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CLASSIC HOTELS IN THE UK
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Staying at our hotels, you will enjoy the kind of comfort and service
most often associated with a bygone era, along with every modern
amenity. Our aim is to ensure that each of our guests enjoys the tradition
of hospitality that was the distinguishing mark of all the great British
country houses of the past.
Head Office:
Dumbleton Hall
Dumbleton, nr Evesham
Worcestershire
WR11 7TS
T 01386 882621
F 01386 882619
E [email protected]
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Wedding ceremonies, receptions, private and corporate parties and
conferences can be catered for at each of our hotels where the beautiful
grounds and buildings provide the perfect setting for any occasion.
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Central Reservations 0800 433 4581
Dumbleton Hall
Dumbleton, nr Evesham
Worcestershire
WR11 7TS
T 01386 881240
F 01386 882142
E [email protected]
DUMBLETON HALL
www.dumbletonhall.co.uk
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Set in the beautiful Worcestershire countryside, this impressive mansion
offers a warm welcome with its magnificent oak-panelled lounge,
comfortable bar with further lounge, and restaurant, all with views over
the private gardens and woodlands.
Dumbleton Hall Hotel is a traditional 19th century Manor House set in
19 acres of gardens with their own private lake. The hotel has stunning
views of the Vale of Evesham and across to the Cotswolds.
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Conferences
At Dumbleton Hall we have three conference
rooms that can cater for meetings with 2 to 100
delegates. Our grounds provide an additional
resource for teambuilding exercises. We would
welcome the opportunity to discuss your
individual needs and any special offers available
at the time of your enquiry.
The 34 en suite bedrooms have remote control
colour television with Freeview and radio, direct
dial telephone, hairdryer and hospitality tray.
Weddings
Dumbleton Hall is a unique and breathtaking
venue for wedding parties. The hotel is licensed
for Civil Marriages, Civil Partnerships and
Naming Ceremonies in three function suites,
the largest accommodating up to a maximum of
100 persons. The rear grounds are ideal to hold
a marquee.
Leisure
Situated on the western edge of the Cotswolds,
an easy drive to Cheltenham, Malvern, Worcester,
Stratford-upon-Avon and the many secluded
villages of the area. Dumbleton gives you
the perfect base from which to explore in all
directions. The hotel is often busy with weddings
at weekends so you may enjoy a more peaceful
midweek break.
Dining
Experience the delights of our Cedar Tree
Restaurant offering freshly prepared food
purchased from many local suppliers who are
hand picked by our Head Chef. We offer a table
d’hôte menu which is changed on a regular basis
to reflect what is available within the seasons.
The views, formal gardens and peaceful
surroundings provide a stunning backdrop for an
exceptional wedding day.
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By Road
From London
Take M40 to Junction 10. Bypass Stratford
heading on A46 to Evesham. Follow A46 to North
of Evesham then follow signs for Cheltenham &
Tewkesbury. Once South of Evesham follow A46
for 5 miles until you pass the petrol station on
your left. ½ a mile south take left turn marked
Dumbleton. Drive into the village, past the church
and the hotel entrance is on the right.
From North & South
M5 to Junction 9, then follow signs for Cheltenham
& Evesham, drive through Ashchurch and on for
3 miles to Roundabout. Take 2nd exit signed
A46 Evesham. Drive through Beckford and after
1 mile take right turn marked Dumbleton. Drive
into the village, past the church and the hotel
entrance is on the right.
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By Rail
From London Paddington (approx. 1 hour
55 minutes) direct to Evesham. Dumbleton
15 minutes by taxi. From South West to
Cheltenham. Dumbleton 35 minutes by taxi.
By Air
Birmingham International Airport 41 miles
(approx 1 hour 5 minutes) away.
Parking
Free onsite parking.
Contact
Dumbleton Hall
Dumbleton, nr Evesham
Worcestershire WR11 7TS
T 01386 881240
F 01386 882142
E [email protected]
W www.dumbletonhall.co.uk
Central Reservations 0800 433 4581
Friars Carse Country Hotel
Auldgirth, Dumfries
DG2 0SA
T 01387 740388
F 01387 740550
E [email protected]
FRIARS CARSE
www.friarscarse.co.uk
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This original ‘Frierskerse’ was established as a friary back in the
13th century, close to the present-day ‘Friars Carse’. The property became
home to the Riddell family and named ‘Glenriddell’, with Robert Burns,
the celebrated Scottish poet, as a regular house guest.
Set in a 45 acre estate including woodland
extending to the banks of the River Nith, the
hotel, with its elegant staircase, offers guests a
warm welcome with a well-furnished spacious
lounge with views over the garden and river, and
a comfortable bar. There is also a lift to all floors.
The property passed through many hands before becoming home to
Dr James Crichton (better known as the ‘Admirable Crichton’) in 1809.
Re-modelled in 1873, the house was once more named ‘Friars Carse’
in 1895, and established as a hotel in 1938.
The 21 en suite bedrooms have remote control
colour television with Freeview and radio, direct
dial telephone, WiFi internet access, hairdryer
and hospitality tray.
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Conferences
Friars Carse can cater for small business or sales
meetings for up to 60 delegates plus interviews
and private dinner parties. Special residential and
non-residential packages are available.
Weddings
The hotel is licensed for Civil Marriages, Civil
Partnerships and Naming Ceremonies which
makes it an ideal wedding venue for up to 130
guests (80 seated). Wedding celebrations can be
held afterwards in the marquee on the lawns for
up to 200 people.
Leisure
Private salmon, sea trout and grayling fishing on
our mile plus stretch of the River Nith with tackle
storage, drying room and freezing facilities.
Superb golf courses nearby. Robert Burns’
Hermitage located in the hotel grounds.
Self Catering Cottages
Our self catering cottages are two minutes’ walk
from the hotel itself and all our guests can make
full use of the facilities at the hotel. We have a
1 bedroom cottage for 2, a 2 bedroom cottage
for 3 and a 2 bedroom cottage for 4.
Dining
The Whistle Restaurant, which takes its name
from a Burns poem, serves excellent local cuisine
with an extensive wine list.
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By Road
From London
Take the M1 to J19, then join the M6 (signposted
The North West) for 235 miles.
Alternatively take the M40 beyond J16 where it
then joins the M42 (follow the signs for The N West
M6 Toll). At J7 join the M6 North for 214 miles.
To avoid the West Midlands congestion use the M6
Toll which is clearly signposted on the M6 (J3a)
and M42 (J3a) both to the east of Birmingham
(visit www.m6toll.co.uk for prices).
At Gretna Green leave the M6 and join the A74 to
Dumfries, then follow signs for A76.
From Glasgow & The Highlands
Take the M74 then A74 south to J15. Follow the
A701 to outskirts of Dumfries. Turn right onto A75,
then follow signs for A76.
The hotel entrance is signposted 5 miles outside
Dumfries.
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By Rail
From London Paddington (approx. 5 hours) or
London Euston (approx. 4hours 30 minutes) to
Dumfries. 5 minutes by taxi from Dumfries.
By Air
Glasgow International Airport 68 miles (approx.
1 hour 35 minutes) away. Edinburgh Airport
90 miles (approx. 2 hours) away.
Parking
Free onsite parking.
Contact
Friars Carse Country Hotel
Auldgirth
Dumfries DG2 0SA
T 01387 740388
F 01387 740550
E [email protected]
W www.friarscarse.co.uk
Central Reservations 0800 433 4581
Waterhead Hotel
Hawkshead Road
Coniston, Cumbria
LA21 8AJ
T 01539 441244
F 01539 441193
E [email protected]
WATERHEAD
www.waterhead-hotel.co.uk
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In its early days, the Waterhead frequently welcomed the illustrious
Victorian artist and social critic, John Ruskin, as a guest. Ruskin’s home,
Brantwood, lies just across the lake and many of his visitors (including
Charles Darwin) would stay as guests at the Waterhead.
Coniston has a long association with notable figures: Tennyson spent his
honeymoon here, Turner painted the mountains, Arthur Ransome used
Coniston Water as the setting for Swallows and Amazons and Donald
Campbell died while attempting the world water speed record.
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With a friendly, relaxed ‘home from home’ feel, the
newly upgraded 3 star Waterhead Hotel makes
the perfect retreat. Relax in the comfortable
lounge bar area with views across the hotel
lawns down to the lake. The ‘Mountain View’
restaurant looks out onto magnificent mountain
scenery and offers excellent local cuisine.
The 24 en suite bedrooms have remote control
colour television and radio, direct dial telephone,
WiFi internet access, hairdryer and hospitality tray.
Conferences & Weddings
The Waterhead Hotel offers the perfect venue
for all occasions. Surrounded by the hills and
lakes, it captures the essence of the Lake District.
The hotel is licensed for Civil Weddings and
Partnerships and, with gardens leading down to
the tranquil Coniston Water, we offer the perfect
setting for a day to remember. Our ceremony
rooms can hold up to 70 seated guests and we
can cater for up to 150 wedding guests in a
marquee on the lawn. Please contact the Hotel on
01539 441244 for one of our information packs.
The Waterhead Hotel also has a conference room
that can seat 16 people, or the hotel lounge and
restaurant can be utilised to seat more people if
required. We can offer a simple room hire or a
conference with all the trimmings. Please give us
a call for further details.
Leisure
The Lake District is a favourite spot for those
who enjoy the outdoors, with activities including
walking, climbing, waterskiing, sailing and cycling.
Coniston Water, with the ‘Old Man’ towering above
at 803m, offers a variety of lake activities and the
area offers excellent walking to suit all abilities.
For those who prefer a gentler pace, there are
lake cruises and a wealth of historic houses to visit
such as Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount at nearby
Grasmere, both former homes of Wordsworth,
and Beatrix Potter’s home at Sawrey, inspiration
for many of the characters in her enchanting
children’s books. At Brantwood, John Ruskin’s
home, above Coniston Water, offers you an insight
into the life of this influential writer.
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By Road
From the South
Take M6 to Junction 36, then follow signs for Kendal/
Windermere (A591/A590) to a roundabout at the
bottom of a hill. Take the second exit to Windermere
and continue to Ambleside. In Ambleside you will
come up to a set of traffic lights (by The Waterhead
Hotel, Ambleside). Take a left following signs for
Coniston (A593) for 8 miles. Just before Coniston,
turn left for Hawkshead Road, and after a short
stretch turn left over the bridge and the hotel is
about 500 yards down on the right hand side.
By Rail
From London Paddington (approx. 1 hour
55 minutes) or London Euston (approx. 2 hours
45 minutes) to Windermere. 30 minutes taxi to
Waterhead.
From the North
Take M6 to Junction 40, then follow signs for
Keswick (A66) for 15 miles. Before reaching
Keswick turn left (B5322) to Thirlmere, until you
join the A591 and continue to Ambleside (via
Grasmere). From Ambleside follow the signs for
Coniston (A593) for 8 miles. Just before Coniston,
turn left for Hawkshead Road, and after a short
stretch turn left over the bridge and the hotel is
about 500 yards down on the right hand side.
Contact
Waterhead Hotel
Hawkshead Road,
Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8AJ
T 01539 441244
F 01539 441193
E [email protected]
W www.waterhead-hotel.co.uk
By Air
Manchester Airport 100 miles
(approx. 2 hours) away.
Parking
Free onsite parking.
Central Reservations 0800 433 4581
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Head Office
Dumbleton Hall
Dumbleton, nr Evesham
Worcestershire WR11 7TS
T 01386 882621
F 01386 882619
E [email protected]
Dumbleton Hall
T 01386 881240
Friars Carse
T 01387 740388
Waterhead
T 01539 441244
Central Reservations 0800 433 4581
WATERHEAD
DUMBLETON HALL
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Central Reservations 0800 433 4581