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The Royal Oak pub in Oxford gets a 'six-figure' makeover

Inside The Royal Oak <i>(Image: Photo: Mitchells & Butlers)</i>
Inside The Royal Oak (Image: Photo: Mitchells & Butlers)

Oxford pub The Royal Oak has been given a six-figure facelift while keeping its traditional look and feel inside.

The Royal Oak in Woodstock Road has undergone an extensive refurbishment over four weeks, giving the iconic hostelry an exciting new look.The pub has been given a facelift while keeping its traditional look and feel inside. It is understood the makeover cost about £100,000.

Changes include new soft furnishings and an outdoor dining area, with a new bar layout and a host of quirky new features.

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A public house has stood on this spot since 1750, refreshing students and locals for generations, and was known as the ‘Doctor’s Lounge’ during the many years that the Radcliffe Infirmary stood opposite.

Housed in a Grade II listed building, The Royal Oak boasts original exposed beams and brickwork, traditional wood panelling, and plush furnishings, blending period features with contemporary touches and creating many a cosy corner.

As well as being dog-friendly, and keeping a delightful open fire roaring during winter months there’s an inviting beer garden - perfect for lazy afternoons, al-fresco dining or just a glass of something special on a sunny afternoon.

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Guests can tuck into all the pub favourites, including award-winning pale ale & steak pie, classic fish and chips and prime steak burgers, as well as a delectable range of Sunday roasts to delight discerning guests.

New to the menu will be a bottomless brunch every Saturday, serving any breakfast dish with either bottomless prosecco or Camden Hells lager.

Along with the new food menu, guests will also be greeted with an extensive drinks menu, boasting a wide selection of craft beers, ciders and new to the menu - cocktails.

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Speaking about the refurbishment, general manager at the Royal Oak Robyn Cuthell  said: "It is exciting to see the changes that have been made, but that the unique character of the pub is still the same.

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"The team and I are really looking forward to welcoming both new and familiar faces over the next couple of weeks, and we hope they love the updates as much as we do!"

Following the extensive refurbishment and significant investment made at the pub, eight new jobs have been created for the local area.

The pub is owned by Mitchells & Butlers.

Established in 1898, it is one of the largest operators of restaurants, pubs and bars in the UK.

In Oxford the company also looks after The Crown, The Chequers, All Bar One, O'Neill's, The Red Lion, The Cape of Good Hope, The Jericho and The Dewdrop.

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This story was written by Andy Ffrench, he joined the team more than 20 years ago and now covers community news across Oxfordshire.

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