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Historic property. Nice interior design. Mitton Hall Hotel is located in the heart of fabulous Ribble Valley, 10 minutes' drive from Clitheroe, in Lancashire. This country style house hotel is set in a 15th century manor house. Clitheroe Castle is a 9-minute drive away. It offers luxury accommodation with free Wi-Fi, a bar and a brasserie. Each stunning room at Mitton Hall Hotel features a flat-screen TV, a spacious en-suite bathroom with a bath and a shower, and tea/coffee making facilities. The ancient architectural features are complimented superbly by the contemporary interior design. The brasserie menu offers an exceptional showcase of the region's produce, using the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea. The well-stocked bar is open from dawn until night, and offers a wide range of wines, liqueurs and ales. Clitheroe Golf Club is just over 3 miles away. Show full description

Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Amazing pool. With an elegant Jacobean Great Hall, this resort a features a leisure centre and traditional restaurant. Thurnham Hall Resort is a 12th-century country estate, set in nearly 30 acres of grounds in scenic Lancashire. Free WiFi is available throughout the resort. The stylish, self-catering accommodation is set in either the historic main house or in modern courtyard buildings. All apartments and studios have a satellite TV and a private bathroom. The leisure centre at Thurnham Hall Resort has a large indoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness suite. Guests can relax in the sauna and spa bath, or enjoy treatments in the beauty salon. All apartments have a kitchen/kitchenette with full self-catering facilities. Show full description

Great breakfast. In 38 acres of peaceful grounds, just 15 minutes from Chester, this beautifully preserved Edwardian manor has a fantastic restaurant, free Wi-Fi, a log fire and charming individually decorated rooms. Originally built in 1915, Inglewood Manor is a delightful country house with all the warmth and charm of a lavish family home. Fishing, walking and tennis are available in the grounds and Inglewood Manor is within easy reach of historic Chester and also offers easy access to Liverpool and Manchester. Grade II listed, the building is rich in historic character and beautiful original features, including elegant oak-panelled rooms, spacious balustraded terraces and acres of manicured lawns. There are 29 comfortable en suite rooms, including a mixture of executive and standard rooms. All rooms have glorious views and are individually decorated, with their own unique charm. The restaurant offers superb English and continental cuisine, created by a team of award-winning chefs. Show full description

Great value. Standing in 6 acres of grounds, this superb 19th century mansion house and its extensive gardens have superbly maintained their original characteristics whilst being updated to offer all modern comforts. Once home to some of Lancashire's leading dignitaries, the Astley Bank Hotel has been transformed from a private mansion house to an exclusive Hotel, Conference Centre and Restaurant. The wood traditional panelling, open-fires and old world feel contribute to its unique character. Awarded the Lancashire Life award for Hotel of the Year, Astley Bank has gained a reputation as one of the premier hotels and conference centres in the North West. .  Show full description

Unique. Comfortable beds. A haven of peace and tranquillity, this traditional English country house lies in a unique rural setting, surrounded by beautiful gardens and a 60 acre lake, yet only 12 miles from historic Chester. Set within a grand Victorian mansion, the hotel features 28 bedrooms and 8 suites, most of which enjoy spectacular views over the lakes and gardens. All rooms are beautifully appointed and individually designed, many with antique furnishings, Persian rugs and lots of extra touches to give that home-from-home feeling. The area plays host to a wide variety of activities, from shopping and sightseeing in nearby Chester, to motor racing at the nearby Oulton Park Racing Circuit, or country pursuits such as clay pigeon and laser shooting, archery and golf. For the more adventurous, hot air ballooning and off-road racing are also available nearby. Show full description

Delightful property. Superb interior design. Set in the heart of Manchester’s vibrant city centre, the grand Kimpton Clocktower offers stylish, modern rooms just a minute’s walk from Oxford Road Rail Station and The Palace Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and the ballroom is the biggest hotel event space in the North of England. Furnished with elegant decor, all of the 4-star rooms include TVs with satellite channels, private bathrooms and in-room safes. Guests can also make use of hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities. Kimpton Clocktower is situated on bustling Oxford Road, with Manchester’s huge array of shops within easy walking distance. The Manchester Arena is a 20-minute walk, while Old Trafford Stadium is 10 minutes’ drive. Manchester Airport can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Stirk House Hotel & Restaurant overlooks the historic Ribble Valley in the heart of rural Lancashire. Seasons Restaurant at Stirk House features menus inspired by the remarkable Lancashire landscape, with ingredients sourced from local, artisan producers or foraged from our own 22 acres of grounds. It is a 16th-century manor house surrounded by picturesque views of Pendle Hill, the Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales. The 12th-century Clitheroe Castle is 15 minutes’ drive from the hotel, and the Yorkshire Dales can be reached in 20 minutes by car. The building still retains a magnificent stone-arched fireplace, original ceilings and a priest hole. All of the 33 bedrooms at Stirk House reflect a commitment to comfort and combine character, style and luxury. Visitors can expect rooms equipped with all the customary modern conveniences, with the addition of tea and coffee-making facilities. Golf, fishing and hot air ballooning are all available in the Ribble Valley. Show full description

Luxurious. Outstanding SPA facilities. The Stanley House Hotel is an eclectic 17th-century manor house set in the Ribble Valley. It has a restaurant and a bar, as well as free Wi-Fi and free parking. Designed by leading spa consultants, the luxurious spa is located deep in the heart of the Stanley House Ribble Valley estate. The spa offers special therapies, activities, and massage. All the bedrooms at the Stanley have their own bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. They are decorated in rich fabrics and feature under-floor heating, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TVs. Mr Fred’s Bar and Lounge offers light dishes and a terrace. Blackburn city centre and Ramsgreave Train Station are both a 10-minute drive away from Stanley House. Preston is a 20 minutes’ drive away. It is open to both non-residents and guests of the hotel. Show full description

Charming. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Biggin Hall Hotel is a 3 star AA rated historic Grade II listed house of 17th Century origin with an AA awarded 1 rosette restaurant. It is set within 8 acres of grounds. The property is situated in the heart of the Peak District National Park, 1,000 feet above sea level, in peaceful open countryside. Our rooms are spacious and individually furnished. In addition to the 'Master Suite' - a luxurious four poster bedded room - there are 6 double / twin bedrooms and a two room suite in the main house. We have a total of 13 more rooms available in converted former outbuildings, known as our Courtyard and Garden rooms. The rooms all have Freeview TV, tea/coffee making facilities, a silent fridge & are en-suite. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the courtyard & garden rooms at no additional charge. Our restaurant serves traditional yet modern food & our menu is changed on a daily basis. In the bar, there is a choice of real ales, guest beers and a highly commended wine list. Show full description

Luxurious. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. In a stunning part of North Yorkshire, Goldsborough Hall is a stately manor that was once the home of Princess Mary, the great aunt of King Charles III. Although our accommodation is offered on a room only basis, 3 AA Rosette gourmet dining and full Yorkshire breakfast are available at an additional cost. Surrounded by beautiful grounds, with unspoilt views over parkland, the 400-year-old manor is 11 km from Harrogate. Some of the main hall suites have a Jacobean hand-carved four-poster bed, as well as an ivory leather chesterfield sofa, 50-inch plasma-screen TV, an iPod docking station and a private bathroom with a spa bath and a wireless controlled monsoon shower. Goldsborough Hall offers a grand setting that reflects its long and important history. Free WiFi is accessible throughout. Goldsborough Hall is ideal for a relaxed, romantic getaway. The Dining Room is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. However, our sister property The Bay Horse Inn will be open for food and is only a short walk away. Show full description

Close to beach front. Stunning pool facilities. Manor House Hotel and Spa is set in the countryside on the outskirts of Alsager, 10 km from the city of Stoke-on-Trent and the town of Crewe. It is also only a 5-minute drive to Junction 16 of the M6. Set around a 17th-century converted farmhouse, modernised rooms at the Manor House Hotel feature a large-screen Freeview TV and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Our Stables Bar and Grill restaurant is located in a 17th-century farmhouse building. It offers free use of a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and gym (subject to age and timing restrictions - see the hotel website for up-to-date details). Access to the spa garden/ outdoor pool is also available to book at an additional cost and can be reserved directly on the hotel website. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It has original features, including oak beams and stone fireplaces, a bar stocked full of fine wines and real ales, and a range of seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients. Popular with locals and visitors alike, it is essential to book your table. Reservations can be made on the hotel website. Dinner-inclusive rates include dinner up to the value of £35. The Manor House Hotel and Spa is a 5-minute walk from Alsager Golf Club and Alsager Train Station, with direct trains to London. Free parking is available. Chester, Birmingham, and Manchester are less than an hour’s drive away. Set on the Staffordshire-Cheshire border, the hotel is within 25 minutes drive of Nantwich, Crewe, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent, the Staffordshire Moorlands, and the Peak District National Park. Show full description

Charming. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Situated at the heart of the Peak District, The Old Hall Inn offers free Wi-Fi throughout. The quintessential English country pub is set just 15 miles from Manchester and within 10 minutes’ walk of Chinley Railway Station. This family run, 16th century inn offers en suite rooms with a flat-screen TV. Full English breakfasts and daily meals are served in the Minstrels Gallery, which connects The Old Hall Inn with the neighbouring Elizabethan manor house, Whitehough Hall. The room also includes hot drink making facilities. Some rooms are situated in the adjacent sister property, The Paper Mill Inn. The traditional country pub offers a seasonal menu with traditional favourites, prepared using local produce. The bar serves a wide selection of local ales. Chatsworth House is 20 miles away and the area of Kinder Scout offers scenic walks, just 20 minutes’ drive away. Free private parking is available. Show full description

Nice SPA. Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is an 18th-century mansion and has an award-winning cuisine, a spa, and a 27-hole championship golf complex in its grounds. There is free WiFi, free parking, and Leeds Train Station is 5 miles away. The hotel offers a warm Yorkshire welcome. Rooms also feature a flat-screen TV with cable and some Sky channels and facilities for making tea and coffee. The Claret Jug restaurant serves wholesome meals, and has stunning views of the golf course. The Calverley Grill offers fine Yorkshire dining. Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort also boasts a Golf Academy, offering personal tuition and a state-of-the-art driving range. The luxury spa has 10 treatment rooms, a fitness studio and fully equipped gym. Children aged 16 and under are welcome to use the swimming pool at the hotel during their stay as long as they are accompanied by an adult. Please note, some hotels will have designated family swimming times, please ask when you book or arrive at the hotel. For health and safety reasons, children are unable to use the gym, sauna, steam room or whirlpool, where available. Show full description

Beach front location. Luxurious. Lovely interior design. In stunning parkland, close to York, Aldwark Manor Estate is a Victorian manor house that mixes traditional style with modern bedrooms featuring free WiFi. Aldwark Manor is the ideal place to relax after sightseeing in York, Harrogate and the surrounding areas. The lounges have a terrace patio overlooking the gardens and golf course, ideal for a pre-dinner drink. Each room at the property features tea/coffee making facilities, a room service menu and a seating area. The bathrooms feature a walk in shower, and a hairdryer. Our brand new golf course is now open too, having undergone an exciting new refurbishment! Our spa and leisure facilities are now closed and undergoing redevelopment. Our new luxury spa opening in 2026. Featuring a mezzanine indoor/outdoor infinity pool; outdoor relaxation spaces, state of the art treatment rooms, themed relaxation rooms with a thermal suite including Finnish sauna, bio sauna, tepidarium, salt steam room, experience showers. Show full description

Luxurious. Wonderful SPA facilities. Set within 1000 acres of Cheshire countryside, Carden Park Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa features a modern spa, 2 championship golf courses and luxury rooms with scenic views. Just 20 minutes’ drive from Chester, there is free parking and free Wi-Fi. In a 17th-century estate, Carden Park Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa has a fitness centre with a swimming pool, gym, and treatment rooms. The elegant rooms offer private bathrooms with free toiletries and showers. Rooms also feature plasma-screen TVs with Sky channels and tea and coffee facilities. The Spa at Carden features one of the UK's largest spa gardens, with hot tubs, a panoramic sauna and an outdoor pool. This facility is bookable as a separate experience to your stay at Carden Park and also contains a restaurant, treatment rooms and an extensive indoor thermal suite. The Vines offers a gourmet dining experience featuring the very finest, fresh and locally sourced ingredients. In Redmond's you can expect a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in our brasserie-style restaurant. Morgan’s Bar serves afternoon teas, lunch and evening drinks. There is also Jack's Bar with great views over the championship golf course. Carden Park Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and has a private vineyard. Just a 20-minute drive from Wrexham, the Welsh Border is 5 minutes away. Golf facilities at Carden Park are amongst some of the best in the North of England, along with the two highly-regarded championship courses there is a clubhouse with bar, driving range and PGA golf academy featuring an advanced custom fitting studio. Show full description

Beach front location. Historic. Great pool. Renovated in 2023, this historic hotel lies within 300 acres of private parkland, a 10-minute drive from Derby. It has a spa, 18-hole golf courses, an indoor pool, and a fitness area. Free Wi-Fi is available across the hotel and not just in public areas. Bedrooms are located in the priory or country club building, with some dating back to 1260. Each room features a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Cast Iron Bar & Grill features British dishes and fine wines. Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club is just 20 minutes by car from the M1 and within easy reach of Alton Towers, which is a 45-minute drive away. Show full description

Charming. Whitley Hall Hotel is an ivy-clad, 16th century mansion that provides an elegant and romantic setting north of Sheffield city centre and just 2 miles from junction 35 of the M1. This historic and fashionable hotel has undergone a major refurbishment. It is set in beautiful gardens with mature trees and 2 small lakes. The recently opened Parker Wing offers rooms with Juliet balconies. Delicious food is served in the hotel restaurant which has been awarded an AA Rosette for its high standard of cuisine. Meadowhall Shopping Centre is just a short drive from the hotel, and the M1, M18 and M62 can be accessed easily. .  Show full description

Great location. This former coaching inn has a beautiful location less than a minute’s walk from Peveril Castle, which you can climb to enjoy breathtaking views over the Hope Valley. In the heart of the Peak District, it has free limited parking and is a 5-minute drive from Hope Rail Station. Rooms at The Castle by Innkeeper's Collection are traditionally furnished, with some retaining original features. The Castle by Innkeeper's Collection is close to 4 show caverns, where you can explore vaulted chambers, bottomless pits, gemstone mines and underground canals via boat. Each also benefits from a TV, desk and tea and coffee making facilities. Show full description

Beautiful. Superb breakfast. Where modern heritage meets a warm Derbyshire welcome. Oakhill is a beautiful Grade 2 Listed (Georgian style) house built by the Arkwright family in the mid 19th century, as a private family dwelling. The hotel is located in the stunning Derbyshire countryside, set in extensive landscaped gardens within the historic village of Cromford, in the UNESCO Derwent Valley World Heritage Site. Oakhill has four beautifully furnished suites, all with the most wonderful open views. Each is finished to an impeccable standard with original features and thoughtful heritage touches throughout. There are ten further bedrooms offering comfortable and spacious accommodation, with en-suite facilities. Derbyshire dining at its best! Experience Oakhill’s elevated take on traditional home cooking with a friendly, thoughtful service. We serve breakfast, lunches, dinners and afternoon teas. We pride ourselves on using locally sourced quality ingredients complemented by a reasonably priced comprehensive wine list. Our stylish bar and lounge and elegant dining room overlook our beautiful garden. We can cater for any family celebration including weddings. Please note: Due to us being a Grade II listed building this means that our rooms, and grounds are not suitable for customers with mobility issues. We do advise you to call reception to discuss this further. Show full description

Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Located in the pretty village of Burnsall, The Devonshire Fell Hotel lies on the edge of the Bolton Abbey Estate, nestled among rolling hills, country lanes and dry stone walls. The property has free WiFi and there is free parking. Many ancient castles, country houses and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are within a 30-minute drive. There are 16 bedrooms at the Devonshire Fell, each boasting their own individual character, with many affording breathtaking views of Yorkshire countryside. The reception area and bar is vibrant and cosy, with colourful armchairs where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can relax in the 2AA Rosettes restaurant and soak up the striking views as they dine on mouth-watering dishes made using locally sourced produce. The local area is a paradise for walkers and their dogs, which can be accommodated at an extra fee. Show full description