FEEL AT HOME

 
Terrace Garden at the Cowley Retreat with wooden seating, festoon lighting and plants.

THE TERRACE GARDEN

Chill out, grab a drink and socialise in our relaxing, rustic garden. It's the perfect setting on both sunny, summertime days and cosy, winter nights. Keep up to date on our Facebook page for garden parties, carnival days and other festive happenings at the Retreat.

The bar at The Cowley Retreat. With spirit bottles and bar taps.
A bust of david in white with a swash of gold across the face.

Inside the Retreat

The industrial fabrics, panelled natural wood and exposed structural beams within the Retreat have been carefully chosen in order to create and accompany our pub’s warm, friendly and rustic atmosphere. A great place to grab a lazy bite to eat or have an evening out with friends, accompanied by our fresh, delicious cocktails.

The Retreat Family

Check out our sister venue The Oxford Retreat. Situated in the heart of the city.

‘A really good visit to a vibrant pub. Great mix of customers: students, couples, groups of girls and lots of footy fans all socialising together. Just like a proper pub should be - all things to all people! My wife left wishing she were younger, ‘if I were a student, I’d definitely use this all the time.' - Ed Passey, Punch Taverns

'Great Find!'

'Visited on a Saturday night for pre-dinner drinks. Welcoming smell of mulled wine was great. The welcome by the young man behind the bar was warm, heartfelt and genuine' - TripAdvisor

'People love The Cowley Retreat because it’s spacious, kept in great order, and welcoming. The food is delicious, yet very affordable – students love it. The service is great, helped enormously by having current and ex-students working there alongside other professionals.' - Henry Rudd, OBU Hockey President