In the heart of the National Forest, this early 18th-century pub provides modern, cozily furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi. It is just 5 minutes’ drive from Swadlincote, and East Midlands Airport is 15 miles away.
Every elegant room at The Bull’s Head includes either a private bathroom or access to shared facilities. There is a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee facilities in each room for guests to relax with.
Hearty, full English breakfasts are served every day, and homemade, traditional dishes are provided in the pub. Sunday lunch is served every week, and guests can enjoy a range of real ales and a varied wine list.
Scenic countryside walks can be experienced from just outside this historic pub. Free parking is available, and Burton upon Trent is a 15-minute drive away. Nottingham can be reached in less than 40 minutes by car.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“Excellent rooms and food. Host was great and very welcoming.”
David
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff & great breakfast.
Quiet location with ample free parking.
Clean good sized room.”
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Purnima
United States
“It was an amazing stay. Becky was just amazing. We chatted a lot and she was super friendly. The inn was very cute. The room was very cozy & comfortable. The english breakfast was delicious. We had dinner at the pub and it was great. I would love...”
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Rachel
United Kingdom
“We stayed in room 4. Lovely sized room spacious and clean with good facilities in the bedroom & bathroom. Really good food, breakfast was delicious. David and the staff were very friendly.”
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Jean
United States
“The staff were exceptionally kind, helpful, friendly.
The breakfasts were cooked to order; “ full English “ is offered. One day, I requested some fruit and the next day the manager had bought a pineapple!
Although the building is quite old, the...”
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Jmmw
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, very clean and lovely food. Free parking and good location for Ashby. Bottled water available for the room.”
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Joanne
Canada
“Good full breakfast. Nice dinner in the restaurant. Great accommodations for a one night stay. Lovely friendly staff at check in and meals”
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Sean
United Kingdom
“David's Breakfasts are legendary !!! David and the team always make us feel welcome.”
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Kathleen
United Kingdom
“wonderful friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable. lovely food, especially the breakfast”
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Jane
United Kingdom
“The welcome we received on arrival and staff attention and friendliness during our stay. Will definitely return. Thank you!”
Area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
The Bulls Head
Cuisine
British
Open for
Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Family-friendly • Traditional
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Gluten-free
Amenities of The Bulls Head
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular amenities
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Free Wifi
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
House rules
The Bulls Head takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
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