Saracens Head Hotel

Dating back over 400 years, the Saracens Head featured in the Charles Dickens novel, ‘The Pickwick Papers’. It now mixes history, homely comforts and modern luxury.

A centrepiece in Towcester, the Saracens Head serves food all day in the lounge and bar areas, from traditional steak or fish and chips, to more modern choices.

The split-level lounge bar has welcomed locals and guests to Towcester for hundreds of years, with 3 distinct areas in which to relax and enjoy delicious snacks.

On a Roman street, the Saracen's Head is ideally placed for Towcester Racecourse. The Silverstone race track is just 3 miles (4.8 km) away. Also nearby is Stoke Bruerne, a canal-side village with cottages and narrow boats.

Rooms: 21

Hotel Chain: Old English Inns

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – Non-Smoking Rooms – Luggage Storage

Services

Room Service – Laundry – Dry Cleaning – Breakfast in the Room – Ironing Service – Bridal Suite – Packed Lunches – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Hotel information

The Saracens Head Hotel is an old English inn, owned and managed by Greene King Pub Company. Situated in the heart of this market town, the hotel is within walking distance of the famous Towcester horse racing course, and only a 10 minute drive from the Silverstone motor racing circuit.

The friendly bar is popular with locals and visitors alike, and there is always a great selection of draught ales, lagers and soft drinks. The hotel also offers a selection of wines by the glass or bottle.

The Victorian style restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. A range of dishes are available to suit all tastes, from sandwiches and light bites to a more substantial meal. The hotel also serves the full menu at the bar.

There is a range of facilities available for conferences, meetings and seminars. Due to the nature and age of the building, there is not a lift.

Food & beverage

The spacious restaurant recalls the charm and elegance of the Victorian era. The menu offers a range of dishes using fresh produce, which are complemented by an extensive wine list. The lounge bar is also open to the public and welcomes locals and visitors alike to relax over a glass as they have done for hundreds of years. The split-level bar offers 3 distinct areas of relaxation where delicious snacks are available.

Room information

31 en suite rooms all have their own individual character. There are also 2 feature rooms.

Area information

The Saracens Head Hotel is located in the heart of this market town and is approximately 4 miles from Silverstone Race Circuit and within walking distance to Towcester Race Course.

Milton Keynes Shopping Centre and MK Bowl are approximately 10 miles away.

Northampton is approximately 10 miles to the east.

Travel information

From j15a off the m1, take a43 into Towcester. At roundabout, take first exit on to a5 signposted Milton Keynes. Hotel is on your right.

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