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The Volunteer

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free parking at this adults-only Wantage inn

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A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A neatly made bed with striped bedding and two folded towels on the side.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a sink, and a door.
A white brick building with a red door, black-framed windows, and a small porch area.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a sink, and a mirror on the wall.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Station Road, Grove, Wantage, England, OX12 0DH
  • Place, Bakers Yard
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Frilford Heath Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Millets Farm Centre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens and two folded towels on the side.

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite

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

Single-Deluxe-Ensuite with Shower-Street View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table with a cup and a plate, and a wall with a floral patterned wallpaper.

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

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 - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Wantage Leisure Centre - 10 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Frilford Heath Golf Club - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Millets Farm Centre - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
  • North Wessex Downs - 19 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shoulder of Mutton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Miller & Carter - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Volunteer

Enjoy the free parking at this adults-only Wantage inn
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The Volunteer also features multilingual staff and a communal living room. 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
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • This property welcomes adults only.

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
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.

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 Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Volunteer on Sept 20, 2026 start from CA $125, excluding 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

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 87 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very basic room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

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

8/10 Good

Simon

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Recommend

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

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Friendly pub stay

Just the one night in this friendly pub, they serve a very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dave

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

K

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place itself isn't bad. No dining on the night I stayed but they were more than happy to allow me to order food in. Bar was nice and well priced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neill

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for two nights this week on business, its the first time i have been to the pub ever. I have just booked in again for next week. A really friendly little pub, cracking food, and charming staff. A big thank to Cathy & Blake for their great hospitality. i thoroughly recommend a stay here. Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noisiest place I’ve ever stayed in, not sure what the noise was but it was loud and constant all night. Seriously needs to be addressed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Claire

The Volunteer

Nice friendly check in. Only 1 x large and small towel for 2 people. No shower soap at all. In a pub so nobody on site but contact numbers on door if anyone is needed. I think overpriced for this property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was closed so no food available at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness
Checked in on a Monday around 5pm and shown to the room. Noticed that all the tables were setup for food with cutlery etc. Went down to the bar around 6:30 to be told that the restaurant was closed and only food available was coffee and cake. Ended up fetching a take away and eating that in the bar. On the plus side cider was only £3 a pint!! No mattress protectors on the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Left after just 1 hour

I booked a 'deluxe room' it was tiny and shoddy. There was damage to the plasterwork, a rusty radiator with the paint peeling and the shower/toilet was tiny. I decided to check out within an hour even though it meant I lost my money as it was non-refundable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Przemyslaw

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

BOOKING SCAM

I have booked the room for one night after 9pm done the online check in then email arrived that I can only check in until 9pm. Tried to rase this issue with hotels.com but only been told this is policy and there will be no refund . Proper scam . Website allows you to do the booking even if you can’t stay in hotel. SCAM zero help avoid!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Grahame

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant stay but tired room

A friendly welcome was provided at this Oxfordshire pub, I was checked in and shown up a back staircase to my room. The pub itself is small with a beer garden at the side. It’s very close to a main road and also a main line railway. The room (room 4) was a reasonable size, containing a double bed, a desk and a wardrobe with iron etc. Tea and coffee was provided. The bathroom was small and housed a toilet, sink and shower. The condition of the room was quite tired, the carpet had seen better days and the walls needed painting. The bed itself was very comfortable although there was no beside table, which would’ve been a cheap and convenient improvement. The noise from the road continued in to the early hours and meant you couldn’t leave the window open, the trains were less intrusive, although very audible from the room. Parking was ok, 3 spaces at the front of the hotel with maybe another 10 shared with the neighbouring car wash business.
Room 4
Tiny bathroom
The view from room 4
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024