Christian Guild
HOTELS • HOLIDAYS • CONFERENCES
Hotels
Southern Lakes ^ Wye Valley ^ Devon ^ Cornwall ^ Derbyshire Dales
Welcome to
Christian Guild hotels
You will always receive a warm welcome at any one of our beautiful hotels. If you’re looking for a hotel that offers comfortable accommodation, character, style and great food, then look no further. Christian Guild boasts five high quality hotels with first class service, from an 18th century castle to a country house hotel and a classic Georgian mansion.
Our hotels have been chosen to offer you easy access to some of England’s most popular tourist areas. Whether you want to explore coast or country, we’ve a hotel for you. And once you’ve finished exploring and wandering around the wonderful surroundings of our hotels, sit back and relax and enjoy fine food and the very best in Christian hospitality at each venue. Take a look now at what each hotel has to offer. And if you’re feeling a little more adventurous, call 01629 580550 for a copy of our Holidays & Short Breaks brochure for details of the activities organised at each hotel.
Our Commitment Hotel pages key:
Swimming Pool (p.10) Self-catering Lodges (p.11) Licensed Restaurant
Our dedicated volunteer hosts are committed to ensuring that your holiday experience with us is the best it can be by providing a caring and friendly environment in which daily prayers offer an opportunity to worship.
Wi-fi Access Available
Front cover: Sidholme Hotel
We are committed to providing the best in Christian hospitality. This means that you can expect our staff to be professional and friendly as they seek to serve you; that your accommodation will be comfortable; that your meals will include a choice suitable to your tastes; and that you can enjoy a range of facilities and activities which will offer a wider sense of Christian fellowship.
Above: Bedroom at Lindors Country House Hotel
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Southern Lake District
Abbot Hall hotel Kents Bank, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria LA11 7BG tel: 015395 32896 fax: 015395 35200 email: abbot@christianguild.co.uk
coniston water, Lake District
Local Attractions:
• Aquarium of the Lakes •L akeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway • Windermere & Coniston • South Lakes Wild Animal Park • Cartmel Priory • Grasmere & Rydal Water • Holker Hall, Gardens & Motor Museum • Levens Hall & Topiary
Abbot Hall Hotel is a charming country hotel situated in extensive and well-established grounds overlooking the ever-changing sands of Morecambe Bay, with the breathtaking scenery of the Lake District just to the north. Nestling in the hamlet of Kents Bank, near the popular Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands, the 19th century mansion boasts a wide range of facilities including a 15 metre heated indoor swimming pool and comfortable lounges. Diners are offered a delicious choice of home-cooked dishes that use fresh, local produce. Alongside well-
appointed bedrooms, there are five selfcatering lodges – there really is something for everyone. Abbot Hall offers:
• 5 self-catering lodges (see p. 11)
• 15m heated indoor swimming pool and separate children’s pool (see p. 10)
• Coffee shop selling Fairtrade produce • Wireless broadband access • •
Children’s Adventure Trail Disabled access rooms
www.christianguild.co.uk/abbothall
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The Wye Valley
Lindors Country House hotel The fence, St. Briavels, Lydney, Gloucestershire GL15 6RB tel: 01594 530283 fax: 01594 530559 email: lindors@christianguild.co.uk
the royal forest of dean
Set in nine acres of beautiful wooded gardens, Lindors Country House Hotel is a majestic place to find peace and tranquillity. Situated in its own valley above the River Wye, the hotel offers exquisite gardens with waterfalls and pools. Inside, there are comfortable lounges and crackling log fires in winter. You will enjoy fine dining during your stay at Lindors Country House Hotel, and well-appointed bedrooms that offer the modern amenities you’d expect at such a top-class hotel. www.christianguild.co.uk/lindors
For those who decide to venture out, the hotel is a perfect choice for exploring the Wye Valley, historic Welsh Borders and the Royal Forest of Dean. Lindors offers:
• 5 self-catering lodges (see p. 11) • 15m heated indoor swimming pool and separate children’s pool (see p. 10) • Licensed restaurant • Fairtrade coffee shop • Wireless broadband access • TVs & telephones in all bedrooms • Disabled access rooms • Tennis, croquet, putting & petanque
Local Attractions:
• The Royal Forest of Dean • Tintern Abbey
•T aurus Crafts & Model Village •S ymonds Yat & the River Wye
• Goodrich Castle
• Clearwell Caves •R aglan Castle
• Th e Dean Forest Railway
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Devon
Sidholme hotel Elysian Fields, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8UJ tel: 01395 515104 fax: 01395 579321 email: sidholme@christianguild.co.uk
the jurassic coastline
Local Attractions:
• The Jurassic Coastline World Heritage Site • Crealy Adventure Park • Norman Lockyer Observatory • Forde Abbey & Gardens • Exeter Cathedral & Underground Passsages • Seaton Tramway • Stuart Line Boat Cruises • Slade Donkey Sanctuary
The majestic Georgian mansion of Sidholme Hotel sits in idyllic grounds in the Regency seaside town of Sidmouth. Inside the resplendent building is the hotel’s ‘jewel in the crown’ – a stunning Victorian music room, with fine chandeliers and Gothic-style organ. As well as luxurious bedrooms and lounges, there is lots to do for the more active guests. There is a heated indoor swimming pool, a snooker room, table tennis and spacious landscaped grounds.
Sidholme Hotel, with its proximity to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site and East Devon’s charming countryside, is perfect for short breaks and holidays. sidholme offers:
• 15m heated indoor swimming pool and separate children’s pool (see p. 10) • Magnificent Victorian music room • Licensed restaurant • Light meals and refreshments • Disabled access rooms • Car and coach parking www.christianguild.co.uk/sidholme
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Cornwall
Treloyhan Manor hotel St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 2AL tel: 01736 796240 fax: 01736 798377 email: treloyhan@christianguild.co.uk
Porthminster beach, St. Ives
This superb 19th century manor house offers guests fantastic views across Carbis Bay in the Cornish coast town of St Ives. Set in the serenity of beautiful gardens, Treloyhan Manor Hotel offers superb bedrooms, delicious home-cooked cuisine in its splendid restaurant and traditional Cornish cream teas in a range of comfortable lounges. The hotel is close to clean, sandy beaches, picturesque villages and the wealth of tourist attractions that www.christianguild.co.uk/treloyhan
this part of Cornwall has to offer. Back in the tranquil hotel there is chance to enjoy the facilities, such as a games room, music room, pool table, putting green, croquet and table tennis. treloyhan manor offers:
• Beautiful gardens and patio terrace • Licensed restaurant • Reception / coffee shop selling Fairtrade produce • Wireless broadband access • Games and recreational facilities available • Extensive car and coach parking with dual access
Local Attractions:
•S t. Ives bay & Porthminster beach • The Eden Project • The Lizard
• Lost Gardens of Heligan • Land’s End
• Kynance Cove
• Tate St. Ives gallery
• St. Michael’s Mount • Mousehole
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The Derbyshire Dales
Willersley Castle hotel Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JH tel: 01629 582270 fax: 01629 582329 email: willersley@christianguild.co.uk
the derwent valley
Local Attractions:
• The Peak District National Park • Matlock Bath • Chatsworth House & Gardens • Midland Railway Centre • Arkwright’s Cromford Mill • Crich Tramway Village • Cromford Canal • National Stone Centre
This magnificent 18th century Grade II listed castle is set in 60 acres of grounds ranging from meadows to limestone crags. The grand building overlooks the picturesque River Derwent and stands on the edge of the stunning Peak District National Park. It is also at the heart of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. There is lots to enjoy in the stately surroundings of the hotel, such as a 15 metre indoor swimming pool, boules court and impressive grounds. But for those who want to venture out, the area offers everything from the
industrial heritage of mills, canals and steam railways, to fine stately houses to some of England’s most beautiful areas for walking. willersley Castle offers:
• 15m heated indoor swimming pool & separate children’s pool (see p. 10) • Licensed restaurant • Coffee shop selling Fairtrade produce • Wireless broadband access • Boules court & putting lawn • Lift www.christianguild.co.uk/willersley
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Private Functions & Events Whether it is a special birthday, anniversary, family celebration or your club or association dinner or luncheon, we at Christian Guild will do our utmost to ensure you have the perfect day. Because you want your event to be a success, tell us what you want and our teams of professional and experienced staff will work to make sure it happens. Our function rooms are attractively furnished and vary in size for the intimate dinner to a large family celebration. We have a range of menus and dishes from finger buffets to formal dinners offering quality produce, using locally sourced items when possible that are competitively priced to meet your budget requirements. We can offer a wide range of drinks and canapĂŠs to meet your needs. Our staff will provide this in a friendly and efficient manor to ensure you receive the best in Christian hospitality.
Wedding Receptions Our hotels offer some super venues in which to hold your wedding reception. We can offer you peace of mind that your event will be taken care of no matter how big or small to ensure that it is a truly memorable day. The beauty of our grounds provides a romantic backdrop for your wedding photographs ensuring you capture those precious memories of your day.
After an amazing day you may wish to entertain your guests with an evening buffet and a band and dancing before retiring in our comfortable accommodation. We look forward to accommodating you and your guests, whatever your requirements for your special day.
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groups & conferences
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• Music Room 100 25 • Buckingham Room 60 30 • Oak Room 60 40 • Richmond Room 50 25 • Lounge • Main Hall • Front Lounge • TV Lounge • Hain Room • Atlantic View Restaurant Restaurant can be divided into 2 smaller rooms, each:
Willersley Castle Hotel
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Sidholme Hotel
Treloyhan Manor Hotel
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Lindors Country House Hotel
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Christian Guild hotels are the perfect venue for church groups, retreats and away days, or if you’re looking for somewhere different for a meeting, seminar or conference. Our hotels provide everything you need to make your meeting a success – from breath-taking grounds and elegant meeting rooms to excellent parking and modern facilities, such as wireless broadband access. No matter what your needs, we can help you – whether it’s catering, refreshments, overnight accommodation or audio-visual equipment. By using a Christian Guild hotel, you’re offering your clients and delegates a peaceful setting to meet in that they’ll never forget. Contact us today to discuss your needs.
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leisure Christian Guild hotels are great for getting away from it all, and they’re perfect for leisure breaks. While our hotels offer a marvellous place to relax, you may decide to be a little more adventurous. If so, every Christian Guild hotel organises a myriad of activities that you can join, should you want to try something different: whether that’s bird watching, dancing or photography. Contact us today for our Holidays & Short Breaks brochure that details all that Christian Guild has to offer for your leisure break.
Right: Walking group near Abbot Hall Hotel
s wimming pools Our all-weather heated indoor swimming pools provide an added dimension to a stay at one of our hotels. What better way to soak away the stresses of daily life than by enjoying a dip in one of our swimming pools? On your own or with friends, you will find the pool the perfect place to unwind and relax. Each of our pools is 15 metres long, but only 1.4 metres deep, so adults and children alike will enjoy this wonderful facility. And for the very young, each pool is accompanied by a shallow children’s pool alongside, so there’s no need for anyone to miss out. Poolside seating and comfortable spectator viewing areas mean even those who don’t want to get their feet wet can enjoy the fun.
Locations: A bbot Hall Hotel Lindors Country House Hotel Sidholme Hotel Willersley Castle Hotel
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self-catering lodges Locations: Abbot Hall Hotel & Lindors Country House Hotel
Our fully equipped selfcatering lodges provide perfect accommodation for families all year round. There are five lodges in the grounds of Abbot Hall Hotel and Lindors Country House Hotel. There are four two-bedroom lodges at each hotel, each sleeping four guests. The fifth lodge has three bedrooms, accommodating six guests, making it ideal for larger families. Each lodge is fully equipped with central heating, lighting, bed linen and towels. While staying in the lodges you are free to use all the facilities of the hotel, including the allweather swimming pools. If you prefer not to self-cater you can arrange to take meals in the hotel. Throughout your stay you will be welcome to join in any planned activities.
2-Bedroom Lodges:
• Entrance / Balcony • One bedroom with double bed • One bedroom with twin beds • Family bathroom / WC • Living room (inc. kitchen, dining & lounge areas) • One lodge at each hotel has ramped access, extra wide doors, handrails, & bathroom / WC facilities for people with disabilities
3-Bedroom Lodge at Abbot Hall:
• Entrance / Balcony • One bedroom with double bed • One bedroom with twin beds • One bedroom with a single and a Z bed • En-suite shower room / WC off main bedroom • Family bathroom / WC • Living room (inc. kitchen, dining & lounge areas)
3-Bedroom Lodge at Lindors:
• Entrance / Balcony • One bedroom with double bed • One bedroom with 3’ twin beds • One bedroom with 2’6” twin beds • En-suite shower room / WC off main bedroom • Family bathroom / WC • Living room (inc. kitchen, dining & lounge areas) • TV and DVD
Christian Guild
HOTELS • HOLIDAYS • CONFERENCES
Abbot Hall Hotel
Kents Bank, Grange-over-Sands Cumbria LA11 7BG 015395 32896 abbot@christianguild.co.uk
Lindors Country House Hotel
The Fence, St. Briavels, Lydney Gloucestershire GL15 6RB 01594 530283 lindors@christianguild.co.uk
Sidholme Hotel
Elysian Fields, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8UJ 01395 515104 sidholme@christianguild.co.uk
Treloyhan Manor Hotel
St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 2AL
“We really enjoyed the luxury of a good hotel combined with wonderful Christian fellowship.”
01736 796240 treloyhan@christianguild.co.uk
Willersley Castle Hotel
“Really, really enjoyed our holiday. Thank you for making it such a great time. We will definitely be back.”
Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JH
01629 582270 willersley@christianguild.co.uk
Christian Guild, Derwent House, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JG tel: 01629 580550 fax: 01629 580025 email: mail@christianguild.co.uk web: www.christianguild.co.uk Christian Guild is the trading name of Methodist Guild Holidays Ltd. Registered in England and Wales No. 223776. Registered Office: Derwent House, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5JG.
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