Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary English breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Guests planning to arrive after 9:00 PM should contact the property in advance.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated parking and public areas. However, specific accessibility features may vary.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Donyatt Village Hall and Chard Leisure Centre. It is approximately 13.8 miles from the Dorset and East Devon Coast and 14.6 miles from Lyme Regis Beach.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no charge for children under the age of 18 when staying with an adult.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available at a fee of GBP 15 per night. Advance request is required for availability.

Hornsbury Mill

What guests think

Hornsbury Mill earns consistent praise for its welcoming, helpful staff and characterful historic setting, with lovely gardens, a lake and working mill features, creating a tranquil atmosphere that many guests find relaxing and distinctive.

Rooms are often comfortable and spacious, though some feel dated or have quirks such as uneven floors, low beams, small showers, or occasional noise from the water wheel or service areas in certain locations. Breakfast and dinners are widely enjoyed and considered good value, with a few notes about small portions or inconsistent quality when the hotel is busy. Cleanliness is generally strong, though a few guests mention a room needing a deeper clean or parts of the property that could be tidier. Expect a quiet, tucked away stay near Chard with historic charm and friendly service.

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Facilities

Historic mill features and expansive gardens with a lake and gazebo create a charming, tranquil setting. Some reviews note dated areas and occasional maintenance issues, with parts of the exterior needing a tidy.

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KIM

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we felt a sense of tranquility. The staff were welcoming and attentive. This place really is a hidden gem. Beautiful grounds with a lovely pond and ducks. Inside was just as appealing with a working waterwheel. We had a lovely meal and room was very comfortable. Will definitely stay again

10

Angela

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely beautiful restored old mill lovely and clean , comfortable good food and friendly staff .Also the grounds of the hotel were breathtaking so lovely to walk around the lake and see the peacock and ducks would definitely return .

10

Linda

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting being an old mill by a lake. Peaceful and a mist enjoyable stay.

10

Alan

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent overnight stop ideally situated in quiet location on route back from Cornwall to Surrey. The mill is an historic building so our room and layout reflects this. We had pleasant evening meal seated next to the working water wheel and full English breakfast the next morning. All staff were very friendly and helpful

10

Robert

Jul 16, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing location. Tranquil, tucked away but a short hop to chard. Beautiful lake and large wooden gazebo for a chilled drink after dinner.

10

maria

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely mill, the rooms were great, the bed very comfy, breakfast was brilliant and the grounds were really pleasant and charming to walk around. The staff were friendly and helpful.

10

Robert

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Zoe was a star nothing was too much trouble for her. All staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and spacious. Grounds were stunning a lovely setting for a quiet drink with just the ducks for company.

8

Rob

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting, friendly staff but just needs a bit of an upgrade.

6

Deborah

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room could do with a spring clean Also the The feature of the hotel is its grounds birds mess on patio patio and around pond and also in the wooden gazebo pots with dead plants in genuinely needs a good tidy up shame really

10

Kellyanne

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place is our favourite its is so beautiful amazing grounds such lovely staff very very clean food is amazing

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Cleanliness

Rooms are widely described as very clean, with several reviews calling them spotless. A few guests mention a needed deeper clean in a room or other areas that could be tidier.

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10

Danielle

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The food was amazing hats off to the chef. The room was clean and had everything I needed The staff were attentive and helpful

8

Lawrence

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean tidy comfortable room.

10

Kellyanne

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a beautiful place been here 3 times now staff are so friendly and welcoming rooms are spotless and food is amazing

10

Lee

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely fantastic. As we checked in late we had to call for the night porter. He was so helpful. Room was really good, clean, spacious. Bed was large and comfortable. Room quiet. Plenty of Tea/coffee. Breakfast was also excellent. Kirsty made sure we had everything we needed and more. Cannot fault this hotel at all. Lovely grounds to walk round. Just need to come back and stay longer.

8

Brian

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely old hotel with friendly staff and a warm welcome. Breakfast had a good choice and came well presented and hot. The room was clean and offered free bottles of water and tea, coffee and biscuits. A very enjoyable stay

10

Robert

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Zoe was a star nothing was too much trouble for her. All staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and spacious. Grounds were stunning a lovely setting for a quiet drink with just the ducks for company.

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Deborah

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room could do with a spring clean Also the The feature of the hotel is its grounds birds mess on patio patio and around pond and also in the wooden gazebo pots with dead plants in genuinely needs a good tidy up shame really

10

Marie

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely, clean and comfortable room. All the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was excellent and reasonably priced.

8

Lawrence

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice historic property, staffed by a lovely helpful team. We had a good night’s sleep and a scrumptious breakfast. If I’m being super critical, the room was bordering on being tired but still comfortable and clean. Thank you guys!

10

Kellyanne

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place is our favourite its is so beautiful amazing grounds such lovely staff very very clean food is amazing

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Rooms

Many rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with supportive beds and some quiet stays. Some feel dated or have quirks of the historic building—uneven floors, low beams, small showers—and occasional noise affects certain rooms.

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Julie

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good property but the room had uneven floor which made it hard to all if u steady on feet

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Lesley

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Hornsbury Mill is a very charming hotel, set in beautiful grounds with a little lake. The staff are very friendly and attentive and the bed comfortable. I had the full English (vegan) breakfast and it was very tasty. The one complaint I had was that when the very charming old mill wheel is on and turning (which they switch off at 8pm), the noise made a constant thud in my room and bothered me a little. I assume it won’t be too much of a bother though to most people, who would be in bed well after 8pm, but on this particular occasion I was exhausted and needed to go to bed very early and get a good night’s rest. The other noise that bothered me was that my room # 6 was at the back of the hotel where the dumpsters are and where the staff seemed to hang out for a little while after their shift, which again disrupted my sleep. However, I did speak to someone (I assume the owner?) who was very apologetic and said he would address this. Overall I was very happy with the hotel and would recommend it.

10

KIM

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we felt a sense of tranquility. The staff were welcoming and attentive. This place really is a hidden gem. Beautiful grounds with a lovely pond and ducks. Inside was just as appealing with a working waterwheel. We had a lovely meal and room was very comfortable. Will definitely stay again

10

Lee

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely fantastic. As we checked in late we had to call for the night porter. He was so helpful. Room was really good, clean, spacious. Bed was large and comfortable. Room quiet. Plenty of Tea/coffee. Breakfast was also excellent. Kirsty made sure we had everything we needed and more. Cannot fault this hotel at all. Lovely grounds to walk round. Just need to come back and stay longer.

10

maria

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely mill, the rooms were great, the bed very comfy, breakfast was brilliant and the grounds were really pleasant and charming to walk around. The staff were friendly and helpful.

10

Robert

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Zoe was a star nothing was too much trouble for her. All staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and spacious. Grounds were stunning a lovely setting for a quiet drink with just the ducks for company.

10

Nathan

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were clean and spacious (shower on small side) Staff were friendly and welcoming, food was excellent and very well priced, situated in a lovely picturesque area, would definitely recommend

10

Marie

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely, clean and comfortable room. All the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was excellent and reasonably priced.

8

Lawrence

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice historic property, staffed by a lovely helpful team. We had a good night’s sleep and a scrumptious breakfast. If I’m being super critical, the room was bordering on being tired but still comfortable and clean. Thank you guys!

10

Richard

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Needed a hotel where I could leave a trailer. Extremely helpful when I phoned and equally helpful in sorting out afternoon tea even though their kitchen was shut. One of the best meals I have had at the restaurant especially when considering the price. Good breakfast choice. Grounds beautiful and resident peacock and peahen. Tranquil. Bed comfortable just needed to be a little careful of low ish beam in room.

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Service

Service is consistently praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-ins and attentive staff across the hotel. No recurring service problems are reported.

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10

Danielle

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The food was amazing hats off to the chef. The room was clean and had everything I needed The staff were attentive and helpful

10

KIM

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we felt a sense of tranquility. The staff were welcoming and attentive. This place really is a hidden gem. Beautiful grounds with a lovely pond and ducks. Inside was just as appealing with a working waterwheel. We had a lovely meal and room was very comfortable. Will definitely stay again

10

Alan

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent overnight stop ideally situated in quiet location on route back from Cornwall to Surrey. The mill is an historic building so our room and layout reflects this. We had pleasant evening meal seated next to the working water wheel and full English breakfast the next morning. All staff were very friendly and helpful

10

Lee

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely fantastic. As we checked in late we had to call for the night porter. He was so helpful. Room was really good, clean, spacious. Bed was large and comfortable. Room quiet. Plenty of Tea/coffee. Breakfast was also excellent. Kirsty made sure we had everything we needed and more. Cannot fault this hotel at all. Lovely grounds to walk round. Just need to come back and stay longer.

8

michael

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good atmosphere, friendly staff.

10

Jason

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic staff and the food was excellent. Will definitely stay again.

8

michael

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A easy stay and Roberta (member of staff) made it all very easy

10

maria

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely mill, the rooms were great, the bed very comfy, breakfast was brilliant and the grounds were really pleasant and charming to walk around. The staff were friendly and helpful.

10

Robert

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Zoe was a star nothing was too much trouble for her. All staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and spacious. Grounds were stunning a lovely setting for a quiet drink with just the ducks for company.

10

Marie

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely, clean and comfortable room. All the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was excellent and reasonably priced.

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Location

Quiet, tucked away setting near Chard suits relaxing breaks and convenient stopovers. Guests highlight picturesque surroundings and easy onward travel.

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KIM

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we felt a sense of tranquility. The staff were welcoming and attentive. This place really is a hidden gem. Beautiful grounds with a lovely pond and ducks. Inside was just as appealing with a working waterwheel. We had a lovely meal and room was very comfortable. Will definitely stay again

10

Linda

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting being an old mill by a lake. Peaceful and a mist enjoyable stay.

10

Alan

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent overnight stop ideally situated in quiet location on route back from Cornwall to Surrey. The mill is an historic building so our room and layout reflects this. We had pleasant evening meal seated next to the working water wheel and full English breakfast the next morning. All staff were very friendly and helpful

10

Hannelore

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A lovely stay in an absolutely authentic hotel, surrounded by a beautiful landscape. We even participated in a mystery dinner - together with some local people - in the hotel‘s restaurant. If you need some advice on day trips or good places in the area, make sure you speak to the landlord.

10

ROB

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Highly recommended,quiet location and excellent staff,

10

Robert

Jul 16, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing location. Tranquil, tucked away but a short hop to chard. Beautiful lake and large wooden gazebo for a chilled drink after dinner.

10

Nathan

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were clean and spacious (shower on small side) Staff were friendly and welcoming, food was excellent and very well priced, situated in a lovely picturesque area, would definitely recommend

10

Richard

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Needed a hotel where I could leave a trailer. Extremely helpful when I phoned and equally helpful in sorting out afternoon tea even though their kitchen was shut. One of the best meals I have had at the restaurant especially when considering the price. Good breakfast choice. Grounds beautiful and resident peacock and peahen. Tranquil. Bed comfortable just needed to be a little careful of low ish beam in room.

10

MICHAEL

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a wonderful 2 night stay at the Hornsbury Mill. We had a friendly welcome and easy check in. Our room was comfortable and a good size and serviced upton request. We had dinner in the small and characterful restaurant and enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. Breakfast was plentiful and cooked to order. We found the Hornsbury Mill to be friendly and relaxed and enjoyed the surrounding areas. We would definitely stay again if we were in the area. Thank you

8

David

Apr 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Food was variable. One dinner was great but the next day they had an event and the food was distinctly average (steak over cooked, pork tough...)

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Dining

Breakfast and dinners are frequently praised for taste, value, and a pleasant restaurant atmosphere. A few reviews mention small portions or inconsistent quality during busy events.

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Lesley

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Hornsbury Mill is a very charming hotel, set in beautiful grounds with a little lake. The staff are very friendly and attentive and the bed comfortable. I had the full English (vegan) breakfast and it was very tasty. The one complaint I had was that when the very charming old mill wheel is on and turning (which they switch off at 8pm), the noise made a constant thud in my room and bothered me a little. I assume it won’t be too much of a bother though to most people, who would be in bed well after 8pm, but on this particular occasion I was exhausted and needed to go to bed very early and get a good night’s rest. The other noise that bothered me was that my room # 6 was at the back of the hotel where the dumpsters are and where the staff seemed to hang out for a little while after their shift, which again disrupted my sleep. However, I did speak to someone (I assume the owner?) who was very apologetic and said he would address this. Overall I was very happy with the hotel and would recommend it.

10

Alan

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent overnight stop ideally situated in quiet location on route back from Cornwall to Surrey. The mill is an historic building so our room and layout reflects this. We had pleasant evening meal seated next to the working water wheel and full English breakfast the next morning. All staff were very friendly and helpful

10

Lee

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely fantastic. As we checked in late we had to call for the night porter. He was so helpful. Room was really good, clean, spacious. Bed was large and comfortable. Room quiet. Plenty of Tea/coffee. Breakfast was also excellent. Kirsty made sure we had everything we needed and more. Cannot fault this hotel at all. Lovely grounds to walk round. Just need to come back and stay longer.

10

Jason

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic staff and the food was excellent. Will definitely stay again.

10

maria

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely mill, the rooms were great, the bed very comfy, breakfast was brilliant and the grounds were really pleasant and charming to walk around. The staff were friendly and helpful.

10

Marie

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely, clean and comfortable room. All the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was excellent and reasonably priced.

8

Lawrence

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice historic property, staffed by a lovely helpful team. We had a good night’s sleep and a scrumptious breakfast. If I’m being super critical, the room was bordering on being tired but still comfortable and clean. Thank you guys!

6

jason

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice venue - dated rooms and facilities . Breakfast great - evening meal small portions . Could do with modernisation

10

MICHAEL

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a wonderful 2 night stay at the Hornsbury Mill. We had a friendly welcome and easy check in. Our room was comfortable and a good size and serviced upton request. We had dinner in the small and characterful restaurant and enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. Breakfast was plentiful and cooked to order. We found the Hornsbury Mill to be friendly and relaxed and enjoyed the surrounding areas. We would definitely stay again if we were in the area. Thank you

8

David

Apr 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Food was variable. One dinner was great but the next day they had an event and the food was distinctly average (steak over cooked, pork tough...)

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Hornsbury Mill

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

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