CHESHIRE: Step back in time with a stay in one of the UK’s original stately mansions
| 7th October 2021
CHESHIRE: Step back in time with a staycation in one of the country’s stately homes. Set in the extensive grounds of the Cheshire countryside sits Crewe Hall, a Jacobean stately mansion and grade I listed building.
Built in 1615 for Sir Randolph Crewe, it’s one of Cheshire’s largest homes of the 17th century.
This historic building is now part of the QHotels group and features 117 bedrooms, 25 of which are located in the original old building with period style décor. Facilities also include a restaurant, brasserie, gym, spa and swimming pool.
We checked into Crewe Hall to follow in the footsteps of royalty and to experience the rich heritage first-hand.
CHESHIRE: Step back in time with a stay in one of the UK’s original stately mansions
Upon entering Crewe Hall for the first time, we were simply blown away by the fabulous décor. The reception hall has remained completely in-tact and dates back to 1870 which was the year the rebuild was complete, due to a fire which ravaged the Old Hall in 1866.
The staff on hand were very welcoming, and even explained some of the history of the building as we looked around in awe.
We booked dinner upon check in and made our way through the vast building towards our room. We stayed in the modern wing of the building, which houses the brasserie and health club.
Our room was incredibly spacious with air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, mini bar and TV. The bathroom was lovely and big with double sinks and a separate bath and shower.
CHESHIRE: Step back in time with a stay in one of the UK’s original stately mansions
The Brasserie Bar & Restaurant features a contemporary menu filled with British classics. With an open kitchen guests can watch the chefs work like a well-oiled machine as they wait.
To start we opted for the ham hock and the glazed meatballs with pork crackling. Both dishes came perfectly plated, fresh and with a perfect balance of flavours.
For our mains we stuck with traditional British classics, I had the lamb pie with mash potato and peas whilst my other half opted for the 6oz dry aged Bistro rump steak with onion rings and chips. Both dishes went down very well. The quality of the food was on point, bar a slightly over cooked steak (we asked for medium and were served well done).
When it came to dessert we stuck with the British theme for the night and shared a cheeseboard and a sticky toffee pudding.
After dinner we were about ready to pop so we headed back to the room to slip into our comfy hotel robes for a cosy night in.
The next morning, we headed down to Breakfast. The breakfast times on a weekend are from 7am – 11am. I very much appreciated the later breakfast time as it meant we didn’t have to get up super early and we had time to build up a good appetite, I’m not one that can eat as soon as I wake up.
The Brasserie breakfast includes a continental section of croissants and pastries, cereals, yoghurts and fruits, as well as a hot breakfast where you can expect to find sausages, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, hash browns, mushrooms and beans. Vegetarian sausages are also available upon request.
Teas and coffees as well as an extensive fruit juice selection is also available. I thoroughly enjoyed the hot breakfast and I’d give the breakfast buffet a solid 8/10.
Afternoon tea is also available in the historic Sheridan lounge, rich and opulent, one of the room’s main features is an ornately carved oak screen, which gives the room the look of an old college hall, alongside the comfy seats and plush sofas. Traditional afternoon tea is available for £25.
Overall, I’d definitely visit Crewe Hall again. For a staycation you simply cannot beat this quintessentially British experience.