charlestrace
September 21, 2024
Although we have styed at Bishopstrow several times in the past, we chose this amazing hotel once again to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary. It really is one of the best hotels we have stayed in, over the years for so many reasons. On arrival we received such a lovely welcome and were immediately taken to a gorgeous room with a hot tub and small garden (no 34). The room was spotless, airy, beautifully decorated & appointed and as we enjoyed such lovely weather, we also made use of the very large hot tub. Drinks in one of the three spacious lounges is a must and we would seriously advise partaking of a cocktail or two before dinner as these are delicious. On the first night we enjoyed a wonderful dinner on our own and on the second night there were four of us. On both occasions, the service was 1st class, friendly, extremely attentive with a lovely bit of polite banter from the serving team who really made sure we were having a great time. The food though was truly sublime and out of this world. The menu is extensive, locally sourced and promoting local suppliers with prices for everyone. I chose the grilled prawns on both nights, with utterly scrummy Wiltshire lamb on the 1st night followed by the delicious very tender duck. Large portions, (unusual today in so many hotels) and so tasty. We chose to have breakfast delivered to our room as a real treat, and treat is really is. The bish, bash, bosh breakfast is utterly amazing - do try the hand made fruit yogurt granola. Overall a truly magical and very memorable experience for us to remember. HUGE thank you to Kerri who arranged our stay so beautifully and to all the amazing team who looked after us so well