The Boar’s Head in Bishop’s Castle can host up to 23 people and is available to rent on Sykes Holiday Cottages for around £50 per person per night when at maximum capacity
If you’re pondering over where to spend your summer getaway, the usual suspects might be a few days in the #Lake District or a jaunt across the border to Wales.
While these regions boast an array of fantastic campsites, Airbnbs and hotels, a unique gem on Sykes Holiday Cottages might be exactly what you’re after.
Nestled just north of the Shropshire Hills in Bishop’s Castle, you can hire an entire pub capable of accommodating a whopping party of 23 people. With unrestricted access to the pub’s commercial kitchen and options to pre-stock the bar for your stay, it’s the perfect spot for those seeking something a bit out of the ordinary.
Named The Boar’s Head, the venue boasts ten bedrooms, most furnished with king or double beds and smart TVs. Its plentiful bedrooms makes it perfect for stag dos or hen parties, which are welcomed by the host.
The location is a stone’s throw away from breathtaking scenery, with hiking trails just a few miles away. The Welsh border is also nearby, making a quick trip to Snowdonia entirely feasible.
After a day of exploring, you can unwind in your private pub, complete with all its original features. A snug log burner is surrounded by several sofas, and there’s a games room equipped with a pool table, Pac-Man arcade machine and table football, reports the Manchester Evening News.
Arguably the crowning feature is the hot tub. This dreamy retreat truly offers everything you could want. The top-notch kitchen is kitted out with all the gear needed to whip up a feast for a large group, boasting a huge gas oven and induction hob, plus an industrial dishwasher to take the hassle out of cleaning up.
And when it comes to value, this place is a steal – split the cost among all your mates, and it’s just £149 each for three nights in April, working out at about £50 per person per night.
But here’s the catch: most weekends are already snapped up for the rest of 2025, so if you’re eyeing a summer jaunt, you’ll have to settle for a weekday getaway. However, if you’re a forward-planner, some weekends in 2026 are still up for grabs.
Get in early and book your stay at The Boar’s Head through Sykes Holiday Cottages right here.
The spot has been racking up rave reviews, with guests leaving five-star ratings galore. One chuffed holidaymaker gushed: “Everything was as described and more. It had something for everyone and lots of space. Darren was also very accommodating to our requests. We will definitely be considering this for further breaks!”.
One satisfied customer used the venue for their stag do and had nothing but praise: “The pub couldn’t have been better suited. Accommodation on site was great, and the pub facilities were exactly what we needed for a weekend of drinks, games, sports (6 nations, football etc) and generally having a good laugh.”
