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