The Barley Mow

Hotels
5.9 (74 reviews)
Barley Mow 64 Main Street , Newbold on Avon , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Nice food
Cons:
Poor room conditions
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
4.11
Rooms were very poor and in need of repairs.
Service
7.08
Very friendly staff but seemed rushed.
Location
7.12
Practical for location; near the nursing home.
Room Quality
4.57
Comfortable bed was lacking; needs upgrades.
Amenities
5.1
Amenities are outdated and not fully functional.
Value for Money
6.06
Not great value, option is available for better rates nearby.
Food and Beverage
7.11
Food quality noted positively; did not have breakfast.
Overall Experience
6.08
Mixed experience; some positives but major issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:35

Property Description

Charming Countryside Retreat

Garden Oasis: Escape to our serene garden and enjoy free private parking, a shared lounge, and a relaxing terrace.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in British cuisine at our on-site restaurant, offering vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan options upon request.

Family Fun: Keep the little ones entertained at the children's playground, or challenge friends to a game of darts.

Book your stay at The Barley Mow for a delightful countryside getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £0 per person per night when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.9
Based on 74 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.11
Service: 7.08
Location: 7.12
Room Quality: 4.57
Amenities: 5.1
Value for Money: 6.06
Food and Beverage: 7.11
Overall Experience: 6.08
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Rahel • solo_traveller • ch
6
Idyllische Lage direkt am Kanal Avon.
Pros:

Sehr netter Inhaber, der auf Diätwünsche eingeht.

Cons:

Die Infrastruktur ist teilweise etwas in die Jahre gekommen.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Bramma • family_with_children • gb
8
Fine for what we needed
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

Could do with a lick of paint and freshening the room up

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Sean • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The staff were fantastic landlord was brilliant couldn't been anymore helpful.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • gb
7
As the weather was very hot, the room was a little warm. However the bed was relatively comfortable
Pros:

The location was good as it was by the canal; sitting outside was very pleasant. We enjoyed an evening meal outside but there was no breakfast at the venue. This suited our plans so no issue.

Cons:

A towel rail and shelf would have been useful in the bathroom as there was no where to put things!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Gadabout Gran • solo_traveller • gb
5
I wouldn't recommend this one even to myself
Pros:

The room was clean and the bed was comfortable.

Cons:

The lock on the door was difficult and I had a lot of trouble removing the key from outside the door. The bathroom was a disaster. Neither the bath nor basin plugs were attached. The basin cold tap wasn't fixed so it swivelled in use. The bath panel was attached with masking tape. The mixer tap didn't work at all and had an inexplicable wrap of kitchen towel tied round it. I chose to have a bath as the shower wasn't going to work, but the mixer tap was not producing hot water in any position. The shelf over the basin was missing but the brackets remained, just right for smashing you in the side of the head. There was wallpaper peeling under one window in the bedroom.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Tom • extended_group • us
1
Pros:

The property did not match the photographs online or the description. After arrival we made the decision not to stay there.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • couple • gb
7
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
1
Never again
Pros:

Nothing it’s in desperate need for a refurb

Cons:

The my room had suffered a roof leak and the ceiling and walls were damp with paint peeling from the walls. I was in room 7 and room 6 wasn’t in use and was a much better room with no damage, why they didn’t put me in room number 6 I don’t know. This is a £30-40 room not nearly 90 with no option of breakfast.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

AVERAGE

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • gb
1
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • couple • gb
9
Lovely place, shame we didn't stay longer
Pros:

The owner and his staff were so lovely and helpful. The room was great, it was surprisingly easy to find too.

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
1
Do not stay here is you want sleep or any level of comfort
Pros:

Not a lot to like. Reviews online are misleading.

Cons:

This place doesn't look like it's been updated since the 1970s. Really uncomfortable bed. The shower barely worked - either a good flow of freezing water or a trickly of warm water. The kettle only worked when propped against something. Despite what the booking website says, there is no breakfast. Very noisy -woken by slamming doors and loud conversations at 1am. Exit and entry via a so-called fire escape that certainly doesn't meet regulations. We stayed here for convenience as there was a family party at the venue. There are some nice pubs in the area with accommodation that is up-to-date and includes breakfast for a better rate - try there!

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
Gin distillery
Pros:

Stunning property immaculate and very friendly

Cons:

It was perfect

2025-12-13 • via Nuitee
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Kinchin • solo_traveller • th
5
Practical for location to Rugby
Pros:

I liked the location to where I needed to be which is as near St Mary’s nursing home. I liked the land lord (Richard), very friendly.

Cons:

A little tired. It was practical but needs some upgrades.

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Direct outside access.. Large room. Huge bed. Very clean. Windows open. Warm

Cons:

Shower temperamental. Bathroom door sticks. Shelf broke. TV reception and WiFi reception poor
No reading lamp

2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
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Smith • couple • gb
7
refreshing change from stuffy places
Pros:

nice to relax in a proper pub, spa hotels are good too, but the warm atmosphere was what we needed

Cons:

they seemed a bit rushed taking us up, the main business is clearly the beer

2025-11-12 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
9
Had a loverly evening meal
Pros:

Did not stay for breakfast had to leave early.

Cons:

It was all fine.

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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nigel • couple • gb
5
2025-09-02 • via Nuitee