Originally built in the 16th century the new Red Lion Hotel continues the tradition of old world craftsmanship, featuring exposed timber beams and a large Tudor fireplace, with modern day comfort. The Hotel has 55 en-suite guest bedrooms and all have air conditioning, modem points, tea and coffee making facilities and Sky TV. There are two superior rooms, The Charles I (He is reputed to have taken respite in the Red Lion in 1646 escaping from the Cromwellites after a battle at Oxford), and The Brunel (named after the renowned engineer & local university), both rooms offer exceptional comfort and space.