Castle St, Thornbury, BS35 1HH
Harden's survey result
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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Owner's description
Pass through the gateway and find, beyond those striking stone walls, a true escape from the everyday; a luxurious Relais & Châteaux retreat that channels 1520s grandeur and 2020s splendour all at once.
From the lovingly tended produce that we continue to source from our kitchen garden, to the British-inspired dishes that are artfully prepared by Executive Chef Carl Cleghorn and his team, our passion is to deliver a truly memorable and impressive dining experience to all"
Restaurant details
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 |
