The Anchor Inn

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“The Anchor Inn is a traditional pub located in prime shooting and fishing country. Full of character with books, pictures, nostalgic bric a brac and WW1 poet themed rooms. Featuring eccentricities such as wooden galleries & quaint private balconies each room is unique. A wonderful country escape.”

Hotel review

The Anchor Inn lies on the river Wey, near Alton, in stunning Hampshire countryside, yet is less than one hour from London either by car or by train from nearby Bentley railway station. This recently converted inn retains original features (mind the padded low beams!) yet has added soft, period furnishings to give the feel of a bygone age. Check in is at the bar. Bedrooms are filled with books and photographs of great Britons who have made a lasting impression and still impact our lives today. Downstairs public rooms are adorned with school photographs from Charterhouse, reflecting the past owner’s alma mater. Rooms come with en suite showers, luxurious beds, pillows and duvets, flat screen TVs with DVD, WIFI and writing desks. They are named after World War 1 poets – Siegfried Sassoon, Wilfred Owen, Robert Graves, Richard Hilary and Rupert Brook. Cuisine, under the supervision of chef Sam May, has been awarded two AA Rosettes and is elegant British in flavour. The Inn can arrange fly fishing on a number of nearby chalk stream rivers, game or clay shooting and welcomes huntsmen and walkers.

Malcolm Orr-Ewing
Malcolm Orr-Ewing Review published: 03/12/2024

Recommended for

  • Country Escape

    • A cosy property boasting far reaching views across some of Hampshire's most bucolic landscapes- perfect for ramblers.

  • Great walks

    • Wonderful walking starting right from the front door, plus warm fires and hearty meals to greet you on return.

  • Fishing

    • The two nearby chalkstreams make for great fishing, so don't forget your rods.

  • Other Activities

    • For those more sporting guests, the Anchor Inn can arrange shooting nearby.

  • Sights nearby

    • For a truly Hampshire experience gusets can visit Jane Austen's house.

  • Pet friendly

    • Dogs are welcome and special packages are available

  • Cycling

    • Explore the stunning South Downs by two wheels.

  • Restrictions on children

    • Children above the age of eight are welcome

  • Restaurant

  • Full of character

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Owner managed

  • Views

  • Free wifi

  • Intimate

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Village

  • Quirky

  • Antiques

  • Inn

Facilities

  • Rooms

    5 rooms in this hotel

  • Pet friendly

    Dogs are welcome and special packages are available

  • Restrictions on children

    Children above the age of eight are welcome

  • Parking

    Free parking on site

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Restaurant

  • Private dining room

  • Outdoor dining

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Fireplace

  • Bar

  • Views

  • Free wifi

  • Wifi

  • Sitting Room

  • Garden

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Wonderful walking starting right from the front door, plus warm fires and hearty meals to greet you on return.

  • Fishing

    • The two nearby chalkstreams make for great fishing, so don't forget your rods.

  • Other Activities

    • For those more sporting guests, the Anchor Inn can arrange shooting nearby.

  • Sights nearby

    • For a truly Hampshire experience gusets can visit Jane Austen's house.

  • Cycling

    • Explore the stunning South Downs by two wheels.

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Cool Hotel Guide

"So it’s handy for Londoners after a quick fix of countryside since there are plenty of local walks and it’s a short drive to the South Downs National Park — or you could visit Jane Austen’s House Museum in Chawton."

Originally published by The Times

The Anchor Inn

"The Anchor Inn, Lower Froyle, Hampshire, is a country inn with attractive bedrooms and a patriotic air."

Originally published by The Telegraph

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