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Astley Bank HotelAstley Bank, Bolton Road, Blackburn, Darwen, BB3 2QB (Show map)
Excellent,
Score from 68 reviews
“ A pleasant place to stay. Would recommend it. ”
Peter,
Bognor Regis
Standing on 6 acres of grounds, this superb 19th century mansion house and its extensive gardens have superbly maintained their original characteristics while being updated to offer all modern comforts. Once home to some of Lancashire's leading dignitaries, the Astley Bank Hotel has been transformed from a private mansion house to an exclusive Hotel, Conference Centre and Restaurant. The wood traditional paneling, open-fires and old world feel contribute to its unique character. Awarded the Lancashire Life award for Hotel of the Year, Astley Bank has gained a reputation as one of the premier hotels and conference centers in the northwest. Hotel Rooms: 37 The most recent booking for this hotel was made on May 23 at 13:38 from United Kingdom.
GeneralRestaurant, Bar, Grounds, Terrace, Non-smoking Rooms, Baggage Storage, All Spaces Non-Smoking (Public and Private) ActivitiesDarts ServicesRoom Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Honeymoon Suite, Packed Lunches, Fax/Photocopying
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Total Hotel Score:8.8
Based on 68 reviews Guest reviews are written by our customers after their stay at Astley Bank Hotel. |
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John
Mature couple
Great Witley,
United Kingdom
May 1, 2013
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Comfort, relaxed and up to date decor downstairs. Excellent food, friendly staff. Room rather cramped, shower pressure and controls poor.
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9.2 |
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Stephen
Mature couple
Preston,
United Kingdom
April 23, 2013
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The setting, the grounds, the building and the welcoming nature and helpfulness of the staff. We only had the breakfast but we were a party of 11 family members but the food was excellent and nothing was too much trouble. Didn't realise previous occupant had left the tv setting to come on at 6am - on a Sunday morning after only getting in at 2am it was a bit of a shock!!
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9.6 |
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Julia
Solo traveler
London,
United Kingdom
March 26, 2013
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The service was great. Lovely hotel. I didn't like Darwen. I was just passing through but I'm glad I found a good hotel
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8.8 |
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Amie
Young couple
Newcastle Upon Tyne,
United Kingdom
February 25, 2013
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Lovely room and excellent food and very good service. I thought it was excellent value for money "luxury" for affordable price! The room and luxury bathroom. The food was excellent real homemade cooking but very well presented.
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10 |
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Margaret
Mature couple
Stoke sub Hamdon,
United Kingdom
February 3, 2013
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We stayed here to attend a family funeral, everyone was very welcoming.We were given an upgrade and had a very pleasant quiet room which was much appreciated.
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9.2 |
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Roger
Solo traveler
Mickleton, Chipping Campden,
United Kingdom
January 13, 2013
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Superb hotel and friendly staff. Using postcode in the satnav will take you to the wrong address.
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9.6 |
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Gary
Solo traveler
Lincoln,
United Kingdom
January 13, 2013
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Sat Nav directions from the post code takes you up a cul-de-sac and then someone's drive, I would recommend when booking that the directions state second turning after the garage and then take an immediate left if you don't you end up on a housing estate.
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7.5 |
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Charles
Mature couple
Failsworth. Manchester,
United Kingdom
January 8, 2013
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Very good hotel nice rooms gave us upgraded rooms no extra charge we had a birthday party there many thanks Charles shaw
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9.6 |
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Margaret
Mature couple
Northampton,
United Kingdom
December 30, 2012
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Lovely interiors which were of a very high standard. The room was extremely comfortable, very clean and of a good size with everything we needed. The highlight of our stay was the warm and friendly attitude of the staff and the excellent meals in the restaurant.
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10 |
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David
Solo traveler
nottingham,
United Kingdom
December 14, 2012
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location
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10 |
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John
Mature couple
warrington,
United Kingdom
December 1, 2012
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super accomodation ,friendly helpful staff nothing
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10 |
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John
Group of friends
Halesowen,
United Kingdom
November 30, 2012
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Very convenient location. Comfortable rooms. Friendly staff. Great food.
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10 |
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Caroline
Mature couple
London,
United Kingdom
November 23, 2012
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Very comfortable, welcoming hotel. The building has character and is set in attractive grounds. Free wi-fi in the rooms very useful
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9.6 |
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Ian
Mature couple
Dunstable,
United Kingdom
October 30, 2012
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The staff were lovely. We stayed in an exec double which was superb value for money and v clean. We stayed as we were going to Ewood Park for the football and it was a v short bus ride away but walkable. The hotel's restaurant had superb service and the food was gorgeous. Unfortunately there were some v unruley guests staying who were swearing and shouting when they arrived back at 4am. They had a do not disturb sign on their door and with great joy the hotel manager went and banged on their door at 9am, following client complaints, to make them check out. The hotel does not tolerate fools gladly which was a very welcome thing to know for future bookings we will make at this hotel. Apart from these fools, I cannot fault the hotel.
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10 |
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Caroline
Mature couple
London,
United Kingdom
October 12, 2012
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The building and grounds are lovely, the staff friendly, the room with jacuzzi bath extremely comfortable. There is free wi-fi in the room which was very useful The kitchen extractor fan was beneath our window and was a bit noisy - but it is turned off at night so it didn't disturb our sleep.
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9.6 |
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Peter
Mature couple
Bognor Regis,
United Kingdom
August 29, 2012
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A pleasant place to stay. Would recommend it.
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9.6 |
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Paul
Mature couple
Manchester,
United Kingdom
August 28, 2012
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I found astley bank was a beautiful place very impressive on first view the night time staff was very friendly but the morning staff was very rude left a lot to be desired
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7.1 |
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Robert
Mature couple
NR NEWARK,
United Kingdom
August 13, 2012
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The hotel was very welcoming and the food very good. Advise guests staying on the top floor that there is no lift before they arrive. Our room had no full length mirror which for a hotel of this standard is an omission.
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8.3 |
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Susan
Family with older children
Newton Aycliffe,
United Kingdom
July 31, 2012
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The staff were very friendly, and our rooms were available early for us to use in order to get ready to attend the wedding whose reception was being held there on the first day of our stay which was a great help to us.
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7.5 |
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Grahame
Mature couple
Connahs Quay,
United Kingdom
July 30, 2012
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Beautiful house, well decorated. Staff generally friendly. Lovely gardens. Quiet. Bed too narrow. I needed an extra pillow or thicker pillows, due to neck vertibra problems. My wife also thought the pillow was far too thin. Bar prices far too expensive.
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8.3 |
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Christopher
Mature couple
Wisborough Green,
United Kingdom
July 25, 2012
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Very friendly, helpful staff. Hotel in very pleasant surroundings for what is a "town" location on the outskirts of Darwen. Building has plenty of character unlike some of the modern "septic" hotels around. All in all very pleasant.
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8.3 |
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Anthony
Family with older children
Cheltenham,
United Kingdom
July 21, 2012
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A country feel yet close to the north Lancashire towns and motorway lnks. Close enough to the M6 for a stop over enroute to north of country.
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9.2 |
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Norm
Mature couple
Tura Beach,
Australia
July 20, 2012
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Fantastic dining & service
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8.3 |
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Julie
Family with older children
jilliby,
Australia
July 14, 2012
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everyone was helpfull and friendly, the gardens are beautifull, an amazing setting.clean and comfortable.
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10 |
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Carol
Group of friends
liverpool,
United Kingdom
July 3, 2012
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The location.and surroundings. I found the cooked breakfast wasnt very big..it was fine for me but I wouldnt say it would be substantial enough for a man .
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10 |
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