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Station Road, Draycott in the Clay DE6 5GX England
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Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Draycott in the Clay does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Boars Head Hotel, a nice option for travellers like you.

As your “home away from home,” the hotel rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available.

Guests have access to room service, a picnic area, and outdoor furniture while staying at Boars Head Hotel. In addition, Boars Head Hotel offers free breakfast, which will help make your Draycott in the Clay trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests.

Travellers looking to enjoy some fish and chips can head to The Swan Inn. Otherwise, you may want to check out an Asian restaurant such as The Barn Indian Restaurant.

Boars Head Hotel puts the best of Draycott in the Clay at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

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Free parking
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Free breakfast
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Christine F wrote a review 9 Mar
Airdrie, United Kingdom107 contributions51 helpful votes
Stayed overnight here and from the warm welcome we received to when we left the staff were pleasant, polite and efficient. The evening menu is extensive plus “specials”. The food was excellent. Good choice on Breakfast menu and again food was excellent. Our room had King size bed and accommodation was clean and comfortable.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Philip N wrote a review 8 Mar
Downham Market, United Kingdom62 contributions43 helpful votes
This was my second stay at this excellent hotel this year, having been recommended by a member of my fishing club. The accommodation is lovely and clean and the staff and service first class. The food is excellent and very reasonably priced. This is my regular haunt now I’ve discovered it!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Mark D wrote a review Feb 2023
Nottingham10 contributions1 helpful vote
Enjoyed a wonderful relaxing Xmas break at the Boars Head. Nice big comfortable bedroom with king size plus bed. The food was exceptional throughout and the service provided by Gabby and her team was top class, with breakfast in particular very acceptable Plenty of space to play scrabble warmed by log fires in the lounges, ample parking and great location to travel by car. Yes we extended our stay by one night as we enjoyed the stay so much. Booked again in March for the wife`s birthday and really looking forward to a return visit.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Room Tip: Book early, and have dinner if you stay, the food was exceptional.
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lucyl0u17 wrote a review Jan 2023
Derbyshire, United Kingdom4 contributions1 helpful vote
This was my first time visiting the Boars Head, very impressed with the menu options and the food was full of taste and really well presented. Being a coeliac and having a restricted gluten free diet I had more choice than ever. Plenty of options for starters mains and puddings. To start I had a lovely prawn cocktail followed by the sea bass, to finish it off I had a fantastic sticky toffee pudding. All the food looked really great coming out.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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WrinklyBackackers wrote a review Jan 2023
Sawbridgeworth, United Kingdom50 contributions39 helpful votes
We booked as 3 families having a Christmas get together for 3 nights, and it worked very well. Great communication with the hotel. Well received on arrival.The staff were always very friendly. Plenty of space to sit in the evening around 3 roaring log burners in different parts of the guest area. It was a very busy time as there was a family wedding reception taking place while we were there, but the staff still had time to look after us. Room was very nice and plenty of space. A little dated and the bathroom a little tired but very clean. Would definitely return. Disliked · Staffing at breakfast was under par but may have been because it was between Christmas and New Year.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Melanie S wrote a review Dec 2022
Sudbury, United Kingdom49 contributions17 helpful votes
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Returned yesterday from Christmas stay at The Boars Head. Stayed Christmas eve untill Tuesday 27th . We checked in complete with doggie and she had more luggage than we did,the receptionist was lovely ,friendly and check in was fast and smooth. We stayed in room 22,it was excellent standard as usuall,plus next to stairs so easy to take doggo out and back with no effort or going through hotel everytime.Upon entering the room we were greeted with a lovely personal card off the owners plus box of biscuits,fruit bowl and chocolates, a lovely welcoming touch. Their was also an itinerary and Christmas quiz and treasure hunt to do.The large beds are super comfy and the room spotlessly clean,e nsuite was well supplied and clean too. The food too much to mention was excellent throughout,plenty of choice and different menu each day.Every day started off with excellent breakfast and the staff were all a joy,helpful and cheerful ,no matter what time of day or night.Christmas dinner was fabulous and although full,it went off like clockwork .Later that evening we were treated to fabulous buffet supper, thought I'd never eat again after lunch !but managed to fit it in plus more delicious pudds All in all food,accommodation was brilliant but what really makes it so special is the personal family feel and welcome everyone gets .Big thanks to John,Gail,Gabby and crew for making Christmas so special for two very full people and one happy doggie.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mark T wrote a review Dec 2022
Bedworth37 contributions18 helpful votes
Stayed overnigh with Friends and had a really enjoyable, relaxing time. Nicely decorated bar and restuarant serving really good quality food. We had a standard deluxe double on the ground floor which had a good sized, exceptionally comfortable double bed. Room was quiet and had an ample bathroom with decent size shower, with powerful/hot water supply. Breakfast was lovely. One tip i would make to hotel is to maybe add a couple of quid to the room charge and drop the additional £1 charges for addition of items such as mushrooms to the breakfast. Will definitely make a return visit.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Anne-Marie V wrote a review Oct 2022
Darwen, United Kingdom38 contributions29 helpful votes
We picked this hotel on the internet but didn’t actually know anything about it or what to expect when we got there but what a little gem. The rooms were spacious as well as lovely and clean, in fact all of the hotel was very clean. The food was delicious and great value for money but most of all the staff especially Kirsty, Tash and Harrison were wonderful nothing was to much trouble for them, they are a great asset to the hotel. If I had to be picky the only downfall was the noisy plumbing.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Room Tip: Executive king size rooms are so spacious.
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Peggy O wrote a review Oct 2022
Northampton, United Kingdom21 contributions46 helpful votes
Recently met with a group of friends at the Boars Head. The rooms were fine, if a little tired. Beds were really comfortable. However, what made the stay so successful was the staff and the food. The staff were really friendly and accommodating. At breakfast time all nine of us wanted different options, not necessarily on the menu, but this didn't phase them and everything arrived as requested. We intended to eat there the first night but go somewhere different the following night. But the food was so good the first night we decided to eat there again. With such a large choice you might think they would compromise on the standard or the quality, but not so, we were all really pleased with our meals. We thought the whole experience was very good value for money - the hotel stay, the food and the drinks. Could wholeheartedly recommend.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Thanks For The Memories wrote a review Oct 2022
7 contributions2 helpful votes
Nice big rooms and large bathroom with a shower and corner bath lots of space to kick back. Staff welcoming and helpful from the start . Large premises of main road with good car parking. Big choice of breakfast we had full English and then didn’t need any lunch that day. Choice of so many options. Thanks for the taxi number got us to our reception party and collected us on the way back. Nice clean friendly hotel with good facilities for travellers.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Parking on site so pretty garden grounds and pub / bar / resturant. Slept well We only had...
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US$94 - US$111 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United KingdomEnglandDerbyshireDraycott in the Clay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Boars Head Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Boars Head Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Hawksflight Falconry (7.8 km), National Trust Museum of Childhood (1.4 km), and Sudbury Hall (2.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Boars Head Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Boars Head Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Boars Head Hotel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Boars Head Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Heath House Kitchen, The Lighthouse Restaurant, and The Roebuck.
Are pets allowed at Boars Head Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Boars Head Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Tutbury Castle (5.1 km) and Priory Church of Saint Mary the Virgin (5.1 km).
Is Boars Head Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.