The Willows Training Centre combines golf and relaxation in a countryside setting. Visitors enjoy the links, refresh in the sauna or steam room, and book rejuvenating massages. The property includes a gym and offers water skiing, creating an experience that appeals to all ages.
Located in Bedford, The Willows Training Centre is in the suburbs. St Neots Museum and Shuttleworth Collection are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wyboston Lakes Golf Course and Cineworld St Neots. Traveling with kids? Consider One Leisure St Neots, or check out an event or a game at Bedford Autodrome. Visit our Bedford travel guide
MK44 3AL, England, Bedford, Great North Road, Wyboston
What's nearby
Woburn Safari Park
28 min drive - 38.6 km
University of Cambridge
30 min drive - 37.3 km
Bletchley Park
42 min drive - 49.6 km
Wyboston Lakes Golf Course
4 min walk - 0.4 km
National Bowl
41 min drive - 50.3 km
Getting around
St Neots Station
14 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN)
56 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min drive
Subway
5 min drive
Tesco Cafe
5 min drive
Wyboston Lakes Conference Centre & Willows Hotel
1 min walk
ambience
7 min drive
About this property
The Willows Training Centre
Family-friendly hotel in a rural location
You can look forward to a golf course, a garden, and an arcade/game room at The Willows Training Centre. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range, golf lessons, and a golf pro shop. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Cricket Kitchen, offers breakfast and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like water skiing, fishing, and motor boating. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 193 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and portable fans
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Cricket Kitchen
Things to do
18-hole golf course
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Fishing
Foosball table
Games
Golf carts
Golf driving range
Golf lessons
Gym
Motor boating
Pro golf shop
Sauna
Steam room
Water skiing
Water sports equipment
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Business center
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 floor
2 buildings
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Portable fan
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
Spa fee: GBP 80
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Willows Training Centre pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Willows Training Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Willows Training Centre?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Willows Training Centre located?
This family-friendly Bedford hotel is located in the suburbs, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wyboston Lakes Golf Course, One Leisure St Neots and St Neots Museum. Cineworld St Neots is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Willows Training Centre Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 462 reviews
10 - Excellent
201
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 462 reviews
8 - Good
167
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 462 reviews
6 - Okay
57
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 462 reviews
4 - Poor
24
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 462 reviews
2 - Terrible
13
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
ALAN
Dec 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were polite & helpful.
Room was very clean.
I was fortunate to get a room upgrade to the Drift in, so was much spacious than expected.
Information was non existent trying to find someone to ask was also non existent it’s ok having self service check in but more signs are needed to indicate where rooms are not have sign hidden behind reception desk. Food was excellent
friendly staff especially Hannah in reservations who dealt with our amended booking. The bed was very comfy and cosy.
Breakfast was a bit disappointing- only one style of eggs - scrambled. Dinner was also very rushed with the preordered food being rushed out. Games facilities were good fun. An enjoyable stay
A nice property which was clean with ample space for storage.
A nice room though quite hot without Aircon, though there was a fan. The reception area was spacious with lots of amenities and friendly staff.
The room was very warm even though the fan was on.
The vegetarian dish halloumi salad had lots of olives which wasn’t mentioned on menu. All the staff were very efficient
Breakfast a bit pricey.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peter
Oct 1, 2023
Really lovely room and friendly staff will definitely stay here again.
Staying in the area for a wedding. Bed was comfortable, room is clean, staff are very friendly and helpful. Checked in late but was not an issue. Bar and restaurant hours were limited so we weren’t unable to use.
Lovely, clean room. It is on the small side but enough for solo traveller. Nice hotel. Spacious lobby. Good signposting to rooms. Free coffee on arrival. Only issue - no hot water. Rang to sort it out but went to voicemail so had cold shower.
Coffee machines in the corridors are a winner much easier than messing with a kettle on the room. Hotel is spotless, standard room was a little small for two people.
Will be back!
Nice place to stay.
Small bedroom, although as a solo travelling female i didn't feel comfortable having my window open so wide anyone could have climbed in, this did make me wake a few times in the night as it was too warm to leave open.
Staff could have been better to explain the facilities, and the food situation was rather confusing with no explanation, i was pretty much able to go and help myself to a 3 course buffet without payment or question from the team. I may have chosen this if i knew about it, but no information about.
Table scan option didn't work for ordering food, little disappointing had to join the busy bar que.
but the bar dishes where nice - not too much choice on the menu either