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Egypt Mill in Nailsworth is a converted historic mill that now operates as a hotel and restaurant, offering a genuine base for exploring the Stroud Valley.
The building itself repays careful examination for its architecture. You're looking at a structure with origins in the 14th century, though most of what survives dates from the 16th century when it functioned as a working cloth mill. That industrial heritage is evident in the building's structure and character throughout.
The hotel maintains its distinctive personality, and the restaurant serves genuinely good food, drawing on local suppliers. You can eat by the riverside, which considerably enhances the experience. It's an atmospheric place for a meal whether you're staying overnight or simply stopping by for dinner.
Nailsworth is a functioning market town with independent shops, galleries, and cafes running up its steep high street. There's a real community here rather than anything designed purely for visitors. From Egypt Mill, you're well positioned to venture into the surrounding countryside, with the Five Valleys providing excellent walking routes. Stroud, a larger market town, sits just a few miles away and merits a visit for its independent traders and Wednesday farmers market.
If industrial heritage, good cooking, and an authentic Cotswolds town atmosphere appeal to you, this makes a worthwhile place to stay.
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