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coast and country t h e h o t e l c o l l e c t i o n

I n t r o d u c t i o n

Welcome to the Showcase Coast and Countryside Hotel Collection.

This book represents some of the finest and most inspiring hotels in the UK.

The H o t e l sAmber ley Cast le

Ashford Cast le

Belmont Le Manoir auxQuat ’Sa issons

Brockett Hal l

Chateau Rhianfa

Chewton Glen

Cl iveden

Croml ix

Combe House Hotel

Drakes of Br ighton

Great Foster s

Hel l Bay

Holbeck Gyhl l

Inver lochy Cast le

Llangoed Hal l

Longuevi l le Manor

Lower Slaughter Manor

Lucknam Par k

Old Government House

Old Swan and Minster Mi l l ,

Summer Lodge Hotel

The Car y Arms

The Er iska Hotel ,

The Gi lp in Hotel and Spa

The Headland Hotel

The Old Swan and Minster Mi l l

The Old Quay House

The Scar let

C o u n t r y H o u s e H o t e l s

The C o u n t r y C o l l e c t i o n

Gidleigh Park, Belmont Le Manoir aux Quat’Saissons, Cliveden, Chewton Glen, Lucknam Park, Inverlochy Castle, Cromlix,

Combe House, Ashford Castle, Brockett Hall, Amberley Castle, Lower Slaughter Manor, Great Fosters,

The Old Swan and Minster Mill, Llangoed Hall, Longueville Manor, The Gilpin Hotel and Spa.

The C o a s t a l C o l l e c t i o n

The Scarlet, The Cary Arms, Hell Bay, Drakes of Brighton, Chateau Rhianfa, The Headland Hotel,

Holbeck Gyhll, Old Government House, Summer Lodge Hotel, The Eriska Hotel,

The Old Quay House.

The Wes t Coun t r y

Combe House HotelGidleigh Park

The Cary ArmsThe Old Quay House

The ScarletThe Headland Hotel

The Bath Prior y

C o m b e H o u s e

Rooms: 16 including 3 suites

Food: Fine dining with the best locally sourced produce.

Rates: Double rooms from £179.00

Facilities: Restored Victorian kitchen gardens, woodlands and orchards.

Setting: South Devon haven.

‘Most Excellent Innovation in Sustainable Hospitality’

from Condé Nast Johansen 2010 and a Gold Award

from the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

In addition, Combe House was awarded Devon Hotel

of the year 2010. The recent restoration of the large

Victorian Kitchen Gardens has helped us to underpin

and communicate everything that is special to Combe

House Devon.

An Elizabethan countr y manor full of histor y, yet infor-

mal and relaxed, surrounded by gardens that provide

our chefs with wonderful seasonal produce to create

menus for a restaurant with great food and genuine

hospitality.

Ken and Ruth have been passionate about the prov-

enance of the produce that makes its way into the

kitchen from the day that they arrived.

“Somewhere different. Somewhere special”

Combe House Devon is a hotel and restaurant in equal measure, with good food a central part of the Combe House experience. The

restaurant is home to Masterchefs of Great Britain, Hadleigh Barrett and Stuart Brown, who create contemporary British dishes using the

finest local produce and home-grown herbs, fruit and vegetables from the restored kitchen gardens and leading local producers.

Running Combe House Devon has become for the Hunts more a way of life than a mere business. Their greatest pleasure is when their

guests ‘feel at home’ and don’t want to go. “If you’re comfortable, we are,

We look forward to meeting you soon.”

Ken & Ruth Hunt

C o m b e H o u s e

Gittisham, Honiton, Nr Exeter, Devon, EX14 3AD

Tel: 01404 540400

[email protected] combehousedevon.com

G i d l e i g h Pa r k






Arriving for the first time, as you round the corner of the

long and winding drive from the distance appears Gidleigh

Park the quintessential Country House Hotel, nestled in

a wooded valley within the natural beauty of the wilds of

Dar tmoor, the location is breathtaking. As if by magic on

arrival one of the team will be waiting to greet you and

stepping inside you realise you really are somewhere very

special. The elegance of the house is reminiscent of a fea-

ture from a glossy magazine, traditional style and contem-

porary touches.

The house is a backdrop to show case an eclectic ar t and

antique collection that exudes country house charm. The

views of course are something else altogether taking in the

gardens and grounds of the estate and the river running

through.

The journey to Gidleigh is of course so often made by

those seeking to enjoy one of the finest dining experi-

ences in the UK. Gidleigh Park is home to the much loved

Two Michelin Star Chef Michael Caines, MBE. Gidleigh has

long been an aspirational dining venue and year on year as

the awards continue to roll in this does not wane. Michael

continues to develop his cuisine using the very finest local

produce and his exceptional culinary skills to great appre-

ciation.

As one would expect the dining experience is matched

with one of the finest cellars in the UK, holding over 1,000

bins under the exper tise guidance of Master Sommelier,

Edouard Oger.

Adding to the overall experience the bedrooms at Gidleigh

Park afford exceptional luxury. Individual in style and de-

sign, they feature the most stunning bathrooms, wet rooms

and spa suites that inspire a true sense of indulgence.

G i d l e i g h Pa r k

Chagford, Devon TQ13 8HHTel: 01647 432367

[email protected] www.gidleigh.com

The C a r y A r ms






The Car y Arms, a stylish inn located r ight on the beach in Babbacombe Devon, exudes the charm and character istics of an English inn,

yet the sophistication and luxur y of a hotel.

Eight rooms provide sea facing luxur y accommodation, with a fur ther four conver ted fisherman’s cottages available to rent, all with

impressive sitting rooms and fully-equipped kitchens. Perfect for families or small groups wishing to spend some quality time together.

Each cottage is set within its own garden all with sweeping sea-views and views of Por tland Bill and beyond. Back in the Car y an

antique-filled saloon with a coastal theme provides a cosy place to cur l up beside the fire with a good book.

The historic inn, a de Savar y Proper ty, is well-known for its fr iendly style and high-quality seaside gastro-pub style food. Head Chef Ben

Kingdon changes his menus daily, with coast and countr y reflected in equal measure. As the colder months approach, Ben takes joy in

creating a range of wintr y dishes utilizing the ver y best of local seasonal ingredients.

Available now is the new Winter Gastro Package. A two-day experience allows guests the chance to enjoy a diverse mix of top-class

cuisine, from the Car y’s gastro pub fare , to the Michelin-starred Elephant - a two-storey restaurant over looking Torquay’s harbour,

offer ing diners top-class food and ser vice without the formalities.

Oddicombe Beach Hill, Babbacombe, South Devon TQ1 3LX

Tel: 01803 327110

[email protected] www.caryarms.co.uk

The C a r y A r ms

T h e H e a d l a n d






Behind the dramatic red brick facade, the Victorian grandeur continues,

welcoming guests and non residents into a relaxed home from home,

complete with roaring fires, comfy sofas, contented dogs, an excellent dining

experience and panoramic views. The Headland’s 5-star self catering cottages

are also utterly unique; here guests can enjoy the space and freedom of their

own contemporary cottage by the sea with the added benefits afforded by

a luxury hotel right next door. Incredible views, delicious food and relaxed

elegance – you might even want to enjoy a sunset first with some alfresco

fizz! Our secret is to use carefully selected, fresh, locally sourced produce

to create innovative dishes, cooked to perfection. Friendly, yet elegant, great

service and a stunning location complete the recipe. If you desire good food

and privacy, you’re very welcome to choose to enjoy your meal in your room.

The Headland is a fabulous example of late Victorian architecture in a truly

stunning location. Surrounded by the raw beauty of the Cornish coast on

three sides, the views are simply breathtaking. Wild Atlantic rollers pound

the shore while The Headland towers regally above, surveying the golden

sands, marram grass and rocks dividing land and sea; floor to ceiling windows

bring this panorama to your dining table. When work commenced there was

immediate opposition from the local fishermen, who claimed the hotel was

being built on common land they had used to dry their nets for generations.

Feelings ran high and local workmen were intimidated into stopping work.

One night a group came up from the town and pulled down the foundation

walls, burned the scaffolding and threw the foreman’s hut into the sea. The

Newquay Riots, as they were known, resulted in several men being fined and

all work grinding to a halt. Two hundred unemployed miners from Redruth

were recruited because the locals were unwilling to return to the site, and as

the new workers arrived in Newquay, traction engines equipped with steam

hoses were used to keep the resentful natives at bay.

“Whe the r r e l ax in g in the s an c tuar y o f y ou r r o om, o r mak ing the mo s t o f ou r e x c e l l en t f ac i l i t i e s , y ou r s t a y w i th u s w i l l l e av e n o th in g bu t happ y memor i e s ”

Fistral Beach, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EWTel: 01637 872211

[email protected] www.headlandhotel.co.uk

The H e a d l a n d






S u m m e r Lo d g e

Welcome to Summer Lodge, an exquisite example of intimate countr y house

charm, at its 5 star finest. The Grade II Listed proper ty sits elegantly within the

glorious countr yside and picturesque village of Evershot, Dorsetshire. Famous for

stunning surroundings, our area featured prominently in Thomas Hardy novels. In

fact, when you arrive here you will feel a sense of nostalgia for a time past, yet

this has remained beautifully preserved and alive at Summer Lodge. Transform

into character as a lady or gentleman of a bygone era, who would escape the city

to revel in the delights of the countr yside. We are situated in 4 acres of perfectly

manicured grounds and with just 24 superbly appointed rooms, Summer Lodge is

a rarity in providing all the countr y house hotel character and comfor ts; whilst on

a desirable small scale.

Expect to find English traditions upheld, with high standards and impeccable ser-

vice at every turn. Care has been taken to combine all the comfor ts and modern

luxuries one would expect, whilst respecting and complementing the histor y of

a proper ty of this calibre. You will find period tables and chairs, polished floors,

crisp white napkins and antique silver, but you can also be connected to the

outside world with internet connections and televisions.

We pride ourselves on being an award winning, Relais & Chateaux proper ty

, ranking amongst the finest countr y house hotels in England. We believe the

thoughtful touches make all the difference. Feel special with a ready-drawn can-

dlelit bath, fresh fruit selection and attentive staff that will greet you personally.

With an award-winning restaurant and sommelier, we are confident that our first

class facilities will leave you with memories to treasure. Summer Lodge countr y

house hotel is a fine Georgian listed house in the picturesque village of Evershot,

West Dorset. The privately owned Relais & Châteaux countr y house hotel is set

in 4 acres, offers facilities such as croquet lawn, heated indoor pool, all-weather

tennis cour t, spa facilities and an award-winning restaurant. The hotel adjoins a

600 acre deer park offering excellent walking and an abundance of wildlife and

flowers throughout the year.

Built in 1798 as a dower house by the 2nd Ear l of Ilchester, the proper ty was

enlarged in 1893 with a second floor added by the 6th Ear l who commissioned

his fr iend and local author, Thomas Hardy, (an architect by profession) to draw up

the plans. The house was fur ther modernised in 1932 by the last Ear l to live in

Dorset, when as Lord Stavordale, he brought his bride to live at Summer Lodge.

When Margaret and Nigel Corbett purchased the proper ty in 1979, they became

only the second owners in near ly two centuries. At that time, the 12 bedroomed

proper ty with dilapidated outbuildings, had been empty for 3 years. Within 7

weeks, they had conver ted Summer lodge into a hotel and their private home -

with eight bedrooms. The first guests paid £10.50 for dinner, bed and breakfast.

In 1988, the stables and coach house were conver ted into bedrooms and an all-

weather tennis cour t and heated pool were added. In 1991, the Dining Room was

enlarged and remodelled to compliment the Thomas Hardy designed Drawing

Room with its full length sash windows. The hotel became a member of Relais

& Chateaux. In 2003 the hotel came under new ownership with a complete

refurbishment in order and is now receiving guests from all over who continually

comment on its magnificence.

9 Fore Street, Evershot, Dorset, DT2 0JR

Tel: 01935 48 2000

[email protected] summerlodgehotel.co.uk

S u m me r Lo d g e

The Sou th Eas t

Drakes HotelAmberley CastleChewton Glen

Drakes Hotel






Welcome to drakes of Brighton, a stunning hotel on the seafront that combines breathtaking design with warm, fr iendly ser vice and all the contemporary amenities that

one would expected in a five star hotel. From the 20 individually designed bedrooms to the sea front Cocktail bar, from the restaurant to its unbeatable location, drakes is

true to its original premise: to deliver the best of everything.

At the very hear t of the drakes philosophy is the desire to see guests as fr iends coming to stay. drakes is never stuffy or formal, but is about relaxed glamour, an escape from

everyday life, and total relaxation. Created by award-winning architect Michael Phillips and designed by Tim Shepherd, drakes is more like an exquisite home than a hotel,

with colours and textures that stimulate the senses, from natural woods, rich brocades and heavy linens in slate grey, olive green and the signature dark rich red. Two listed

Georgian townhouses have been completely stripped to create a unique, intimate space spread over four floors, where drakes has 20 bespoke rooms, most with superb

sea-views, to the east of Brighton Marina and to the west of Palace Pier. Bedrooms are defined by European elm doors which can be reached via a magnificent sweeping,

cantilevered staircase, with no anonymous sprawling corridors.

The individually designed rooms each have a character of their own, from the 25 square metre triple aspect circular room with free-standing bath set in front of the floor to

ceiling windows, which offer breathtaking sea views, to the more intimate top floor attic rooms with balconies. All rooms have wet-rooms for long, indulgent showers. Once

in the room, divine Egyptian cotton sheets and velvet throws cocoon and cosset, ensuring a sweet night’s sleep. The rooms also provide state of the ar t technology for those

who can’t escape too far from the madding crowd: all en-suite rooms are fully air conditioned and finished to the highest standards with flat screen satellite televisions, state

of the ar t DVD players, music systems with a CD librar y and wireless broadband connection.

The lounge bar on the ground floor is available to all and offers a comprehensive list of cocktails and long drinks served from two discreet drinks dispensaries. The classical

open space echoes the decadence of a past era, with fabulous drinks trolleys and cabinets built into wall columns, giving a modern take on a relaxed private members’ club.

Guests will be delighted with the drinks lockers, whilst hosts will be on hand 24 hours for residents to top up drinks and really make them feel at home. drakes is placed in

an ideal seafront location in the hear t of Brighton. Brighton Pier, the Royal Pavilion, the Brighton Conference Centre and The Lanes are all less than five minutes walk away,

Gatwick Airpor t less than half an hour by car or train, and London only 50 minutes by train.


Tel: 01404 540400


Drakes of Brighton

Amberley Castle

Amberley Castle






A stunning unique hotel, a castle of over 900 years of age offering luxury accommodation, sumptuous interiors, indulgent dining and a very

large amount of history and heritage in the South Downs less than an hours drive from London. Amberley Castle has years of history to

discover but most recently it has served as an intimate luxury hotel offering 19 rooms, many of which sit within the castle walls, interiors are

traditional in style befitting such a grand heritage.

Exploring the grounds you are literally walking in the steps of former Kings and Queens of England, Doves fly overhead and the mighty por t-

cullis reminds you of where you are, it is all just a little bit magical. Surprises are found in abundance at Amberley Castle, and Mistletoe Lodge

is one of the most delightful, a tree house hidden away amongst the poplar trees and only accessible via rope bridge. This romantic retreat

can be booked exclusively for dinner for two, is licensed for wedding ceremonies or on quiet days is just a delightful place to be lost for a few

hours. Banquets and feasting may be a par t of the Castle’s history but today the dining experience is rather more subtle, delivering fine cuisine

in elegant surroundings matched to an excellent selection of wines and served with immense style.

The other surprises? We recommend you visit Amberley yourself to discover them, you wont be disappointed.

Amberley Castle


Tel: 01404 540400


Amberley Castle

The Co t sw o ld s







Lower Slaughter Manor, is the epitome of country

house chic, contemporary interiors blend elegantly

with the backdrop of an exceptional 17th Century

Manor House to create a stylish Cotswold retreat.

Regarded as one of the prettiest and most romantic

villages in the Cotswolds, Lower Slaughter is the

perfect location for an indulgent break.

The Manor house naturally plays to the village

reputation and offers bedrooms that are sumptu-

ous, luxurious and decadently romantic, choose

from four poster beds, suites with private hot tubs

and feature bathrooms. Add in dinner by candle-

light, afternoon tea for two and leisurely walks and

you have all the ingredients for the ultimate ro-

mantic escape. Ideally located to explore the wider

Cotswolds area, on foot you can walk to Bour ton-

on-the-Water and Upper Slaughter, a shor t drive

away are some of the most well known Cotswold

Market Towns, Moreton-in-Marsh, Chipping Camden

and Broadway. These picture perfect country towns

are filled with antique shops and unique boutiques

ideal for browsing and whiling away the time.

For the more adventurous walkers we can offer

challenging routes and stout boots with the prom-

ise of hear ty sustenance on your return. Whatever

brings you to the Cotswolds, Lower Slaughter

Manor provides the perfect place to stay.



Tel: 01404 540400



Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons






Created by celebrated chef Raymond Blanc OBE, Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons is renowned for offering one of Britain’s finest gastronomic experiences. Situated in the pictur-

esque Oxfordshire village of Great Milton, it is also one of the country’s most intimate and original hotels, with 32 individually designed guest rooms and suites. The hotel was awarded

two Michelin stars in 1985, just a year after opening, and, remarkably, has held them ever since. Surrounded by lawns, flower borders and orchards, the luxury hotel enjoys an idyllic, typi-

cally English setting. But beyond the eye-catching displays are vegetable and herb gardens that provide the kitchen—and the acclaimed Raymond Blanc Cookery School—with ultra-fresh,

organic produce, ensuring the Michelin-star restaurant remains at the cutting edge of culinary excellence.



Tel: 01404 540400



The Lake Di s t r i c t

Holbeck Ghyll






Often voted one of the most spectacular places on ear th, it’s no surprise the English Lake District welcomes nearly 16million visitors each year. Of those, the most discern-

ing stay at Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel, where we work hard to ensure our standards are worthy of the breathtaking countryside around us. This region is home to

England’s deepest lake, Wastwater ; the highest mountain, Scafell Pike and the longest lake, Windermere - and it’s overlooking this 10.5mile stretch of water that Holbeck Ghyll

proudly sits, offering views that have been voted among the top 15 in the world by revered travel writer Andrew Harper. Covering 885 square miles, the Lake District is not

only England’s largest national park but a melting pot of culture and ar t that is just waiting to be explored - be it with a rucksack on your back containing a picnic from our

Michelin Star kitchens; in the comfor t of a classic E-Type Jag, hired exclusively through our concierge team; or from water, on one of many lake cruises we can arrange. Our

luxury Lake District getaway is more like a beautiful private home than a hotel, with no two of our richly-appointed rooms the same. Whether you choose to sink into an

armchair by the inglenook fireplace with the morning’s newspaper, or rest your fell-weary limbs in one of the sumptuous lounges overlooking the Lake District in all its glory,

you’ll find the perfect spot to recharge your batteries. As well as 13 beautiful rooms and suites in the main house, there are a fur ther six exquisite rooms in The Lodge, two

luxury cottages, two fabulous suites and our splendid Miss Potter suite where Hollywood star Renée Zellweger lived during filming of the movie about Beatrix Potter’s life.

All our bedrooms, suites and lodges have been done the Holbeck Ghyll way. That means you can enjoy an intoxicating view over Windermere that has been voted among the

top 15 in the world, decanters of locally-distilled damson gin, fresh flowers, luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets and robes, private terraces and even a hot tub or two. Families

and groups are perfectly-catered for in our beautiful cottages while many of the fabulous rooms in The Lodge can be inter-connecting.


Tel: 01404 540400


Holbeck Ghyll

Holbeck Ghyll

I r e land

Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle






Caring comes easily to those of us who have the privilege of

working in and on the magnificent estate of Ashford Castle. And

because we care we wish to share this proud tradition with you our

guest. From the laying of the first stone in 1228 by the de Burgo

family through the philanthropy of Lord and Lady Ardilaun in the

19th century, there has been a seamless joining of ancient history

with the luxury of a modern hotel. This is what has made Ashford a

byword for excellence throughout Ireland – and beyond.

The very pinpoints of light that glint from the glorious surface of

Lough Corrib, Ireland’s second largest lake, seems to reflect not

only the story but the personality of these blue waters. The view

across the Lough has not changed in six thousand years. These

shores still remember the ancient hunters who once dwelt there

while welcoming the newer guests that come to take full advantage

of the many amenities afforded by the castle. There is the bountiful

fishing from a lake that also gives our guests the opportunity to

sample some island hopping or a wonderful leisurely cruise. George

Moore, who stayed at Ashford during the 1880s, remembered “the

fairy-like silences” and that the “noble wilderness, the wild outlines

of the guardian mountains which arise are as still and calm as the

visions of an Icelandic god, and in the exquisite clarity every detail

is visible.” There is our challenging golf course, and for those wishing

to learn the basics in the Art of Falconry the hotel provides this

special experience. Archery, clay-pigeon shooting, and from the

equestrian centre cross-country riding may also be enjoyed. Both

male and female guests can enjoy our health and beauty rooms. In

keeping with our desire to care for both our guests and the castle

we have replanted hundreds of majestic Oak, Beech and Chestnuts.

The result is that, working from the original maps, the famous

Woodland Walk is once again open. Indeed, when it was decided in

1996 to restore Lady Ardilaun’s gardens to their original splendour,

a service was done not only to the estate but to all who care about

the beauty of Ireland’s countryside. In the hotel itself you will find

our various dining rooms can cater to whatever your culinary needs

of the moment are, with many of the ingredients coming fresh

from the estate itself. Whether you wish to visit the award-winning

Connaught Room or the George V dining-room in order to enjoy

the marvellous views of the lake, we will do our utmost to ensure

that your visit is a memorable one. The Drawing Room offers an

all-day menu, including our renowned afternoon tea, while in our

informal Bistro, Cullens at the Cottage guests can enjoy a large

menu featuring fish, lobster fresh from the tank, steaks and more.

Pre-dinner drinks can be enjoyed in our Prince of Wales cocktail

bar and post-dinner drinks and entertainment in our world famous

Dungeon Bar.

In addition Ashford Castle has retained the charm and dignity of

its original architecture. It is a visual feast where you will be able

to enjoy everything from Waterford chandeliers and Roccoco gilt

mirrors to the sight of a carved Dante looking benignly down at

you from the walls. Whether you seek out the exhilarating feeling

of its regal open spaces or the more cosy and intimate corners, our

professional and friendly staff will be there to care for you, and to

share with you their experience and their knowledge of Ashford

Castle and Estate.

Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle


Tel: 01404 540400


Guernse y

The Old Government House







The most famous hotel in the Channel Islands is steeped in history

and staying here is a truly unique experience. With impeccable staff

and service levels, our hotel proudly lives by its motto where “No

request is too large, no detail too small”

The Old Government House Hotel and Spa has operated as

a hotel since 1858 but its history dates back to 1796 when

it was the official Governor’s residence for the island and the

Bailiwick, which includes Alderney, Herm and Sark, until 1842.

The last Lieutenant Governor to use it, as Government House,

was General Sir James Douglas, after whom one of our modern

meeting rooms is now named. John Gardner purchased the prop-

erty and launched it formally as Old Government House in 1858

where it was quickly established within Victorian society as “An old

and comfortable country mansion”. The hotel has been extended

and modernised but has never lost its character and charm. There

was one period when the life of the hotel changed. That was from

1940 to 1945, when the Germans occupied it as their General

Staff Headquarters. The war over, great alterations were made. The

hotel was enlarged and refurbished, yet its unique atmosphere of

dignity and good fellowship remained and these qualities are as

evident today as they were in the Gardner’s time.

In 1957 Old Government House Hotel was honoured by the pres-

ence of Her Majesty the Queen at luncheon. She and the Duke of

Edinburgh were the guests of the States of Guernsey, whose Bailiff,

Sir Ambrose Sherwill, received them as the Royal Standard was

hoisted. Several islanders were presented and the Bailiff proposed

the loyal toast. The meal, needless to say, was fit for a Queen.

In March 2008, also our 150th anniversary year, the hotel was

acquired by The Red Carnation Hotel Collection. They undertook

a substantial refurbishment, but making sure to retain the fine

character and heritage of this, Guernsey’s most historic hotel. The

OGH has 63 elegantly stylish rooms and suites, each individually

designed to cater for a wide range of tastes and requirements. All

have recently benefitted from a major refurbishment – whilst the

decor is in keeping with the historic nature of the building, every

room and suite includes all those modern comforts you’d expect,

from en-suite bath and shower to air-conditioning, tea and coffee

making facilities as well as an in-room safe.

All rooms and suites are also fitted with televisions that offer cable

television, pay per view movies and radio. Complimentary internet

access is provided throughout the hotel, in all rooms and public

areas. Guests without a laptop can access the internet through their

television in each room, plus the hotel also includes an internet cafe.

The Old Government House Hotel has maintained an excellent

reputation for superb dining and a remarkable cellar for longer than

anyone can remember.

From hearty breakfasts to light snacks and al fresco lunches to

exquisite dinners, Chef and his team provide guests with a succes-

sion of delightfully presented treats, prepared from the finest local

ingredients. The hotel, not surprisingly, boasts two AA Rosettes and a

Gold Award from VisitGuernsey.



Tel: 01404 540400



I s l e o f Sc i l l y

Hell Bay






Welcome to Hell Bay, our award winning hotel on the beautiful island of

Br yher on the Isles of Scilly. Set in a picturesque cove facing the Atlantic

Ocean, Hell Bay offers families and couples a fr iendly and private oasis

to relax and spend quality time together and to enjoy the wild, natural

delights of Br yher and the other islands of Scilly.

Set in our own grounds, we have 25 suites, all beautifully appointed with

Lloyd Loom furniture and Malabar fabrics. Rooms and public spaces

also boast works by some of Cornwall’s leading ar tists. We have a

large terrace, where you can enjoy a long leisurely lunch or drink while

taking in the extraordinar y views. A sunset deck to take in the stunning

sunsets over Gweal Hill, perfect for that romantic moment with a glass

of Champagne. Our bar, restaurant and crab shack menus include a wide

selection of local and seasonal food. There is a spa treatment room,

heated outside swimming pool and tennis cour t, and we even have our

own chickens should you fancy collecting your breakfast eggs in the

morning. Hell Bay is the highest rated hotel and restaurant on the Isles

of Scilly, with three AA rosettes. Although the hotel has a fr iendly and

informal atmosphere, we pride ourselves on our high service levels and

attention to detail. We are here to help you make the most of your

time with us, whether you spend your day within the hotel or opt for

activities elsewhere on Bryher or on neighbouring islands.

The hotel is on Bryher, which is the smallest of the inhabited islands

of Scilly measuring only about half a square mile. There are a couple

of dozen houses dotted around, the Fraggle Rock bar and a small shop

and deli. The island is vir tually traffic free and is criss-crossed with paths

and tracks that take you up over the grassy and rocky knolls and to the

deser ted sandy beaches that make up much of the coastline. Br yher’s

closest neighbour is the island of Tresco, where you can find the famous

Abbey Garden in addition to a pub, delicatessen and restaurant. Tresco

is owned by the Dorrien Smith family, who also own Hell Bay.

Hell Bay


Tel: 01404 540400


Hell Bay

Sco t land






Isle of Eriska Hotel

Welcome to Hell Bay, our award winning hotel on the beautiful island of

Br yher on the Isles of Scilly. Set in a picturesque cove facing the Atlantic

Ocean, Hell Bay offers families and couples a fr iendly and private oasis

to relax and spend quality time together and to enjoy the wild, natural

delights of Br yher and the other islands of Scilly.

Set in our own grounds, we have 25 suites, all beautifully appointed with

Lloyd Loom furniture and Malabar fabrics. Rooms and public spaces

also boast works by some of Cornwall’s leading ar tists. We have a

large terrace, where you can enjoy a long leisurely lunch or drink while

taking in the extraordinar y views. A sunset deck to take in the stunning

sunsets over Gweal Hill, perfect for that romantic moment with a glass

of Champagne. Our bar, restaurant and crab shack menus include a wide

selection of local and seasonal food. There is a spa treatment room,

heated outside swimming pool and tennis cour t, and we even have our

own chickens should you fancy collecting your breakfast eggs in the

morning. Hell Bay is the highest rated hotel and restaurant on the Isles

of Scilly, with three AA rosettes. Although the hotel has a fr iendly and

informal atmosphere, we pride ourselves on our high service levels and

attention to detail. We are here to help you make the most of your

time with us, whether you spend your day within the hotel or opt for

activities elsewhere on Bryher or on neighbouring islands.

Welcome to Hell Bay, our award winning hotel on the beautiful island of Br yher on the Isles of Scilly. Set in a picturesque cove facing the Atlantic Ocean, Hell Bay offers families and

couples a fr iendly and private oasis to relax and spend quality time together and to enjoy the wild, natural delights of Br yher and the other islands of Scilly. Set in our own grounds,

we have 25 suites, all beautifully appointed with Lloyd Loom furniture and Malabar fabrics. Rooms and public spaces also boast works by some of Cornwall’s leading ar tists. We have

a large terrace, where you can enjoy a long leisurely lunch or drink while taking in the extraordinar y views. A sunset deck to take in the stunning sunsets over Gweal Hill, perfect

for that romantic moment with a glass of Champagne. Our bar, restaurant and crab shack menus include a wide selection of local and seasonal food. There is a spa treatment room,

heated outside swimming pool and tennis cour t, and we even have our own chickens should you fancy collecting your breakfast eggs in the morning. Hell Bay is the highest rated hotel

and restaurant on the Isles of Scilly, with three AA rosettes. Although the hotel has a fr iendly and informal atmosphere, we pride ourselves on our high service levels and attention to

detail. We are here to help you make the most of your time with us, whether you spend your day within the hotel or opt for activities elsewhere on Bryher or on neighbouring islands.

Isle of Eriska


Tel: 01404 540400


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Great Fosters

Great Fosters is a Grade One listed building set amongst 50 acres of stunning gardens

and parkland in Egham, Surrey. Immaculately preser ved, this stately historic monument

boasts an enviable location close to Heathrow, the M25 and M4 and near Windsor,

Wentwor th, Staines and Virginia Water. This luxur y romantic hotel in Surrey provides

the perfect setting for a wedding with infinite oppor tunities for stunning photographs.

The hotel is a historic wedding venue, offer ing a choice of pr ivate rooms including a

14th centur y Tithe Barn. It also has a licence for outside ceremonies to be conducted

on the lawn by the Saxon moat.

The hotel also provides a unique luxurious retreat for meetings and conferences located

minutes from the M3 and M25, and conveniently near to Heathrow, Egham, Staines and

Cher tsey. Over looking an historic walled garden, offering tranquil seclusion, The Coach

House has been exclusively designed to combine state-of-the-ar t conference facilities

with luxurious accommodation. The Tudor Room at Great Fosters offers fine dining and

peer less ser vice from a dedicated hospitality team, whilst The Estate Grill is a reflection

of our commitment to providing locally sourced, more ingredient-led food whilst being

surrounded by the best of British ar t. The Cocktail Bar, Drawing Room and Terrace,

which over looks the estate, ser ve some of the most delicious light lunches and afternoon

tea in Surrey. A luxury hotel near Heathrow, Windsor and Staines that combines genuine

historical acclaim with a gracious setting, modern amenities and discreet ser vice.

More than four centuries of celebrated histor y have enriched Great Fosters with a

remarkable heritage. Probably built as a royal hunting lodge in 1550 and ver y much

a stately home since then, Great Fosters is now a prestigious 43 bedroom hotel.

Sympathetically conver ted in the 1930s by the Sutcliffe family, who are still its current

custodians, the hotel possesses a plethora of original details and features including

mullioned windows, Jacobean fireplaces, a rare oakwell staircase, authentic tapestr ies

and moulded ceilings.

In 1918, the Hon Gerald Samuel Montagu purchased Great Fosters and commissioned

the famous architect W H Romaine-Walker to conver t the house to the Elizabethan

design that it honours to this day. W H Romaine-Walker and Gilber t Jenkins worked

together to establish the exceptional gardens, with their clipped yew hedges, knot

garden and archer y pavilion. Over the years, the grounds have been extended, restored

and enhanced, but aside from their scenic and floral acclaim they also boast historical

renown in their own r ight, with features such as the Drake sundial, which historians

suggest may have been donated by Sir Francis Drake. Today the gardens offer a stunning

setting for a romantic wedding and is an idyllic place for visitors to relax in pr ivacy.

They feature a Saxon moat with wister ia draped Japanese bridge leading to a sunken

rose garden, grassed amphitheatre , four secret gardens and a lake.


Tel: 01404 540400


Great Fosters

Great Fosters

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