The Running Horse
88 Main Road, Winchester · Hotel
View on Google MapsPhoto: Running Horse Pub with Rooms
A small nine-room hotel on Winchester's Main Road, well suited to families and pet owners wanting an easy, central base.
What's nearby
- Water Babies Hampshire next door
- Littleton Bowling Club 200m away
- Littleton Tennis Club 250m away
- St Catherine's Church 300m away
- Littleton Millennium Memorial Hall 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About The Running Horse
The Running Horse works best for families, dog owners and anyone who wants a straightforward, no-fuss stay in the middle of Winchester. With just nine rooms, it has the feel of a local pub-hotel rather than a big chain, and it's set up to welcome children and pets without any fuss.
Rooms are en-suite, with family rooms available and drinks provided in-room, so there's flexibility whether you're travelling as a couple or with the kids in tow. Downstairs there's a restaurant and bar serving breakfast, packed lunches and kids' meals, plus outdoor seating in the garden for warmer days. Practical extras include free WiFi, room service, 24-hour reception, luggage storage, meeting rooms and free on-site parking, which makes it as workable for a short business trip as for a weekend away.
Its position on Main Road puts guests close to Winchester's transport links and attractions, and the surrounding area offers golf, fishing, cycling, walking and horse riding, along with nearby pubs and restaurants for evenings out. It's a simple, central base rather than a destination in itself, and suits guests who want convenience over frills.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM
People say this pub offers delicious food, including hearty Sunday roasts and flavorful skewers, with comfortable, clean, and well-equipped rooms. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, dog-friendly atmosphere, and convenient parking.
Some reviews mention the service can be slow.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- 88 Main Road, Winchester
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Winchester