The Knife & Cleaver
The Grove, Houghton Conquest, Houghton Conquest, MK45 3LA, United Kingdom – Great location - show map
Opposite a Grade I listed church, The Knife & Cleaver is a AA 4 Gold Star award winning guest house. It is situated in the picturesque village of Houghton Conquest, just 15 minutes’ drive from Bedford city centre and main line rail station of Ampthill. Countryside walks can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, or venture into Bedford to enjoy sights such as St Paul’s Square, River Great Ouse or Embankment Gardens. An en suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi and a TV are provided in each room at The Knife & Cleaver, and some come with a king-size bed. A fine dining restaurant serving a wide variety of modern British classics is available on-site, as well as a terrace for alfresco dining and drinking. A range of real ales can be enjoyed in the bar or in the beer garden.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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See what guests loved the most:
- AdrianUnited Kingdom“Breakfast was continental and well catered for. Rooms really nice. Locals and staff, very friendly.”
- MMatthewUnited Kingdom“The breakfast was exceptional, with the smoked salmon, scrambled eggs and avocado some of the best I have had”
- DianeUnited Kingdom“The room was very pleasant and the bed was comfortable. The location was lovely and quiet and convenient for my journey for business in Bedford”
Property surroundings
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Breakfast
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast
Facilities of The Knife & CleaverGreat facilities! Review score, 8.1
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Towels
- Shower
- Linen
- Terrace
- Evening entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Express check-in/check-out
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Carpeted
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
Property practice
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 18 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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash The Knife & Cleaver accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Late check-out can be arranged for 12:00 at a surcharge.
Pets can be accommodated at a supplement of GBP 10 per night.
The restaurant takes last orders at 21:45 Monday to Saturday, and 21:30 on Sundays.
Guests arriving whilst the pub us closed can still access the rooms as the room buildings are separate to the main building.
Legal information
FAQs about The Knife & Cleaver
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Guests staying at The Knife & Cleaver can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
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Room options at The Knife & Cleaver include:
- Double
- Twin
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The Knife & Cleaver is 250 yards from the centre of Houghton Conquest. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at The Knife & Cleaver is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Yes, The Knife & Cleaver is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The Knife & Cleaver has 2 restaurants:
- Restaurant
- Breakfast
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The Knife & Cleaver offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Evening entertainment
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The prices at The Knife & Cleaver may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.