Parkwood Hotel

Parking is plenty and it’s free. We are in room 6 and I thought the size is alright with table to work and a coffee and tea making facilities Big bright bathroom .

Friends visiting from Australia we booked all the rooms for an overnight stay. We arrived Sunday afternoon and had a couple of drinks until everyone arrived. The beers and wines were quite extensive and no problem with opening a tab as we were staying for the night. Because it was Sunday the meal was Sunday roast choice of three meats or all. There is also a vegetarian option. The food was served hot and portions were more than adequate. We could have had puddings but we were too full for that. As there were twelve of us we were given a large table in the dining room as the bar got very busy, The children played board games and we caught up on thirty years of memories. That's where we stopped before going to bed. It was a hot day so the fans in the rooms was more than welcome. ( nice touch ). The room we had was perfect clean, and comfy, with flat screen tv, tea, coffee, biscuits. The breakfast menu was very extensive and again served hot and more than enough. The gardens looked were well thought out with terraced area covered party area and large lawn with seating as it had all been refurbished there was no expense spared. The staff were smart and attentive and had eyes on everything . The food menu catered for every taste and diet and was well presented and not expensive. All in all a good spot to meet.

Visited for the first time since it has been taken over. It was a warm day so we sat outside. The outdoor area is beautiful and reminded me of being on holiday. There was 2 members of staff working. The young girl behind the bar was also waitressing. I'm presuming she is 18 or over as she was serving on her own. Unfortunately you could tell she didn't want to be there and wasn't very friendly. Considering it's only recently opened I'd have expected a more welcoming approach on arrival. There was also an older lady working who was lovely. Chatty, friendly and helpful. Perhaps there was a difference in levels of experience or she was just having a bad day. We opted for the meal and a drink for £11. Although our son is only 8 he loves his food so we all got the deal. When it first arrived we were disappointed with the way the food looked. It was served upon a side plate, which gives you an idea of how small the portions are. My husband got the burger, which he said was good quality and tasty. However, it came with around 10 chips and no other sides. Myself and my son got the fish and chips. Again the food was delicious and fresh but we both cleared the plate as the portion was that of a child's meal. I understand the cost of food at the minute is high but I would prefer to pay more, say £15 and get a proper adults portion. Giving them the benefit of the doubt I've mentioned we could try it again without using the deal. However my husband has spoken to numerous people that have said that the main meals are also a small portion so he isn't keen. If the portion sizes were reconsidered and food was served on a dinner plate we would definitely be back as it's our local.