The Olde Peculiar - 3-Star Hotel in Rugeley, England

The Olde Peculiar holds Cask Marque accreditation for its real ales, offering a rotating selection of local and traditional beers. Guests can enjoy homemade pies during Wednesday pie nights, with different varieties available each week. The restaurant serves home-cooked food using locally sourced ingredients, with flexible dinner options in a welcoming pub environment.

The Family Room with Shower operates as a suite, containing a double bed, a single, a travel cot, a lounge area with couches, and a separate boxroom single. Twin Room with Shower accommodations provide en-suite facilities, a desk, tea and coffee making equipment, and bed linen. All rooms are located separate from the pub building, offering quiet surroundings with ample free parking directly outside.

The hotel sits within walking distance of Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with extensive cycling and walking trails. Fishing and cycling are available directly in the surrounding area, with Drayton Manor Theme Park 22 km away and Alton Towers Resort 27 km away. The property is also near the Staffordshire canal network, popular with narrow boat visitors.

The hotel offers spacious family rooms that can accommodate up to five guests, including a private lounge area and en-suite shower room. Kids' meals are available on the dinner menu, and the pub hosts community-centered events such as pub quizzes and pie nights suitable for all ages. High chairs and travel cots are provided upon request, with staff offering flexible arrangements for families with mobility needs.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and ample free parking is provided on-site for cars and motorcycles. The hotel offers efficient check-in and check-out processes, with keys left in the room for self-arrival outside opening hours. The pub is open for dinner only (closed Sunday and Monday evenings), so guests should plan meals accordingly.

Dining: Cask Marque real ales and homemade pie nights

Rooms: Family suite with lounge area and twin rooms with en-suite

Location: 5 min from Cannock Chase, 22 km from Drayton Manor

Activities: Fishing, cycling, and nearby canal towpaths

Family: Kids' meals, travel cots, and family-friendly pub events

Parking: Free on-site parking for cars and motorcycles