Sunday Roast in Gloucester | Oakwood Hotel

A Proper Sunday Roast in Gloucester

Few meals carry as much weight as a Sunday roast — it’s less about the food itself sometimes and more about the ritual of it, the whole table gathered, nowhere to rush off to afterwards. On the edge of Gloucester in Twigworth, Oakwood Hotel serves a proper Sunday roast built around Gloucestershire produce, cooked with the same care as the rest of our weekly menu rather than treated as an afterthought.

If you’re after a Sunday roast in Gloucester worth making a regular fixture, our dining is built around getting the day right.

What Makes a Good Sunday Roast

A proper roast comes down to a few essentials done well — good quality meat, cooked properly rather than rushed, alongside all the trimmings that make it feel like a proper Sunday rather than just another dinner. The Grill takes this seriously, sourcing well and giving the meal the attention it deserves, while The Pub offers a more relaxed setting if a casual Sunday suits your plans better.

Sides are kept honest and generous — proper roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, a good gravy — rather than a scaled-back version squeezed in around a busier weekday menu.

Why Eat Your Sunday Roast Out

Cooking a full roast at home is genuinely hard work, and it usually means one person is stuck managing timings in the kitchen while everyone else relaxes. A Sunday roast out removes all of that — everyone gets to actually sit down together, and there’s no washing up waiting once the plates are cleared.

Why Choose Oakwood for a Sunday Roast

A few reasons families and groups choose Oakwood specifically:

• A properly cooked roast, built around quality, well-sourced ingredients.
• A relaxed, family-friendly setting, suited to groups of all ages.
• No cooking or washing up, giving everyone a genuine day off.
• Easy, on-site parking, without needing to navigate a busy town centre on a Sunday.

Who a Sunday Roast Suits

A Sunday roast at Oakwood works for a wide range of guests — families with children, groups of friends catching up over lunch, couples wanting a relaxed weekend meal, and hotel guests making the most of a weekend stay. It’s also popular for marking a smaller celebration that doesn’t need a fully separate event of its own.

Combine a Sunday Roast With a Weekend Stay

For guests staying over the weekend, a Sunday roast is an easy way to close out the stay before heading home. It can be arranged as part of your room booking, with a relaxed pace suited to a Sunday rather than a rushed departure.

Groups and Family Bookings

Planning a Sunday roast for a larger family group or gathering? Our occasions & events team can help arrange a bigger table or private space if needed, particularly for larger multi-generational lunches.

Booking Ahead

Sunday roast is one of the most popular bookings of the week, so reserving ahead is genuinely worth doing, particularly around midday and for larger groups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oakwood Hotel serve a Sunday roast?

Yes, a Sunday roast is available — please confirm current timing, format, and pricing directly with our team.

What time does Sunday roast service run?

Please confirm current Sunday service timings directly with Oakwood Hotel.

Do I need to book a Sunday roast in advance?

Yes, Sunday roast is a popular booking, so reserving ahead is recommended, particularly around midday.

Is the Sunday roast suitable for families with children?

Yes, our dining spaces are suited to family groups of all ages.

Do you cater for dietary requirements at Sunday roast?

Yes, let us know any dietary requirements in advance and our kitchen will accommodate where possible.

Is parking available on Sundays?

Yes, on-site parking is available for all guests.

How far is Oakwood Hotel from Gloucester city centre?

We’re on the edge of Gloucester in Twigworth, a short drive from the city centre.

Can I book a Sunday roast for a large family group?

Yes, our occasions & events team can help arrange larger tables or private spaces for bigger gatherings.

Can I combine a Sunday roast with an overnight stay?

Yes, Sunday roast can be arranged as part of your room booking if you’re staying with us over the weekend.

Is there a vegetarian option for the Sunday roast?

Please confirm current menu options directly with Oakwood Hotel, as vegetarian alternatives are typically available on request.