We stayed at this hotel for a weekend away in January 2008, on arrival we were upgraded to the Macmillan Suite which was larger than my house, this was situated in the old part and could be doing with a little bit of TLC, but in general it was a comfortable room. Breakfast was okay but oyu have to be early to make full use of the continential breakfast as it doesnt seem to get replaced that often. Evening meals were very nice. One thing I would point out is that some websites advertyise this hotel with a leisure club which is situated in a sister hotel 500 yards away, this was the main reason i booke it, on my arrival I discovered that they were no longer part of the same chain and therefore could not use the facilities at this hotel. Overall, adequate for a couple of nights especially if you are planning to use it for a base to go sightseeing.

The hotel was lovely in every way. The only issue was the check in. The receptionist took my credit card and charged £2 to for no reason and gave no explination.
Also she never gave any details of dinner or breakfast. Poor arrival experience.

The hotels rooms are mix of old and new.
In the new part of the Hotel they are 4* quality. In the old part of the hotel they are not.
We stayed in the old part, in the Chaplin suite and although in need of some "Tender, loving care" The sheer size and comfort made up for it's aging decor. (Just cleaning the windows would have helped). The suite had a sitting room about 18' x 15', a bedroom (slightly smaller) with four poster bed and a huge Bathroom.
In the restaurant the meals were excellent and varied(and pretty reasonably priced).
The staff were very friendly, efficient and attentive.
During our stay there were some New Zealanders working there who were just wonderful.

I stayed here for one night and was very pleased with this hotel. After a long working day, the welcome was warm and friendly, I was quickly checked in and soon in my room. The bed was comfy, shower hot and everywhere was spotless, but did not have that sterile feel. There were lovely fluffy towels, complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities with a choice of drinks and biscuits. The sign - please contact reception if you would like fresh milk - was a nice touch. I had a quick stroll in the grounds (the hotel is in a beatiful location) and a good, quiet night's sleep.
I hadn't booked breakfast but this wasn't a problem. There was a wide selection for the continental option - good range of cereals, pastries, jams, fruit, cold meat and cheese as well as the usual juices, tea and coffee. The cooked breakfast looked nice and fresh too. The hotel was spotless throughout and had the feel of un upgraded, airy, traditional style place, rather than a sterile modernised building.
Check-out was fuss-free, the staff very pleasant and I left feeling refreshed. In a strange way, I hope work runs late again , so that I can come back. I might even come back on holiday here. Rates online vary a lot, so shop around and hopefully you'll get a great value for money stay here.