Spring is here, come on in...

The cottages and surrounds are looking and sounding spectacular at the moment. The playground is full of colourful primroses, the blossom is out on the blackthorn and the gunnera by the pond are growing great guns. The birdsong in the morning is something else. I've been enjoying seeing how many different species I can rack up on the Merlin app.  

We've been open for the season now for a couple of weeks, having kicked off with a super successful and very sunny retreat weekend on the Spring Equinox. 

We are full this week with Easter guests but we do have availability in Apple (sleeps 3) and Cider (6) from Friday 10th April and in Swallow (6) from Saturday 11th April. Hay (7) is fully booked 'til Friday 17th.

Three night minimum stays from £80 a night in Apple, £120 a night in Cider and Swallow. Flexible check in and departure days throughout April. ​

A reminder to please follow the Countryside Code when out walking:

The bluebells are coming out along the lanes and in the ancient woodland. It is a gorgeous time to get out and explore our footpaths and bridleways. However, please be sure to close gates behind you and keep dogs on lead around livestock including horses. Our neighbours at Blackborough House stables have horses including a pregnant mare in their parkland field through which a footpath runs so please make especially sure to close gates and keep your dogs on lead. New laws have recently come into force regarding dogs and livestock worrying. Please also take any rubbish including dog waste home with you to dispose of responsibly. Thank you. 

For more information on the Countryside Code click here

Refurb news:
The main project Mark and Graeme undertook this winter was renovating the windows in the communal conservatory. That involved replacing the rotten windowsills, replacing blown glass and giving the whole thing a smart new paint job. So far I've neglected to get photos of the finished product so will upload some to our social media feeds as soon as possible. ​