The Bobster visits Ashdown Park Hotel and Spa, East Sussex

We decided to visit Ashdown Park Hotel in East Sussex during the half-term break for an overnight stay.

As you can see from the photographs the weather was amazing and we had a couple of great days enjoying the hotel and the grounds. For the little humans, there was a welcome pack on arrival. To entertain them, there was a swimming pool, tennis courts and walks through the landscaped gardens where the beautiful rhododendrons were in bloom, and walks through the woods which lead to the nearby llama park. Simply playing under the trees, or taking in the view was a relaxing break away from city life. There is a spa for adults and golf course, and mini golf.

The restaurant was great. A great choice for dinner and we had a super English wine to accompany it(among with a choice of all the usual wines on offer). The buffet breakfast was also good. The staff are very friendly and on the ball.

This was the view from my room, overlooking the golf course

I really enjoyed the walks as the grounds are lovely, and it was great to eat with the humans on the terrace. Luckily the weather was beautiful as I am not allowed to be in any of the hotel reception rooms or bar. Dogs are only permitted in the Fairway suites which, while they do overlook the grounds and have French doors leading outside, with its own little patio seating area, the rooms are more expensive, especially if the human is a single occupant. The hotel caters for dogs in a very special way that I have not seen before. I was asked if I would like a home cooked meal of fresh chicken and rice. What could I say? woof! 5🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾  Yes, please,

and it was delivered promptly to my room at the requested time. Added to that there was a massive array of goodies in the room when I arrived. Wow!! The charge for my stay was £30 per night and I was provided with a bed, bowls, a ton of goodies, and a home cooked meal. Thank you Ashdown Park!

 

Near the Ashdown Park is Pooh Corner, a very cute tea shop which sells all things Winnie the Pooh related. You can also visit the places mentioned in the books. Worth a stop.