The Jolly Drover

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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London Road, Hill Brow, Liss, England, GU33 7QL
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Liss Centenary Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Liss

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Liss Centenary Garden, The Jolly Drover places you within a few miles (5 km) of Sheet Common. This 6-room, 4-star inn has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Liss Centenary Garden - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 40 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Portsmouth International Port - 41 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • Gunwharf Quays - 46 min drive - 27.6 miles

Getting around

  • Liss Station - 3 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nosh Wagon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Escapist Petersfield - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Townhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Josie's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Jolly Drover

The Jolly Drover features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Electric kettles, portable fans, and free tea bags/instant coffee are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (2:30 PM - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (2:30 PM - 6:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:30 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:

  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Jolly Drover?

This inn is located in Liss, close to Liphook Golf Club, Old Thorns Golf Course, and Hollycombe Steam Collection. You'll also find Liss Centenary Garden and Sheet Common within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Jolly Drover?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Jolly Drover on Sep 14, 2026 start from $122, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Jolly Drover?

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

Does The Jolly Drover include a casino on the premises?

No, The Jolly Drover doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Jolly Drover?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Jolly Drover?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Jolly Drover?

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

Does The Jolly Drover have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Jolly Drover serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Jolly Drover allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Jolly Drover for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Jolly Drover?

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

How close is the airport from The Jolly Drover?

The closest major airport to The Jolly Drover is Farnborough (FAB), which is 21.6 mi away (44 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is around 21.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Jolly Drover?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Jolly Drover that offer a balcony.

The Jolly Drover Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 220 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop off stay. Really comfortable rooms and staff really welcoming and friendly. Nice breakfast to round off the stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value. Good room for the price and great breackfast. We would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here with Work every now and again always friendly and nice. Food was good. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicola and Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great food, good atmosphere, lovely and helpful staff, easy free parking, great location with nearby beautiful woodland, very dog friendly. We’ll return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every member of staff were lovely and nothing was too much easy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Clean room. All great. Breakfast man very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and comfortable room, great pub atmosphere good food, would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and staff super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room , nice bathroom Room lovely and warm Shower excellent Breakfast 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5* excellent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and a 'home from home' feeling in the cosy pub. Fantastic Sunday roast dinner and a comfortable warm room to complete the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

J A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While we were eating breakfast a man who sat next to us was watching a war movie on his I pad with the volume turned up very annoying I think the staff should have asked him to swichted it off😤
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely stay in an attractive pub with very pleasant rooms the staff and landlord were lovely, very friendly the restaurant was excellent with a great chef
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay with the necessary amenities. I would recommend to people as was just what I needed and bonus that it is dog friendly for when I stay again and bring the dog. Clean, welcoming and lovely breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant friendly stay. Great food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people, superb menu. Definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for us to stop on the King Alfred Way. Storage for bikes and great dinner, staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pub was pleasant and lively and we enjoyed a good dinner. The room was on the small side but it had all the amenities we needed. The breakast was freshly cooked and excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice little rooms well appointed with everything you need. Breakfast was really good as was the lamb shank the night before. Beer was good also!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A homely Country Pub with very good food and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay at the Jolly Drover. Pet friendly room and pub. Fabulous National Trust woodlands down the road for a great frosty morning walk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Scott

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

Friendly

Nice rooms, good food and very friendly staff. Nice stay all round
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely full english breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023