Sculthorpe Mill

Hotels
8.7 (306 reviews)
Lynn Road , Fakenham , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful property
Excellent service
Great food
Cons:
Flies in room
Room size issues
Expensive dining

Categories

Cleanliness
8.41
There were issues with flies in the bedroom and changing rooms.
Service
9.38
Staff attitude and helpfulness were praised across multiple reviews.
Location
9.42
Great location for events and beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
7.87
Some rooms were described as dark or tiny, with low beams impacting comfort.
Amenities
8.4
Nearly everything was mentioned positively but some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
7.86
Price of meals was noted as high compared to portion sizes.
Food and Beverage
8.91
Food quality was excellent, though some found it expensive.
Overall Experience
9.38
Overall experience was first class with no complaints in several reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 19:42

Property Description

Riverside Retreat with Exceptional Service

Tranquil Setting: Nestled in Fakenham, Sculthorpe Mill offers a serene escape with picturesque river views from select rooms.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant, complemented by a cozy bar for evening drinks.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: Enjoy the convenience of room service, free WiFi, and complimentary parking during your stay.

Experience a perfect blend of comfort and relaxation at Sculthorpe Mill. Book now for an unforgettable riverside getaway.

Important information:

Double rooms are not suitable for dogs.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 306 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.41
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 9.38
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
8
Exploring Norfolk with the family .
Pros:

Central location to our family.
The bed was very comfy.
Breakfast delicious.

Cons:

Unfortunately the room did not WOW us. Lighting in the room very poor. Furniture cheap and did not fit with the period of the building. We were a couple staying but only one chair.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
8
Fine, but a bit pricey
Cons:

No milk with morning coffee in room

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
8
Felt expensive for one night but staff very good
Pros:

Location cleanliness staff

Cons:

Lack of variety on menu

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • couple • gb
8
It was a lovely relaxing spot and despite the rainy weather, it was a very enjoyable stay.
Pros:

The satnav took us to the back entrance which was along a dirt track. Our room must have been the smallest, so for 2, it was a bit on the small side. Breakfast was excellent and the staff were very accommodating and helped with issues we had.

Cons:

As the room was on the small side, there was nowhere to sit in the room except on the bed! Lighting from the car park to the building was minimum, so it was awkward to walk and avoid the potholes. Didn't have milk for my morning drink and was only told on leaving that I should have asked the night before - maybe a reference could have been shown on the tea tray.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Tessa • couple • gb
10
excellent place to stay
Pros:

locally sourced food for breakfast, wonderful location, clean room

Cons:

n/a

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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steve • couple • gb
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
10
Beautiful place in a stunning setting. Highly recommend.
Pros:

The breakfast was perfect. Lovely continental and full English options available, in the most amazing setting.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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maggie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were excellent.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Really clean, beautifully presented. The staff were lovely

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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sophie-claire • couple • gb
9
Beautiful location, perfect for warm summer nights, we will go back!
Pros:

The Mill is in a stunning location at the end of a small lane, which goes no further than the Mill itself. It is surrounded by water (the river Wensom - which ends up in Norwich) and beautiful lush grounds. There are many places to sit around the grounds and by the water, which is perfect for summer evenings, and when we were there, there was also an outside bar. From our room we could see the river on one side and a field of cows on the other. The outside space couldn’t have been more lovely. Inside it has low, beamed ceilings and well thought out interior design, including some interesting colour choices, which shouldn’t work, but do! Our room was cosy, with a very lovely walk in shower room attached. The Mill was generous with its products, including free bottled water provided each day in the room, and proper bottles in the bathroom.

Cons:

We ate in the restaurant on our first night there as it wasn’t quite warm enough to eat outside. It was busy and buzzing with some quite big tables, so the main course did take a long time to arrive. The food was nice and not just your average pub food - someone in the kitchen is using their imagination and trying things out, which we appreciated. The ceiling in the dining room upstairs is low, so it feels like it would be more cosy for a winter meal than a summer one, but the atmosphere was good and staff were helpful and friendly.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • gb
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • couple • gb
7
I will probably stay again next year, but est out.
Pros:

I found it unique , very pretty place . Clean sheets and towels.

Cons:

The food was good but extremely expensive for what it was. Pudding ranged at about £12.99 and far too expensive for a small potion. The main meals were very costly too.
I shall probably come again, but eat my main meal somewhere else.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
Lovely place for a short stay. Surrounded by good walks.
Pros:

Tranquil location

Cons:

More dinner selections

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Pat • solo_traveller • gb
8
Norfolk mill getaway.
Pros:

The setting, mill pond, garden and location are all excellent. Restaurant and meal was very good and all the staff were friendly and helpful. It was a lovely break.

Cons:

Personally I found the pillows too soft!

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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LESLEY • extended_group • gb
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Bates • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
9
Cons:

The food was exceptional

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee