Grovely Rd, Barford St. Martin, Salisbury, Salisbury, SP3 4AB,
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Near Church of St Mary and St Nicholas
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Guests recommend The Barford Inn
delicious roast lunch
fabulous Sunday roast
really good gravy
roaring log fire
delicious desserts
"The food is delicious at The Barford,plenty of choice and great specials board."
Di from United Kingdom
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"I've been for Sunday lunch 3 times now at 3 different times of service - so an early table, a late table and a middle of lunchtime table if you get what I mean and each time was extremely impressed."
Lorna G from United Kingdom
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"The history surrounding the premises is amazing."
Michael from United States
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"We felt very welcome right from the start, the room was good, the breakfast was, as it should be, full English and the diner was marvelous."
Erik K from Netherlands
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Historic 16th-century coaching inn with large beer garden in Salisbury countryside
Historic Setting & Accommodation
The Barford Inn is a 16th-century coaching inn set in a picturesque village with a large green beer garden. Guest rooms are in a dedicated annexe with en-suite bathrooms, offering privacy from the pub area. The inn provides free private parking on site and is within a 15-minute drive of Salisbury city centre.
Dining & Real Ales
The inn serves traditional English pub food made from homemade recipes, including a full English breakfast and Sunday roasts. Guests can order real ales from the Hall & Woodhouse Badger Brewery, available at the bar. Evening meals offer dishes such as beef curry, fish pie, and Greek souvlaki, with large portions noted by visitors.
Entertainment & Events
The Barford Inn hosts regular live music events featuring local artists, held in the bar or beer garden. The venue also accommodates birthday parties, weddings, and Christmas buffet lunches. Morris dancing has been performed on site, adding to the inn's historic character.
Family & Pet-Friendly Policies
Families are welcome with a children's menu and Sunday roast options available. Dogs are allowed in designated areas of the inn, including the beer garden and bar. The inn's large beer garden and quiet annexe rooms make it suitable for guests with children or pets.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The inn is a 5-minute drive from Cranborne Chase and a 15-minute drive from Salisbury Cathedral and city centre. Stonehenge is accessible within a 20-minute drive, making the inn a convenient base for exploring Wiltshire. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 49 km away, with easy road access via the A36.
Highlights
Setting: 16th-century coaching inn in a picturesque village
Garden: Large beer garden with lighting
Dining: Traditional pub food made from homemade recipes
Drinks: Real ales from Hall & Woodhouse Badger Brewery
Events: Live music featuring local artists
Nearby: 5-minute drive to Cranborne Chase
Parking: Free private parking on site
Must-do experiences
Visit the breathtaking Salisbury Cathedral at sunrise for peace.
Don't miss the vibrant Salisbury Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Try a traditional Sunday roast at The Quidhampton Mill nearby.
Explore the ancient stones of Old Sarum for stunning views.
Discover the hidden gem of The Salisbury Museum's local history.
Select your room type
The Barford Inn features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
13 m²
2 Single beds
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
15 m²
1 Double bed
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Facilities
The Barford Inn provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Services
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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The Barford Inn: Location in England
Grovely Rd, Barford St. Martin, Salisbury, Salisbury, SP3 4AB,
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Getting around England
City Centre
Salisbury 14 min · 8.7 km
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 74 min · 48.8 km
Bournemouth (BOH) 76 min · 50.3 km
Train
Salisbury Train Station 13 min · 8.1 km
Bus
Bus stop 14 min · 8.9 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-18:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Guest Reviews and Ratings
What previous guests said about staying at The Barford Inn.
Review score
Based on 307 verified reviews
8.4 /10
Great
85 %
Recommend
Breakfast
8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free WiFi
8.3/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Pros
Comfortable bed
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Cons
Dirty garden bench
Worn carpet
Unprepared check-in
Guest reviews
based on 530 reviews
7.9/10
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