| pets are welcome. this traditional 18th-century pub with rooms is 5 miles from bletchley park museum, 8 miles from the national bowl entertainment venue and 10 miles from milton keynes theatre. the restaurant features original oak beams and a central fireplace, and serves traditional pub fare. free amenities include parking and full english breakfast. some have en suite bathrooms while others have shared facilities. check-in time: 2:00 pm. the simple, cosy rooms all have tvs and tea and coffeemaking equipment
Heathrow Airport 1 hr 7
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