The Silent Picket
10 Grand Rue, 62450 Martinpuich, France – Excellent location - show map
The Silent Picket is located in Martinpuich, in the heart of the Somme Battlefields. Several World War I sites including Pozières, Thiepval Memorial and the Fricourt German Cemetery can be found within 9 km of the property. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. A four-course dinner is available upon request and for an extra charge. Tours of the Somme Battlefields can also be arranged. Lens is 42 km from The Silent Picket, while Saint-Quentin is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Lille Airport, 63 km from The Silent Picket.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast
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- Richard
United Kingdom
“The location is in a lovely quiet and friendly village, close to all the sightseeing places we wanted to go. John and Jennie made us feel very welcome and made our stay very enjoyable. Jennie would ensure we had everything we needed. I liked...” - Bruce
United Kingdom
“the silent picket is located amidst a quaint french village, with lovely garden and superb indoor facilities. A fantastic resource library for research about the first and second world war and especially the local war cemeteries . Dinner cooked by...” - Sian
United Kingdom
“Friendliness of host. Nothing was too much trouble. Quality of food.”
Hosted by John & Jennie Knight
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Property surroundings
Facilities of The Silent PicketGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Dining table
- Socket near the bed
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Dining area
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Packed lunches
- Invoice provided
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
- French
House rulesThe Silent Picket takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 6 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform The Silent Picket in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Legal information
FAQs about The Silent Picket
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The Silent Picket offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
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The Silent Picket is 1.3 miles from the centre of Martinpuich. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at The Silent Picket may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at The Silent Picket is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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Room options at The Silent Picket include:
- Twin/Double