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The Bird in Hand

Name: The Bird in Hand
Address: Church Road,, Wreningham, Ashwellthorpe, GB

★★★★·9.3/ 10Excellent

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📍Church Road,, Wreningham · Ashwellthorpe ↗

Offsite parking discounted rates availableParkingKid mealsCashless payment availableInternet accessOffsite parking discounted rates availableAll 10 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 205 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-12

Guests praise spacious, clean rooms, comfortable beds, and exceptional food, especially steaks. Staff are highly rated for warmth and attentiveness. Minor complaints include thin walls, worn furniture, and breakfast quality lagging behind dinner.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service10.0

Location10.0

Facilities9.2

Cleanliness9.2

Surroundings9.2

Value9.0

＋ PraisedFriendly and helpful staff · Excellent food and allergy-friendly · Spacious and comfortable rooms · Fabulous breakfast

－ ComplaintsPoor soundproofing · Basic or dated facilities · Price considered high · Dinner tables book up fast

KEYIdeal for families/couples seeking fine dining and quiet. Book dinner early; avoid if noise-sensitive.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location? What attractions are nearby?＋

Located in Ashwellthorpe with a perfect 10/10 location score. Nearby attractions include Dunston Hall, Norwich Cathedral, and Bawburgh Golf Club, making it convenient for exploring the Cotswolds.

diningHow is the dining experience? Any recommendations?＋

Dining is exceptional, especially steaks and pies. There is an on-site restaurant and bar offering kid meals. Breakfast quality lags slightly behind dinner, so booking ahead for dinner is recommended.

familyIs this hotel suitable for families?＋

Highly suitable. 54 family guests praised spacious rooms (including family rooms) and friendly staff. Children are allowed, kid meals are provided, and the hotel is accommodating regarding allergens.

coupleWhat are the advantages for couples?＋

52 couple guests praised clean, spacious, and comfortable rooms with accessible bathtubs. The quiet environment, convenient parking, and exceptional dining make it ideal for relaxation.

roomHow are the room facilities and services?＋

Rooms are spacious, clean, and feature comfortable beds, free wired internet, desks, and TVs. Service scores a perfect 10/10. However, some rooms have poor soundproofing and worn facilities.

pros_consWhat are the main pros and cons?＋

Pros: Exceptional food, friendly service, spacious clean rooms, and comfortable beds. Cons: Poor soundproofing in some rooms, worn facilities, and inconsistent breakfast quality compared to dinner.

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The Bird in Hand

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 4

Deluxe Double Room with Bath

Small Double Room

Superior Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Facilities · 10

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