The Well Guesthouse - Marlborough
51.466865, -1.709195
Overview
Family-run guesthouse on the Ridgeway with a 30-metre well under bulletproof glass
Unique Historical Feature
The Well Guesthouse gets its name from the original well set in the restaurant floor. Bulletproof glass covers the 30-metre shaft, allowing guests to stand on top and look down. This feature, originally part of a 1658 coaching inn, remains the guesthouse's most talked-about attraction.
Dining
Pre-arranged dinner is served at 19.00 with a choice of three main courses from £18.00 and sweets at £8.00. Homemade cooked breakfast includes vegetarian and vegan options, and packed lunches are available for £8.00. The bar serves local ales and a carefully selected wine list, with guest wines offered as well.
Rooms and Accommodation
All en-suite rooms are housed in a quiet annex separate from the main inn, with two double and two twin rooms on the ground floor. Each room has Freeview TV and tea/coffee making facilities, and upstairs rooms benefit from a landing fridge. The ground-floor rooms are pet-friendly, while upstairs rooms remain pet-free.
Pet-Friendly Policies
Dogs are welcome at no extra charge, with ground-floor rooms designated for pets. The guesthouse provides pet bowls and offers a disused railway track walk just across the road. Outside furniture is available, but guests should note a possible dog smell in the main bar area.
Location and Outdoor Activities
The inn with the well sits on the Ridgeway path, Europe's oldest highway, just off the A346 and 5 minutes from junction 15 of the M4 motorway. Guests have easy access to hiking, cycling, and attractions like Stonehenge, Avebury, Bath, and the Cotswolds. Secure bike storage and transfers to the Ridgeway trail are available from the owners.
- History: Original 30-metre well from 1658 under bulletproof glass
- Dining: Homemade dinner at £18 and packed lunches at £8
- Pets: Dogs welcome with no extra charge
- Location: On the Ridgeway, 5 minutes from M4 junction 15
- Activities: Secure bike storage and trail transfers available
Rooms and availability
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22 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Essential information about The Well Guesthouse
| 💵 Lowest room price | 98 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 5.4 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 67.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Gloucestershire, GLO |
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