The Bildeston Crown

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“Part of Suffolk’s Nedging Hall Estate, this privately owned village pub with 13 newly refurbished rooms feels like a welcome sanctuary. The bar and restaurant have a lively atmosphere and draw a crowd for the delicious estate-to-plate dining. Perfect for a pitstop or gourmet mini break.”

Hotel review

The historical 15th century former coaching inn radiates warmth from its yellow ochre façade and a feeling of lightness and calm on the inside. The enthusiastic manager and his delightful team of staff are on hand to usher guests along a tartan corridor to their rooms - all spacious and uber comfy with spotless en suite bathrooms. 
 
Decor is fresh and contemporary country in style - white bedlinen with colourful print cushions on beds that are either wooden framed, rattan, bateau, brass or four-poster. A velvet sofa, leather armchair or elegant upholstered antique Louis XV chair is provided for added comfort along with coffee and tea making facilities. 
 
Dining is a treat. The homegrown vegetables, fresh from the kitchen garden and locally sourced ingredients, mean dishes are full of flavour and the chef goes the extra mile to create a menu that’s innovative, original and thoughtfully presented. There’s an extensive wine list to accompany food. The owners acquired Mauldon’s, the oldest brewery in East Anglia, in 2019 and their award-winning beers are available from the bar. The restaurant gets lively at night with locals and guests alike enjoying the edible delights. Overall it’s a great experience. This is no ordinary pub. 

Laura Campbell

Recommended for

  • Great walks

    • Suffolk has numerous quaint villages and open countryside to explore and it's relatively flat landscape makes for easy walking

  • Foodies

    • With casual and formal dining available and a modern british menu on offer this is the ideal hotel for foodies

  • Watersports

    • For watersports enthusiasts there is Alton Water Activity Centre based on Suffolk's largest reservior

  • Other Activities

    • The Go Ape in Thetford Forest provides plenty of adreniline fueled activities for all ages

  • Country Escape

    • Located in the heart of Suffolk’s picturesque countryside in a sleepy village

  • Cycling

    • Miles of cycle routes are waiting to be explored in this beautiful county

  • Riding

    • Meet the counties famed and beautiful horses at the Suffolk Punch Trust

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Quiet

  • Owner managed

  • Contemporary

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • Village

  • Inn

  • Chic

  • Restaurant

Facilities

  • Rooms

    12 rooms in this hotel

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Fireplace

  • Bar

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Garden

  • Restaurant

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Suffolk has numerous quaint villages and open countryside to explore and it's relatively flat landscape makes for easy walking

  • Watersports

    • For watersports enthusiasts there is Alton Water Activity Centre based on Suffolk's largest reservior

  • Other Activities

    • The Go Ape in Thetford Forest provides plenty of adreniline fueled activities for all ages

  • Cycling

    • Miles of cycle routes are waiting to be explored in this beautiful county

  • Riding

    • Meet the counties famed and beautiful horses at the Suffolk Punch Trust

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