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About the Hotel

42 Church Street, Gainsborough, United Kingdom, DN21 2JH
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Near the town center
Very good
7.5
7.5
/10
5.0
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Featuring a luggage room, the smoke-free The Horse & Jockey Hotel Gainsborough lies around a 5-minute walk from the medieval manor house "Gainsborough Old Hall". Located in the vicinity of Sherwood Forest, this 3-star inn boasts a lounge bar, billiards and darts.

Location

The hotel is situated 500 metres from The Salvation Army and just moments from All Saints Parish Church. The Horse & Jockey is approximately 5 minutes on foot from Gladstone Street bus stop and approximately 10 minutes on foot from the Gainsborough Theatre Club.

Guests might as well visit Richmond Park, which is a mere 1.2 km away. This accommodation is within a 15-minute drive of the Retford & Gainsborough Garden Centre.

For those travelling from afar, Doncaster Sheffield airport is 31 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The rooms include coffee/tea making facilities, along with a multi-channel TV for your convenience.

Eat & Drink

Guests may find the seafood restaurant Battys Fish and Chips a few steps from The Horse & Jockey Hotel.

Leisure & Business

There is a leisure club with a wide range of sports.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Gainsborough Old Hall for its stunning medieval architecture.
  • Try the pork pie from the award-winning Finn's of Gainsborough.
  • Explore the Gainsborough Women's Heritage Trail for local history.
  • Check out the weekly Gainsborough market for fresh local produce.
  • Enjoy a stroll along the River Trent and its picturesque surroundings.
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The Horse & Jockey Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Twin Room
2 persons
2 Single beds
Shower
Standard Single Room
2 persons
1 Single bed
Shower
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
2 Single beds

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Facilities

The Horse & Jockey Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Sports & Fitness

  • Billiard tables
  • Darts

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Karaoke
  • Entertainment

Room features

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
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The Horse & Jockey Hotel Location

42 Church Street, Gainsborough, United Kingdom, DN21 2JH
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42 Church Street, Gainsborough, United Kingdom, DN21 2JH
Nearby
Museum
Gainsborough Old Hall
700 ft
Church
All Saints Parish Church
400 ft
Gladstone Street
War Memorial Gainsborough
500 ft
Old Nick Theatre 31 Spring Gardens
Gainsborough Theatre Club
900 ft
Shopping Area
Marshall's Yard
1400 ft
Trinity Street
Trinity Art Centre
2000 ft
Restaurants
Battys Fish and Chips
800 ft
33 Lord Street
The Sweyn Forkbeard
1400 ft
Silver street
The Canute
1400 ft
12-14 Silver Street
Charcoalgrill Gainsborough
1500 ft
3 Silver Street
Johnson's Fish & Chip shop
1700 ft
26 Caskgate Street
Leon's Traditional Fish & Chips
1100 ft
65 Church Street
Pizza Piccante
1100 ft
73 Church Street
Reeds Coffee Shop
2500 ft
54 Bridge Street
Trinity Fish Bar
2900 ft
80 Trinity Street
Getting around
City Centre
Gainsborough2 min  ·  400 ft
Airports
Doncaster Sheffield (DSA)43 min  ·  17.8 mi
Humberside (HUY)66 min  ·  27.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop19 min  ·  7.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Horse & Jockey Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 35 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
74%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.1/10
Comfort
7.9/10
Facilities
7.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
5.0/10
Location
8.7/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 83 reviews
7.5/10
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