The Old Mill Inn

Hotels
United Kingdom NEWTON BLOSSOMVILLE , Newton Blossomville , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Peaceful, rural/village location
Friendly/helpful staff reported by several guests
Comfortable beds and some spacious rooms with garden views
On-site Indian restaurant praised and recommended
Good/excellent value mentioned by multiple reviewers
Quiet surroundings for many guests
Cons:
Cleanliness issues (dirty stairs, peeling/dirty finishes)
Thin walls and creaky floors causing noise/disturbance
Check-in/communication problems and occasional staff shouting
Amenity shortfalls (no decaf, missing towels/toilet paper, no parking)
Inconsistent heating and fluctuating shower temperatures
Some guests found the food or breakfast quality lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple guests reported areas needing deep cleaning (dirty narrow stairs, peeling/dirty finishes) and some room/bathroom cleanliness issues, though some rooms felt tidy.
Service
1
Mixed reports: several mentions of polite, helpful and attentive staff, but notable check-in problems and staff communication issues (reservation not found, shouting) reduced consistency.
Location
1
Consistently praised: peaceful, tranquil village setting, attractive surroundings and convenient for local events; valued by many guests.
Room Quality
1
Mixed: some guests praised large, comfortable rooms with good views and comfy beds; others reported small/dated rooms, creaky floors, inconsistent heating and small showers.
Amenities
1
Several practical shortfalls noted (no decaf, only one towel initially, missing public toilet supplies, no onsite parking, some heating/towel radiators not working).
Value for Money
1
Multiple guests called the property good or exceedingly good value; some felt the price matched the positive aspects despite other faults.
Food and Beverage
1
The on-site Indian restaurant received repeated praise and recommendations, though some found the food only OK and the English breakfast quality inconsistent.
Overall Experience
1
Overall mixed: many enjoyed the peaceful location, friendly moments and good value, but disruptive noise, cleanliness and amenity issues led to negative experiences for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-25 22:20

Property Description

Nestled in the charming town of Bedford, The Old Mill Inn is your perfect retreat just 14 miles from Milton Keynes Bowl.

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in our elegantly designed guest rooms, each featuring modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, electric tea pot, and en-suite bathroom stocked with free toiletries. Enjoy the tranquility of our lush garden views from the comfort of your room.

Delectable Dining
Savor a culinary journey with our diverse dining options. Whether you crave traditional British flavors or tantalizing Indian dishes, our restaurant offers a menu to delight every palate, including vegetarian and halal requests.

Unmatched Hospitality
Experience exceptional service with our 24-hour front desk and dedicated room service. Our friendly staff is always on hand to ensure your stay is seamless and enjoyable.

Embrace a getaway filled with comfort and charm at The Old Mill Inn—book your stay today!

Important information:

Kindly note that the property doesn't provide wheelchair accessibility.

Please note that the property can only be accessed via stairs.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Sean • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • gb
8
Excellent curry. Very friendly and helpful staff
Pros:

Great location for a wedding we attended locally

Cons:

Rooms were a little dated

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Abraham • couple • nl
8
A good place for a short stay, our compliments to the owner.
Pros:

The location was very nice in the little village.

Cons:

We missed the option of continental breakfast.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
7
Stayed for one night as we were attending a wedding near by. It was perfectly suitable and decent value.
Pros:

The staff were lovely, the bar area very pleasant and breakfast was good. They were very accommodating when I had to bring my daughter who wasn’t on the original booking.

Cons:

The decor is quite tired and the bathroom especially could’ve been cleaner.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Simon • extended_group • gb
7
A good option for staying over for a night at Bedford Park
Pros:

Nice village pub converted to an Indian restaurant

Cons:

Access to the bedrooms was a bit basic

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • nl
8
Prima als tussenstop plek
Pros:

Vriendelijke bediening, de rust, ruime kamer, enorm lekker Indiaas eten

Cons:

Kan niks bedenken

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Tom • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

we were running late and got there at 09:30. the staff were kind enough to wait up for us and show us to our room. good, clean and well worth the price

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
9
Excellent and exactly waht we needed after a long drive. Great hospitality and a comfortable place.
Pros:

Location was fantastic, tucked away in a beautiful village with wonderful local walks down to the River Nene and woodland. The staff were ultra freindly and very quick to help in anything we asked for. The evening curry meal was a delight and the morning breakfast scrumptious. All in all and lovely quiet stay in a beautiful setting.

Cons:

I guess the only thing would be private parking - there was however plenty of space outside the Inn on the road.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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christopher • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jeana • couple • gb
1
Not worth it at all
Pros:

Location and nothing else

Cons:

1. No proper access into the property - doorbell and had to wait for long. No key given for return to property
2. No fan
3. Garish and stuffy interiors
4. Hotel staff member lives on site walking around in his under pants
5. Parking on the road
We booked it only because we confused it with another hotel called ‘the mill’. Never again!

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Ellie louise • extended_group • gb
10
Amazing staff and lovely area!
Pros:

Staff amazing and friendly, lovely area great service was a huge help to us through our stay!

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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AdamZam • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great for Santa Pod
Pros:

Very friendly staff , lovely Indian meal in the evening , room was warm but you can't blame the accommodation for the lovely weather , perfect place to stay while visiting Santa Pod

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Matt • extended_group • gb
8
Good value for money
Pros:

Nice location. Rooms were sufficiently sized and staff very welcoming.

Cons:

Could have done with more breakfast options.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Sheilalot • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

Generally the fixtures and fittings are looking rather tired even though some work has obviously been done.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • gb
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
4
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee