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The Mistley Thorn

The Mistley Thorn Hotel High Street
Rated 8.7 in 163 reviews

The Mistley Thorn is a quaint and charming establishment located in the picturesque village of Mistley, United Kingdom. This boutique hotel effortlessly marries historical charm with modern comfort, providing a welcoming retreat for travelers looking to explore the natural beauty and rich history of the surrounding area.

Originally built in the 18th century, The Mistley Thorn has maintained much of its historic character, evident in its architecture and thoughtfully curated interior design. Guests can enjoy the unique ambiance created by period features alongside contemporary touches. The hotel is known for its warm hospitality, ensuring that each visitor feels at home from the moment they arrive.

Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the hotel's restaurant, which centers its menu around locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. The dining experience is further enhanced by an extensive selection of carefully chosen wines and local beverages. The Mistley Thorn places a strong emphasis on sustainability, emphasizing eco-friendly practices and products wherever possible.

The surrounding area offers a wealth of activities for nature lovers and history buffs alike. The hotel is ideally situated for exploring the scenic Essex coastline, as well as discovering the secrets of the historic village itself. Guests can take leisurely walks along the River Stour, visit nearby historic sites, or simply relax and unwind within the comfortable confines of the hotel.

Overall, The Mistley Thorn stands out as a delightful boutique hotel, perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape infused with character and personalized service.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in Mistley and near The Mistley Thorn

Manningtree Museum
Local museum in Manningtree
1.1km / 0.68mi
Church of St Mary and St Michael
Church of St Mary and St Michael
Church building in Mistley, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
310m / 330yd
Mistley Towers, South East Tower
Mistley Towers, South East Tower
Listed building in Mistley, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
140m / 160yd
St Mary's Church, Lawford
St Mary's Church, Lawford
Church in Lawford, Essex, England, UK
2.8km / 1.7mi
War Memorial
War Memorial
War memorial in Lawford, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
Settlement site NNE of Lawford House
Human settlement in Lawford, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
3km / 1.9mi
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Historic church in Brantham, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
2.4km / 1.5mi
Church of St Lawrence
Church of St Lawrence
Church building in Bradfield, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
Willy Lott's Cottage
Willy Lott's Cottage
Grade I listed cottage in Babergh, United Kingdom
4.2km / 2.6mi
Flatford Mill
Flatford Mill
Grade I listed watermill in East Bergholt, Suffolk, England, UK
4.2km / 2.6mi
Bridge Cottage
Bridge Cottage
Historic cottage in Flatford, Suffolk, England, UK
4.4km / 2.7mi
St Mary the Virgin's Church, Little Bromley
St Mary the Virgin's Church, Little Bromley
Church in Little Bromley, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
4.7km / 3mi
Castle House
Castle House
In Dedham, Essex, England, UK
5.7km / 3.6mi
Dodnash Priory
Augustinian priory in Suffolk, England, UK
4km / 2.5mi
Valley Farmhouse
Valley Farmhouse
Grade I listed farmhouse in Babergh, United Kingdom
4.2km / 2.6mi
All Saints, Wrabness
All Saints, Wrabness
Church in Wrabness, Essex, England, UK
5.7km / 3.6mi
Bentley War Memorial
Bentley War Memorial
War memorial in Bentley, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
East Bergholt War Memorial
East Bergholt War Memorial
War memorial in East Bergholt, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
5.4km / 3.3mi
Tattingstone Wonder
Tattingstone Wonder
A folly in Tattingstone, Suffolk, England, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in East Bergholt, Suffolk, England, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Wix Abbey
Architectural structure in Wix, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
5.4km / 3.4mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Wix, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
5.4km / 3.4mi
Church of St Peter, Stutton
Church of St Peter, Stutton
Church in Stutton, Suffolk, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
Pye Road
Roman road that linked Norwich and Colchester
6.3km / 3.9mi
Inn Sign In Front (South) Of White Horse Inn
Inn sign in Tattingstone, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Holbrook War Memorial
Holbrook War Memorial
War memorial in Holbrook, Suffolk, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Holton St Mary, Suffolk, England, UK
7.6km / 4.7mi
St Anne & St Laurence, Elmstead Market
St Anne & St Laurence, Elmstead Market
Church in Elmstead, Essex, England, UK
7.8km / 4.9mi
St Mary
St Mary
Church in Stratford St Mary, Suffolk, England, UK
7km / 4.4mi
Ardleigh Gravel Pit
Ardleigh Gravel Pit
Site in Essex, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Ardleigh, Essex, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Parish Church of St Mary
Parish Church of St Mary
Grade I listed church in Dedham, Essex, England, UK
6.1km / 3.8mi
Church of St John
Church of St John
Church in Great Wenham, Suffolk, England, UK
7.8km / 4.8mi
Church of St George
Church of St George
Church in Great Bromley, Essex, England, UK
6.5km / 4mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Capel St Mary, Suffolk, England, UK
7.1km / 4.4mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Grade I listed church in Little Bentley, Essex, England, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Bentley, Suffolk, England, UK
6.3km / 3.9mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church in Holbrook, Suffolk, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
All Saints Church, Little Wenham
All Saints Church, Little Wenham
Church in Little Wenham, Suffolk, England, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Freston
Archaeological site in Freston, Babergh, England, UK
8km / 5mi
Barhams Manor
Manor house in Higham, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
9km / 5.6mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Langham, Essex, England, UK
8.4km / 5.3mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Higham, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Raydon, Suffolk, England, UK
9.6km / 6mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Copdock, Suffolk, England, UK
9.7km / 6mi

What to do in Mistley and near The Mistley Thorn

Manningtree Museum
Local museum in Manningtree
1.1km / 0.68mi
Church of St Mary and St Michael
Church of St Mary and St Michael
Church building in Mistley, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
310m / 330yd
Mistley Towers, South East Tower
Mistley Towers, South East Tower
Listed building in Mistley, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
140m / 160yd
St Mary's Church, Lawford
St Mary's Church, Lawford
Church in Lawford, Essex, England, UK
2.8km / 1.7mi
War Memorial
War Memorial
War memorial in Lawford, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
Settlement site NNE of Lawford House
Human settlement in Lawford, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
3km / 1.9mi
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Church of St Michael and All Angels
Historic church in Brantham, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
2.4km / 1.5mi
Church of St Lawrence
Church of St Lawrence
Church building in Bradfield, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
Willy Lott's Cottage
Willy Lott's Cottage
Grade I listed cottage in Babergh, United Kingdom
4.2km / 2.6mi
Flatford Mill
Flatford Mill
Grade I listed watermill in East Bergholt, Suffolk, England, UK
4.2km / 2.6mi
Bridge Cottage
Bridge Cottage
Historic cottage in Flatford, Suffolk, England, UK
4.4km / 2.7mi
St Mary the Virgin's Church, Little Bromley
St Mary the Virgin's Church, Little Bromley
Church in Little Bromley, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
4.7km / 3mi
Castle House
Castle House
In Dedham, Essex, England, UK
5.7km / 3.6mi
Dodnash Priory
Augustinian priory in Suffolk, England, UK
4km / 2.5mi
Valley Farmhouse
Valley Farmhouse
Grade I listed farmhouse in Babergh, United Kingdom
4.2km / 2.6mi
All Saints, Wrabness
All Saints, Wrabness
Church in Wrabness, Essex, England, UK
5.7km / 3.6mi
Bentley War Memorial
Bentley War Memorial
War memorial in Bentley, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
East Bergholt War Memorial
East Bergholt War Memorial
War memorial in East Bergholt, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
5.4km / 3.3mi
Tattingstone Wonder
Tattingstone Wonder
A folly in Tattingstone, Suffolk, England, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in East Bergholt, Suffolk, England, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Wix Abbey
Architectural structure in Wix, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
5.4km / 3.4mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church building in Wix, Tendring, Essex, England, UK
5.4km / 3.4mi
Church of St Peter, Stutton
Church of St Peter, Stutton
Church in Stutton, Suffolk, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
Pye Road
Roman road that linked Norwich and Colchester
6.3km / 3.9mi
Inn Sign In Front (South) Of White Horse Inn
Inn sign in Tattingstone, Babergh, Suffolk, England, UK
6.7km / 4.2mi
Holbrook War Memorial
Holbrook War Memorial
War memorial in Holbrook, Suffolk, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
Church of St Mary
Church of St Mary
Church in Holton St Mary, Suffolk, England, UK
7.6km / 4.7mi
St Anne & St Laurence, Elmstead Market
St Anne & St Laurence, Elmstead Market
Church in Elmstead, Essex, England, UK
7.8km / 4.9mi
St Mary
St Mary
Church in Stratford St Mary, Suffolk, England, UK
7km / 4.4mi
Ardleigh Gravel Pit
Ardleigh Gravel Pit
Site in Essex, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi

About Mistley

Mistley, located in Essex, offers a blend of natural beauty and historical interest. One of the most notable features of the area is the Mistley Quay, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the riverbank. The picturesque views and the calming presence of the water create a serene atmosphere, making it a pleasant spot for reflection or simply enjoying the outdoors.

Another significant aspect of Mistley is its historic architecture. The village is home to several notable buildings, including the Mistley Towers, which are the remains of a church that dates back to the 18th century. These towers are a prominent landmark and offer insight into the area's architectural heritage.

For those interested in local wildlife, the River Stour provides opportunities for birdwatching and observing the natural environment. The surrounding landscapes are ideal for walks, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the region's tranquillity.

The local café and dining options in Mistley cater to various tastes, providing a chance to sample regional cuisine or enjoy a warm beverage while taking in the views. The combination of local charm and community spirit makes these spots worth visiting.

In summary, Mistley offers a range of activities that highlight its natural beauty, historical significance, and local culture, making it a peaceful destination for those looking to explore a quieter part of Essex.




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