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Marlow is best enjoyed at an unhurried pace: eat well, walk lots, pause often, and finish strong.
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For guests seeking a refined British escape, The Hand & Flowers offers a luxury stay near Windsor and London that is as personal as it is memorable. Combining beautifully designed boutique rooms and world-class two Michelin-starred pub dining, every stay is shaped around comfort, character and exceptional food.
Set in the riverside town of Marlow, The Hand & Flowers is housed within an 18th-century, Grade II listed pub, rich in architectural and historic character. Just a short journey from Windsor and London, it offers a relaxed yet elegant base for exploring some of England’s most iconic destinations, such as Windsor Castle, and London’s famous landmarks, including Big Ben, The Tower of London and Buckingham Palace.
The Hand & Flowers holds a unique place in British dining history as the only pub in the UK to hold two Michelin stars. Under the ownership of Chef Tom Kerridge, whose cookbooks and television work are recognised internationally — the restaurant has become a destination for those seeking the very best of modern British cuisine.
Dining sits at the heart of every stay, from indulgent and refined menus each showcasing the finest British produce and thoughtful, confident cooking.
Our boutique rooms are at the heart of the bespoke stay experience. Set across charming, character-filled cottages, each room is individually designed, combining period features with contemporary comfort.
Thoughtful details, bespoke furnishings and premium linens create calm, private spaces that feel quietly luxurious. Whether staying for a single night or several days, the rooms offer a restorative retreat — intimate, elegant and entirely individual. A collection of distinctive spaces designed for guests who value privacy, quality and character.
To ensure your journey feels seamless, private airport transfers can be arranged on request from London’s major airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick and London City Airport. Transfers are provided by trusted professional chauffeur services and can be tailored to suit your arrival and departure times.
For guests wishing to explore beyond Marlow, private transport can also be arranged for specific excursions to destinations such as Windsor, London, the Cotswolds, Oxford and Henley-on-Thames, planned in advance around your interests and schedule.
All transfers and private transport services are optional and subject to availability and additional charges.
With its distinctive rooms, internationally acclaimed dining and attentive service, The Hand & Flowers offers a rare blend of heritage, luxury and culinary excellence.
With its proximity to Windsor and London, combined with internationally acclaimed dining, boutique accommodation and warm, attentive service, The Hand & Flowers offers a rare blend of heritage, luxury and culinary excellence.
Whether welcoming solo travellers, couples or small groups, our approach is always personal. We look after every guest as if welcoming them into our own home, ensuring each stay feels comfortable, considered and memorable from start to finish.
To plan your stay, dining experience or discuss optional transfers, please contact our reservations team on 01628 482277 or email contact@thehandandflowers.co.uk
Marlow is best enjoyed at an unhurried pace: eat well, walk lots, pause often, and finish strong.
Please note: We require a valid credit card to guarantee your reservation with us. No fee will be charged, unless there is a late cancellation or no-show. See T&Cs for full details.
Our set menu, priced at £39.50 for two-courses and £45 for three-courses, is available Monday to Friday at lunchtime and for early dinner sittings between 6:00pm and 6:45pm, Monday to Thursday ONLY.
We kindly ask that you arrive promptly for your reservation, as we may be unable to offer the set menu to late arrivals.
Our classics menu is priced at £85 for three-courses and is available for lunch and dinner. Monday to Friday ONLY. (Please kindly note our classics menu is unable to be altered for any specific dietary requirements)
Our four-course House Menu is priced at £195 per person and is available Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner and it is the ONLY menu available on Saturdays.
On Sundays, we offer our fixed price Sunday lunch menu, which is £95 for two-courses and £110 for three-courses.
*Pricing is subject to change
*Your reservation is for a table, not a menu. Therefore, please refer to our cancellation policy, which applies to all reservations at The Hand & Flowers.
The largest table at The Hand & Flowers seats 8 guests. Due to the size and layout of the pub, we do operate a one table per party policy.
Our private dining room, The Shed, seats up to 10 guests. For information on our private dining and to check availability, please email hello@theshedmarlow.co.uk.