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 center of Derby is 20 miles from the building.

Couples in particular 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 full bed
2 twin beds
1 queen 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:

  • Kim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly check in with Tasha on reception she was excellent. Good value menu with plenty of choice and good wine list . Dining staff very friendly , helpful and professional nothing too much trouble. Bedroom good size with adequate teas,...
  • Shonah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent room, easy access to field to exercise dogs. Car parked close to our room. Good variety of food including vegetarian. Pleasant staff. We had to leave before breakfast but a continental breakfast was put in our room. Much appreciated....
  • Ellis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean accommodation, helpful friendly staff, good choice for breakfast, excellent food.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Boars Head Hotel

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

    • The Boars Head Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • The Boars Head

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

    • Check-in at The Boars Head Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at The Boars Head Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin

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

    • The prices at The Boars Head Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.