Guest Rating: 
4.1 / 5
Warm and welcoming, the Highbury Barn is close to the historic market town of Sudbury, which is off the banks of the River Stour, where Gainsborough once sat painting the stunning countryside. Also close are the villages of Long Melford, Lavenham and larger towns such as Colchester and Bury St. Edmunds.
Dating back beyond the 16th century, Highbury Barn has kept its character. It has exposed beams and a real log fire, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Relax after a busy day with a glass of wine, before dining in the fine restaurant, which offers full waitress service and a full range of freshly prepared dishes.
All rooms are light with a clean and contemporary style offering tea/coffee making facilities, mineral water, hairdryer, digital TV and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in all room rates.
There is sometimes live entertainment on Fridays from local bands until 23:30.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later, the first night will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.
There are 6 spacious bedrooms: 2 King-size with large en suite bathrooms, 2 double with en suite shower rooms and 2 large double bedrooms with shared facilities. Further beds can be put into most of rooms, to accommodate for families (please refer to individual room descriptions).
This room can accommodate a maximum of 5 adults. The room rate shown is for 2 adults. There is an additional cost for further adults.
These comfortable, modern rooms, which have recently been refurbished, feature an en suite shower room and a flat-screen TV with Freeview. Unfortunately these rooms cannot accommodate an extra Z-bed or cot.
There are 2 standard double bedrooms, they come with shared bathroom facilities comprising of a bath, shower, sink and WC. Both rooms have a flat-screen TV with Freeview. One of the rooms can accommodate extra beds. Up to 2 extra z-beds or 2 cots can be placed in this room. This rooms also has a sofa seating area.
These large rooms feature a king-size bed, en suite bathroom and a flat-screen TV with Freeview. One room also has a sofa in a separate seating area. Modern and comfortable, the rooms have been recently refurbished. These rooms can fit 2 extra z-beds or cots.
This room has a shared bathroom.
Jason, owner and chef, has recently taken over the running of the pub and has refurbished throughout. He has an excellent reputation locally for food and has worked at many prestigious venues in the area, gaining AA rosettes for a number of previous restaurants that he has worked in. The restaurant can seat approximately 65 people for a formal sit-down dinner or every day dining, and up to 150 for a carved buffet or function. There is a patio area in the garden suitable for al fresco dining. Breakfast is served Monday to Friday from 07:30-09:30 and Saturday to Sunday from 08:30-10:00.
Sudbury has a small train station, which runs to Marks Tey and links to most major routes. Trains run directly from Marks Tey to London Liverpool Street. Regular bus services also run in the town centre and link the town to some of the smaller historic surrounding villages. There is a car park available on site.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
