The Running Horse – A Favorite for Families in Winchester
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Running Horse offers 12 en-suite rooms, each with a flat-screen TV, Roberts DAB radio, hair dryer, Nespresso coffee machine, and Algotherm marine bath products. Rooms feature distressed wooden headboards, leather armchairs, and plaid throws. Some rooms are pet-friendly, including dog beds, blankets, and bowls for £20 per pet per night.
Dining Options
The pub serves breakfast from 8am to 11am, with options like potato pancake with bacon and maple syrup or smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. The main menu includes dishes like pan-fried brill with crab risotto and twice-baked cheese soufflé. Local ales, Winchester Twisted Nose gin, and seasonal cocktails are available.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can walk directly into nearby fields, with trails suitable for dogs. The pub hosts a Sunday quiz. Marwell Zoo is a 22-minute drive, and the New Forest National Park is 25 minutes away. Winchester attractions like the Cathedral and Wolvesey Castle are within a 12-minute drive.
Location & Transport
The Running Horse is in Littleton village, 12 minutes from Winchester and 25 km from Southampton. It's near junction 9 of the M3. Southampton Airport is the nearest airport, a 12-minute drive away. The South Downs Way walking route is 3.5 km from the property.
Services & Extras
Book direct benefits include a welcome drink and potential room upgrades. The pub offers private dining spaces and dog-friendly stays. Breakfast includes continental options and cooked dishes. Free Wi-Fi and onsite parking are available. Check-in is from 3pm, with late check-out until 1pm possible.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor