| parking is complimentary. set in a former creamery, this relaxed pub with rooms is 2 miles from the a515 road, and 4 miles from arbor low stone circle and gib hill barrow, a prehistoric site. suites add sitting areas and soaking baths. there's stair-access only. the informal rooms have en suite bathrooms, free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. it's 4 miles from pilsbury castle. the traditionally styled pub features a wood-burning stove and a beer garden. pets are welcome. . breakfast is available (fee)
Manchester Airport 1 hr 8
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