Kings and queens have stayed here. Courtiers have flirted with ladies-in-waiting in the ancient yew-hedged gardens. Serving girls have chattered in the stone-flagged courtyard. Today, Thornbury Castle still resonates with history and is the only Tudor castle in England to be open as a hotel…and it’s only 15 minutes from the M5.

However, step behind the heavy oak doors and you'll find a magnificent hotel with roaring fires, delicious modern cuisine and sumptuous bedchambers – a truly special setting for an overnight stay, a weekend away or for more formal occasions.

Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn once walked these rooms and grounds. Today, the 500 year-old castle-palace with its beautiful oriel windows, Tudor hall and historic parkland is yours for the duration of your stay. There has even been a vineyard within the castle walls for over 500 years, from which Thornbury Castle wine is still produced.


Enjoy a regal night's sleep in the Duke's Bedchamber where King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept or favour the Gloucester Bedchamber and wake up to a view of the oldest Tudor gardens in England - the Privy Garden and Goodly Garden.

 

"Our stay at Thornbury Castle was the perfect ending to a perfect wedding day. It exceeded our high expectations. Thanks for all your help and for keeping me up to date etc."

"The food was amazing and reasonably priced. The staff were there when you wanted them and gone when you didn't. I will be highly recommending this castle and your services to anyone looking for a special night away."

"The Thornbury staff were the best I have encountered in all my travels. I look forward to a return visit. The front desk service was exceptional-they went out of their way to make sure we had the best experience. Many thanks."

"What an amazing place. The room, food and service were all above our expectations and we had high expectations. Well worth the 4 hours drive in the early hours of new year. Thanks very much for your help finding this hotel. If we win the lottery we have decided to live there!"

  



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