A family-run Hotel, Restaurant & Bar set alongside the New Bedford River in Mepal, only 8 miles from Ely. The Three Pickerels accommodations offers a countryside escape with picturesque river views and free WiFi. Recently renovated the hotel features 10 individually decorated rooms each with a wall-mounted flat-screen smart TV, spacious private bathrooms, an espresso coffee machine and tea facilities. Each room has its own unique charm with some offering spacious lounge areas, a dressing room, stunning riverside views and two rooms with riverside balconies. All guests can enjoy our spacious and comfortable downstairs rooms from our cozy lounge area with an open fireplace, our new and modern bar area or our glass fronted riverside restaurant. Guests can even dine and drink alfresco on our new decking area overlooking the river. To delight in the full Three Pickerels experience dine in our riverside restaurant during your stay, serving up pub classics to al a carte evening meals and a scrumptious Sunday Roast each week, or spend your mornings watching the sunrise over the river while you enjoy your cooked to order breakfast with us. Please note that the pub (bar & restaurant) is closed on Sunday evenings and re-opens on Tuesday evenings, you can check our opening times on our website. There are a couple of local pubs open for dinner on these evenings which we would be happy to share with you, and you can still have breakfast with us every morning of your stay. There is free parking at the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Mepal
Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Marjorie
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff friendly and efficient. Excellent breakfast and lunch.
  • Pamela
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a beautiful property. Nicer than you can tell from the pictures. The room was new, clean and very comfortable with a great view of the river. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The food was fabulous! Highly recommend the sea...
  • Anne-louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely pub with rooms in a great location. We stayed for one night... the evening meal and breakfast were delicious and the bed one of the most comfortable I have ever slept in! The staff were all lovely and the location is beautiful, should it...

Host Info

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

A family-run Hotel, Restaurant & Bar set alongside the New Bedford River in Mepal, 8 miles from Ely. The Three Pickerels accommodation offers countryside and river views with free WiFi. Recently renovated the hotel boasts 10 individually decorated rooms each with a wall-mounted flat-screen smart TV, spacious en-suite bathrooms, an espresso coffee machine and tea facilities. Each room has its own unique charm with some offering spacious lounge areas, a dressing room, stunning riverside views and two rooms with riverside balconies. All guests can enjoy our spacious and comfortable downstairs rooms from our wood fired lounge area, modern bar, glass fronted riverside restaurant or even dine alfresco on our new decking area overlooking the river. Dine in our restaurant to delight in the full Three Pickerels experience, serving pub classics to al a carte food and watch the sunrise over the river whilst you enjoy your cooked to order breakfast with us, this can be added to your booking upon arrival. Please note that the pub (restaurant & bar) is closed from Sunday at 7pm until Wednesday lunchtime. There are a couple of local pubs open for dinner on these evenings which we would be happy to share with you, and you can still have breakfast with us every morning of your stay. There is free parking at the property.
The Three Pickerels is a recently renovated building in the quaint village of Mepal in Cambridgeshire alongside the picturesque New Bedford River. Adjacent to the pub gardens are acres of meadow land often frequented by roaming cattle and horses. The family owned business is run by sisters Emily and Molly. They have been transforming the location into a charming riverside Hotel , restaurant and bar for the last 10 years. "Our ethos has always been to exceed in the simple things. Offering our guests a warm welcome, refreshing beverages, hearty dishes and at the end of the day a delightfully comfy bed in a relaxing room for a fantastic nights sleep. Our cozy rooms are a world away from the crowd with stunning views of the river and the countryside. A perfect place to unwind." "Our fantastic and friendly team will be sure to assist you with all your individual needs. We pride ourselves on our high level of customer service which can be seen in our 4* AA ratings." Due to the success of the The Three Pickerels, the sisters are now running a wedding and events venue in the grounds of the property called Stockmans Meadow.
The Three Pickerels Pub is situated in the quaint village of Mepal set alongside The New Bedford River. The river is a by-pass channel of the River Great Ouse. The area is best known for its wildlife including migrant wild fowl, whiter than white swans and freshwater seals. To experience all this, there are a number of country walks that you can go on including The Mepal Way. Other attractions include Ely Cathedral, Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve and Cambridge City Centre.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Three Pickerels
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Three Pickerels takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:30 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.

    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

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash The Three Pickerels accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note that the pub (bar & restaurant) is closed on Sunday evenings until Tuesday evenings, you can check our opening times on our website. There are a couple of local pubs open for dinner on these evenings which we would be happy to share with you, and you can still have breakfast with us every morning of your stay.

    FAQs about The Three Pickerels

    • The Three Pickerels is 1,500 feet from the center of Mepal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Three Pickerels is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • The Three Pickerels has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Room options at The Three Pickerels include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • The Three Pickerels offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

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