Frequently Asked Questions

What are your opening hours?
We are open Wednesday – Sunday.

Kitchen serving times:
Lunch
Wednesday - Thursday: 12pm - 3pm
Friday - Saturday: 12pm - 2pm
Sunday: 12pm - 5pm

Afternoon Teapas
Friday - Saturday: 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Dinner
Wednesday - Thursday: 5pm - 8pm
Friday - Saturday: 5pm - 830pm

Bar serving times:
Wednesday - Sunday 12:00-late
Bar Snacks Menu is available Wednesday - Saturday: 2pm - 5pm

Does the hotel have a car park?
We have a free car park for hotel guests with dedicated places for Blue Badge holders. We also have two spaces for the purpose of electric vehicle charging. Spaces are suitable for a 16A EV Type 2 charging socket.

How far is your hotel from the Town Centre?
We are situated in the middle of the historic village of Waddesdon. We are approximately 10 minutes’ drive from Aylesbury Town Centre, and 30 minutes’ drive from Oxford.

What is the public transport like?
The nearest train station is Aylesbury Vale Parkway, and regular trains run from London Marylebone. A taxi is required to get to the hotel.
Purchase your ticket here Trainline.

What time is check out & check in?
Checkout is politely requested by 11 am. Late departures may be arranged at our discretion, dependent upon room availability. Check in is guaranteed from 3 pm.

Is the Five Arrows a non-smoking hotel?
Yes, all rooms and public areas inside the hotel are non-smoking.

Do you have complimentary Wi-Fi?
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

What categories of room does the hotel have?
We have single rooms, six classic and seven deluxe doubles, as well as two luxury junior suites. All rooms are en-suite.

Do you have an accessible room?
Yes, we have an accessible room leading onto the internal courtyard.

Are there tea and coffee making facilities in the rooms?
Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities are available in every one of our rooms.

Are toiletries provided in the rooms?
Yes, complimentary toiletries by The White Company are included in every room. Each room also has a hairdryer and an iron.

Do your hotel rooms have baths?
The majority of our deluxe rooms and junior suites all offer bath and shower facilities. Classic Double and Single Rooms feature walk-in showers and/ or baths.

How many hotel rooms do you have?
We have 16 rooms at The Five Arrows and The Dairy Cottage, a two bedroom self-catered cottage.

Can you arrange transport to and from Heathrow/Gatwick airport?
Yes, please contact Reception who will be able to assist you.

Are taxis available?
Yes, can be ordered at Reception in advance and/or usually arrive within 10 minutes of booking.

Do we pay for accommodation when we book?
We do not take payment at the booking stage; we pre-authorise the card provided to guarantee your reservation, for the full accommodation amount, 48 hours prior to arrival. No funds are debited from the card until and unless the transaction is completed or cancelled.

Do you offer breakfast?
A delicious breakfast with both continental and cooked options including locally sourced ingredients can be enjoyed in our restaurant by all guests.

Do you offer room service?
While we don’t offer room service, the cosy restaurant offers great quality lunch and dinner menus, serving a choice of seasonal starters, mains and desserts cooked fresh to order.

Is there a children’s menu?
Yes, the restaurant offers a selection of delicious classic dishes, specifically designed for children.

Do you have any information on the interiors and artwork in the hotel & restaurant?
Recently refurbished throughout, the interiors have been designed by Design House Winchester. Much of the artwork around the restaurant features paintings of Chateau Mouton Rothschild wine labels by some of the most celebrated artists of their day, including Dali, Picasso and Francis Bacon, to name but a few!

Can we visit Waddesdon Manor while staying at the hotel?
Entrance Waddesdon Manor house and grounds are included during seasonal openings. Please visit the website for opening dates and times.

How far is the hotel from Waddesdon Manor?
The Five Arrows is situated at the gates to Waddesdon Manor. The visitor entrance is approximately 15 minutes walk from the hotel, or a few minutes drive.

Is your hotel dog friendly?
7 of our 16 rooms are now dog-friendly, along with the gardens and bar area in the main hotel. Our ‘top dog’ Adam welcomes your dog everywhere in the hotel except the restaurant, but you are welcome to dine with your dog in the bar area. A maximum of two dogs per room are allowed.

Do you have a spa?
We do not have a spa, though we recommend nearby Hartwell House.

Is there a laundry service?
The Five Arrows doesn’t currently offer a laundry service for guests.