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Bulls Head

3.0 star property

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1 Woodville Road, Hartshorne, Swadlincote, England, DE11 7ET
  • Place, Foremark Reservoir
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, St. George's Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Swadlincote

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Foremark Reservoir, Bulls Head is within 3 miles (5 km) of Swadlincote Ski and Snowboard Centre. This 5-room, 3-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Foremark Reservoir - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Donington Park Racing Circuit - 19 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • St. George's Park - 23 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Alton Towers - 47 min drive - 31.9 miles
  • National Exhibition Centre - 47 min drive - 32.8 miles

Getting around

  • Willington Station - 9 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sir Nigel Gresley (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tall Chimney - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bulls Head

Bulls Head features free WiFi in public areas, an indoor tennis court, and an outdoor tennis court. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice. This inn also has a computer station.
An outdoor tennis court and an indoor tennis court are featured at the inn.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Indoor tennis court
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

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
  • Check-in: 6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. 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:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Bull's Head Swadlincote
Bulls Head Inn Swadlincote
Bulls Head Inn Swadlincote
Bulls Head Swadlincote
Inn Bulls Head Swadlincote
Swadlincote Bulls Head Inn
Inn Bulls Head
The Bull's Head
Bulls Head Inn
Bulls Head Inn
Bulls Head Swadlincote
Bulls Head Inn Swadlincote

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Bulls Head?

This inn is located in Swadlincote, close to Calke Abbey, Ashby de la Zouch Castle, and Melbourne Hall. You'll also find Foremark Reservoir and Swadlincote Ski and Snowboard Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Bulls Head?

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bulls Head on Mar 20, 2026 start from $124, 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 Bulls Head?

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

Does Bulls Head feature a casino?

No, Bulls Head doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bulls Head?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Bulls Head good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Bulls Head?

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

Does Bulls Head have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bulls Head serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Bulls Head allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bulls Head.

Does Bulls Head have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Bulls Head?

The closest major airport to Bulls Head is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is 10.9 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nottingham (NQT), which is located 28.2 mi away (54-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bulls Head?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bulls Head.

Bulls Head Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 141 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The owner and staff were great. It is an older building with great character but the bathroom was nice and modern.the premises were clean, the meals good and parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barrie, Newton Abbot

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and staff and the breakfast kept us going all day!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room, great people and a fantastic service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Adele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very pleasant looking hotel with a bar area that although cosy was a tad dated. We booked a small double room which should have actually read miniscule double. Compared to similar hotels in the area this was expensive at £180 for two people for 2 nights so it would have been nice to have been allocated one of the other vacant larger rooms. The breakfasts were pretty dire unfortunately. No menu provided and instead we were asked what we would like for breakfast. Hmm...good question when there's no menu. So we were offered cereal. Who knows what was in the cupboard?? So we opted for an orange juice and an apple juice. Both concentrated variety. Then, the full English, which, was fair apart from some very cheap sausage, 1 and a half mushrooms and tinned tomatoes, not fresh. Coffee was excellent. The host who is very friendly was very chatty throughout our breakfast althought she was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and very helpful personal. The food was amazing and fresh. Definitely recommend and will come back again 👌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A small comfortable Inn in a very pretty and quiet part of middle England. The rooms were warm and comfortable and the bathrooms, were well equipped, despite their small size, Bulls head is an old building and Becky and her team have done a great job making it welcoming. I will definaitely return... The food was fantastic dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Pleasant stay

The welcome and atmosphere is consistently good and the food - evening dinner and breakfast - excellent. The place is a little tired and I could not get the shower to provide constant water at the right temperature, but apart from that another very comfortable and pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very welcoming

Very welcoming, comfortable rooms, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nicw property . Rooms are beautiful with some gorgeous old features! Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, enjoyed it. Very friendly hosts. I just happened to stay in the middle of a heatwave, rather toasty!! 😂
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

would stay again

Made to feel very welcome, we had an early check that was no problem at all. All staff were attentive. Becky the owner was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Bulls head

Lovely little pub accommodation, the room was spacious and the bed comfy. I would have liked an iron in the room, and a more powerful shower, as well as an earlier check in. The breakfast was lovely, as was the owner. A nice little place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, will use again and the people were friendly and rooms clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Bulls Head was a lovely place to stay warm friendly and they made you feel at home. The room was comfortable and spotlessly clean. I would definately stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Relaxing long weekend "away from it all".

Absolutely delightful. Breakfast is indeed exceptional, the room is very comfortable and has everything that we needed for a three-day weekend. Netflix an unexpected bonus after a good walk in the nice countryside on the doorstep. Dinner was also excellent plus the Bangladeshi restaurant in Swadlincote provided one of the best "Indian" dinners in a very long time. Location is quiet and safe and Becky and the Staff couldn't be more helpful or friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First rate hospitality. Excellent menu. Useful location. Very welcoming owners. A little Jem in South Derbyshire.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

A great place to stay

Lovely stay with excellent staff who were very welcoming and attentive during our one night stay. The accommodation was clean and well presented, although a little tired in places, which was absolutely fine for our stay. The bed was a small double, which was a little soft for my liking, although other reviews say the beds were great, so very much a personal preference. Don't let that put you off as out time here was great. The food is lovely in the pub, and as I said at the beginning, the staff are excellent and really make you feel appreciated. The host makes a fantastic breakfast too, and deserves to do well in her business, which we will return to at some point.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

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

Definitely will come again

Wow, great stay, food when they say home cooked it was! Truly delicious and a fantastic engaging host Becky. Will definitely come again, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025