Great West Way Travel Magazine | Issue 07
Follow the paths through England’s idyllic countryside, quaint villages and elegant towns where our best-kept secrets from the past meet twenty-first-century hospitality.
Follow the paths through England’s idyllic countryside, quaint villages and elegant towns where our best-kept secrets from the past meet twenty-first-century hospitality.
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WILTSHIRE, MALMESBURY<br />
Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa<br />
Whatley Manor is a grown-up getaway in the<br />
heart of the Cotswolds set in 12 acres of gardens.<br />
Try Grey’s Brasserie for a leisurely lunch, dinner<br />
or chilled glass of wine. Or the innovative tasting<br />
menu with specially selected wines in The Dining<br />
Room. There's also The Green Room where chefs<br />
prepare small plates of expertly crafted food in<br />
front of you, Aquarias Spa and even a cinema.<br />
whatleymanor.com<br />
Donnington Grove Hotel & Country Club<br />
Donnington Grove, a three star country-house hotel<br />
in Newbury, is situated in 500 acres of beautiful<br />
grounds that include an 18 hole championship golf<br />
course, beauty and treatment rooms at Avalon<br />
Retreat, Clay Shooting and the New Beau's Bar<br />
and Restaurant. It is a fascinating destination with<br />
more than a whiff of English decadence. Built in<br />
'Strawberry Hill Gothic' style, this 250 year old,<br />
charming building has a unique heritage.<br />
donnington-grove.com<br />
The Chequers Hotel<br />
This former 18th Century Coaching Inn comprises<br />
56 bedrooms, a business and meeting centre and<br />
an intimate restaurant serving modern British and<br />
European cuisine.<br />
donnington-grove.com<br />
conveniently located just minutes walk from<br />
Hungerford High Street and the beautiful Kennet &<br />
Avon Canal. The apartments are situated next door<br />
to Herongate Club and all guests over the age of 16<br />
years can enjoy complimentary access to the gym<br />
and pool as well as discounts off classes and the<br />
fabulous Honesty Cafe.<br />
herongateservicedapartments.com<br />
LONDON<br />
Roseate House London<br />
Located near Hyde Park with stunning views over<br />
leafy <strong>West</strong>bourne Terrace. John Constable, son of the<br />
famous landscape artist, once lived there, and Oscar<br />
Wilde married at St James’ Church opposite. The<br />
hotel comprises of three restored, mid-19th century,<br />
Grade II listed townhouses originally built in 1842<br />
which still retain the grace and charm of the original<br />
Victorian architecture. Located on a street steeped in<br />
history in a haven of tranquillity.<br />
roseatehotels.com<br />
NEWBURY<br />
OXFORDSHIRE<br />
The Chilterns View<br />
The Chilterns View offers luxury lodge<br />
accommodation overlooking the beautiful Chiltern<br />
Hills. Guests love the privacy and seclusion of these<br />
lodges with wonderful south-facing views and hot<br />
tubs. Sit around the fire pit with a glass of fizz to<br />
watch the sun set over the hills, and in the daytime<br />
you can relax by the pond or take a walk to one of<br />
the many fine pubs and eateries in the area.<br />
thechilternsview.co.uk<br />
READING<br />
Hilton Reading<br />
Ideally located off junction 11 of the M4, the<br />
Hilton Hotel in Reading offers a warm and inviting<br />
atmosphere. Bedrooms feature air conditioning,<br />
wired and wireless Internet access, laptop safes, mini<br />
bar, on-demand movies, a spacious workdesk and<br />
famous Hilton Serenity bed system. Access to the<br />
24-hour LivingWell Health Club is included.<br />
hilton.com<br />
Novotel Reading Centre<br />
Perfectly suited in the heart of the town. Many of<br />
Reading's best restaurants, bars and shops are just<br />
a stone's throw from the hotel, and you are close<br />
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