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Gloucestershire is rugby country, and matchday deserves somewhere to watch it that feels like more than just a telly in the corner of a busy bar. For fans around Longlevens looking for a proper spot to catch the big games — whether it’s the Gallagher Premiership, a Six Nations weekend, or a Test match kicking off early — Oakwood Hotel offers a genuine country hotel setting with the atmosphere, comfort, and food to match the occasion.
There’s a difference between watching rugby and actually enjoying it, and a lot of that comes down to where you’re sitting. The Pub at Oakwood Hotel has been set up as a relaxed, welcoming space for exactly this kind of occasion — somewhere fans can settle in with good company, decent pints, and a clear view of the screen, without fighting for a table or straining to hear the commentary over background noise.
Being close to Longlevens and easily reached from across the wider Gloucester area, it’s a natural choice for local supporters’ groups, work colleagues heading out after a Friday shift, or families wanting to watch a big international fixture together somewhere more comfortable than the living room.
Matchday food should be satisfying without getting in the way of the game, and our kitchen team has that balance down — from proper pub classics to sharing plates built for a table watching kick-off together. Everything is prepared using quality, thoughtfully sourced Gloucestershire produce, the same standard that runs through our full dining offering across the hotel. A good pint, a decent plate of food, and eighty minutes of rugby is a hard combination to beat.
For the fixtures that really matter — a Six Nations decider, a Lions tour, or a local derby — we know groups like to book ahead to guarantee a table with a good view of the screen. Whether it’s a small group of mates or a larger supporters’ club outing, get in touch ahead of the match date and our team will do what they can to get you settled in before kick-off. For larger private groups wanting their own space to watch together, it’s worth checking our occasions and events options, which can be arranged around a matchday if numbers are big enough.
Rugby weekends, particularly during the Six Nations or a big touring series, often stretch beyond a single afternoon. For fans travelling in from further afield to watch with friends or family near Longlevens, our rooms offer a comfortable, no-fuss option to stay over rather than facing a drive home after full time — especially handy for an evening kick-off or a weekend with more than one match on the schedule.
As Gloucester and the surrounding area continue to grow, Oakwood Hotel aims to be the kind of place regulars come back to time and again — and matchday is a big part of that. It’s somewhere to settle in, catch up with familiar faces, and enjoy the game properly, with genuinely good food and drink alongside it.
We show a wide range of major fixtures, including Gallagher Premiership matches, the Six Nations, and international Test matches. Get in touch ahead of a specific fixture to confirm.
Yes, we’d recommend booking ahead for high-demand fixtures such as Six Nations weekends or major international matches to guarantee your spot.
Yes, we can accommodate larger groups, and for bigger parties it’s worth speaking to our team about a private space around your matchday plans.
We offer a full menu of pub classics and sharing plates alongside a good selection of drinks, all prepared using quality local produce.
Yes, we’re a short drive from Longlevens with on-site parking, making it a convenient spot for local rugby fans.
Yes, we have rooms available on-site, which is a popular option for fans who’d rather not drive home after an evening kick-off.
Yes, families are welcome, and our relaxed pub setting works well for a mixed-age group watching a match together.
The best way is to contact our team directly ahead of the fixture date, particularly for major matches where demand for seating is higher.
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