Welcome to The Coat & Bear, a pub hotel & restaurant in Newbury, Berkshire.
Pub | Dining | Rooms
Located in the vibrant heart of Newbury on the bustling Bartholomew Street, The Coat & Bear is a remarkable Georgian building with a listed frontage that exudes timeless elegance. Inside, you’ll find a stylish and uniquely designed interior, featuring 26 boutique bedrooms that offer the ultimate in comfort. This is more than just a place to stay, we provide a true home-away-from-home experience, the perfect destination for our guests to enjoy a warm welcome, superior food, and a luxurious night’s sleep in this spacious and open setting.
Set in the centre of this busy market town in Berkshire, this gorgeous pub with rooms has the best of both worlds, a bustling town in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, ideally located for connections to London, Reading and Oxford, as well as easy connections to some countryside jewels in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. From tranquil canals including The Kennet & Avon Canal featuring idyllic waterside paths, to the Grade I listed Elizabethan gardens at Shaw house.
The name of our iconic pub with rooms is a nod to the Newbury-born Michael Bond, author of the beloved character Paddington Bear, as well as the historic Newbury Coat of 1811. This pub, surrounded by history and brimming with quirky features, will be a hub for community and hive of life.
We look forward to welcoming you through the doors very soon…
Best wishes from all at The Coat & Bear x
Get a free pint of Lucky Saint at The Coat & Bear
Our friends at Lucky Saint are treating everyone who has downloaded the Treats app to a pint on the house when you join us in the bar at The Coat & Bear.
No need to dine, simply open your Treats app and show your code to redeem your complimentary pint when you pop in.
Available from 1st January to 15th February 2026, exclusively for Treats members.
Enjoy 50% Off Mains at The Coat & Bear
Get 50% off your main course when you choose any two courses from our à la carte menu or specials board at The Coat & Bear.
Redeem all day Monday – Friday and until 5pm on Saturdays from 1st January – 7th February 2026 through the Treats app.
Simply open the app, view your code and show it to your server to enjoy this delicious treat on us.
Introducing Treats by Heartwood Inns
Download Treats, the Heartwood Inns loyalty app designed to make every visit to The Coat & Bear more rewarding.
From complimentary drinks and desserts to VIP perks like 15% off food, exclusive room offers and birthday fizz on us – Treats is our way of saying thank you.
Download the app now and enjoy your first reward at The Coat & Bear: a complimentary drink on us!
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Rooms at The Coat & Bear
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Immerse yourself in the charm of our Georgian pub with rooms, where boutique comfort meets Berkshire hospitality.
Each of our 26 thoughtfully designed rooms offers an inviting retreat, with elegant interiors and luxurious amenities.
Explore our range of unique rooms, stay packages, and dining options designed to make your time with us unforgettable.
Our Menus
At The Coat & Bear, we always make sure our menus celebrate the fresh, vibrant flavours that each season brings.
Enjoy our seasonal à la carte menu, our legendary Sunday roasts with bottomless trimmings and a carefully chosen wine list designed to complement every dish.
We also offer a kids menu for our littlest ones and even a dog menu so your four legged friends don’t feel left out too!
Gift Vouchers
Give the gift of great food, drink and stays with our easy-to-order e-vouchers and gift cards.
Our vouchers are redeemable not just at The Coat & Bear, but at all Heartwood Inns locations including all of our pubs with rooms for an unforgettable overnight stay.
Whether it’s a birthday, celebration, or just because, a Heartwood Inns gift card is the perfect treat for any occasion.
Work with us
We are always looking for superstars to join our team – grab a cuppa and browse our vacancies.
