The Packhorse Inn

We arrived a little early before check-in and enjoyed a few drinks in the bar which has two functioning fireplaces and a friendly local feeding them logs. The Packhorse is a tastefully modernised hotel with function and dining rooms. In one you can see the steps down to the cellar - the wine list is well represented and a joy to plunder. Our room, Folly (they’ve all got horsey names) had a roll top bath. Toiletries are by Bramley. We were given fresh milk in a little insulated bottle for the coffee machine. Dinner was delightful and served by Amira. We had ham hock terrine with molasses soda bread, an unctuously delicious shepherds pie with mixed greens, then creme brûlée with poached pear and chocolate icecream. We had South Australian Shiraz by Mr Goose and one bottle wasn’t quite enough! Next morning we were served by Becky with a massive East Anglian fry up (“the best ever” he said) and I had sourdough toast with smoked salmon (my idea of the best). There are also plenty of pastries, breads, cereals, yoghurt and fruit to help yourself to. Would we go again? Yes, most definitely!

I had the best time ever staying here the night before our wedding. From the moment we stepped into the pub/ hotel to the moment I left in my wedding car, it was super special. The food was great and the service second to none, I even got a complimentary glass of champagne on the morning of our wedding. Thank you to all the staff xx

Our stay was comfortable but our room lacked a place to put our small suitcase, had to use the floor! Bathroom needed a shelf in the shower to put soap and shampoo etc! Dinner was good but our breakfast lacked choice of cereals, fruit and bread, not everyone wants a full English. No marmalade ! Staff were very friendly and helpful.