Recommended rooms
Split-level Stable Block rooms are family sized, with terraces, bunk rooms with two children's beds. The Lodge is a separate cottage, ideal for families with children.
Crèche/day care
The Little House crèche will look after children aged one and up (free for residents: daily, 9am–5pm; till 6pm on Fridays and Saturdays), providing games, entertainment and activities. They must be signed in, and parents must remain on the hotel premises.
Activities
Outside, there are extensive grounds, tennis courts, a cricket pitch and five-aside football nets. Rock-climbing and horse riding can be arranged through reception. There's lots of lovely walks and bridepaths in the area; borrow the hotel's bike and go exploring. Inside, there's a private 45-seat cinema that screens all sorts of films, including children's films; contact reception for details of what's showing.
Swimming pool
Children's swimming hours are 9.30–11.30am and 3.30–6pm, Mondays to Thursdays. Swimming lessons can be arranged at an extra cost.
Meals
Children's menus available.
Babysitting
Babysitting can be arranged.
No need to pack
Stable Block rooms are provided with many child-friendly extras, including sterilisers, changing mats, baby baths and microwaves for heating milk or food.
