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The Volunteer

Property class: 2.5

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A white brick building with a red door, black-framed windows, and a small porch area.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a sink, and a mirror on the wall.
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a sink, and a door.
A neatly made bed with striped bedding and two folded towels on the side.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Station Road, Grove, Wantage, England, OX12 0DH
  • Place, Bakers Yard
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wantage Leisure Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Millets Farm Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single-Deluxe-Ensuite with Shower-Street View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Wantage

The Volunteer is located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Bakers Yard and within a 10-minute drive of Frilford Heath Golf Club. This 5-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free self parking, and a computer station.
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What's nearby

  • Bakers Yard - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Wantage Leisure Centre - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Frilford Heath Golf Club - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Millets Farm Centre - 14 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Parkway Station - 23 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lord Nelson - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shoulder of Mutton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mira Spice - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wildwood Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Volunteer

Guests staying at The Volunteer enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and wedding services. Free parking is available if you drive. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions. This adults-only inn also has a communal living room.

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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

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: 2:00 PM—-8:00 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:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Volunteer B&B Wantage
Volunteer Wantage
The Volunteer Inn
The Volunteer Wantage
The Volunteer Inn Wantage

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of The Volunteer?

This inn is located in Wantage, close to Millets Farm Centre, Milton Manor House, and Frilford Heath Golf Club. Bakers Yard is also within a driving distance of 3.5 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at The Volunteer?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Volunteer on Nov 4, 2026 start from $98, 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 Volunteer?

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

Does The Volunteer have a casino on the premises?

No, The Volunteer doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Volunteer?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Volunteer a good place to stay for couples?

At this adults-only inn, couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and wedding services plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Does The Volunteer have a hot tub?

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

Does The Volunteer feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Volunteer serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Volunteer allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Volunteer.

Does The Volunteer have connecting rooms available?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Volunteer?

The closest major airport to The Volunteer is Oxford (OXF), which is 18.4 mi away (36 minutes by car).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Volunteer.

Does The Volunteer have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Volunteer if that's in your vacation plans.

The Volunteer Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 91 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely atmosphere stall were very attentive nothing too much trolley. Even the locals were very nice enjoyed my stay at the voluteer
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were great. Maybe in some areas its in need of a little refurbishment. They had stopped serving food at 3 on the day I checked in, but were more than happy for me to order and have a takeaway delivered to be eaten in the bar. The breakfast was great. I’d have no problem staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
Really noisy and just a little tired
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy the staff helpful, easy access to local areas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice cllean room. The staff and the regulars were so friendly and made us feel very welcome. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and hospitable. Ideal for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very basic room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient for one night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Friendly pub stay

Just the one night in this friendly pub, they serve a very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotels.com site states there is a reataurant at the location, there is but only open until 1500hrs, so that was a big issue as delivery was the next choice, pizza, indian etc not a great option and a minimium of £30 to get a delivery, a pain on your own. I then had an issue closing the room window as that neess maintenance, the tv controls were next, there were none and the great staff had to find a spare set. The staff were great and the pub nice, accomodation was tired and not in walking sistance of any restaurànts so after a 200 mike motorbike ride I wont stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Recommend

Good affordable room and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Really lovely staff and clean room, just very loud until late at night seeing as it’s over a pub
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great location if visiting the Williams F1 centre, polite staff, building is tired but that did not ruin my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfort - slept well It’s a busy pub - so expect some cheer Food not an option because of the hours I kept - so check what’s available Great staff , and guests alike I will be staying there again !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place itself isn't bad. No dining on the night I stayed but they were more than happy to allow me to order food in. Bar was nice and well priced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed one night for a family funeral ! Very rural on a very busy road, double glazing a god send , staff helpful and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay, I only stayed one night. The manager was friendly and helpful. There were some local regulars in the bar area, where I was made to feel welcome. A great mix, even had a game of pool with them. Freshly decorated. Great value for money and I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Weis beer and dominoes, a great night

The pub does not serve food in the evening, the beer was amazing a chilled German beer on a hot day with a dominoes which they were fine with ordering in food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for two nights this week on business, its the first time i have been to the pub ever. I have just booked in again for next week. A really friendly little pub, cracking food, and charming staff. A big thank to Cathy & Blake for their great hospitality. i thoroughly recommend a stay here. Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noisiest place I’ve ever stayed in, not sure what the noise was but it was loud and constant all night. Seriously needs to be addressed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The Volunteer

Nice friendly check in. Only 1 x large and small towel for 2 people. No shower soap at all. In a pub so nobody on site but contact numbers on door if anyone is needed. I think overpriced for this property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was closed so no food available at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Checked in on a Monday around 5pm and shown to the room. Noticed that all the tables were setup for food with cutlery etc. Went down to the bar around 6:30 to be told that the restaurant was closed and only food available was coffee and cake. Ended up fetching a take away and eating that in the bar. On the plus side cider was only £3 a pint!! No mattress protectors on the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024