The Royal and Fortescue Hotel England

Background

Housed in a Grade II-listed early-18th century Georgian building—once the Fortescue Arms and honoured by a visit from the future Edward VII in 1856—the Royal & Fortescue blends historic charm with contemporary comfort. Rich heritage is evident in the coats of arms on the façade and the Tudor ceiling of 62 The Bank Today, it offers a stylish boutique experience, ideal as a central, characterful base for exploring Barnstaple and North Devon’s coast, countryside, golf courses, and Exmoor.

Room & Suite Types

  • 48 luxury rooms and suites

  • Doubles

  • Family rooms

  • Percival Suite

  • Eleven self-catering apartments

Hotel Amenities:

  • WiFi
  • Lounge & Bar
Key

Room Features

    • Dining & Drinks:

      • RF Lounge & Bar — relaxed lounge for light meals, afternoon tea, and beverages 

      • Bar62 — sleek cocktail bar serving creative handcrafted drinks 

      • 62 The Bank — AA Rosette award bistro with historic Tudor/Jacobean ceiling, offering refined lunch and dinner menus 

    • Leisure: Complimentary access to sister-hotel Barnstaple Hotel’s leisure club featuring indoor/outdoor swimming pools, sauna, fitness suite, hot-stone beds, solarium, and billiards. 

    • Meetings, Events & Weddings: Two flexible event spaces available; perfect for weddings, corporate functions, parties.

    • Other amenities:

      • 24-hr reception, room service, laundry, luggage storage

      • Free fast Wi-Fi throughout .

      • Non-smoking rooms, designated smoking area, accessible facilities .

Attractions & Tourist Destinations

 Location & Accessibility

  • Situated in the heart of Barnstaple, on historic Boutport Street near the famous Pannier Market, shops, theatre, cinema, and restaurants 

  • Approximately a 10-minute walk to Barnstaple train station and well served by local transport .

  • Free on-site parking available for ~27 cars (first-come, first-served) plus accessible parking spaces

  • Located within easy reach (20–30 min drive) of North Devon’s coast: Saunton Sands, Royal North Devon golf course, Woolacombe, Croyde, and Exmoor

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