About Bant's

We purchased this free house in November 1985 and are fully committed to our business ensuring that the very high standards we have achieved are maintained. We have all contributed the most important ingredient of success – “ hard work”.

Living on the premises Steve and Sue consider themselves amongst the lucky few who have found the ideal location for both their business and their home .

We decided to rename the pub in 2004 giving it our own surname which has quite a history itself-Champagne in France was invaded by the Romans in 1st Century BC, The Bant name is believed to have originated in this area. The most ancient coat of arms recorded against this family name is a blue background with three gold oak leaves.

During 2004 we started major renovation work on the four dilapidated barns that we had behind the free house. One we used to keep the coal and logs in is now called the Old Cottage and is a grade two listed building with a full archaeological report, this is the building that we keep for our home.

The sheep pen where Adam and Victoria used to keep their pet sheep, Laura, Larry and Lucy Is now our laundry room this is where your bed linen and towels get serviced .

A LITTLE LOCAL HISTORY

“Murder Most Foul”

It is doubtful whether the village of Upton Snodsbury has ever been more divided than it was over “ John Palmer” when he stood trial for Double Murder at Worcester Assizes on 1st April 1708.

The Tragic Victims in the case were none other than his own mother and the serving maid. But was John Palmer guilty of this Horrible Crime ! He had an alibi for that night, and he gained little from his mothers death. We shall never know………..

St Kenelm's Church - Grade Two * Listed Building

This ancient church dates from the 13th Century however evidence indicates that a wooden church was on the site for a long time prior to this period.

Kenulf King of Mercia( an ancient Kingdom which included this part of England died in 819 A.D.) had a seven year old son Kenelm and two Daughters, Quendryda and Bueurenhilda. Quendryda and her lover murdered Kenelm whilst on a hunting trip so she could claim the throne. When the hunting party returned to Winchcome which was the family seat she announced that her brother had disappeared without trace. This was treated with great suspicion. The Pope became aware of the affair and despatched messages to the Archbishop of Canterbury to investigate.

The boy's body was eventually found alongside a bloodstained sword which had been used to decapitate him. Once the body had been disturbed a great Fountain gushed forth and for centuries afterwards Pilgrims celebrated this as a Holy well where many miracles were performed. The boy's body and search party rested at St Kenelm's Church overnight during their journey back to Winchcombe.

When they entered Winchcome it was reported that Quendryda's eyes fell from their sockets and she died soon afterwards.

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Environmental Statement
Bants tries to minimise its environmental impact by using energy efficient light bulbs, recycling all waste and using locally sourced produce for meals. Instead of replacing towels daily if you are staying more than one night they are replaced only when left in the bath / shower by guests, thus reducing our washing load and the effect on the environment.
Disability Statement
At Bants we do not discriminate against any disability, however due to the age of the building accessibility to all areas may sometimes be difficult. There is a bell at the main entrance for assistance, our conservatory restaurant does have a ramp to gain access, however we do not have disabled toilets. The main area of the pub does contain steps, but we will always be of assistance if help is needed. Our accommodation is not all on ground floor level therefore is not ideal for the less mobile and the rooms that are do have steps in to the entrance. We are a small family business that does not wish to offend anybody and will do our best to accommodate. Our menus are home made therefore are not in brail. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.