The Hobnails Inn at Little Washbourne

Ye Olde Hobnails Inn is a historic inn situated in Little Washbourne, just east of Tewkesbury.

Built in 1280 and listed as an inn since 1473, the Hobnails Inn offer bags of character and atmosphere for you to enjoy your meal or drinks.

With renowned service and superb food, the Hobnails Inn attract regulars from a wide area as well as summer tourists and our locals. Maybe Harry the resident ghost has something to do with the added attraction!

About...

One theory about the origins of our name is that it referred to the Hobnail boots worn by the farm workers. Up until 1474 it was the Manor House, lived in by Roger Washbourne. From 1743 - 1993 (250 years) it was in the same family, the Fletchers. Local people including myself will remember it being famous for their vast range of baps and glorious homemade desserts.

If walls could talk I'm sure they would have some secrets to tell. Legend has it that there is a friendly ghost or two that wander the floors. including "Harry" a small boy ghost who just likes to play pranks, and I feel sure that we have experienced a few of his visits!

In the oldest part of the pub there is an extract from a newspaper cutting by Ralph Fletcher, stating that "the two essentials for running a successful Inn are good health and a good partner". This is true as partner David Mclean spends the majority of his time in the kitchen using his skills, along with his team, to prepare home cooked food to a highest of standards, using only the best quality ingredients and local produce where he can. Jan Minett the other partner runs a tight ship, front of house and makes eating and drinking at the Hobnails a great experience.

Getting here...

Situated just off the B4077, just a short drive from Junction 9 of the M5, the Ye Olde Hobnails Inn is easy to find and has plenty of parking.

The Hobnail Inn's menus

The Hobnails Inn has a seating capacity of up to 140 people, 60 of which is available from the Function Room (which can be booked for parties and weddings as well as conference business and all day meetings). The Hobnails Inn have full disabled facilities. The Hobnails Inn endeavour to cater for all dietary requirements

The Hobnails Inn A La Carte Menu (Available Evenings Only)
All our meals are freshly prepared to order by our team of experienced chefs.
As well as our standard evening menu we always have a range of exciting specials.

The Hobnails Inn Evening Carvery Menu
Great Value Carvery Available 7 Days a Week

The Hobnails Inn Lunch Time Carvery Menu
Great Value Carvery Available 7 Days a Week

The Hobnails Inn Bar Menu (Lunchtimes Only)
A delicious range of Bar Snacks available including large Baps, Baked Potatoes and full meals.

Cheltenham Gold Cup Breakfast Club
Join us for breakfast during Cheltenham Racing during the Gold cup in March and the Open in November. Pre Booking advisable - Coaches Welcome.


Dessert Menu ( Changes Daily)
Available 7 days a week.