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The Carpenters Arms

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite
Restaurant
Exterior
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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Harts Lane, Burghclere, Newbury, England, RG20 9JY
  • Place, North Wessex Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandham Memorial Chapel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Highclere Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Newbury

The Carpenters Arms places you steps from Sandham Memorial Chapel and within a short 5-minute stroll of North Wessex Downs. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, free newspapers in the lobby and wedding services. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Newbury inn include Highclere Castle and Newbury Racecourse.
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What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sandham Memorial Chapel - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Highclere Castle - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Newbury Racecourse - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 54 min drive - 79.2 km

Getting around

  • Newbury Station - 10 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bowler's Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Carpenters Arms

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The Carpenters Arms also features a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Newbury inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Carpenters Arms offers 8 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Carpenters Arms?

Yep, The Carpenters Arms has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carpenters Arms?

As of 9 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carpenters Arms on 5 July 2026 start from AU$170, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Carpenters Arms family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Carpenters Arms is a hit with families.

Does The Carpenters Arms serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary on-the-go breakfast is offered at The Carpenters Arms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Carpenters Arms?

No, The Carpenters Arms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Carpenters Arms?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Carpenters Arms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Carpenters Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 381 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, staff were very good, great bar & outdoor area, top notch breakfast 👍 Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay, good food and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The whole experience was very good, food, bar, accommodation and staff were all outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very spacious and staff were super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay- friendly staff and fantastic food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
easy parking, good size of room with comfy bed, good food and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were very friendly and breakfast was excellent, served in a really cosy and festive restaurant. We stayed in Room 6 which was very clean but could do with a bit of an update.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay...

Easy to find, easy to park, great staff, excellent service, tidy, comfortable rooms, amazing breakfast. Couldn't fault anything, a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, excellent value, great food!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Garry

Very friendly staff, clean property, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spotless. The staff couldn't do enough and were amazingly friendly. The atmosphere was lovely. The food was excellent with a good level of choice. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Fully intend to return and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, minutes off A34. Great staff, good food and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff brilliant nothing else to say would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Great food a
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent evening meal. Relaxing atmosphere .staff friendly and warming. Breakfast was cooked to order and didn’t disappoint! Would certainly recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to revisit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Colin Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable stay staff great and food very good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful break from chain hotels being all same

Fun rural facility with unique rooms, nice setting. Very pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just lovely

Very welcoming, shame the kitchen closes on Sundays at 5pm but breakfast was truly great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay and will return
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for getting to Highclere Castle. Staff very friendly and helpful, great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cracking village pub with great food

Cracking village pub with great evening meal and breakfast.a bit tired but great value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highclere stop over

Close to Highclere Castle with plenty of parking spaces and a nice restaurant. The evening meal was good, the pie of the day is superb and the Arkell’s 3B beer is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little rooms. Good staff, good food. A mini fridge in the room would have been nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint place, quiet, in the country, and a full bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Great place to stay

Great staff, a really nice room, and a lovely breakfast. Good value compared to surrounding hotels and b+b's. Very convenient for the A34.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024