Let’s address the elephant in the room: Premier Inn standards. The Newbury branch is immaculate. Like, “you could eat a full English off the floor” immaculate. But I dare you to look under the bed. Go on. There’s usually a single sock, a forgotten Lego brick, and the ghost of a previous guest’s holiday. You’ve been warned.
Weather Warning: The Newbury Microclimate
Here’s a shocking fact: Newbury has its own microclimate. I’m not making this up. The town sits in a valley that traps clouds, so it can be raining outside while you’re enjoying a sunny breakfast. Pack a brolly, a jumper, and a sense of humor. You’ll need all three.