Arrival Day Suggestions
We try really hard to get all our guests in before our official 4pm check in time. However we're not able to confirm any earlier check ins as we have a list as long as our arm now (thanks COVID) of cleaning procedures, and depending on how we 'find' the retreats, is dependent on how quickly we can turn them around :)
We've put together a list of our favourite things to do if you're arriving earlier. Feel free to park in our carport too. Anytime from 12pm
The Bull Pub, Cottered
There is now a small shop located inside our local pub - hooray!
It stocks the basics like bread, cheese, fresh fruit and veg, plus items from their menu and meat. They also serve bacon sarnies and teas / coffees
They are only dog-friendly outside
Church Farm Cafe, Ardeley
A wonderful place to visit! There is a fabulous Farm shop & Butchery opposite and the pub jollywaggoner.co.uk can be great - can be not so great food wise....
These buinsesss are all part of the churchfarmardeley free range experience
Its all dog-friendly, and a lovely 45 minute walk from us. There is a large car park too
Enjoy 10% off with your booking confirmation
The Falcon Restaurant & Deli
Our favourite restaurant in local Buntingford, and from April 12th will be offering outdoor casual dining. They've also opened a deli too!
Mention you're staying with us, and you'll enjoy a free cocktail when dining in
Open 7 days a week from 9am
Parking available in Buntingford: Free for 1.5 hours. Free at weekends
The Cheeseplate, Buntingford
Our favourite shop in Buntingford, and from April 12th will be offering takeaway cheese and/or meat platters. Open 10-3 Monday - Saturday
Mention you're staying with us, and you'll enjoy £5 off any spend over £20
Parking available in Buntingford: Free for 1.5 hours. Free at weekends
The Fox & Duck, Therfield
Our favourite pub local to us, and from April 16th will be re-opening every week as follows:
Friday 5.30 - 11 (food 6 - 9)
Saturday 12 - 11 (food 12 - 9)
Sunday 12 - 9 (food 12 - 7)
you must reserve a table by email ivan@thefoxandduck.co.uk
Dog friendly; great food; fabulous walks
Taste Life Magazine
Taste Life Magazine is the food, drink & entertainment magazine for the Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire & Cambridgeshire areas. Here to help you discover local restaurants, pubs, bars & music.
Find the latest issue HERE
The Sword Inn Hand
One of our favourite local pubs. Gorgeous food, gorgeous location. Dog friendly. Open every day except Mondays from April 12th. Booking necessary
Website HERE