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The Bull Inn

★★★★★ The Street, Barton Mills, Mildenhall, GB

8.3 guest rating· 779 reviews

The five stars

The Bull Inn holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 8.3/10 across 779 reviews.

About this hotel

Historic Charm and Boutique Style

Experience the allure of a 500-year-old coaching inn nestled on the outskirts of Thetford Forest. Immerse yourself in original character as you unwind by the open log fire in the cosy pub, sipping on real ales and wines.

Award-Winning Dining Experience

Indulge in culinary excellence at the AA Rosette award-winning restaurant within the inn. Delight your taste buds with a curated menu of delectable dishes, promising a gastronomic journey to remember.

Vibrant Events and Convenient Location

From live music nights to themed Christmas parties, The Bull Inn offers a vibrant calendar of events. With a prime location just 2 miles from Mildenhall and easy access to nearby towns such as Newmarket and Cambridge, your stay promises both excitement and convenience.

Book now to immerse yourself in history and luxury at The Bull Inn, Barton Mills.

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Rooms & rates

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · Large bed

  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Trash cans

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Small Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

House Double/Twin

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Large bed, 2× Single bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Best Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Small Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Trash cans

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pet bowls
  • Golf course
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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The Street, Barton Mills, Mildenhall, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.3779 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable roomsCleanliness could improveFood quality varied
Cleanliness7.6
Service9.1
Location8.6
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.6
Value for Money8.1

Would definitely stay again.

9.0

Good food and great staff.

Brian · AE · 2026-07-24

Guest review

8.0

The room was clean and the bed comfortable. Shower was lovely.

There were 2 bottles of sparkling water in would have preferred one sparkling one still and the bathroom didn't shut properly so you had to lock it for it to stay closed.

Sharron · GB · 2026-07-24

Guest review

9.0

Sehr schön renoviertes Zimmer.

Der Lärm, da es neben der Autobahn liegt.

Sandra · DE · 2026-07-22

lovely friendly staff

9.0
Sarah Jane · GB · 2026-07-21

Guest review

10.0

Location

Breakfast on a Saturday morning finished at 10 … bit early

julie · GB · 2026-07-19

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is The Bull Inn really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Managed by a private host

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Groups

When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.