WHATLEY MANOR HOTEL & SPA (Cotswolds)
Easton Grey, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 0RB, England
Tel: 01144 1666 822 888 Fax: 01144 1666 826 120
Email: reception@whatleymanor.com Website: www.whatleymanor.com
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Set in rolling Cotswold countryside two and a half hours from London (one and a half hours from Heathrow), Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa is a beautifully restored 19th-century honey-colored manor house with 15 large rooms and eight spacious suites. Most of the rooms have views across the stunning 12-acre gardens. This is luxury and service on a very special level. Whatley also operates at the highest level of “green” sustainability and is the UK’s first luxury country manor house hotel to achieve Earthcheck’s Silver Accreditation! Chef Ricki Weston is the Michelin-star executive chef at Whatley Manor, overseeing The Dining Room (one-Michelin star), Grey’s (their less formal restaurant), afternoon tea and room service. His cooking has a focus on the finest British ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, all of which perfectly complement the hotel’s sustainability goals. Whatley has a new GM as of October 2023, Michele Mella. He is an industry veteran with over 35 years of hospitality experience including the Cotswolds’ Calcot Collection and two iconic British hotels, Claridge’s and The Dorchester. He brings a fresh perspective to this celebrated Wiltshire hotel as it continues its journey to becoming the UK’s most sustainable country house hotel. The hotel welcomes children aged 12 and above (16 in the spa). There is much to see in the area, including many enchanting Cotswold villages, the famous Westonbirt Arboretum displaying 2,500 tree species, and some well-known gardens such as Hidcote Manor and King Charles’s Highgrove Gardens, which is only 4 miles from Whatley. Highgrove has a limited number of tickets available on certain days. Whatley’s excellent driver-guide is available to bring guests from Heathrow and London and to tour the local sights. The city of Bath is only 40 minutes from the hotel and is a wonderful day visit.
Whatley Manor’s one-Michelin star restaurant, The Dining Room, serves dinner Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Grey’s serves dinner each evening and lunch on Sundays from the ‘a la carte’ menu. Grey’s ‘all day’ dining menu is available each day for lunch, afternoon snacks and dinner. Afternoon Tea is served every day in our Garden room and lounges. Whatley’s amazing Spa is open seven days a week.
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| WHATLEY MANOR’S TWO-NIGHT PROMOTION |
| This Promotion Includes: A two-night stay in a Superior room or above Hotel credit of 100 GBP to use towards the spa or dining at Whatley Manor Complimentary use of the cinema with a glass of Gusbourne and popcorn Full English breakfast each morning Use of the spa from 1pm on the day of arrival to 1pm on the day of checkout |
| This promotion is based on two people sharing and best available rates (BAR) apply. This promotion and its terms and conditions are subject to availability and change without notice. |
Special Promotions
General Rates
| Rates Valid Through December 30, 2024 |
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| Classic King, Twin | from £354 to £554 |
| Superior King/Twin | from £429 to £629 |
| Junior Suite, King, Twin, Four Poster | from £504 to £704 |
| Suite King, Twin, Four Poster | from £579 to £779 |
| Deluxe King/Twin Suite | from £679 to £879 |
| When booking through JH Hotels & Companies, the above includes English breakfast, complimentary newspaper, full use of the spa facilities (treatments are additional), complimentary still & sparkling water and popcorn in the room. Guests may book Whatley Manor’s state-of-the-art cinema for their exclusive use. Pick a movie from Whatley’s list of films or bring one from home. Whatley Manor will supply the popcorn and an aperitif to enjoy while watching the film. We recommend to check availability and reserve the cinema at time of booking. |
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| The above rates are based on two people sharing and are inclusive of VAT, service and tax. Extra bed: £75/night. The hotel requires a 30% deposit at time of booking. Cancellation policy: 72 hours prior to arrival in writing. If you cancel more than 72 hours in advance, the deposit will be refunded. If the cancellation is made with less than 72-hours notice, the amount for the entire stay will be charged to the card. (If the rooms can be resold, a refund will be given.) All of the above is subject to availability and change without notice. Blackout dates may apply. |
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General Information
23 Bedrooms and Suites
Connecting Rooms – No
3 People Sharing – Yes (in some suites)
4 People Sharing – Yes (in some suites)
2 Restaurants
The Dining Room: (One-Michelin star)
Dinner, Thursday thru Sunday
Grey’s: Casual Breakfast, Lunch: Friday through Sunday. Dinner: Wednesday through Sunday.
Free Wi-Fi
Spa and Wellness Center – Sothys and Gaia (minimum age, 16 years old)
24-Hour Room Service
Complimentary Bicycles
State-of-the-Art Cinema
Full English Tea
GENERAL MANAGER
Michele Mella
COMMERCIAL MANAGER
Lance Keirle
NEAREST RAIL STATION
Chippenham
NEAREST AIRPORT
Bristol (BRS)
Local Sightseeing
MALMESBURY is located just 3 miles from Whatley Manor and is said to be the oldest, continually inhabited town in England with a rich history of over 1000 years. The Abbey House and Gardens are historic and stand proudly over the town of Malmesbury. The abbey was the centre of worship and is one of England’s most historic sites and the town’s star attraction. The five-acre Abbey Gardens surrounding the abbey are well-known for their beauty, walks, history and roses. The Gardens have an extensive collection of roses (one of the largest in England), featuring more than 10,000 plant varieties. All is spread between formal gardens dotted with fish ponds and a wilder section that is cut through by a tributary of the River Avon. Other attractions in Malmesbury include the Athlestan Museum and the Malmesbury river walk. (3 miles, 6 min by car or 50 min walking)
TETBURY is a town in one of the most beautiful parts of the Cotswolds that is steeped in recorded history dating back over 1300 years. Originally having the best wool and yarn in the Cotswolds, they now have an abundance of antique shops. (6.5 miles, 12 min by car)
CIRENCESTER is a historic Roman market town in the heart of the Cotswolds with a Roman Amphitheatre and nearby Roman Villa. The Corinium Museum has a large collection of objects found in and around the local area and has important information on the local history of Cirencester, dating as early as the Stone Age and right up to Victorian times. (15 miles, 30 min by car)
BIBURY is a typically Cotswold village located on the other side of Cirencester. Attractions in Bibury include Arlington Row (a row of weavers cottages built of local stone next to the River Coln), the Bibury Trout Farm and the Saxon Church. The River Coln flows through Bibury between the main village street and an expanse of watermeadow known as Rack Isle. With Arlington Row as a backdrop, it makes one of the most picturesque scenes you will find in the Cotswolds. (26 miles, 40 min by car)
MINCHINHAMPTON is a thriving and very attractive hilltop town. Minchinhampton is close to Gatcombe Estate, the home of the Princess Royal, which hosts the Gatcombe Horse Trials in late summer each year. There is a quaint little coffee shop called The Kitchen which sells delicious homemade cakes (and gluten free cakes too), and is worth a visit after a walk on the Common. (12 miles, 20 min by car)
BATH has been welcoming visitors for over 2000 years. The City was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1987. Bath presents some of the finest architectural sights in Europe, such as the Roman Baths and Pump Room, the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and the Circus. It is also a great place for shopping with many fashionable and stylish shops. Bath has over 33 leisure attractions as well as museums, theatre and a big choice of restaurants and pubs. (22 miles, 40 min by car)
CASTLE COMBE has been called ‘The Prettiest Village in England’ and with good reason. Visitors have been coming to enjoy its charms for at least a century, and the small street leading from Market Cross down to By Brook is as picturesque today as is ever was. The village houses are typical of the Cotswold, constructed in stone with thick walls and roofs made from split natural stone tiles. The properties are many hundreds of years old and are listed as ancient monuments. Strict rules apply to preserve the beauty and character of Castle Combe for later generations to admire. (11 miles, 20 min by car)
BRISTOL is an exciting city overflowing with intriguing, traditional and occasionally off the wall things to do and see. It is harbor side and offers a huge choice of activities including a walk in the gardens or zoo, the wild walk or visit the first great ocean liner, the SS Great Britain. In addition, there are many different museums, galleries and churches to visit. (26 miles, 40 min by car)
DYRHAM PARK is a grand baroque house in Gloucestershire valley surrounded by 272 acres of garden and rolling parkland. With spectacular views towards Bristol, its lavish 17th-century collections reflect the fashion for all things Dutch, including paintings and furniture. (15 miles, 25 min by car)
WOODCHESTER MANSION AND PARK is a Victorian architectural masterpiece abandoned by its builders before it could be completed. It has been virtually untouched by time since the mid-1870s and today offers a unique opportunity to tour and explore a Gothic building in mid-assembly. The Mansion is hidden in a secluded 400-acre landscape park that has an abundance of wildlife, rare-breed grazing stock and woodland walks around its five man-made lakes. (15 miles, 30 min by car)
COTSWOLDS WATER PARK, Britain’s largest water park has over 133 lakes, covering over 40 square miles. Outstanding countryside provides the setting for relaxation and discovery for adults and children alike; perfect for a family day out, walkers, birdwatchers, photographers and outdoor enthusiasts. Activities include angling, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, cycling, kayaking, jet skiing and water skiing. (12 miles, 26 min by car)
BARTON END STABLES is a family-run farm in Nailsworth, in a rural Cotswold setting. They offer quality private, semi-private and group horse-riding lessons with a wide range of activities in a relaxed and friendly environment. Barton End Stables is approved by the British Horse Society. (12 miles, 22 min by car)
MANOR HOUSE GOLF CLUB is situated in the Cotswold countryside, near Castle Combe and welcomes any level of golfer. The club has 18 holes and is open from April to October. (10 miles, 18 minutes by car)
Commuting Distances
London – 2.5 hours by car
Heathrow (LHR) – 88 mi, 1.5 hrs (car)
Bristol Airport (BRS) – 40 mi, 1 hr (car)
Chippenham Train Station – 13 mi, 25 min (car)
(Direct trains are available from London’s Paddington
Station to Chippenham, 1 hr 7 min to 1 hr 20 min)
Southampton – 1 hr 40 min (car)
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House — 4 hrs 30 min (car)
Hambleton Hall – 3 hrs (car)