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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 accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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Guesthouse The Dukes

The Dukes

7-9 Leighton Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0AA, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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7.8
Good
49 reviews
  • Facilities

    7.4

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Value for money

    7.1

  • Location

    8.4

  • Total

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    5.8

tasty , prompt and perfectly poached eggs. Staff were very polite and very attentive, One of the most relaxed breakfasts i have ever had.

Paul United Kingdom

We only had accommodation ,the room was adequate ,the bedding was clean ,fresh and comfortable

Linda United Kingdom

We used this hotel to go to the F1. The room was small but cute. Tea, coffee & water facilities which I enjoy in the room when staying away. The staff were very friendly, top class service and seemed to be enjoying their job which is lovely to see. Also one evening they had a pizza van next to the pub garden which was a nice and quirky surprise. Thank you

Billie United Kingdom

The Dukes is a lovely country pub. Enjoyed our stay for the night. Staff are very friendly.

Claire United Kingdom

The rooms being separate from the main building meant we could come and go as we pleased without worrying about disturbing anyone. The area is very nice and quiet and there is a bus stop right outside that runs to the centre of Milton Keynes via the stadium - very useful for us as we were going to a gig there! We found our room cosy and the bed comfortable, and the staff were lovely and helpful.

Carolyn United Kingdom

The room was quiet and comfortable, and spotlessly clean. The staff were really friendly

Alan United Kingdom

Room 5 was good, breakfast was nice, the burger the night before was good, the local clientele were chatty

Debbe United Kingdom

Nice friendly staff and locals, room was warm and tidy

Simon United Kingdom

Easy to find, the pub had a great atmosphere, some gentle live music in the evening. The room was small but had all the facilities I needed. It was lovely to find somewhere that accepted dogs and didn't charge for them, REALLY good! The room was in a mini motel style so I was able to park right outside it. Lovely and warm and plenty of hot water.

Ann United Kingdom

Bed very comfy, just a general welcoming, comfortable place to stay!

Nikki South Africa

Staff

8.9
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The Dukes

The Dukes

7.8
Good
49 reviews
  • 8.9

    Staff

  • What guests loved the most:
  • “tasty , prompt and perfectly poached eggs. Staff were very polite and very attentive, One of the most relaxed breakfasts i have ever had.”
    Paul Paul United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We only had accommodation ,the room was adequate ,the bedding was clean ,fresh and comfortable”
    Linda Linda United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We used this hotel to go to the F1. The room was small but cute. Tea, coffee & water facilities which I enjoy in the room when staying away.”
    Billie Billie United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The Dukes is a lovely country pub. Enjoyed our stay for the night. Staff are very friendly.”
    Claire Claire United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The rooms being separate from the main building meant we could come and go as we pleased without worrying about disturbing anyone.”
    Carolyn Carolyn United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The room was quiet and comfortable, and spotlessly clean. The staff were really friendly”
    Alan Alan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room 5 was good, breakfast was nice, the burger the night before was good, the local clientele were chatty”
    Debbe Debbe United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Nice friendly staff and locals, room was warm and tidy”
    Simon Simon United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Easy to find, the pub had a great atmosphere, some gentle live music in the evening. The room was small but had all the facilities I needed.”
    Ann Ann United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Bed very comfy, just a general welcoming, comfortable place to stay!”
    Nikki Nikki South Africa South Africa

The Dukes is set in Leighton Buzzard in the Bedfordshire Region, 29 mi from Oxford. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

All rooms have a flat-screen TV. You will find a mini fridge with milk and tea/coffee making facilities in the room. Every room comes with a private shower room. The Dukes features free WiFi in the common areas.

Milton Keynes is 8.1 mi from The Dukes, while Northampton is 23 mi away. The nearest airport is London Luton Airport, 12 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

끸 Free Parking Available On Site

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7.8
Good
49 reviews
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  • Paul United Kingdom

    “tasty , prompt and perfectly poached eggs. Staff were very polite and very attentive, One of the most relaxed breakfasts i have ever had.”

  • Linda United Kingdom

    “We only had accommodation ,the room was adequate ,the bedding was clean ,fresh and comfortable”

  • Billie United Kingdom

    “We used this hotel to go to the F1. The room was small but cute. Tea, coffee & water facilities which I enjoy in the room when staying away. The staff were very friendly, top class service and seemed to be enjoying their job which is lovely to see. Also one evening they had a pizza van next to the pub garden which was a nice and quirky surprise. Thank you ” Read more

  • Claire United Kingdom

    “The Dukes is a lovely country pub. Enjoyed our stay for the night. Staff are very friendly.”

  • Carolyn United Kingdom

    “The rooms being separate from the main building meant we could come and go as we pleased without worrying about disturbing anyone. The area is very nice and quiet and there is a bus stop right outside that runs to the centre of Milton Keynes via the stadium - very useful for us as we were going to a gig there! We found our room cosy and the bed comfortable, and the staff were lovely and helpful.” Read more

  • Alan United Kingdom

    “The room was quiet and comfortable, and spotlessly clean. The staff were really friendly”

  • Debbe United Kingdom

    “Room 5 was good, breakfast was nice, the burger the night before was good, the local clientele were chatty ”

  • Simon United Kingdom

    “Nice friendly staff and locals, room was warm and tidy ”

  • Ann United Kingdom

    “Easy to find, the pub had a great atmosphere, some gentle live music in the evening. The room was small but had all the facilities I needed. It was lovely to find somewhere that accepted dogs and didn't charge for them, REALLY good! The room was in a mini motel style so I was able to park right outside it. Lovely and warm and plenty of hot water.” Read more

  • Nikki South Africa

    “Bed very comfy, just a general welcoming, comfortable place to stay!”

Hosted by Sarah Smith & Jo Carter

Host Review Score 8.9
Sarah Smith & Jo Carter

Sarah Smith & Jo Carter

The Dukes, formally The Dukes Head, is an 18th century, grade II listed, thatched roofed village pub. It has been recently refurbished and transformed into a gastro pub with an A La Carte restaurant, traditional bar menu, real ales, open fire and 6 en-suite bedrooms.

The project has been a labour of love for sisters Sarah Smith and Jo Carter who would love to welcome you into their abode. The pub’s recent restoration facelift has included restoring the open fire, re-equipping the bar and restaurant areas, and refurbishing the six bed and breakfast rooms. Owner and Landlady Sarah Smith has 14 years’ experience in the hospitality trade including a spell as restaurant manager at the Michelin-starred restaurant in Oxfordshire.

We are located in heart of Heath & Reach village opposite the village green and the glorious clock tower. We just 1.5 miles from Leighton Buzzard town centre towards the A5, 15 minutes drive from Milton Keynes and less than 10 minutes drive from Woburn. We're just 15 minutes drive away from the M1 at Junction 13. There is a bus stop right outside of our front door on the main road and the busses will take you to Milton Keynes City Centre or to Leighton Buzzard or surrounding areas. We're 10 minutes from Woburn Safari Park and 15 minutes from Xscape Milton Keynes or Milton Keynes Bowl.

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Area Info *
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What's nearby
  • Woburn Abbey
    2.7 miles
  • Bletchley Park
    5.1 miles
  • Arena MK
    5.6 miles
  • Wavendon
    5.7 miles
  • The Stables
    5.9 miles
  • The Open University
    6.1 miles
  • Toddington Services M1
    6.5 miles
Top attractions
  • Milton Keynes Bowl
    6.9 miles
Public transit
  • Train Bletchley Train Station
    5 miles
  • Train Bletchley Train Station
    5 miles
  • Train Woburn Sands Railway Station
    5.2 miles
Closest Airports
  • London Luton Airport
    12.6 miles
  • London Heathrow Airport
    33.8 miles
  • London Stansted Airport
    39.2 miles
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1 Restaurant On Site

    The Dukes Restaurant

    Food: British, Local

    Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour

    Menu: À la carte

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Amenities of The Dukes

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Pets
  • Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities
  • Bingo
  • Live music/Performance
  • Themed dinners Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking
  • Secure parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Kids' TV channels
  • Books, DVDs & music for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cards accepted at this property

Maestro Mastercard Visa The Dukes accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Dukes accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

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 accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform The Dukes of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Dukes

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Live music/Performance
    • Walking tours
    • Themed dinners
    • Bingo

  • Check-in at The Dukes is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The Dukes is 1.8 miles from the center of Leighton Buzzard.

  • The Dukes has 1 restaurant:

    • The Dukes Restaurant

  • Guests staying at The Dukes can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

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

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Dukes (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Secure parking
    • Accessible parking

  • Room options at The Dukes include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Family

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Dukes by:

    • Taxi 40min
    • Car 40min

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  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities7.4
  • Cleanliness7.6
  • Comfort7.8
  • Value for money 7.1
  • Location8.4
  • Free WiFi 5.8
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