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THE SHEPHERDS REST

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Victoria Theatre

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Basic Room
Comfort Room
Exterior
Exterior
Staircase

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €72
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug

Room options

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Free extra futon mattress
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Sowerby Bridge is home to THE SHEPHERDS REST. Victoria Theatre and Alhambra Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Halifax Piece Hall and Huddersfield Town Hall. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at John Smith's Stadium.
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125 Bolton Brow, Sowerby Bridge, England, HX6 2BD

What's nearby

  • Halifax Piece Hall - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Halifax Town Hall - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Victoria Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Eureka The National Children’s Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Shibden Hall - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Sowerby Bridge Station - 13 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Commercial Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min walk
  • Willow Tree Cafe No 5
  • ‪The Blind Pig - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hogs Head Brew House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hollins Mill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

THE SHEPHERDS REST

Hotel near Victoria Theatre
Located close to Halifax Piece Hall and Eureka The National Children’s Museum, THE SHEPHERDS REST has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

THE SHEPJHERDS REST
THE SHEPHERDS REST Hotel
THE SHEPHERDS REST Sowerby Bridge
THE SHEPHERDS REST Hotel Sowerby Bridge

Frequently asked questions

Is THE SHEPHERDS REST pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE SHEPHERDS REST?

As of 18 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE SHEPHERDS REST on 19 Aug 2025 start from €71.92, 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 THE SHEPHERDS REST?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at THE SHEPHERDS REST?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at THE SHEPHERDS REST?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is THE SHEPHERDS REST located?

Situated in Sowerby Bridge, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Victoria Theatre, Halifax Piece Hall and Eureka The National Children’s Museum. Huddersfield Town Hall and University of Huddersfield are also within 9 mi (15 km). Sowerby Bridge Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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THE SHEPHERDS REST Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 27 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for short stay over, staff great, very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice welcome great pub but the room was in the eaves and for a 6ft man it was small and cramped
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated, to a high standard, accommodation above this local pub. Manager and staff very welcoming and happy to answer any questions raised. A large breakfast is also offered, and at £9.95 per person was excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
"I stayed at Shepherd's Rest and was thoroughly impressed—the facilities were excellent and the staff were outstanding."
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bearing in mind the cheap price it was satisfactory. Bed was VERY low and whilst a double it was tight up against a wall on one side and less than a foot on the other, so would not have been at all suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Bathroom small but good. No indication of food available on site but we eat out anyway. Staff friendly, some road noise as needed window open as it was hot. Not sure why there was also a big sink in the room. Overall ok but would not want to pay more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Steph

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean but the hallway and rest of building accessible to guests was filthy. The room was also freezing so did not provide a good night's rest. I only met one member of staff and she was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the pub lovely but room terrible dirty poorly equipped and not worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nigel

Disliked: Room comfort

No heating on in December !

Stayed here mid December. Checked in at 3pm and was shown to the room. I immediately noticed there was no heating on / it was freezing cold and raised this. I was told the radiator valves had been opened and it should come in later, but if not, there’s an additional heater in the cupboard. On returning to the room around 9pm, there was still no heating on / still very cold. So I dug out the small fan heater and plugged it in and got into a cold bed with a THIN SUMMER duvet ??. I eventually nodded off, but kept waking up with the cold, as the fan heater was insufficient. Left the room at 4.30am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

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

A Nice, No Frills Place To Stay

My stay at The Shepherds Rest was for only one night. During my brief stay the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was compact, neat and clean,with a double bed, toilet, shower and drinks making facilities. I found this room more than adequate for my needs. There was no TV, which might not be for everyone. The location is in close proximity to a bus stop, if you wish to access the local bus transport network, which is approximately 15 - 20 mins travelling time to Halifax town centre. There are local shops, takeaways and eateries that are a short walk away and there is a pub of course, downstairs. There are a couple of flights of steps to access the room, which could potentially be an issue. I would advise to clarify about checking out and enquire about wifi. I would say that if you want a 'no frills' room as a base to stay, for work, to commute, to walk and explore the area then The Shepherds Rise might be an ideal place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

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

AVOID

Booked a 2 night stay from 9th to 11th December 2024.Shown our room by Sam Room absolutely freezing,no heating on,top of bedding and towels felt damp. Sam put on radiator and gave us a small radiator to help warm the room.Heated towel rail in cold bathroom also not working.After 2 hours still no central heating. Reported to Sam,who said she would report it to maintenance and gave us an extra fan heater. Not able to access normal TV channels on tv.We went out for a meal so couldn't leave the fan heaters for safety reasons.On return put on the 2 fan heaters to warm the room.We had to sit in our coats untill the room warmed up. Could not leave the heaters on all night because of the noise, would not be able to sleep and for fire safety.We had to sleep in clothes to keep warm. Mattress very uncomfortable, duvet thin,had asked for an extra, but did not receive one.Bedding crumpled like someone had slept in it and not changed.This may be,as reading the last review by Nigel,he left the property earlier in the morning as it was so cold,and it was obvious that he had the same problems as us with the lack of heating,so management knew there was no central heating when we booked in Disgusted that they let the room and took our money.We left on the 10th,as could not stand another night in that cold uncomfortable room.As the pub is not staffed until 3pm there is no one to see in the morning.Tried to see Sam on the afternoon of the 10th before we left,but she was not available.NEVER AGAIM
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay above a friendly pub, only downside was the lack of breakfast on site.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Muhammad Basitt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arrived quite late around 9pm but this was no problem. The room we were given was quite simply stunning. A beautiful rustic attic room with wooden floors and huge beams spanning the ceiling. There was a 60 inch TV and Netflix was provided free of charge which was a nice surprise. All in all I couldn't recommend this place enough. Staff are friendly and helpful, nothing is too much to ask for. A thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

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

Lovely

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024