Surrounded by 8.5 acres of beautiful grounds, The Boars Head Hotel offers an à la carte restaurant, and a traditional carvery. A 20-minute drive from Ashbourne, it has free Wi-Fi, and free parking on site. Rooms are simply designed with traditional wooden furnishings. Each has its own bathroom, and features a TV with satellite channels, a seating area, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Food at The Boars Head is homemade, using from fresh local ingredients. There is a daily specials board, and a wide selection of drinks are on offer in the bar. A full English breakfast is provided each morning. Alton Towers Theme Park is a 20-minute drive away, and the centre of Derby is 20 miles from the building.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean modern rooms in a good local pub/restaurant
  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Evening meal was excellent, the sax player was very good
  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The evening meal was lovely , the sax player was very good

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Boars Head
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Boars Head Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Boars Head Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

Prices for cots and 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 and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Boars Head Hotel

  • The Boars Head Hotel is 0.8 miles from the centre of Sudbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Boars Head Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at The Boars Head Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The Boars Head Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at The Boars Head Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Boars Head Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • The Boars Head

    • Yes, The Boars Head Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.