Beechfield House

You’ve relaxed by the pool with a glass of something sparkling. Now it’s time to nurture your physical health with a spot of exercise, and Beechfield House has just the thing.

With eight acres of lush grounds to explore, fitness here is all about fresh air and freedom. Challenge your companions to a game of croquet or football on the lawns, or lace up your trainers and head out on foot. The Beechfield House Loop is a scenic 3.7-mile route that starts right at the hotel’s doorstep, while the Melksham Riverside Walk offers a gentler amble along the River Avon. 

If you’re up for venturing a little further afield, Wiltshire has plenty of adventurous ways to stay active. You could even head to the Cotswold Water Park for kayaking, paddleboarding, or even wakeboarding across its 150 lakes. 

Calling all food lovers! Beechfield House has got your next countryside craving sorted. Set in the grand Victorian hotel and tucked among the Wiltshire woodlands, its two-AA-rosette restaurant is all about elegant simplicity, with plenty of period charm courtesy of high ceilings, grand fireplaces and glorious garden views.

Seasonal menus take centre stage, crafted with ingredients from the kitchen garden. Expect beautifully plated dishes that let the ingredients shine, whether you’re here for a long, lazy lunch or a romantic dinner for two.

Afternoon tea is something of a ritual here, too. Served on the terrace in summer or by the fire in cooler months, it’s all about homemade scones and delicate patisserie, lovingly crafted by in-house pastry chefs. And if you’re visiting on a Sunday, don’t miss the roast. It’s slow, satisfying and worth every bite.

There’s a stunning 12m outdoor pool at Beechfield House, so don’t forget your swimwear – and your designer shades! Tucked inside a warming walled garden and surrounded by blooms, the heated outdoor pool is open from May to October. It’s made for lazy laps and summer lounging, with fizz to sip and even poolside ice cream to slurp.

Yes there is. So whether you’re curling up with a book or stretching out after a day by that glamorous pool, Beechfield House’s rooms will help you enter switch-off mode.

There are 25 individually styled bedrooms, each named after trees in the grounds and brimming with character. Cosy rooms in the converted Coach House are perfect for a peaceful night’s sleep, with easy access to the gardens and pool.

Classic and Comfy Rooms in the main house offer elegant furnishings, super king-size beds, and leafy views. For something extra special, the Master Room boasts a four-poster bed and garden-facing windows. And if you’re travelling with the crew, the Garden Apartment is a self-contained hideaway with its own kitchen, lounge and private garden.

Beechfield House is tucked away in the peaceful village of Beanacre, just outside Melksham in Wiltshire. Set within eight acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, it’s the kind of place where you can hear birdsong over breakfast, yet you’re still just 30 minutes from Bath, Lacock and the Cotswolds. 

Beechfield’s own gardens, croquet lawn and swimming pool are hard to beat. But if you want to mix relaxation with exploration, you’re in luck. Lacock Abbey & Village are just five minutes away. This National Trust gem is a time capsule of medieval charm and a filming location for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey.

Or you could hop in the car for an adventure further afield. The Georgian heritage of Bath is just a 30 minute drive, while in under an hour you can be in Stonehenge, one of the world’s most iconic prehistoric sites. 

Check-in time at Great Fosters is 3pm. Want to arrive earlier? You’re more than welcome to enjoy the pool while you’re waiting for your room. On your day of departure, you can check out by 11am.

Yes it is. With spacious family suites, interconnecting rooms and even a self-contained Garden Apartment, there’s plenty of room for everyone to spread out. The eight acres of gardens and woodland are perfect for mini explorers, and in warmer months, the outdoor heated pool is a big hit with kids (and grown-ups pretending not to be).

Nearby, you’ve got family favourites like Longleat Safari Park, Bowood House and the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway. All are within easy reach for day trips. 

Yes it is. While the hotel is Grade II-listed and does not have a lift or fully adapted accessible toilets, the ground floor bar, dining rooms, and lounges are accessible. There are four wheelchair-accessible Cosy Rooms, all on one level and accessible without steps.

Absolutely. Beechfield House rolls out the red carpet for its four-legged guests, too. Dogs are warmly welcomed in selected rooms, with plenty of space to stretch their paws across the hotel’s eight acres of gardens and woodland. They’ll need to save up their paw-ket money, as it costs £20 per dog, per night.

There’s no golf course tucked into the eight acres of Beechfield House (unless you count putting practice with a croquet mallet). But don’t hang up your clubs just yet. Just 20 minutes away, Bowood Golf & Country Club offers a championship 18-hole course set in 1,500 acres of Capability Brown parkland. It’s open to visitors, and there’s even a PGA Academy if you fancy fine-tuning your swing.