Local Reviews
In January 2022, Customer in BN21 said about Swain Brothers
Exemplary, from point of order, to completion.
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In January 2022, Customer in BN20 said about Swain Brothers
This is the second time we have had work done by Swain Brothers and I cannot recommend them highly enough. The process from the quotation stage to the finished work is professional and done to a high standard. I cannot fault the workmanship in any way and leave the site clean and tidy. Will be booking them again soon for the next job!
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In February 2022, Customer in BN27 said about Swain Brothers
Excellent service
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In February 2022, Customer in BN23 said about Swain Brothers
Superb team, they done a great job on replacing all of our windows and doors. Andy, Tom, Tim and Zack were a great team. Conservatory looks super after a complete change of roof and windows
Clean tidy up. Would recommend and would absolutely use Swain Bros again.
Clean tidy up. Would recommend and would absolutely use Swain Bros again.
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In May 2022, Customer in BN20 said about Swain Brothers
I cannot recommend Swain Bros more highly, excellent workmanship and great service. We are delighted with our Conservatory transformation. Tim, Andy, Zac, Tom and team were polite, very hard working and kept us informed throughout the project. Thank you so much!
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In October 2012, Mrhilton said about Burlington Hotel
I must have had a funny turn when I booked a 4 night mid week break at the Burlington!! I paid extra for a superior, sea view room. My wife now feels that I should have funny turns a bit more often as it was an excellent choice and well worth the extra money.
We were self drive, and also paid an extra fiver a night fot our own car parking space!!! Another good choice. Reception staff were always helpful, but must get a bit fed up of having to unlock the chain on the car park with regularity. Never a complaint though.
Our room was large and airy. The bed linen was spotless as was the rest of the room and bathroom. Yes it is old and very creaky, but then so am I, so we were well matched!! A bath and overhead shower was in the bathroom, together with the usual goodies which were replenished daily.
It must be remembered that this is a coaching hotel, and if you are expecting gourmet food you will be disappointed. However, the menues are good, the food is hot and tasty, and the waitress on our table always had a smile. What more could you want for the money??
Mark was the man for the obligatory bingo and compare for the entertainment.I have to say that on the first night we did wonder what we had let oueselves in for, but he certainly grew on you as the week went on. We enjoyed him more than the brought in acts.
The hotel is in a great position overlooking the pier and a short walk to the shopping centre. It is a good place to stay if you want to explore the surrounding countryside of Sussex and I would have no hestation in recommending it. HOWEVER, looking at some of the other Reviews, it looks like you will have to have a funny turn too when you book!! A superior, sea view is certainly the one to go for.
Have a great time.
We were self drive, and also paid an extra fiver a night fot our own car parking space!!! Another good choice. Reception staff were always helpful, but must get a bit fed up of having to unlock the chain on the car park with regularity. Never a complaint though.
Our room was large and airy. The bed linen was spotless as was the rest of the room and bathroom. Yes it is old and very creaky, but then so am I, so we were well matched!! A bath and overhead shower was in the bathroom, together with the usual goodies which were replenished daily.
It must be remembered that this is a coaching hotel, and if you are expecting gourmet food you will be disappointed. However, the menues are good, the food is hot and tasty, and the waitress on our table always had a smile. What more could you want for the money??
Mark was the man for the obligatory bingo and compare for the entertainment.I have to say that on the first night we did wonder what we had let oueselves in for, but he certainly grew on you as the week went on. We enjoyed him more than the brought in acts.
The hotel is in a great position overlooking the pier and a short walk to the shopping centre. It is a good place to stay if you want to explore the surrounding countryside of Sussex and I would have no hestation in recommending it. HOWEVER, looking at some of the other Reviews, it looks like you will have to have a funny turn too when you book!! A superior, sea view is certainly the one to go for.
Have a great time.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In October 2012, BROOKSTEROO7 said about Burlington Hotel
my husband and i visited eastbourne for the first time this year for 33rd wedding anniversary.... we stayed at the burlington and our room was clean, warm and replenished everyday with clean towels, and milk ,sugar for making drinks when we came in from our day of exploring eastbourne. The eveing meals were very nice, served very hot...and professional and pleasant waitress..... All staff were most helpful...... in reception they printed off a map as to where i could find a friend i anted to visit..... most enjoyable stay ...and will go back at somepoint.....
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In October 2012, Cobdeners said about Burlington Hotel
Location is brilliant (Eastbourne pier is just across the road, as is a beachside cafe with decking; shops and pubs just around the corner).
Staff are great, no matter how busy they are. (True of most Shearings / Bay / etc hotels we've stayed in)
Meals perfectly acceptable.
Rooms clean and tidy with en-suite and basic brewing up facilities. Beds reasonably comfy. Room sizes varied a lot. Ours was small but had everything we needed. Our friends' rooms just along the corridor were two or three times bigger. But that was pot luck. No views (apart from the back of the hotel) but we didn't request seaviews etc.
Entertainment most nights of our four-night stay was bingo, a quiz then a singer or entertainer or the hotel's resident compere/singer/entertainer who was very good. We soon learned to eat dinner early in order to get a seat for the bingo!
We go with friends or by ourselves on these holiday breaks. They're a great way of seeing different parts of the country either by self-drive or, on this occasion, by Shearings coach.
As part of the holiday, we had two coach trips out - to Brighton and to Bexhill on sea. We also paid for an extra trip to Rye, which was well worth it.
Our driver knew the Eastbourne area well. He took us on routes that went past all sorts of historic, quirky or interesting places and he was also a mine of equally interesting information and anecdotes.
Good fun all round. Which is what a holiday is all about, after all!
Staff are great, no matter how busy they are. (True of most Shearings / Bay / etc hotels we've stayed in)
Meals perfectly acceptable.
Rooms clean and tidy with en-suite and basic brewing up facilities. Beds reasonably comfy. Room sizes varied a lot. Ours was small but had everything we needed. Our friends' rooms just along the corridor were two or three times bigger. But that was pot luck. No views (apart from the back of the hotel) but we didn't request seaviews etc.
Entertainment most nights of our four-night stay was bingo, a quiz then a singer or entertainer or the hotel's resident compere/singer/entertainer who was very good. We soon learned to eat dinner early in order to get a seat for the bingo!
We go with friends or by ourselves on these holiday breaks. They're a great way of seeing different parts of the country either by self-drive or, on this occasion, by Shearings coach.
As part of the holiday, we had two coach trips out - to Brighton and to Bexhill on sea. We also paid for an extra trip to Rye, which was well worth it.
Our driver knew the Eastbourne area well. He took us on routes that went past all sorts of historic, quirky or interesting places and he was also a mine of equally interesting information and anecdotes.
Good fun all round. Which is what a holiday is all about, after all!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In November 2012, KRNOTTS said about Burlington Hotel
Went on a Shearings coach weekend taking over from an even more elderly relative who was ill, and went with no expectations, so not surprised that I didn't rave about the hotel. Perfect location on the seafront opposite the pier, and only a comfortable walk(no slopes) from the town centre/shops/bars/restaurants etc. Rooms seem to vary - ours was spacious but basic and clean. Carpet worn, and gaps in window frame let in draught. En suite also clean,but without basic toiletries. Ceiling above the shower needs re-plastering. Plenty of hot water. Have read in other reviews that food was good, but for us that was far from true. Portions were small, veg bland and seemed to have spent too long in water. Traditional breakfast very basic. However, we accept that for the price charged, the kitchen must operate on a limited budget. One lady who had been before agreed that the food was mediocre, but said it had been much better on her previous visit.On the plus side, service was quick from very friendly staff. Staff throughout the hotel were very good and helpful. The entertainment seemed to go down well with most residents, and for clients who enjoy bingo, a quiz and an OK compere, it would be fine. Very good singer did one spot on our first night, but set a standard which could not be maintained. This is my personal review, and I would certainly not go back, but the hotel is set up to appeal to a certain market on a limited budget, and seems to do so quite well.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In November 2012, 612jovibabe said about Burlington Hotel
Just returned from a turkey and tinsel holiday with shearings at this hotel can't fault it. Its the second time at this hotel stayed there in the summer the staff here are the best I have come across,there were some new additions to the staff since the summer but this is only for the better Matthew S needs a special mention he is so nice with all the guests and works hard. Also another person who needs a mention is Mark who is the compare he made our evenings most enjoyable. Food good trips good. I took My Dad and Aunt they love it here so will be returning sometime next year.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk