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Whatley Manor is a hotel, restaurant and spa housed in a former farm and estate buildings, near Easton Grey in the southern Cotswolds. The hotel is a stylish retreat where you can relax and revive in 12 acres of picturesque gardens, with sculptures, fountains and terraces. Whatley Manor offers two dining options to enjoy during your stay: The Dining Room, a one-Michelin-star restaurant that serves a seasonal tasting menu, and Grey’s, a brasserie that offers casual and contemporary dishes. Immerse yourself in the soothing ambience of Aquarias Spa, which features a hydrotherapy pool, a thermal suite, a salt scrub shower and a range of treatments. Settle down with popcorn to watch a film in the elegant private cinema.
Sustainability
Whatley Manor is committed to sustainability and eco-friendly practices. The hotel has achieved Zero to Landfill status, meaning that all its waste is either recycled, composted or converted into energy. The hotel also uses renewable energy sources, such as solar panels and biomass boilers, to reduce its carbon footprint. The hotel also follows the #GetNaturePositive campaign, which aims to restore nature and promote its benefits for people and the planet. The hotel also supports local businesses and suppliers, and partners with other environmental and social organisations, such as the Woodland Trust, the Soil Association and the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts.
The hotel is also working towards being carbon neutral by 2028, by measuring and reducing its emissions from energy use and supply chain. The hotel uses artificial intelligence and technology to monitor and improve its environmental performance. The hotel also engages with its staff, guests and community to raise awareness and share best practices on sustainability. The hotel publishes an annual sustainability report that showcases its achievements and challenges. The hotel has also received several awards and recognitions for its sustainability efforts, such as the Green Michelin Star, the Cateys Sustainable Business Award and the Condè Nast Johansens Most Sustainable Hotel Award.
Rooms
Whatley Manor offers 23 rooms and suites, each with its own character and style. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with king-size beds, Egyptian cotton sheets, fluffy bathrobes and slippers. The rooms also have modern amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, TV, DVD player, Bose sound system, Nespresso machine and minibar. The bathrooms are luxurious, with marble tiles, heated floors, rain showers and L’Occitane toiletries. Some rooms also have fireplaces, balconies or terraces with garden views.
Food and drink
Whatley Manor has two restaurants on site: The Dining Room and Grey’s. The Dining Room is the fine dining option, where you can enjoy a 12-course tasting menu created by chef Niall Keating. The menu showcases seasonal and local ingredients, with influences from Asian and European cuisines. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list and a cheese trolley. The Dining Room is open from Thursday to Sunday for dinner only. Grey’s is the informal brasserie, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The menu offers casual and contemporary dishes, such as salads, burgers, pasta and steaks. The restaurant also has a bar that offers drinks and snacks throughout the day.
Facilities
Whatley Manor has a range of facilities to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel has a spa that offers a hydrotherapy pool, a thermal suite, a salt scrub shower and a range of treatments using Natura Bissé and Sothys products. The spa also has a gym, a studio and a hair salon. The hotel also has a cinema that can seat up to 40 people and shows films every evening. The cinema also has a popcorn machine and a bar that serves drinks and snacks. The hotel also has 12 acres of gardens that feature sculptures, fountains, terraces and a kitchen garden.
Things to do
Whatley Manor offers a variety of activities for guests to enjoy nature and culture. On the hotel grounds, guests can stroll through the gardens, play croquet or tennis, or join a garden tour or a cookery class. Off the hotel grounds, guests can hike or bike on the trails around the area or join guided tours to discover the flora and fauna of the Cotswolds. They can also visit some of the cultural and historical attractions in the area, such as the Malmesbury Abbey, the Corinium Museum, the Roman Baths or the Jane Austen Centre. For thrill-seekers, there are options such as horse riding, golfing, clay pigeon shooting or hot air ballooning. For families, there are fun activities such as wildlife parks, adventure playgrounds, steam railways or pottery workshops.
Wider region
Whatley Manor is located in Easton Grey, a village in Wiltshire, England. The hotel is situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that covers six counties. The Cotswolds are known for their rolling hills, honey-coloured stone villages, historic landmarks and cultural attractions. Guests can explore the nearby towns and villages, such as Malmesbury, Tetbury, Cirencester and Bath. Guests can also visit some of the popular attractions in the region, such as Westonbirt Arboretum (5 miles), Highgrove House (6 miles), Lacock Abbey (15 miles) and Stonehenge (35 miles).
Kids
Whatley Manor is a grown-up getaway that welcomes children over 12 years old. The hotel can accommodate up to two children in some of the rooms and suites, with extra beds or sofa beds on request. The hotel also provides board games, DVDs and popcorn for children to enjoy. Children can also access some of the facilities at the hotel, such as the cinema, the tennis court and the croquet lawn. Children can also join some of the activities at the hotel or in the area, such as garden tours, cookery classes, wildlife parks or adventure playgrounds.
Getting there
Whatley Manor is located in Easton Grey, a village in Wiltshire, England. The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, which is about 35 miles away. From there, guests can take a train to Chippenham and then a taxi or a bus to the hotel. Alternatively, guests can rent a car and drive to the hotel, following the M4 motorway to junction 17 and then taking the A429 to Malmesbury. The hotel has a free parking area for guests. The hotel also offers a pick-up service from Chippenham station for a small charge.
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