Royal Wootton Bassett · Est. 1700s
A Traditional Coaching Inn
at the Heart of Wiltshire
Great pub food, real ales, 17 en-suite rooms, and a Grade II listed Ballroom — all under one roof. Whether you're stopping in for a pint or planning the wedding of the year, The Angel is ready for you.
A Coaching Inn at the Heart of Royal Wootton Bassett
Serving the town since the 1700s — now home to great food, a well-stocked bar, comfortable rooms, and one of Wiltshire's finest event spaces. Whether you're stopping in for a pint or planning the wedding of the year, The Angel is ready for you.
300+
Years Serving
17
En-Suite Rooms
150
Event Capacity
Come on in…
Six reasons to come through our front door — from a quiet pint by the fire to your big day in the Ballroom.
Food & Drink
Great Pub Food, Every Day
Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Kitchen open Mon–Sat for lunch & dinner, Sunday roast 12–3.30pm.
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Bar & Terrace
Real Ales & Fine Spirits
Arkell's house beers, rotating guest ales, premium gins with Fever Tree, and a sun-trap courtyard terrace.
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Rooms
17 En-Suite Rooms
Vi-Spring beds, Egyptian cotton linen, individually designed décor. From £65/night. 5 min from J16 M4.
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Functions & Weddings
A Grade II Listed Ballroom
Seats 60 for a reception or 150 for an evening celebration. We'll plan every last detail with you.
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Events
Always Something On
Comedy nights, live music, garden parties, private celebrations — The Angel is a lively place to be.
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Local Area
Gateway to Wiltshire
Avebury, Marlborough Downs, the Ridgeway, the Cotswolds — all on your doorstep.
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A Venue With
Real Character
Since the 1700s, The Angel has been serving Royal Wootton Bassett. A Grade II listed coaching inn with a Ballroom, sun-trap terrace, and 17 comfortable en-suite rooms — all under one roof.
Come in for a pint, stay for dinner, sleep the night. Or bring 150 guests for the party of the year.
17
En-Suite Rooms
150+
Event Guests
300+
Years Serving
A Real Fire.
A Proper Pint.
Settle into the lounge on a winter afternoon — real fire roaring, a pint of Arkell's in hand, nowhere to be. In the summer, take it outside to the sun-trap courtyard terrace.
Free Wi-Fi throughout, coffee and cake all day, and a full bar menu available in every corner of the pub.
Your Special
Day, Perfected
Organising your big occasion should be an enjoyable, stress-free experience. We'll sit down with you, listen carefully, and plan every last detail.
Opening Hours
Guest Reviews
What Our Guests Say
“The lounge is exactly what a proper pub should be — real fire, excellent ales, and genuinely friendly staff. We've been coming for years and it never disappoints.”
James & Sarah
Regular guests
“We held our wedding reception in the Ballroom and it was absolutely perfect. The team looked after every detail and all our guests are still talking about what a wonderful venue it was.”
Emma & Tom
Wedding at The Angel, 2024
“Stayed here while visiting the area for business. Comfortable room, Vi-Spring bed made a real difference, and the Sunday roast is outstanding. Will definitely be back.”
David R.
Business & leisure guest
Rated 8.1/10 on Trivago · Reviewed on Google, TripAdvisor & Booking.com
17
En-Suite Rooms
1700s
Established
II
Grade II Listed
7
Days Open