Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds is known for its religious heritage, stunning architecture and historic sites. The town has long been a significant spiritual centre, with landmarks like St Mary's Church—one of the largest parish churches in England—and the Bury St Edmunds Cathedral, which was established following the creation of the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Diocese. The town is also famous for its medieval abbey ruins, once one of the most powerful Benedictine monasteries in England, and now a peaceful spot to stroll. 

Bury St Edmunds is a Suffolk town that’s full of character, history and beauty.  It’s home to the Abbey Gardens, where you’ll find the ruins of a once-powerful medieval abbey, as well as the stunning cathedral right in the heart of town. Bury is also known for its strong brewing tradition—Greene King Brewery has been producing ales here since the 18th century.  

Yes, it absolutely is. Bury St Edmunds has a long history as a traditional market town, and it still proudly holds regular market days. These markets are a big part of local life and a great way to soak up the town’s atmosphere. You’ll find everything from fresh produce and street food to handmade crafts and antiques. 

Bury St Edmunds has been around for over 1,000 years. The town’s roots go back to the Anglo-Saxon period, but it really grew in importance during the medieval era thanks to the Abbey of St Edmund. Over the centuries, it’s been the site of royal visits and the brewing of beer since the 1700s. Its rich and varied history is still very much present today through its buildings, gardens and museums. 

No, Harry Potter wasn’t filmed in Bury St Edmunds, but you could be forgiven for thinking it was! The town has a magical, historic feel, especially in places like the Abbey Gardens and around the cathedral, which give off a real Hogwarts vibe. While it didn’t make it into the films, Bury is definitely still a treat for fans of ancient architecture. 

Yes, the Cathedral Church of St James, now known as Bury St Edmunds Cathedral, is one of the town’s most iconic landmarks. Though parts of it are modern, it stands on the foundations of a much older church and is central to the religious identity of the area. It’s beautiful inside and out, with stunning stained glass, that makes it well worth a visit. 

Yes, the Greene King Brewery, founded in 1799, is one of Bury St Edmunds’ most popular attractions. You can take a guided tour of the working brewery to learn about traditional ale production and the long history of beer-making in the town. There’s also a brewery museum and, of course, opportunities to sample some of the beers. It’s a great way to see a different side of the town’s heritage—and it’s especially fun for anyone interested in how their pint gets from grain to glass. 

Start your day with a walk through Abbey Gardens, soaking up the views of the ruins and well-kept flowerbeds. Next, pop into St Edmundsbury Cathedral, where you can admire the architecture and stop for a coffee in the nearby cafes. From there, head over to the Greene King Brewery for a tour and maybe even a tasting. In the afternoon, browse the market stalls or the independent shops around town. If there’s time, check out Theatre Royal or The Apex for evening entertainment. 

Yes, Bury St Edmunds is a great place for shopping. You’ll find a great mix of high-street favourites, independent boutiques, quirky gift shops and local markets. There’s also the Arc Shopping Centre, which has big-name brands, and the historic streets around the town centre are full of little stores selling everything from fashion and books to artisan food and homeware.  

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.