Name: The Alms House
Address: 55 Magdalen Street Thetford, Thetford, IP24 2BP, United Kingdom, 55 Magdalen Street Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2BP, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £123 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.2

The Alms House

55 Magdalen Street Thetford, Thetford, IP24 2BP, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access

Houses
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Terrace
Free parking
Private bathroom
Non-smoking rooms
Heating

The Alms House is situated in Thetford, 21 km from The Apex, 28 km from Ickworth House, and 700 metres from Thetford Castle Hill. This 3-star holiday home offers private check-in and check-out, bicycle parking and free WiFi. The holiday home has private entrance. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, inner courtyard views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and bathrobes. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, each unit has bed linen and towels. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Thetford, like cycling. Weeting Castle is 14 km from The Alms House, while St Edmundsbury Cathedral is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Norwich International Airport, 52 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

FREE parking!

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Accommodation Type

Number of guests

One-Bedroom Cottage

Bedroom :

1 extra-large double bed

Living room:

1 sofa bed

One-Bedroom House

Bedroom :

1 large double bed

Living room:

1 sofa bed

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

8.6

Facilities

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Value for money

8.1

Location

9.0

Free WiFi

9.2

Guests who stayed here loved

Michelle
United Kingdom
“The cottage was comfortable had all amenities needed. The cottage has kept original features such as beams etc .”
Diana
United Kingdom
“Being independent. The charm of the cottage and the imaginative renovation. The helpfulness of the host when I did have contact with him. The well appointed kitchen. The cleanliness of the place on arrival, the plentiful supply of...”
Smith
United Kingdom
“Needed a pair of scissors and they were in the kitchen drawer. It was like home from home with everything we needed, unlike a hotel room. Great atmosphere in the accommodation, quiet, little garden at the back. Excellent walking distance to the...”
Debbie
United Kingdom
“Charming property. Slight hiccup over lack of towels swiftly resolved. Many of the previous reviews mention the stairs, yes they are steep, but quite easy to get used to, though not suitable for if you have impaired mobility (there's is a sofa bed...”
Michael
United Kingdom
“N/A for Breakfast. Location great for the town centre. Unfortunately i was only there for one night to attend a funeral. I will however bear this location in mind if i should be in the area again.”
Kenneth
United Kingdom
“Thank you for the gift of your place in Thetford where we have dear friends we have visited many times. We’ve stayed at several establishments but your historic spot is one we loved the most. I shall tell my students about it this fall. Warm...”
Michael
United Kingdom
“I traveled later than expected so didn't reach the property until after midnight; the host waited up to handover the key”
Stephanie
United Kingdom
“The sitting area was very comfortable. Kitchen was well equipped and the bathroom very good. Throughout, the decor was attractive. The location was excellent. Although the bedroom was small, it was comfortable and nicely decorated. The...”
Lawrence
United Kingdom
“This bungalow was like the other at no 55 but I like both really the lock on the front was changed during my stay but I was helped by the owner came with spare key and the landlord at the public house was very helpful too I do appreciate what he...”
Philip
United Kingdom
“Lovely cottage with plenty of character, which gave it a very homely feel and made for a very pleasant stay. The kitchen facilities were excellent whilst the living room had everything you could possibly want.”

Hosted by Piers Hart

9.2

Host review score

Piers Hart

The Alms house is a listed bijou residence in the heart of the ancient town of Thetford. It is one of 6 identical houses built in the C17 by a philanthropist for the deserving poor. The houses were remodelled and extended in the 1990's to include a bathroom, kitchen and cosy upstairs bedroom. Our two Alms houses are simply and comfortably furnished with a large double bed (no 55 has the option of two singles). The lounge has a comfy 2-seater sofa, large smart TV and dining table, with seating for up to 4. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you would expect to find and leads out onto a small paved garden, with outdoor seating. The shower room and WC are on the ground floor. The sofa converts to a small bed suitable for one adult or two children under 14. Bedding for the sofa bed and extra towels are provided for a small extra charge. Please note that the stairs to the bedroom are very steep and are not suitable for anyone with limited mobility.

We do hope that you will enjoy your stay in the Alms House, and that you find everything as it should be. We live only about 15 minutes away, so please let us know if there is anything you need. Sandra and Piers

Thetford is a very ancient town and was once the capital of Norfolk. It abounds with historic ruins, along with more recent connections: it was the film set for the Dad's Army series. The C18 Black Horse opposite, combines an old fashioned pub with a good place to eat (Wednesdays to Sundays) in its comfortable garden dining area. There are plenty of places to explore locally, including Grimes Graves, Bressingham Steam Museum & gardens, Euston Hall, Pakenham Watermill, the Saxon Village and High Lodge. The mediaeval towns of Bury St Edmunds and Lavenham are well worth a visit, as is Norwich, which is only 40mins away.

Languages spoken: German,English,Spanish,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Alms House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

House rules
The Alms House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

1 - 13 years

Extra bed upon request

£10 per stay

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Accepted payment methods

BankcardCash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Alms House 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

Yes, The Alms House is popular with guests booking family stays.
The prices at The Alms House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Alms House on this page.
Check-in at The Alms House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
The Alms House is 400 yards from the centre of Thetford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
The Alms House has the following number of bedrooms:
- 1 bedroom
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
The Alms House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Water park
- Horse riding
The Alms House can accommodate the following group size:
- 3 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

Top currencies

All currencies

All languages