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The Knife and Cleaver

3.5 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

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The Grove, Houghton, Bedford, England, MK45 3LA
  • Place, Marston Vale Millennium Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Greensand Ridge Walk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Birds of Prey Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room ) | WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room )

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (TWIN)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Superior)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bedford

The Knife and Cleaver places you within a few miles (5 km) of Greensand Ridge Walk and Marston Vale Millennium Country Park. This 9-room, 3.5-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Marston Vale Millennium Country Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Greensand Ridge Walk - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Birds of Prey Centre - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Flitwick Football Centre - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Woburn Safari Park - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Stewartby Station - 5 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marston Vale Country Park - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Prince Of Wales - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cottage Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ampthill Park Hub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yakamoz Meze Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Knife and Cleaver

The Knife and Cleaver features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Knife and Cleaver?

The Knife and Cleaver offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Knife and Cleaver?

As of Mar 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knife and Cleaver on Apr 19, 2026 start from $121, 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.

What's there to do close to The Knife and Cleaver?

This inn is located in Bedford, close to Wrest Park, Bedford Park, and The Beach. You'll also find Marston Vale Millennium Country Park and Greensand Ridge Walk within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Knife and Cleaver?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the inn.

Does The Knife and Cleaver include a casino on the premises?

No, The Knife and Cleaver doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Knife and Cleaver?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Knife and Cleaver a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a courtyard view and a deep soaking bathtub.

Are there hot tubs at The Knife and Cleaver?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Knife and Cleaver have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Knife and Cleaver serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Knife and Cleaver allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Knife and Cleaver.

Are there connecting rooms at The Knife and Cleaver?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Knife and Cleaver?

The closest major airport to The Knife and Cleaver is Luton Airport (LTN), which is 20.3 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 29.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Knife and Cleaver?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Knife and Cleaver offer a deck/patio and may feature courtyard views.

Does The Knife and Cleaver offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Knife and Cleaver.

The Knife and Cleaver Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 229 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mike

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Superb room down the garden, staff, food, drink and god parking!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and room was good!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Alec

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff welcoming. Breakfast excellent. Great ambience. Handy location with parking. Twin room was on the small side, shower room needs tlc., i.e. tiles on floor need regrouting and securing. Surround of shower doors could do with some attention. Overall a pleasant three nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted by very friendly staff who then showed me to my room, drink selection good but I didn't eat there so can't judge that, I will say there is a broken window in the room but it doesn't affect noise or sleep and there was two pieces of broken glass on the table, but it's a lovely place 100% would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter R P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet room, food for both dinner and breakfast top notch. Service great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could be improved

The bedroom was ok, but the room needed redecoration. The shower was low in pressure and just a shower curtain. The water was very very hot and would be dangerous for young children. Broken glass was found in the night under the bed and hurt my foot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic host Great food Great location Friendly, quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

simon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Beverley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was very good,staff that were there did very well they need a good housekeeper and cleaners. Seemed to be very popular
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Overnight Stay

Outstanding hotel. Staff very welcoming and room was excellent. Breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The shower had some remedial work to the tiles and had mastic smeared along the joints, black mould had started to accumulate The staff especially Acer and Gavin were exceptional, nothing was too much, they are a credit to your team
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Douglas

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

Not a happy tummy after eating not gluten free foo

The pub itself was nice and the rooms were adequate for our needs. Unfortunately it seemed that the kitchen staff don’t know the difference between gluten free food and non gluten free food, the item in question was a roll for breakfast. It looked a lot like a brioche roll and tasted too nice for GF lol. I did email the place to explain my wife’s discomfort with the food and have not had a reply hence this not so good review. I will repeat myself from my email and hope the people in the kitchen get to hear how they basically poisoned my wife, causing her great discomfort and vomiting on our journey home. This was one week ago and she is still suffering
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely property and location, staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great country pub with good food and in a lovely rural location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub in a great location, especially in the summer as they have an excellent outside seating area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub in a great location, especially in the summer as they have an excellent outside seating area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic pub in a lovely village location with great food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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