Stanley House Hotel & Spa

Mellor, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 7NP.

Set in 54 acres of glorious Ribble Valley countryside, this 17th century manor house has been lovingly converted and now offers 30 first-class bedrooms, a stylish restaurant and a world-class spa. Just a short drive from Blackburn and motorway links.

  • 17th Century

The Bath Arms Hotel

Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3AA.

A stroll away from Cheddar Gorge and Caves, the Bath Arms offers adult only accommodation with an on-site restaurant and bar. The famous gorge is where Britain’s oldest complete human skeleton was discovered in 1903. Cheddar Man is thought to be over 9,000 years old.

  • 18th Century

Woburn Hotel

Woburn Hotel, Woburn, Bedfordshire, MK17 9PX.

With easy access to the M1, this charming 18th century country house is peacefully set in picturesque Woburn village. Part of the Duke of Bedford’s Estate, the hotel offers well furnished en-suite rooms and an excellent 2 AA rosette restaurant.

  • 18th Century

Bishopstrow Hotel and Spa

Bishopstrow, nr. Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9HH.

Surrounded by Neolithic mounds and barrows, Bishopstrow House dates from the early 19th century after the original manor house was destroyed by fire. Now with 32 individually designed guest rooms and suites, each of which combines the best of country living with convenient modern touches.

  • 19th Century

Norwood Hall Hotel

Cults, Grampian, Scotland, AB15 9FX.

This 18th century listed mansion house is set in acres of lovely grounds, yet is also within the heart of Aberdeen. There is an AA rosette restaurant, and the rooms in the hotel are all elegantly furnished.

  • 19th Century

Oakley Hall Hotel

Oakley, nr. Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 7EL.

Guests at this grand Georgian manor house can dine in elegance in the award-winning Glasshouse restaurant. Set in 315 acre estate grounds, Oakley Hall offers a choice of luxurious and executive bedrooms, as well as four poster suites.

  • 18th Century

Castle Inn Hotel

Castle Inn, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RG.

A former 16th century coaching inn, the Castle Inn now offers bright and airy en-suite rooms, complete with free Wi-Fi. Enjoying views over Bassenthwaite Lake, the hotel’s extensive leisure facilities include a spa pool, sauna and tennis courts.

  • 18th Century