Banbury Cross B&B

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Banbury Cross B&B

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

About this property

Situated just 5 minutes' walk fro the centre of Banbury, the Banbury Cross B&B offers free Wi-Fi access throughout and free onsite parking. Warwick is a 30-minute drive and Banbury Cross is 400 metres away. The rooms include a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and ironing supplies. All bathrooms have bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, Banbury Cross serves a variety of fresh breakfast dishes. Guests can enjoy local British produce. Options include full English breakfast, smoked salmon, and vegetarian alternatives. With a garden, Banbury Cross B&B is a 20-minute drive from Brailes Golf Club. Both Oxford and Stratford upon Avon are within 30 miles and Leamington Spa is a 30-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is a lovely house with character and very well maintained and presented. The host was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the local area and lent a walking guide to us. Breakfast was fresh and cooked to order with a good choice and...”
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very quiet and great location and comfortable We were made very welcome”
  • Faye
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is a great place. A cosy, traditional and very clean B&B. Easy to access. Easy to check-in. Lovely breakfast & Michelle is an absolute delight.”
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Good communication. Welcomed on arrival. Lovely accommodation throughout. Very helpful hosts Liked the communal breakfast table, and it is always enjoyable to chat with new people.”
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely room, period furniture, and friendly host. Great breakfast. On-site parking. Everything provided from toiletries, hair dryer, makeup mirror to tea/coffee, and bottled water.”
  • Fjp
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect for our needs. Very comfortable and attractive room. Excellent breakfast.”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautifully decorated guest house in period style. We enjoyed sitting with other guests around the large dining table and chatted. Lorry host ,Michelle”
  • Judith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Paul and Michelle were great hosts, lovely comfy room and a building full of character. Excellent breakfast. Easy to find, easy walk from station and the following morning, to the Jurassic Way start.”
  • Bailsthebailey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very push and up market decoration. Great location for Banbury amenities. Very well looked after during my short stay. Strongly recommend using Banbury B&B when staying in Banbury.”
  • William
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Bigger than usual room for UK, with a garden view.”

Managed by Paul and Michelle Scarsbrook

Company review score: 9.8Based on 371 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Michelle has a catering background and have previously worked in a small hotel. More recently before coming to Banbury Cross B&B, I worked in the local hospice accounts department. Paul has worked in a Joinery background for 40 years and has now retired. He has made a lot of high quality furniture for the b&b, which often guests comment on. We both enjoy making the b&b the best it can be, whether it is making furniture to a very high specification, making homemade jams and marmalade. But most important making our guests feel welcome.

Property information

Banbury Cross B&B is a traditional English Bed and Breakfast, offering a high standard or service and cleaniness, in a relaxing environment. We have free super-fast Wi-Fi and free off road parking. Built in 1900, a late Victorian house, which has been totally decorated/refreshed during the lockdown period, and looking forward to welcoming guests back when possible. Myself, Michelle, and husband, Paul, arrived in 2001, so this year we celebrate 23 years of owning and running Banbury Cross B&B. We have 7 rooms, which are of a very high standard and homely, and hopefully provide all the things you require whilst away from home. We have a combination of single, doubles and twin rooms, mostly en-suite.

Neighbourhood information

We are very close to all the town's amenities, including Castle Quay Waterfront Shopping Centre. The famous Banbury Cross is 400 yards away from the B&B, together with the Fine Lady on her White Horse. The Mill Art Centre provide a variety of entertainment, including Banbury Cross Players, who regularly put on plays. Take a walk along the Oxford Canal passing through Banbury, you can walk up to Cropredy village (a pretty little village about 5 miles along the tow path). Banbury has Woodgreen Leisure Centre outdoor swimming pool (5 minute walk around the corner), subject to seasonal opening times, together with an indoor pool at Spiceball Leisure Centre. 14th century Broughton Castle is 2 miles further along our road in Broughton village. We have a good choice of pubs and restaurants within walking distance. We have the lovely La Foglia Italian restaurant, Thai Orchid restaurant, Pizza Calzone, Italian restaurant, Jools the Indian restaurant, Vou-Jon and V-Lounge restaurants all within close walking distance.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Banbury Cross B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Early check-in is available by prior arrangement only.

Please inform Banbury Cross B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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