The Wheatsheaf

3.0 star property
Victorian inn with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Meeting facility
Exterior
Reception
Free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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45 Chapel Street, Exning, Newmarket, England, CB8 7HA
  • Place, Burwell House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, National Horseracing Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Newmarket Racecourse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newmarket

The Wheatsheaf is located within a few miles (5 km) of National Horseracing Museum and Newmarket Racecourse. This 3-star inn has 4 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Burwell House - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • National Horseracing Museum - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Newmarket Racecourse - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • National Stud - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Anglesey Abbey - 11 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kennett Station - 8 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Tree Newmarket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Swan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive

About this property

The Wheatsheaf

Victorian inn with a coffee shop and a restaurant
At The Wheatsheaf, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Built in 1800
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of The Wheatsheaf?

This inn is located in Newmarket, close to Newmarket Racecourse, Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, and Anglesey Abbey. You'll also find National Stud and National Horseracing Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Wheatsheaf?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Wheatsheaf include a casino?

No, The Wheatsheaf doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Wheatsheaf?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Wheatsheaf?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this inn.

Are there hot tubs at The Wheatsheaf?

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

Does The Wheatsheaf have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Wheatsheaf serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Wheatsheaf allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Wheatsheaf for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Wheatsheaf have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Wheatsheaf?

The closest major airport to The Wheatsheaf is Cambridge (CBG), which is 12.4 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 26.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Wheatsheaf?

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

Reviews

The Wheatsheaf Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Dominique

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025