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The Bird In Hand Country Inn

Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Wokingham RG10 9UP, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013
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Bath, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Can't say enough good about this place. Stayed 2 nights in 2 very diffetent rooms. First night in one of their normal rooms and the second in one of their dog friendly rooms as my girlfriend came to visit with the dog! The room I had on my own (Wren) was excellent. High quality finish, immaculately presented, and perfectly clean.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

We had not been here for 20 odd years but enjoyed a lovely Sunday lunch. There is a bar serving a varied menu but we had booked into the restaurant which is comfortable [although the grey curtains don't really co-ordinate with cream walls] with a nice outlook. There's a decent choice & the food was all very good. The roast... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you for your recent review and your lovely comments. I have made a note about the cod loin. I have been running the business for 20 years( having taken over from my parents) so it is lovely to hear you returned after such a long time. Caroline Shone More

Burchetts Green
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

We had a fabulous dinner here organised with our local Coeliac Society (people who can't eat wheat, barley or rye), the food was excellent and the staff are extremely knowledgeable about food allergies and intolerances. Some of our members had travelled a good distance for the event and were very happy that they had made the journey, and the staff... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. I am pleased you enjoyed the coeliac society event. We are more than happy to cater for people requiring special diets and allergies and are finding more and more customers with these requirements. I look forward to meeting you at a future event. Caroline Shone More

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8 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Went for a booked lunch in the restaurant on a week day. We were quickly shown to our table, offered drinks and given menu. Staff were helpful, seemed a little busy though restaurant only had one other table occupied. Food was a little slow in arriving and when it came it was as the title says, average. The staff accommodated... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
20 May 2013

I am sorry your experience with us was average. This is not how we would wish to be described and i am currently endeavouring to find out how this happened. If you would like to contact me with more information i would be grateful. Unfortunately, the sauvignon blanc which was chosen was the most expensive as it is a New... More

London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Our party of four spent the weekend at this charming 14th Century Country Inn and were hugely impressed by the friendliness and helpfulness of the wonderful staff. The Inn is a delightful mixture of original 14th Century features, nice furniture and modern fittings and the spacious rooms offer comfy beds, luxurious bathrooms, flat panel TVs and free Wi-fi. We were... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
14 May 2013

I am glad you enjoyed your weekend with us. Thank you for your review. Caroline Shone More

Marlow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Bird In Hand is a splendid 14th century country inn having a most cosy and welcome atmosphere. It's history goes back 600 or so years and you are aware of that when you step over the its threshold. We often visit for Saturday lunch or meet with friends for, lunch a drink and sit in front of a beautiful... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to post a review and for your kind words. Caroline Shone More

Wokingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Bird in Hand hosted a charity dog show yesterday for all the family. I must say that we were warmly greeted at the event, the food was great and there was plenty of it. The bar was more than adequate and the staff who were working and it was very hot were polite, courteous and I would highly recommend... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Thank you so much for your review. It was a fantastic day. We had 79 dogs enter the Dog Show, over 400 people attended and we raised over £1000 for the charity. So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for your support. Caroline Shone More

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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Went here for Sunday lunch. Service was attentive and we were given a nice table which was nicely set with linen cloth and napkins etc. Starters were really quite nice, an unusual black pudding and bacon affair, and also salmon fishcakes with sweet chilli sauce. Wine reasonably priced by the glass. The main course was slightly disappointing given that everything... More

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BirdInHandKnowlHill, Owner at The Bird In Hand Country Inn, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Apologies for not replying sooner but there has been a technical hitch for a few weeks and replies would not submit. I am sorry you did not enjoy your Sunday roast with us. It is a shame we did not have the opportunity to rectify this matter with you at the time but do feel free to contact me direct.... More

Reading, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

I recently organised Sunday lunch, at the Bird in Hand, for the older members of my extended family. Every time I do this it gets more difficult to find a venue that can cater for our needs. I have one family member who is allergic to eggs and now another who is recovering from major surgery who can only eat... More

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Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We booked a two night stay here for a restful break and we were not disappointed. The room was spacious and very clean with some lovely period features, a liitle dark due to two very small windows however this did not concern us as it gave the room a very peaceful and atmospheric feeling and there were plenty of lamps... More

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Also Known As:
The Bird In Hand Country Hotel Reading
The Bird In Hand Country Hotel
Reading Country Inn
Address: Bath Road, Knowl Hill, Wokingham RG10 9UP, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > Berkshire > Wokingham > Knowl Hill
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