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Wild Thyme & Honey

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cirencester with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Wild Thyme & Honey provides a tranquil rural getaway where travelers can unwind by the warming firepit or take a leisurely walk through the garden. The Crown at Ampney Brook restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while in-room WiFi keeps guests connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Junior Studio Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Ampney Crucis, Cirencester, England, GL7 5RS

What's nearby

  • Cirencester Church - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Arlington Row - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 19 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 15 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Toro Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Gateway Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Old Boathouse - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Wild Thyme & Honey

Hotel in a rural location, remodelled in 2021
A terrace, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Wild Thyme & Honey. The on-site restaurant, Crown at Ampney Brook, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and wedding services
  • Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and designer toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heated floors and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crown at Ampney Brook

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - November 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 100.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 300 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from GBP 25 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 100.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The property will take full payment on the day of arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Crown Crucis Hotel Cirencester
Crown Crucis Hotel
Crown Crucis Cirencester
Crown Crucis
Wild Thyme Honey
The Crown of Crucis
Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel
Wild Thyme & Honey Cirencester
Wild Thyme & Honey Hotel Cirencester

Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Thyme & Honey pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Wild Thyme & Honey?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wild Thyme & Honey on 5 Nov 2025 start from NZ$314.86, 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.

How much is parking at Wild Thyme & Honey?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wild Thyme & Honey?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 50.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Wild Thyme & Honey?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Wild Thyme & Honey located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of New Brewery Arts Centre, Church of St John the Baptist and Cirencester Church. Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist and Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Wild Thyme & Honey Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 307 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went out of their way to make our stay memorable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice restaurant and hotel had quirky and nice rooms, with areas outside for sitting by the fire. Stayed for one night and was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic day really enjoyed everything about the place. We definitely recommend this to anyone looking to visit the Cotswolds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay for 2 nights and the food was all excellent and great breakfast choices and tasted great. The haddock fish and chips was huge and very yummy. All the staff were very nice and helpful so would highly recommend staying here for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in the Cotswold. Small but stylish room. Great restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Beautiful

Very relaxed stay with incredible scenery and facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. There was a wedding reception in the hotel, but they upgraded us to a riverside room and we didn’t hear a thing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Fabulous Stay

Fantastic stay from start to finish, friendly staff, great choice of drinks, lovely supper and a great room. Have already recommended this place to my friends who visit the are, will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Novejit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience and relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with exceptional customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Details and decoration to high standard, and very calming atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bedrooms, super helpful staff and smooth checkin
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel just outside Cirencester, lovely room, nice bar & really good food in the restaurant. Will stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

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

Beautiful

Beautiful hotel and surrounding area. We thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alice

Staff very nice. Breakfast and dinner staff all very good and helpful. The housekeeping staff also very helpful. Would suggest upgrade on pillows. Very hard and uncomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Excellent

Excellent attention for detail to make our stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the best stay at Wild Thyme, we only wish we had booked more than one night! The property is beautiful and the staff were warm, welcoming, and professional. By far one of the very best options in the area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callum

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

Incredible hotel

Beautiful hotel and I will be coming back. Luxury finishes everywhere you looked and for the price I couldn’t complain at all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like all the different seating areas. Beautiful decor. Great food in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Hotel

A lovely hotel with lots of spaces to spread out. There was a good choice for Gluten Free at dinner and breakfast also. The staff were very attentive and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything, i could not find anything wrong with this place, just beautiful 10 out of 10,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Awesome

Absolutely loved it here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

You have to stay here!

Fantastic, really nice place felt well at home and all staff very helpful and smiley, honestly wish I could have stayed longer, it’s just a nice place to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James Mark

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

Gem in The Cotswolds

Amazing hotel, excellent staff, thoroughly recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From check in to the beautiful room and facilities for guests- amazing hotel Not one issue with level of cleanliness and loved the pantry with extras you may need . Genuine, helpful and friendly staff all round👏
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022