The Bunk Inn - Newbury (Berkshire)

Premium village inn with 9 en suite rooms and dog-friendly dining in Curridge, Newbury

Dining

The Bunk Inn serves locally sourced produce on its modern British menu, alongside a traditional country bar with a selection of ales and fine wines. Breakfast options include a choice from the menu of cooked breakfasts plus a range of continental items, with juice and hot beverages included. The dining experience is backed by a focus on fresh, seasonal British pub classics, with options like the hanging kebab and fish and chips noted in guest reviews.

Rooms

The 9 en suite rooms at the Bunk Inn Newbury include a flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee machine, hair dryer, and toiletries. Room 7 features an enormous bed, and ground-floor rooms are available for guests with mobility needs. Each room is part of the Charming Bedrooms collection from Upham Inns, a group of premium inns across Southern England.

Location

The Bunk Inn is situated in the village of Curridge, just 15 minutes' drive from Newbury Racecourse and 31 km from Reading. It is 3 km from the M4 and A34, providing convenient access to Newbury, Swindon, and Oxford. Nearby attractions include Highclere Castle, the North Wessex Downs, and Marlborough, with couples rating the location 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Pet-Friendly Facilities

The Bunk Inn Curridge is notably dog-friendly, offering a dog bed, water bowl, and a welcome package with sleepy bones, a ball, and poo bag in the room. A dog menu is available, and there are ample water stations throughout the property. The hotel also provides pet baskets and pet bowls, with a £20 charge per dog per stay.

Activities and Grounds

Guests at The Bunk Inn can access scenic walking trails from the pub, with a downloadable 1-hour circular walk through horse meadows and woods, spotting deer, squirrels, and rabbits. The outdoor seating area includes a garden and picnic area, with a sun terrace surrounded by countryside views. Live jazz music is occasionally held on Saturday evenings, and the pub has a designated smoking area.

• Location: 15 min from Newbury Racecourse, near Highclere Castle and North Wessex Downs
• Dining: Modern British menu with locally sourced produce, cooked breakfast included
• Rooms: 9 en suite rooms with Nespresso coffee machines and flat-screen TVs
• Pet Policy: Dog beds, dog menu, water bowls, and welcome treats ( £20 charge)
• Activities: Walking trails, live jazz on Saturdays, outdoor garden and picnic area