Local Reviews
In March 2026, Resort05635682022 said about Holiday Inn Preston
I've used the room multiple times for meetings, Amanda is always a superb host, makes us feel welcome sets the room up and is great company every time I arrive.
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In March 2026, Nicola McCarthy said about Holiday Inn Preston
I've been staying at this hotel and using the conference facilities for Business since 2022 and never had a bad stay. All the staff are super friendly but Amanda, Maria and Lorraine deserve a shout out!
The hotel food menu is great and changes regularly.
The hotel food menu is great and changes regularly.
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In March 2026, Vicky S said about Holiday Inn Preston
Amanda was fantastic, very polite and friendly and nothing was trouble
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In March 2026, Doug A said about Holiday Inn Preston
Lovely stay and Amanda in the meeting team was super helpful and friendly for the syndicate room we had booked.
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In August 2015, Le Moulin de la Vallais said about Hestercombe Gardens
Allow 3-4 hours to properly explore the formal gardens, more naturalistic landscape, and the dozen or so follies therein. The courtyard cafe is reasonably priced (allow £20 for lunch for four) whilst the adjoining shop and plant nursery is compact but with a diverse stock range - visit there last, as it stocks many of the plants you'll have seen in the formal gardens. Book online in advance for a useful discount.
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In August 2015, Susan M said about Hestercombe Gardens
This was an organised trip as a day out for 30 people. Most went on a prearranged guided tour and everyone agreed the tour guide was terrific. Those less able did what parts of the garden they could and enjoyed the wonderful lay out and the flowers still in bloom and some of the historic interests. As we arrived early everyone had coffee or a drink in the café before setting off round the 48acre garden and although we were a large party the café dealt with us quite quickly. Heavy rain had been forecast but amazingly did not arrive so we were all in good spirits for the excellent food served at lunchtime something for all price ranges. We did not partake in the wonderful afternoon teas served from 12noon in the upmarket dining area, but had a quick look, these ranged from £8.50 to about £21.00! Try it for a real treat but the café is fine and has indoor and outdoor seating. Toilets placed in strategic places and a nice shop that included plants. Plenty of parking and picnic areas and you can take the dog.
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In August 2015, Jodelode said about Hestercombe Gardens
Perfect place to while away some hours, enjoy the formal gardens and walk around the grounds. Lovely cafe area- make sure you check their serving times for hot food as we unfortunately were caught out and could only have cake!! (which was lovely).
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In August 2015, adrian_wylie380 said about Hestercombe Gardens
A wonderful combination of natural landscape and small lakes and walkways contrasting with formal gardens. The formal gardens were stunning and anyone who likes plants should visit. The restaurant is lovely.
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In August 2015, 1984jessm said about Hestercombe Gardens
I've visited Hestercombe Gardens on a number of occasions and have always had a great time. I have taken my younger sister when they had an Easter hunt and have also gone with adult friends. The gardens are gorgeous and I recommend going on either a sunny or Autumnal day. There is a great walk you can take and they provide you with a map with all the sites for you to see. I expecially love the waterfall and all the little buildings you come across. There is a sweet little cafe where you can get snacks and drinks. Hestercombe were also kind enough to donate some free tickets to me a few years ago for a charity raffle I was holding. This was very generous and I urge people to support this great attraction. Be aware, it's a little out of the way, so easier to get to by car! It's family friendly in as much as the activites they have but you may struggle with a pushchair or wheelchair, due to the uneven ground in places and some of the hills!
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In August 2015, Mary T said about Hestercombe Gardens
We always enjoy a good stroll around gardens. Worth having membership if you go more than once. Food at the end of walk is always very tasty 😀
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