The Bull Inn

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

Rich in original character and historic charm, this 500-year-old boutique-style coaching inn offering a cozy pub with real ales, wines and an open log fire is located on the edge of the Thetford Forest. It also features an AA Rosette award-winning restaurant and a courtyard. Just 2 miles from the heart of Mildenhall, The Bull Inn, Barton Mills, has a convenient location, located between Newmarket (6 miles), Bury St Edmunds (10 miles), Ely (12 miles), and Cambridge (22 miles). The Bull Inn hosts events throughout the year, from live music nights, murder mystery dinners, charity evenings, themed Christmas parties and lunches with Santa.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, American

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Phillippa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything - from helpful staff to amazing facilities”
Phillippa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property is tastefully decorated, room are amazing and bathrooms excellent. Staff were very helpful and couldn’t do enough for you”
Katherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It’s well kept, clean, cozy and the dinning facilities on the sight are great.”
Rebecca
United States United States
“Welcoming and helpful staff. Comfortable bed, room with remodeled bathroom with roomy shower. Easy access of highway. Quiet, pleasant neighborhood. Didn’t take advantage of restaurant but outside seating was attractive. Easy parking.”
Steven
United States United States
“Everything. Location was great for what we were in town for. Rooms were unique and had character. Bathroom shower was huge. Restaurant and bar was great”
Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was perfect for us. Breakfast in the morning was very good.”
Lois
United States United States
“Atmosphere and staff were great. Everyone was very nice.”
Tiffany
United States United States
“Lovely pub; lovely decor in the room. Complimentary coffee and tea in the room and toiletries are provided.”
Delmont
United States United States
“The English Charm, friendly staff, quality of food at the pub and restaurant. The breakfasts were fabulous.”
S
United States United States
“I loved the charm of the old building and how the renovations improved the property without losing the old charm. The staff was magnificent. So helpful and kind.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Bull Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Bull Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please inform The Bull Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Bull Inn