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Highclere, nestled in the picturesque countryside of Newbury, England, offers a charming retreat for travelers seeking a blend of history and tranquility. Known for the iconic Highclere Castle, the setting of the acclaimed "Downton Abbey" series, this destination is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and fans alike. The castle, with its stunning Jacobethan architecture and expansive gardens designed by Capability Brown, provides a glimpse into England's aristocratic past.
Visitors can explore the castle's Egyptian exhibition and enjoy seasonal events like the Battle Proms concert. The surrounding area boasts quaint neighborhoods perfect for a peaceful stay, with accommodations ranging from cozy bed and breakfasts to luxurious country inns. Highclere's proximity to Newbury makes it an ideal base for exploring the wider Berkshire region, offering a perfect blend of cultural heritage and serene landscapes.
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Hotel in Hungerford · 7.97 mi from centre
9.0
408 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Hungerford, The Three Swans Hotel, Hungerford, Berkshire is a 1-minute drive from Kennet & Avon Canal and 7 minutes from Combe Gibbet. This hotel is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Highclere Castle and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Walbury Hill.
Hotel in Reading, Midgham · 7.79 mi from centre
8.7
1,152 reviews
Within easy reach of the M4, Berkshire Arms by Chef and Brewer collection is 5 mi from Newbury town center and Newbury Racecourse. Thatcham Train Station is 0.6 mi away.
The Berkshire Arms started life as a Farmhouse back in the 18th Century. The hotel offers comfy beds, free parking, meeting facilities and an on-site Chef & Brewer pub and restaurant. Each room has free WiFi, a flat-screen digital TV, a work desk, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities. Iron and ironing boards are available upon request.
Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 12 years)
The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.
The property is located on the A4 Bath Road, and just a 15-minute drive from the M4 motorway.
Hotel in Basingstoke, Oakley · 9.84 mi from centre
7.4
1,107 reviews
Located in the tranquil village of Oakley, a 15-minute drive from Basingstoke, this Innkeeper's Collection has well-equipped bedrooms, a bar and a restaurant.
The bedrooms at The Beach Arms by Innkeeper's Collection are spacious and have an private bathroom with large walk in rain shower and free toiletries. Rooms have large flat screen TVs and tea/coffee making facilities.
The on-site Beach Arms Crown Carvery serves traditional food.
The conference venues of Oakley Hall and the Ark Center are respectively 4 and 15 minutes’ drive away. There are nice walks around the property, with thatched houses and a duck pond for guests to enjoy.
The Bombay Sapphire Distillery in Laverstoke is just 4 miles from the property.
Inn in Reading · 10.93 mi from centre
7.2
57 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Bull Inn Pub in Reading, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and UK Wolf Centre. This inn is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Highclere Castle and 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Nirvana Spa.
Hotel in Andover · 10.49 mi from centre
8.8
354 reviews
With a stay at The Star and Garter in Andover, you'll be a 2-minute walk from River Test and 6 minutes by foot from Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age. This hotel is 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from Highclere Castle and 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from Winchester Cathedral.
Hotel in Hampshire, Whitchurch · 7.90 mi from centre
7.6
366 reviews
Located in Whitchurch, The White Hart Arkells Pub Group is within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and South Downs National Park. This hotel is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Winchester Cathedral and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Whitchurch Silk Mill.
Hotel in Tadley · 7.89 mi from centre
8.6
192 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Tadley, George & Dragon Country House Hotel is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of North Wessex Downs and Bishopwood Golf Club. This hotel is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Highclere Castle and 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Thames River.
Inn in Hungerford · 9.27 mi from centre
9.2
402 reviews
Located on the outskirts of the village of Shefford Woodlands, The Pheasant Inn features a traditional restaurant and a cozy bar with an open fire. This pet-friendly inn offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
In the mornings, The Pheasant Inn serves a continental buffet breakfast, with pastries, cereals, and yogurt. An a la carte breakfast menu is also available. The large restaurant offers extensive lunch and evening menus. Dishes are prepared using locally sourced produce were possible.
The modern rooms feature a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities with bottled water. The en suite shower rooms have complimentary toiletries. Some have baths or wet rooms.
The Pheasant Inn has easy access to the M4 motorway, as it is just a 2-minute drive from junction 14. The property is 5 miles from the racing center of Lambourn and Newbury Racecourse is just 20 minutes’ drive away.
Inn in Reading · 9.83 mi from centre
8.4
180 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Reading, The Hind's Head is in a rural location, a 2-minute drive from Kennet & Avon Canal and 5 minutes from Bishopwood Golf Club. This inn is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Thames River and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Highclere Castle.
Inn in Newbury · 7.52 mi from centre
9.6
61 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Newbury, Five Bells Wickham is a 2-minute drive from Welford Park and 5 minutes from Deanwood Park Golf Course. This inn is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Highclere Castle and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Kennet & Avon Canal.
Guesthouse in Thatcham · 7.63 mi from centre
Breakfast available
Located in Thatcham, Colthrop Manor is a 3-minute drive from Kennet & Avon Canal and 5 minutes from Bedlam Paintball-Newbury. This guesthouse is 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Highclere Castle and 14.4 mi (23.1 km) from Thames River.
Cottage in Thatcham · 11.27 mi from centre
9.4
7 reviews
With a stay at Manor Farm Courtyard Cottages in Thatcham, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and The Living Rainforest. This cottage is 16 mi (25.8 km) from Highclere Castle and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Newbury Showground.
Inn in Wiltshire, Marlborough · 9.55 mi from centre
8.0
105 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Marlborough, The Pelican Inn is a 1-minute drive from Kennet & Avon Canal and 8 minutes from Crofton Beam Engines. This inn is 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Highclere Castle and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Combe Gibbet.
Bed & breakfast in Beenham, Reading · 10.40 mi from centre
9.0
50 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Six Bells in Reading, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and UK Wolf Centre. This bed & breakfast is 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Highclere Castle and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Nirvana Spa.
Holiday home in Andover · 9.07 mi from centre
8.2
4 reviews
Barley House is located in Andover, just 20 miles from Salisbury Cathedral and 20 miles from Salisbury Train Station. 11 miles from Highclere Castle and 18 miles from Newbury Racecourse, the property offers a garden and a terrace. The vacation home provides both free Wifi and free private parking.
The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Stonehenge is 21 miles from Barley House, while Old Sarum is 21 miles away. Southampton Airport is 30 miles from the property.
Apartment in Andover · 10.51 mi from centre
8.0
22 reviews
Town Center Apartment with 55” Smart TV+Netflix offers accommodations in Andover, 13 miles from Highclere Castle and 18 miles from Salisbury Cathedral. Featuring city views, this apartment also provides guests with free Wifi. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out for guests.
This apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Salisbury Train Station is 18 miles from the apartment, while Stonehenge is 19 miles away. Southampton Airport is 29 miles from the property.
Apartment in Reading · 11.35 mi from centre
7.6
51 reviews
Featuring a garden, The Reading apartment with gardens and koi pond provides accommodations in Reading. The property is around 8.8 miles from Newbury Racecourse, 14 miles from Highclere Castle, and 22 miles from LaplandUK. There's a barbecue and guests have access to free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station.
Providing a patio and lake views, the apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Legoland Windsor is 27 miles from the apartment, while Jane Austen's House Museum is 27 miles away. London Heathrow Airport is 35 miles from the property.
Bed and breakfast in Andover · 11.34 mi from centre
8.7
265 reviews
Cleaver Cottage in Andover provides accommodations with a terrace and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the bed and breakfast.
At the bed and breakfast, all units have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. There's a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.
An à la carte, full English/Irish, or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
For guests with children, Cleaver Cottage offers a baby safety gate.
Stonehenge is 16 miles from the accommodation, while Highclere Castle is 17 miles away. Southampton Airport is 33 miles from the property.
Holiday home in Andover, Appleshaw · 11.73 mi from centre
9.5
2 reviews
The Old Bull Pen offers accommodations in Appleshaw, 15 miles from Stonehenge and 19 miles from Highclere Castle. The property is around 19 miles from Old Sarum, 21 miles from Salisbury Train Station, and 21 miles from Newbury Racecourse. Lydiard Park is 30 miles from the vacation home.
The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star vacation home also features free Wifi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Salisbury Cathedral is 23 miles from The Old Bull Pen, while Salisbury Racecourse is 26 miles from the property. Southampton Airport is 35 miles away.
Agritourism property in Froxfield, Marlborough · 9.80 mi from centre
9.6
103 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Marlborough, Manor Farm B & B is a 2-minute drive from Kennet & Avon Canal and 8 minutes from Crofton Beam Engines. This farm stay is 17.4 mi (28.1 km) from Highclere Castle and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from The Merchant's House Marlborough.