The Rugby Hotel

01/11/2026

🪔✨ Wishing a very Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating!

From all of us at The Rugby Hotel, may your celebrations be filled with light, laughter, delicious food and the people you love. Here’s to bright beginnings and happiness in the year ahead. 💛

With warm wishes from our team—and Basil, of course! 🐾

Checkout what is happening in the Town Today....

🪔 Diwali returns to Rugby this weekend!

📅 Sunday 1st November 2026
📍 Across Market Place and Asda car park, in front of the Swan Centre.
🕑 2pm to 7pm

Join us for a vibrant celebration of the Festival of Lights with an afternoon of culture, music, dance, food, and family fun in the heart of Rugby.

The festival will feature activities for all ages including:

✨A variety of stalls selling Diwali-themed arts, crafts and artefacts.
✨A wide selection of authentic Indian food and snacks.
✨Lantern-making activities for children and families.
✨Live stage performances by talented local artists representing different regions and cultures of India.

Come together with friends, family, and the local community as we light up Rugby Town Centre and celebrate unity, joy, and new beginnings. 🌟

Rugby Borough Council Mayor of Rugby Houlton Rugby Visit Warwickshire

31/10/2026

📣Attention All Guests📣

🎃 IF YOU HEAR FOOTSTEPS STOP OUTSIDE YOUR ROOM TONIGHT, HOLD YOUR BREATH AND WAIT. IF SOMETHING WHISPERS YOUR NAME… DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. 👻

Welcome to The Rugby Hotel, where some guests never quite checked out…

🎩 **The Hotel Owner**
Our former owner is said to wander the corridors in his top hat, keeping an eye on his hotel. Apparently, he’s still furious that somebody moved his door. If you see him looking displeased, perhaps don’t mention the refurbishment…

🐾 **The Dog on the Landing**
The sound of paws. A glimpse of a dog. Then nothing. Our mysterious four-legged guest likes to patrol the landing after dark. No, it’s not Basil… he’s very much alive and kicking waiting for some treats and no tricks!

🐎 **The Horseman at the Front Door**
Coming back late? Look carefully at the figure by the entrance. They say the horseman still waits outside… although nobody knows who he’s waiting for.

🔮 **The Children in Reception**
Hear something rolling across the floor when reception is quiet? They say it’s the children playing marbles. You might hear their game long before you realise there’s nobody there…

🕯️ **The Horse in the Old Stables**
Enjoying a drink in the bar tonight? It wasn’t always glasses you’d hear clinking here. These were once the stables, and legend has it one horse never left. That shuffle behind you might just be a hoof…

To all our guests staying tonight: settle in, get comfortable and enjoy our hospitality.

**And if you hear footsteps stop outside your room… perhaps wait for the knock.** 👻

Happy Halloween from The Rugby Hotel. Sleep tight… 🖤

24/10/2026

📣📣 ATTENTION - LAST FEW DATES REMAINING 📣📣

YOUR CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT. DRESSED TO IMPRESS.

Now booking our final two Christmas party dates—and we’re turning up the glamour at The Rugby Hotel.

Chilled bubbles on arrival. Three indulgent courses. Drinks, dancing and your favourite people, all in the heart of Rugby town centre.

FRIDAY 4th DECEMBER | SATURDAY 12th DECEMBER
£45 PER PERSON

Whether it’s the office Christmas party, a glamorous girls’ night or an overdue get-together, get your names around a table and give yourselves something fabulous to look forward to.

Want to take the stairs home? Stay upstairs for £65 including breakfast.

The outfits can wait. Get the date booked.

24/10/2026

Bold voices. Romance. Poetry. Dark tales.

Rugby Town Literary Festival comes to The Rugby Hotel TODAY, Saturday 24 October, with four events to fire up your imagination.

9:30–10:30am — She’s Not Done Yet
Celebrating older q***r women in fiction and why representation matters.

11am–12pm — Don’t Lose the Plot
Explore the art of plotting a romance novel, from building tension to keeping readers hooked.

4–5pm — A Pocketful of Poets
An afternoon of poetry, fresh perspectives and words that stay with you.

7–8pm — Old Gods and New Nightmares
An evening exploring dark stories, ancient gods and modern fears.

Join us in the heart of Rugby for a Saturday filled with stories and conversation.



Download your event guide below and get involved!

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18/10/2026

We’re expanding — and we need a Housekeeping Supervisor to grow with us!

The Rugby Hotel is looking for a confident, hands-on Housekeeping Supervisor to help lead our housekeeping operation as the hotel moves into its next stage.

This is a key role for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, organising a team and setting high standards. You’ll plan the daily workload, allocate rooms, check that bedrooms are ready for guests, support and guide colleagues, and keep linen and supplies in order. You’ll also work closely with reception to help the day run smoothly.

And this is very much a hands-on position: you’ll be cleaning guest rooms alongside the team, leading by example and stepping in where needed.

We’re looking for someone with hotel housekeeping experience, a strong eye for detail and the confidence to motivate others. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help shape a growing team, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 The Rugby Hotel, Rugby
🕒 Hours: 25 -30 hours per week
💷 Pay: excellent pay opportunity for the right person
📩 Apply by sending your CV to [email protected]

17/10/2026

✨ We need you! Join the team at The Rugby Hotel ✨

Looking for a job where you’re part of a friendly team and the work you do really matters? We’re looking for a Housekeeper to help make every guest feel welcome.

At The Rugby Hotel, the little details make a big difference. From fresh, inviting bedrooms to sparkling shared spaces, you’ll help create the first impression guests remember—and the comfortable stay they’ll want to come back for.

We’re looking for someone reliable, positive and proud of doing a job well. Experience is welcome, but if you bring a great attitude and are ready to get stuck in, we’d love to meet you.

We need you to help make The Rugby Hotel an even better place to stay—and a great place to work.

📍 The Rugby Hotel
🕒 Hours: Flexible
💷 Pay: £12.71 per hour
📩 Apply: send CV to [email protected]

11/10/2026

For nearly 300 years, The Rugby Hotel has stood watch over the town. But when night falls, who — or what — is watching from inside?

A dog has been seen on the landing. It isn’t Basil Fawlty. The original owner is said to haunt the hotel, still furious that his door was moved during refurbishment. Below, hidden tunnels run beneath the cellar. And in the kitchen, staff have felt something close by — moments before a door slams, though nobody is there.

Then comes the silence.

With Halloween approaching, we can’t help wondering what else these old walls might reveal. If you heard something following you through the corridor, would you dare to look back?

11/10/2026

Looking for one of Rugby’s best Christmas party nights? Join us at The Rugby Hotel for a festive evening filled with great food, a warm welcome and plenty of Christmas cheer. Enjoy bubbles on arrival and a delicious three-course menu, then keep the celebrations going on the dance floor.

Due to popular demand, we’ve added more tables to book. Get in touch today to choose your date and make this year’s Christmas party one to remember.

08/07/2026

🔮 An Evening of Clairvoyance with Psychic Medium Craig Morris 🔮

We’re pleased to be welcoming Craig Morris to The Rugby Hotel for an evening of clairvoyance on Thursday 9th July.

Whether you’re a regular at psychic evenings or simply curious to experience something different, this promises to be an interesting and thought-provoking event in a relaxed setting.

🗓️ Thursday 9th July
🕢 Starts at 7:30pm
📍 The Rugby Hotel, Sheep Street, Rugby
🎟️ Tickets from £14

Tickets are available to book online via www.craig-morris.co.uk.

We look forward to welcoming Craig and everyone attending for what promises to be a memorable evening.