Harden's survey result
Summary
“What a romantic place to spend the night and for dining!” – this “very comfortable” Relais & Chateaux property has “links to Henry VIII [who stayed here with Anne Boleyn in 1535] and such well-preserved interiors”, which all help contribute to the “memorable experience” of “splendour and warmth” that one might expect in such quarters. “Service is good and staff are friendly and helpful” too in this “very comfortable establishment”. Culinary achievements have been on the up here in recent times and one diner notes “dramatic improvement since a previous visit over 6 years ago… the venue used to be the highlight with links to The Tudors etc and such well-preserved interiors… now the food and service are really starting to catch up!”
Summary
If it was good enough for Henry VIII’s honeymoon with Anne Boleyn… – wood panelling, mullioned windows, oil paintings and plush furnishings abound at this luxurious Relais & Chateaux property (built in the 1520s). It’s maintaining its standards despite a recent change of personnel: “it saw several key changes earlier this year with the departure of the hotel manager, sommelier and notably chef, Carl Cleghorn. A recent visit, however, showed the new chef very much rising to the occasion, with two dinners showing very good cooking continuing the high standards. Service was friendly and staff personable throughout. A very enjoyable experience in an astounding setting”.
Summary
“We first went 50 years ago… it was wonderful then and absolutely amazing now!” – this luxurious property (built in the 1520s and part of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn’s honeymoon itinerary) is “so quintessentially English in its historic ambience” (“it was fun watching overseas tourists being overawed with their surroundings!”). “A recent refurbishment of the Hotel, elevation to Relais & Chateaux membership and appointment of Carl Cleghorn as Executive Chef, have put Thornbury Castle firmly back on the culinary map. The menu and standard of cooking, particularly in the desserts, coupled with friendly and welcoming staff are now a match for the quite stunning rooms and grounds of the Castle itself”.
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Castle St, Thornbury, BS35 1HH
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £60.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Castle St, Thornbury, BS35 1HH
Opening hours
| Monday | 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑9 pm |
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