check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the bright rooms come with custom-designed beds, flat-screen tvs and limited free wi-fi, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. kids 15 and under stay at no charge with an adult. limited parking is included. this straightforward hotel flanked by trees is 3 miles from highclere castle, the setting for downton abbey, and 5 miles from both the newbury racecourse and the newbury train station Heathrow Airport 1 hr 3
The Living Rainforest (22 min.) rainforest fauna like birds lizards and monkeys move freely in tropical plant-filled glasshouses. Sandham Memorial Chapel (15 min.) 1920s church now national trust with elaborate murals by british war artist sir stanley spencer. Bombay Sapphire Distillery (15 min.) gin distillery in a historic red-brick mill with guided tours tastings small cafe & a shop. Finkley Down Farm (20 min.) Children s park with a hands on farm play barn restaurant crazy golf zip wire & trampolines. Whitchurch Silk Mill (12 min.) light and airy venue for coffee snacks and sandwiches plus afternoon tea with river views. Donnington Castle (14 min.) site of a ruined medieval castle founded in 1386 with the twin-towered gatehouse still standing. Welford Park (16 min.) park surrounding an historic mansion selling pork ham and sausages from pigs reared on the estate. 4 Kingdoms Adventure Park U0026 Family Farm (8 min.) this sprawling amusement center features over 20 play zones including a zoo & pedal boats. Milestones Museum (28 min.) interactive undercover family attraction recreating street scenes with vehicles shops and homes. North Wessex Downs Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (15 min.) this tranquil hilly countryside is a popular walking destination offering sweeping scenic views. Bucklebury Farm U0026 Deer Safari Park (24 min.) run jump swing go-kart ride on tractors and feed the animals plus a cafe and farm shop. West Berkshire Museum (10 min.) regional history is showcased through permanent & changing exhibits & events at this culture center. The Nature Discovery Centre (16 min.) in addition to interactive family programs this nature centre features trails & a birding hut. National Trust - The Vyne (29 min.) country house with a stained glass chapel an ornamental lake and a walled kitchen garden. |