THE TALBOT INN, Woking

The Talbot Inn - Historic 500-year-old coaching inn near RHS Wisley Gardens

Located in the heart of Ripley, Surrey, this 4-star hotel is a 500-year-old coaching inn with period features. The property is within 25 minutes' drive from Thorpe Park and 3 miles from Woking. RHS Wisley Gardens is a 5-minute drive away, while London Heathrow Airport is 35 km from the hotel. The Talbot Inn features 43 bedrooms, an award-winning restaurant with copper ceiling and glass wall, and a cosy bar with 15th-century beams and log fires. The venue offers three electric charging points at £12.50/hour and free parking at the rear. Notable guests throughout its 250-year history include Audrey Hepburn, Lord Nelson, and Lady Hamilton. The restaurant serves modern British cuisine, and a cafe menu offers smoothies, drinks, cakes, soups, and sandwiches between 11am-5pm.

Additional perks of the hotel

Large car park available at the rear of the property

Fully licensed for weddings in the Barns Room, Wisley Room, Emma's Room, and Garden Room

Meeting facilities for up to 120 people with free WiFi, projector, and screen

Dedicated spaces for events: Wisley Suite (80 guests), Victory Room (30 guests), Emma's Lounge (20 guests)

Regular special offers including Wine & Dine breaks and RHS Wisley Gardens packages

Venue for engagement parties, baby showers, christenings, and funeral receptions

Gold Wedding Award Winner for Hitched and Bridebook

Room Options

The Talbot Inn offers a choice of 43 bedrooms, including 9 with traditional character in the old Coaching Inn. Room types include Four Poster rooms with period details, Vintage Double Rooms in the original building, Family Rooms with sofa or single beds, Coach House Twin Rooms, Classic Double Rooms with garden views, Classic Twin Rooms, Accessible Classic Double Rooms with wet rooms, Classic Double Rooms, and Classic Single Rooms. Rooms in the modern Ripley Wing and dog-friendly Stables at the rear are quieter. Bedrooms in the main building feature original features of the 15th century building.

Other conveniences

Free WiFi and in-room safes

Solid oak furniture and stylish velour-ridged headboards

LCD TVs and Nespresso coffee machines

Ensuite bathrooms with large rain showers

Free bottled water and room service

Iron and ironing board in each room

Tea and coffee making facilities

Hairdryer, magazines, and complimentary toiletries

Accessible rooms with wider doorways, grab bars, visual alarm systems, and emergency cords