A few things you may not have been expecting…An arboretum with nearly 300 varieties of endangered trees; a former stable as your bedroom; a potential sighting of the ghost of “the grey lady”, who, when spurned, threw herself out of the window of the top tower room.
The Hotel
Follow the sweeping driveway, surrounded by beautiful woodlands, and you realise pretty quickly that this is a special place. This magnificent grade II listed building stands proudly amongst a selection of fantastic formal gardens. T
o find a hotel so elegant, exquisite and utterly beautiful at such a reasonable price is a pure delight. The interior of the hotel is spacious and welcoming with a country mansion feel about it. The Tortworth Court bedrooms are comfortable and inviting, with ample conveniences to make you feel right at home. Most have stunning views across the rolling Gloucestershire countryside. Dating back to the seventeenth century you could spend hours milling around enjoying the fantastic architecture and unravelling the history of this fantastic building.
The Spa;
With a beautiful swimming pool, 2 thermal rooms and a Jacuzzi, an afternoon in the spa is promised to be utterly peaceful. The Peels Spa offer a large range of reasonably priced treatments, which are usually included in our overnight spa breaks. The Tortworth Court therapists are efficient and friendly and used a variety or Decleor & Jessica products to name a few.
The Food
With a variety of restaurants, the choice is yours – from light meals to fine dining. Originally the library, Moreton’s Restaurant has a superb amount of original character. During its sympathetic restoration, many of the original features have remained in place and been improved upon. Enormous, ornate windows open up to breathtaking views across the formal garden which truly enhances the atmosphere of this beautiful room. A fantastic restaurant; the Tortworth Court menu is superb, with a variety of delicious dishes and fine wines to suit every taste.
The sixty-foot high Atrium Bistro Bar is such an unusual, but wonderful place to enjoy a light bite or afternoon tea. During the evening the creative lighting makes it the perfect place for a pre-dinner drink or after-dinner aperitif.
There are also other smaller bar & bistro areas where a selection of snacks and light meals can be enjoyed.
The Location
Conveniently located just a few miles from Bristol, with easy access and ample free parking, getting there couldn’t have been easier. Yet once you journey down the grand drive you could be miles from anywhere! On the edge of the Cotswolds this Gloucestershire Spa Break hotel has 30 acres of tranquil parkland, the perfect setting for a stroll with your loved one, or a group of family and friends.
The Service
Attentive service and attention to detail just add to the serenity of this beautiful hotel. The staff are very professional and helpful and make a stay at Tortworth Court as perfect as you could imagine!