Situated in a small town, this inn provides real ale, good home-cooked food from local suppliers, a fine wine menu and live entertainment on a regular basis.
Built in 1450 the Bull Hotel is a timber house in the charming East Anglian village of Long Melford. The former Coaching Inn offers en suite rooms and fine food.
Welcome to our 15th Century inn where our modern twist on the traditional creates a wonderful setting to enjoy our food, sample our local ales, explore our wine list and rest a weary head.
Tim & Adele
United Kingdom
Staff literally bent over backwards to help with our needs, (we’d booked with two dogs, first time they’d had a hotel stay with us, one dog extremely hyper and needy.. 🤣) had a table booked for a meal before realising he’d just annoy everyone and would have screamed like a child if left in the room, went downstairs to cancel the table and was told we could have the smaller closed off dining area to ourselves, we was absolutely thrilled and enjoyed a delicious 3 course meal in private with both dogs, so kind of the staff, outstanding customer service
Offering a garden and garden view, The Gatehouse is situated in Long Melford, 22 km from Ickworth House and 23 km from The Apex. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.
Offering a terrace and garden view, Lake View Lodges is set in Long Melford, 23 km from Ickworth House and 23 km from The Apex. This apartment provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.
Alan
Ireland
Beautiful location. Friendly and helpful hosts. Excellent lodges, well equipped and very clean. Lots to do in the area.
Located just 20 km from Hedingham Castle, Cranfield Retreat & Glamping - Yurt & Shepherds Hut provides accommodation in Long Melford with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared...
Simon
United Kingdom
Relaxing and peaceful stay. It was cold and raining outside which made it all the more perfect for getting the log burner going and having a cosy night in the yurt.
The Crown Hotel is a family-run historic inn and restaurant, built in 1610. It retains many interesting features, such as Tudor cellars and exposed internal beams.
In the Suffolk countryside, between Bury St. Edmunds and Sudbury, this beautiful 15th-century building offers 4-star accommodation and a restaurant with 2 AA Rosettes for its fine food.
Phil
United Kingdom
Excellent service and polite staff. The Airmen’s bar was excellent
For sheer visual beauty & architectural variety in the...
For sheer visual beauty & architectural variety in the variety of houses plus stately homes to visit There is much history unique shops surrounding fields a river its charm is unique charm there is a liveliness just walking around exploring + 2 stately homes to visit Long Melford is timeless a place too for just relaxing + there are a huge variety of excellent quality eating & drinking & take aways excellent weekly fish supplier butcher baker chemist & grocery shopping as well as antique shops & galleries There are always many advertized village events throughout the year .Long Melford is excellent for peaceful walks too its has a happy atmosphere & friendly locals a base to visit many other places nearby .Long Melford has easy access to everything everywhere all within easy reach one can find country walks lovely scenery & nature with seasonal events providing insight to rural village life There is also unique hedgerow shopping locul produceaand history everywhere
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Anonymous
6.0
Scored 6.0
Long Melford is definitely a place to stay and enjoy.
Long Melford is definitely a place to stay and enjoy. We used it for a functional purpose as we were touring the area. National Trust property adjacent and a good gig street can occupy time just browsing.
Alan
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Long Milford is long!
Long Milford is long! It’s a beautiful and striking place with a wonderful church and green at one end and a long engaging street which takes you to the other. Milford Hall sits near the church and is a National Trust site well worth a visit. Classic Suffolk architecture runs down the high street.
Paul
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
We have visited Long Melford before a few years ago.
We have visited Long Melford before a few years ago. It is a nice place to travel to. Some shops have closed but it is still interesting with its Pubs and Cafe's. Plenty of little villages and towns to explore while staying there. We were able to reach places of interest during that time.
Not far from us in Essex and Hertfordshire with lovely changes of scenery.
Very relaxing weekend.
June
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
It is as lovely old village, 3 miles long with some vey...
It is as lovely old village, 3 miles long with some vey interesting period buildings. Our highlight was the Abbey Church at the top of the hill; one of the top 3 churches in England and Melford Hall, a gem of a NT property. We sent hours exploring the hall, listening to the guides and search out the references to Beatrix Potter who was a frequent visitor. We also chose to stay there because of its proximity to Lavenham, one of the prettiest villages in England, a MUST visit village. Long Melford has a great range of hotels , pubs and bars, you can choose to spend what you like. We eat in the Cock and Bull where we obtained two main meals for £14.00, excellent value, extensive range and served piping hot.
John
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Long Melford is a lovely village with lots of interesting...
Long Melford is a lovely village with lots of interesting things to do and two big houses to visit. "Imagine" is an excellent gallery for pottery. The church is special and has unique brasses.
The cottage was beautifully decorated, immaculately clean and cosy.
The bed was very comfortable and the linen and towels had a real luxury feel.
The cottage had everything we needed for a weekend away and bread, butter, marmalades and milk were provided which was a nice added bonus.
The bathroom was amazing! Big freestanding bath and large shower.
Long Melford is a lovely quaint town with several pubs, shops and cafes and a perfect starting point to explore Sussex.
All the staff were lovely. Being an old building I didn’t expect the room to be as big as it was. I have fibromyalgia so had to ask for an extra quilt, so I could lay on one and put the other over me, it was provided immediately. The meals were superb and so much nicer as I didn’t have to cook them myself. The hotel car park wasn’t very big but we normally managed to find a space on the road and parking was free which is rare these days.
Amazing stay once again. Lovely little village with lots of places to eat. Accommodation is pure luxury with such attention to detail from the home made cake to the little ducks for the bath if you can find them. Just park your car up right outside your room and explore. Lovely hosts that look after you and cook you a fabulous breakfast. If your thinking about it don't just book it you won't be disappointed.
The lodge is very comfortable and has everything you need. It's very relaxing to sit in the garden and spend time watching the sunsets. Long Melford is a lovely town with lots to see and do in the area. Kayaking near Sudbury, cycling on the disused railway and plenty of walks. Would definitely recommend this accommodation. The complimentary breakfast items were much appreciated. Thank you.
Beautiful quiet location right next to the village green and near the amazing wool church. We were told breakfast would be ‘continental’ but don’t let that put you off - it was absolutely fantastic, with fresh pastries, toast, Lancashire bomber cheese, confitures and yoghurt.
The hotel is beautifully designed and very dog friendly too.
The hotel was really nice the staff were exclellent. The whole exprience was made very comfotable for us all the staff very helpful & friendly. The room was very clean. The breakfast & evening meal very good plenty of choice. A really relaxing stay we would reccomend this hotel as we would defiantly return for another stay.
The location, Long Melford, is an interesting place with other attractions nearby. The guest house itself has a fascinating history, and the accommodation is both comfortable and charming. Claire and Laurie are very welcoming hosts, and breakfast is a total feast. Our warmest thanks to you both for making us so welcome!
It was a beautiful property and provided everything we needed to enjoy our stay in long Melford during our visit with family. The yard is beautiful. The kitchen is fully stocked with plenty of things to cook with. The beds are comfy. They provided a few games for the kids. It was a lovely stay.
Excellent location quiet and private. Fabulous host who went out of her way to help us. Accomodation was so lovely, spotless and had absolutely everything you could need, warm and cosy. We loved it and would highly recommend a stay there if in the Long Melford area
Period property reflected authentic and picturesque features. The staff were friendly and helpful, breakfast was served very well and was delicious. Although I did not have dinner there, the hotel appeared to have a good clientele of guests and local dinners.
Room was luxury. Wood burner a bonus. Breakfast was a good choice and excellent. Recommend pancakes.Paul and Clare excellent hosts. Lot's of information on the Mill and Long Melford. Can't wait to go back sometime in 2023. We highly recommend The Mill.
The location and accommodation was lovely. It was peaceful.
Fresh milk in the fridge was great.
Also a short walk (just over a mile) to Long Melford for a decent curry at the Onion Bhaji.
If there were any issues Bruce was always on hand to help.
Beautiful location and surroundings, just a walk across the fields to pubs and cafes of Long Melford. Tastefully decorated. Friendly owner who greeted us upon arrival. Nice enclosed area outdoors where we had breakfast.
From the welcome by Paul through to the stylishly decorated room, beautiful breakfasts, proximity to Melford Hall, and the Long Melford hostelries.. I can honestly say that we had a first-class break at the Mill.
Breakfast was ok. It wasn't clear exactly what was available but what we had was fine. This is not the plushest of hotels but as a value for money experience it fated very good. Dinner was good value for money.
Great setting, lake was good for a paddle, close to Long Melford... Very peaceful.
Hosts were really welcoming, and thanks so much for your thoughts Stacy and Mark!
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