TOP Hotels with a Bar in Thaxted for 2026

Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched).

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family.

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly.

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Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

Dunmow

Liz

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5 Mar - 6 Mar

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Hunters Meet Ltd

Hatfield Heath

Sarah

includes taxes & fees

26 Feb - 27 Feb

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

Colchester

Diane

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

The Kicking Dickey

Dunmow

Anne

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5 Mar - 6 Mar

Feathers Hotel by Chef and Brewer Collection

Ware

Thiago

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Bishop's Stortford

ANDY

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8 Mar - 9 Mar

Funky Monk Restaurant and Rooms

Epping

Cecilia

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26 Feb - 27 Feb

Roydon Marina Village Hotel

Harlow

Mrs Fiona

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9 Mar - 10 Mar

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ibis Cambridge Central Station

10/10 Excellent

"friendly staff, great breakfast, "

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice hotel, rooms were lovely , staff very nice and helpful and the breakfast was good, starting at 4am was perfect for us. It is a good 5 minute walk from the terminal which on a cold February morning wasn’t pleasant but ok. The other odd thing was the shower was warm , not hot but the water from the sink was hot. Not pleasant having a shower in warm water in February but other than that would stay again"

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Searching for hotels with bars in Thaxted?

Though you might not find a hotel in Thaxted that's well known for its bar, you will find 10 properties to choose from, some of which will have an on-site bar where you can unwind with a drink after sightseeing. While you're in the area, consider a visit to Market Square and Bridge End Gardens.

What are the best hotels with bars in Thaxted?

Here are some of the top Thaxted hotels with bars: Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns: Inn with restaurant. Enjoy the bar, free WiFi and free parking. Steepleview Bed & Breakfast: Enjoy the bar, free breakfast and free WiFi. Farmhouse Inn: Hotel with restaurant. Enjoy the bar, free WiFi and free parking.

What is there to do in Thaxted?

Consider a visit to Market Square, Bridge End Gardens and Audley End House, and then find a cosy spot for a nightcap. Other places to see in the area include House on the Hill Toy Museum and Mountfitchet Castle. Thaxted is well known for its top-notch restaurants.

When is the best time to visit Thaxted?

Visiting local bars in Thaxted is better when the weather is good. These temperatures and rainfall averages can help you choose the best time for bar-hopping. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Thaxted is 689 mm.

How can I get to Thaxted and around the area?

You might want to make the most of these transportation choices in and around Thaxted: Fly into London (STN-Stansted), which is located 5.6 mi (9.1 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Cambridge (CBG), which is 19.1 mi (30.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Funky Monk Restaurant and Rooms

Roydon Marina Village Hotel

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

The Gem Stansted

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ibis Cambridge Central Station

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

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Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

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Feathers Hotel by Chef and Brewer Collection

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Funky Monk Restaurant and Rooms

Roydon Marina Village Hotel

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

The Gem Stansted

The Annual Holiday Sale

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