George & Dragon Hotel

Bar: Everyday 11 - 10:30 pm

Food: Monday to Friday @ 12 - 3 / 6 - 8:45 pm

Saturday: @ 12 - 8:45 pm

Sunday: @ 12 - 6:30 pm

STAY & UNWIND

Historic charm meets modern comfort

Our 15 individually designed rooms blend modern comfort with historic charm, each offering unique character and a warm, inviting atmosphere for a memorable stay at The George & Dragon Hotel.

Things to view nearby

Local Highlights

  • Melford Hall (0.5 miles): 10-minute walk – Tudor mansion with beautiful gardens and interiors.
  • Kentwell Hall (1 mile): 5-minute drive – Grand Tudor house, historic re-enactments, tranquil parklands.
  • Long Melford High Street (0.2 miles): 5-minute stroll – One of England’s longest, with boutiques, antique shops, and cafés.
  • Holy Trinity Church (0.3 miles): 5-minute walk – Impressive 15th-century church and peaceful setting.
  • Long Melford Country Park (1.2 miles): 5-minute drive or 20-minute walk – Scenic park for picnics, walks, and family outings.

Nearby Towns & Cities

  • Sudbury (3.5 miles): 10-minute drive – Historic market town, shopping, dining, Gainsborough’s House.
  • Bury St Edmunds (12 miles): 25-minute drive – Cathedral town, Abbey Gardens, medieval sites, lively market square.
  • Colchester (19 miles): 35-minute drive – Britain’s oldest town, Roman ruins, Colchester Castle, arts scene.

Airports

  • London Stansted (32 miles): 45-minute drive.
  • London Southend (52 miles): 1 hour 15 minutes.

The George & Dragon is your perfect base to explore Suffolk’s history, culture, and countryside.

Our Hotel Policies & Extra information​

All guests must provide a credit or debit card at check-in; international guests also need photo ID.

Free parking is available.

For disabled access rooms or late check-in (after 10:30pm, £10/hour), please call 01787 371 285.
We are not a 24-hour hotel .