with good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. No breakfast available which is a shame.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

James

Nice clean room with clean and bright shower room. Biscuits, coffee and tea. But bed not brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Cracking pub!

Lovely friendly pub with awesome beer, delicious food and a very warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

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

Yes!

Nice place, friendly staff. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean

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

Ideal

Good place to stay for a few days visiting Lichfield (3.5 miles from the city). Comfortable room, good food and pleasant helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

The owner was very helpful and friendly. Property had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stewart

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

Good place to stay

Easy check in, great size accommodation, comfortable bed, easy parking. Small shower, toilet missing flush and cistern top,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

robert

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

Old peculiar (quite normal)

Super friendly and helpful staff. Great pub. Clean rooms with Comfortable beds. Will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

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

Perfect 1night stay over

CLean and tidy, perfect for a one night stay over.. basic but enough
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Very Good

Friendly staff, excellent food in the evening. Comfy bed. Room was basic and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Comfortable & welcoming

The Old Peculiar offers excellent, comfortable room-only facilities, breakfast not being available. This suited our purpose for a family visit, & the atmosphere & evening meals are worthy of note.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023