The Best Western Priory Hotel in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk is one of those rare and delightful discoveries; a privately owned and operated hotel where the welcome is warm and personal, offering high standards of hospitality, service and value for money, without compromising on quality. Offering you an 'oasis of calm', we will welcome you to the Best Western Priory Hotel and Garden Restaurant where the service is second to none. AA Three Star with a 82% merit score. Two AA rosettes for our Food. Free parking inside our walled grounds. Suitable for the business traveller or as a weekend retreat. Meetings and Conferences. Free Wifi throughout the hotel and bedrooms for our Residential guests. Recommended for Special events, licensed for civil weddings, civil partnerships and naming ceremonies. Open to non residential guests for lunches, dinners or just a coffee and a snack in our lounge. Attention to detail and commitment to quality are key to our guest's comfort and well-being. Every aspect of its service sets a standard others can only dream of. Part of Best Western Hotels. The Best Western Priory Hotel in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk enjoys a reputation as a premier venue in East Anglia.
Experience the tranquillity of our award winning restaurant overlooking the gardens. Offering traditional British and modern European cuisine together with an excellent choice of wines, our attentive and friendly staff will ensure a memorable meal.
Relax beside the fire in our comfortable bar whatever the time of day and treat yourself to afternoon tea or morning coffee. Light refreshments are also available.
Traveling
Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk was once the capital of East Anglia and the town and surrounding area are full of history. This lovely mediaeval market town has a warm and friendly atmosphere throughout the year.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE TRAIN STATION:
We are approximately a ½ mile from the train station. Walking down the hill from the station (keeping it on your left), turn left onto Fornham Road and keep walking until you reach the Esso garage. We are behind the walls on the right hand side.
DIRECTIONS FROM LONDON / CAMBRIDGE:
Travel along the A14, leave at exit marked "Bury St Edmunds West (42) B1106 / A1101". At the bottom of the slip road bear left. After approximately 1 mile turn right at the first mini roundabout signposted "Bury St Edmunds A1101" and continue until you reach traffic lights. The entrance to the hotel is immediately on your left, just after the sign behind the flint wall.
DIRECTIONS FROM IPSWICH:
Travel along the A14, leave at exit marked "Bury St Edmunds Central (43) A1302 / A1101". Take first exit signposted "A1101 Mildenhall" and "Town Centre". At the next roundabout take the third exit to "A1101 Mildenhall". Carry on along this road for approximately ¾ of a mile until you reach a set of traffic lights and a Jet petrol station. Stay in the left hand lane, proceed through the lights and the entrance to the hotel is the first on your right hand side behind a flint wall.
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Love and Marriage
Imagine yourself in the beautiful landscaped gardens surrounded by your family and friends as you enjoy the finest hospitality together with sumptuous food from the awarding winning restaurant; and all just a mile from the town centre, quietly hidden behind the historic walls of an old priory.
Our dedicated and professional staff offer a flexible approach; helping you to create your own perfect day. They will be on hand to advise and discuss every detail; from the ceremony, menus, wines, flowers, photography; indeed helping you every step of the way, right through to your departure from the hotel as a married couple.
Whatever you have in mind; from a lunch after the ceremony for just a handful of friends and family or a champagne reception for fifty guests with a three course meal followed by dancing into the night for up to a hundred guests. The Head Chef, Graham Smith will be happy to discuss your menu requirements, incorporating the finest local produce and best quality ingredients.
The wine cellar, stocked by our experienced vintners, Ellis of Richmond, can provide you with your favourite wines and maybe even those special vintages that may have importance to you and your partner.
We can also offer you exclusive use. Just think, from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, the whole hotel, its facilities, the grounds and every member of staff will be at the disposal of you and your guests.
Marriage is an important occasion - one which we would like to make extra special. The team here at the hotel will attend to every detail, so that you can, get on with enjoying your special day.
Why not make an appointment with our Conference and Events Manager and come and see for yourself!
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Hotel's Cancellation Policy
12 Noon Day Prior to Arrival
Parking Info / Road Info
Nearest Motorway - M11
Nearest Motorway Jct - A14 (Jct 4
Parking - On-Site - 60
Parking Restrictions - NO HGV