Local area
Local places to stay
Places to stay in and around Great Missenden
Great Missenden and the Chilterns Area of Outstanding natural beauty make a great holiday location. If you’re planning an overnight stay or holiday near the Museum take look at these options. Do take a look at the accommodation providers website to check availability, rates and suitability for your group. These listings are for information purposes only rather than recommendations, so we advise doing your own research to see if the accomodation meets your needs.
Nearby Hotels
Missenden Abbey
This former medieval abbey has 57 rooms in glorious grounds just a short walk from the Museum. Breakfast included, free parking and family accommodation on offer. Purpose-built accessible room available.
5 to 10 minutes’ walk from the Museum, London Road
Nag’s Head
Country pub that was once Roald Dahl’s local. Offers 6 beautifully crafted bedrooms and delicious breakfasts. Great food with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients. Parking available.
15 to 20 minutes’ walk away from the Museum, London Road
Chadwell Hill farm
Stay on a small working farm in the Chilterns. You can sleep in one of the ensuite bed and breakfast rooms or choose a self-catering option and stay in a glamping bell tent or luxury shepherds hut.
15 minute drive from the Museum, Longwick
Chiltern Lodges
Luxury lodges by a fishing lake. Family accommodation available.
25 minute drive from the Museum, Chinnor
Bel and Dragon
17th century coaching Inn situated in the historic town of Wendover a short drive, or train ride, from the Museum. Family rooms sleeping up to 4 available. Serving food all day, including a kids menu.
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10 minute drive or one train stop, Wendover
The King’s Arms
Based in the historical Old Amersham Village this hotel dates from the 1400s. It has suites that sleep up to 5, and a townhouse that sleeps up to 6. Restaurant onsite serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
10 minute drive or one train stop, Amersham
The Crown
Sister pub of The King’s Arms, this 400 inn has been the backdrop to many famous films, including Four Weddings and Funeral. Suite sleeping 4 available.
10 minute drive or one train stop, Amersham
Danesfield House
The once private home stands within 65 acres of grounds where families can enjoy lawn games available in the summer months and annual outdoor family friendly events. Family accommodation and children’s menus available throughout the year. Spa Illuminata provides all guests over 5 years dedicated daily swim times.
30 minute drive from the Museum
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Camping
Hill Farm
A small friendly campsite located next to Wendover Woods for tents and caravans. Luxury bell tents available that sleep up to 4.
20 minute drive from the Museum, Wendover
Bella Vista camping
A quiet, family campsite in the Chiltern hills. Prime spot for seeing red kites.
30 minute drive from the Museum, Radnage
Chiltern Retreat
Rural camping on a family farm with over 200 acres to explore. Lots of camping options including fields, meadows and woodland.
30 minute drive from the Museum, Henley
Hurley Riverside park
Large campsite and touring park with caravans available to rent. Onsite shop, slipway, laundrette, playground and nature trail. Accessible wet room and free wifi. The riverfront is a private area alongside the beautiful River Thames.
40 Minute drive from the Museum, Hurley
Swiss Farm Camping
Family-run landscaped touring and camping park. Camping, touring pitches and glamping cabins available. Farm kitchen, café and bar area open all day. Shop, playground and swimming pool onsite.
45 minute drive from the Museum, Henley
Hostels
YHA Jordans
Large self-catering hostel available for exclusive hire only. Sleeps up to 18 people. Lots of outdoor space and large, practical kitchen.
20 minute drive from the Museum, Beaconsfield
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