Old Burghclere
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Visit Old Burghclere

pentahotel Reading
"Good location, not too far from the railway station. The late check-out on a Sunday (1pm) was great for having a shower and changing after the Reading Half Marathon. Lots of places to eat nearby, if you don't fancy eating in the hotel. Room and bathroom were clean and functional. Tea and coffee-making ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Village Hotel Basingstoke
"Stayed 12th-14th june. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean etc. Only one downfall .... I booked a room and they charged me to park in the carpark 😂 , but when you go outside and look at the signs. It says free from Friday to Sunday. But otherwise excellent. I cannot fault the place. ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

The Winchester Hotel & Spa
"Another contented stay. This hotel ticks so many boxes that my local friends recommend it to other visitors from out of town whom they lack the space to accommodate. Good quality food at breakfast and dinner, we haven't sampled lunch other than bar food. Would recommend as within reasonable walking ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

PREMIER SUITES Reading
"A great location to stay and easy to get to and from the train station. Had booked using Hotels.com and booked 2 apartments. Whatever the mix up was I got a call saying I hadn’t paid for any of them and was a total mix up. Language barrier didn’t help and would put me off doing it again"
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

City Wall House by House of Fisher
"Sad to see a 4-star facility degraded to a 2-star one. Furniture and electrical items were in a terrible state. Complaints were met with 'we have reported it to maintenance' which basically means that nothing will be done during your stay! Shower head had to be propped up with rope to stop it falling! ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room
"We had an amazing long weekend at this property with our group of friends and kids (between 6 and 10yrs). The weather was lovely, so we took full advantage of the great outdoor dining / lounge area while the kids played in the large garden. The kitchen was well equipped and we had everything we needed. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit

Highclere Castle
Visit this stately home which is also the setting of the acclaimed BBC drama Downtown Abbey. Appreciate its grandeur, beauty and expansive grounds.

Donnington Castle
Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War.

Shaw House
After a tumultuous history and a massive restoration project, this Elizabethan manor is now a center for events and conferences.

Welford Park
You can find out about the history of Welford with a visit to Welford Park. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

West Berkshire Museum
Delve into the history of Newbury and West Berkshire at this delightful regional museum that focuses on the surrounding landscape and the lives of local people.
Newbury Racecourse
Enjoy a trip to Newbury Racecourse and popular activities such as golfing in Greenham. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail

Bombay Sapphire Gin Cocktail Masterclass and Tour







