Tudor Lodge

Stayed two nights with the dog. The room was clean, well equipped and had parking right outside, and breakfast was nice. Staff were friendly and the place had a relaxed feel. I enjoyed it and would return. I do wish there’d been a bar, though, since the pub down the road was closed for refurbishment.

We were camping at the Beavers retreat and ate at Tudor Lodge twice. Both times we arrived just after the kitchen had closed, but the staff were so welcoming and friendly that they still served us. The food was great, the service even better, and they were very accommodating about our puppy coming along too.

The building has been fitted out beautifully, with lovely, comfortable lounges. The food and service were pretty average, though. The more experienced staff were good, but some of the younger ones were hit and miss with customer service, sometimes forgetting things for the table or giving an indifferent welcome. Soft music in the restaurant would make the atmosphere much nicer.

I only stayed one night and it felt a little surreal. The main building was shut for the evening due to staff shortages, so there was no chance to eat or get a drink at the bar. I picked up my key from a key safe and never saw any staff. All communication was by electronic messages. The room was large, very clean and well equipped. Breakfast was available, but I chose not to have it. When I left, I just put the key back in the safe.