Located in a charming setting, The Olde Windmill Inn offers a warm welcome with daily manager's receptions and an inviting garden. Connect to free WiFi, unwind with billiards or games in the arcade room, and enjoy self parking. Previous guests praise the helpful staff.
Waterend, Great Cressingham, Thetford, England, IP25 6NN
What's nearby
Richmond Park Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
Swaffham Golf Club - 8 min drive - 10.9 km
Lynford's Stag and Arboretum - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
Oxburgh Hall - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
Snetterton Race Circuit - 22 min drive - 24.1 km
Getting around
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 53 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 78 min drive
Brandon Station - 13 min drive
Thetford Station - 21 min drive
Eccles Road Station - 21 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
McTaggarts - 5 min drive
The Red Lion - 8 min drive
Mr Chips - 7 min drive
About this property
The Olde Windmill Inn
The Olde Windmill Inn is a great choice for a stay in Thetford. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
15 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
3 bars/lounges
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Pool table
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Arcade/game room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 7.50 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 5 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Olde Windmill Inn Thetford
Olde Windmill Thetford
Olde Windmill Inn
Olde Windmill
The Olde Windmill Inn Inn
The Olde Windmill Inn Thetford
The Olde Windmill Inn Inn Thetford
Frequently asked questions
Does The Olde Windmill Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Olde Windmill Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Olde Windmill Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 5 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Olde Windmill Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Olde Windmill Inn?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Olde Windmill Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Olde Windmill Inn and nearby?
The Olde Windmill Inn has 3 bars and an arcade, as well as a garden.
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The Olde Windmill Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Mar 1, 2025
Quiet comfortable place
Nev
Nev, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Staff very friendly, restaurant and food excellent. Accommodation very adequate.
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
Really nice stay, easy parking, quiet, nice room, food was fantastic, I will return again
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 5, 2025
Only negative is the WiFi connection is somewhere between poor and none
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Give it a go
Great place to stay or just visit for the evening. You have to see it to believe it
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2024
Two nights away
All round very as described in the information we were given staff very helpful food very good.
Anthony Charles
Anthony Charles, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Wonderful find in the middle of nowhere
r.webb
r.webb, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
A little bit of the old world
Excellent one night stay. Beautiful place, beautiful surroundings and peace and quiet
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2024
Good countryside location, breakfast very good and play area for children very useful, overall a good stay in an extremely off the beaten track location
Gillian
Gillian, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Spent a week here was really nice excellent service all staff very professional and cheerful.Food fantastic well done to the chefs. Made a great base to explore Norfolk which we did.would definitely go back.
Pauline
Pauline, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Loved our short stay - Excellent!
Lovely pub, great food, great rooms, excellent value and dog friendly. What's not to like?
A huge "thank you" to everyone we met, who made me, my son and my pup so welcome. Thank you for "the doggy ploughmans!"
We'll be back!
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2024
Our second visit and again will take away food memories
JENNETTE
JENNETTE, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
Friendly atmosphere and excellent facilities.
Penelope
Penelope, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2024
Great place to stay
The Olde Windmill Inn is a little Gem nestled in the countryside. Food and service was fantastic
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2024
Everything was great. Staff, rooms, breakfast and price excellent 🌟
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2024
Great base for seeing Norfolk
Friendly staff, great food and a perfect base for seeing Norfolk. Would recommend.
Jo
Jo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Charming and very comfortable accommodation in the countryside of Norfolk.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2022
This hotel is amazing look forward to going year on year
reginald
reginald, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Good price and nice setting
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Out of the 3 places i stayed on my walk Down Peddars way this would happen to be the best. Place was full of kittens playing in the sunlight and the meal was amazing would strongly recommend and even when back for a meal that week.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2023
Beautiful setting great for day sightseeing trips peaceful and great staff
JENNETTE
JENNETTE, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2023
The place was really nice and the staff very helpful
Would definitely stay again
Damien
Damien, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Excellent property, good gluten free options, would have been nice to have some GF sausages
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 18, 2023
Great stay.
We had a lovely 3 nights at the Olde Windmill, meals were great, especially the breakfast and staff very friendly.
Celia
Celia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Really friendly staff. The room was a good size and clean.
Food was nice and a good selection on the menu. Definitely recommend.