The Kicking Dickey

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar

Explore the area

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4 Ongar Road, Dunmow, England, CM6 1ES
  • Place, Flitch Way Country Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Crazy Dog Field
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dunmow

The Kicking Dickey is a short stroll from Crazy Dog Field and Flitch Way Country Park. This 3-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Flitch Way Country Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Crazy Dog Field - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Audley End House - 27 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 45 min drive - 40.1 miles
  • Newmarket Racecourse - 50 min drive - 46.7 miles

Getting around

  • Braintree Station - 11 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Monsters House of Fun - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Starr Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Scrumptious Tearooms - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Edwards Fish & Chips - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Frank’s Coffee Place - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Kicking Dickey

Guests of The Kicking Dickey enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The inn can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Kicking Dickey?

This inn is located in Dunmow within a short 14-minute walk of Flitch Way Country Park. You'll also find Leez Priory and Good Easter Village Hall nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kicking Dickey?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kicking Dickey on Jul 4, 2026 start from $86, 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 parking available on site at The Kicking Dickey?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Kicking Dickey have a casino?

No, The Kicking Dickey doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Kicking Dickey?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Are there hot tubs at The Kicking Dickey?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Kicking Dickey feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Kicking Dickey doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at The Kicking Dickey?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Kicking Dickey?

The closest major airport to The Kicking Dickey is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 7.9 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is London (SEN-Southend), which is around 25 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Kicking Dickey?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Kicking Dickey.

The Kicking Dickey Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 303 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for airport. Nice people. Good food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Great staff. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a little face lift, had working TV. Great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Amenities
Staff were friendly, good tea and coffee facilities. However, cobwebs hanging over the bed and shower needed replacing, the base was covered in black mould
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gianni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have a pet.. car park is fine.. just might a bit more light it would be nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, organised food even though pub very busy. Comfotable room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely little room behind the pub :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food, friendly atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a friendly pub with a good value menu
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay,great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

MR N P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, nice room and freindly staff. Food was reasonably priced and tasty. Free parking was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room basic but very clean. Extremely good value for money. Food was pub grub style but very tasty. Very close to Stansted which was why we chose it and would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean .very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay before flight from Stansted
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly the food and atmosphere was lovely as well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paivi

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

Friendly and nice place

Very friendly staff, cozy and clean room, and near the bus stop - 15 minute bus journey to the airport. Good value for money :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quick book in. Spotless room. Lots of tea and coffee. 3rd time here. Perfect for the airport. 15 minute journey.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a really nice stay here with my dogs and i would always go again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff and a nice quiet spot for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderful pub and hotel. A real gem of a place. Excellent stay with proper pub grub. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

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

A nice stay

Ideal for my use, short stay to attend a concert nearby , Taxi service recomended was great. Room clean, plentiful tea and coffee. Bathroom clean, maybe would benefit from a little TLC sealant renewing etc but fine for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and a comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022