Lyons Woodlands Hall

We had an amazing time at Lyons Woodlands Hall. We had booked a lodge weeks ago and had no idea that there would be a storm! We managed to get to the hotel after driving through floods and fallen trees etc. When we arrived, there was no one in reception and we sat down to warm up and wait in the bar. After a few minutes, a really nice man called Will asked us about our stay and what we had booked etc. He couldn't have been more helpful, especially when he explained that there were hardly any staff in because of the storm. He spoke to his manager who agreed that, should we not be able to travel home on Sunday as planned, that we could stay an extra night free of charge. He offered us afternoon tea free of charge and explained about breakfast with Santa in the morning. He honestly deserves a pay rise and a bonus for Xmas!! The lodge itself was clean, spacious and very warm, the heating had been left on which we were very grateful for! There were 2 toilets, which, when you have 3 teenagers, was a godsend! The kitchen had plates, mugs, cooking utensils etc. The beds were comfy and we all had a good night's sleep, even with the wind raging. I'd read some previous reviews about the lodges and was apprehensive about staying here, but in my opinion, it was a lovely stay and the staff were beyond helpful. We can't fault a thing.

The greeting was amazing. Will was so kind, and although we arrived at 8.10 just after the kitchen had closed Will and the chief went out of their way to make sure we were fed. The entertainment was a surprise but great fun. I would have preferred it to have started and ended a little earlier as we had an early start the next day.

The room was lovely though very charactful however very noisy glad I didn't want an early night due to noise in the bar.

We felt welcome as soon as we arrived. The staff were very friendly and we had some fantastic conversations. The interior was beautiful. The beds were super comfortable which is a rare thing at hotels. The prices for food and drink were affordable unlike some hotels who actually normally increase prices. We would love to learn more about the building.

We checked in easily and got shown to our room. It was a massive room with en suite. Very clean. Two beds in our room. Large tv, tea/coffee facilities. Two comfortable arm chairs and coffee table. En suite had shower above bath, shaving power point, hand basin and toilet. They provided lovely clean towels, small bottles of shower gel, shampoo, hand lotion and individual soaps. Food can be bought in the evenings. Evening meals very good. Breakfasts you could help yourself to as much or as little as you wanted.