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The Volunteer

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Wantage inn

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Double Room, Ensuite
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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Station Road, Grove, Wantage, England, OX12 0DH
  • Place, Bakers Yard
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wantage Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Frilford Heath Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single-Deluxe-Ensuite with Shower-Street View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Wantage

In Wantage .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this inn, you'll find Frilford Heath Golf Club and Millets Farm Centre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Millets Falconry Centre and Milton Manor House.
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What's nearby

  • Bakers Yard - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Wantage Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Frilford Heath Golf Club - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Millets Farm Centre - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Milton Manor House - 12 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oxford Parkway Station - 23 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shoulder of Mutton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Stables Make Space - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grove Kebab Van - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wildwood Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Volunteer

Enjoy the free parking at this Wantage inn
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Wantage inn is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Wedding services available
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Volunteer offers 5 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Volunteer B&B Wantage
Volunteer Wantage
The Volunteer Inn
The Volunteer Wantage
The Volunteer Inn Wantage

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Volunteer to the airport?

The Volunteer is 18.4 mi (36-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Volunteer?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Volunteer on Mar 10, 2026 start from $94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Volunteer have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Volunteer.

Does The Volunteer offer free breakfast?

The Volunteer does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Volunteer?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Volunteer?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Volunteer?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Volunteer have a pool?

The Volunteer does not have a pool.

Does The Volunteer have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Volunteer have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Volunteer to downtown Wantage?

The Volunteer is 0.2 mi away from Grove.

The Volunteer Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 77 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice cllean room. The staff and the regulars were so friendly and made us feel very welcome. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient for one night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Marion

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy the staff helpful, easy access to local areas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Really lovely staff and clean room, just very loud until late at night seeing as it’s over a pub
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and hospitable. Ideal for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dave

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfort - slept well It’s a busy pub - so expect some cheer Food not an option because of the hours I kept - so check what’s available Great staff , and guests alike I will be staying there again !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weis beer and dominoes, a great night

The pub does not serve food in the evening, the beer was amazing a chilled German beer on a hot day with a dominoes which they were fine with ordering in food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Neill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay, I only stayed one night. The manager was friendly and helpful. There were some local regulars in the bar area, where I was made to feel welcome. A great mix, even had a game of pool with them. Freshly decorated. Great value for money and I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Roadside accommodation

There was a warm welcome when we arrived and we were given plenty of local details. Originally booked the property as it had a restaurant. Unfortunately, it did not provide any food on Sundays or Monday’s; the two days we were there. This aside, the room was clean if a little tired. There was tea and coffee in the room but no spoons! The other issue was the noise from the road outside. Our room was roadside, and although ear plugs were provided along with the tea and coffee, the constant hum from 6:00 am was irritating with just single glaze windows. Because of this, I probably wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend

Good affordable room and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed one night for a family funeral ! Very rural on a very busy road, double glazing a god send , staff helpful and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Safwan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great location if visiting the Williams F1 centre, polite staff, building is tired but that did not ruin my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024