Lets caveat this review because on the basis of the PEOPLE (They have a Sue and they aren't afraid…read moreto use it! And by the way, we all want to bring her home! WHAT A WOMAN! WHAT A HECK OF A WOMAN! BIGGGGEEEESSSTTT heart in Preston, but the rest of the staff ain't that far behind). The hotel itself is shameful outdated and lacking anything comfortable. The tub is a safety hazard, sinks are old, carpets are dingy, sheets are see-through, pillows are questionable... everything hotel nightmares are made out of... yet its one of the better places in town! But it is close to the train station and to UClan, and the staff will do anything to make up for the embarisingly (is that even a word?) conditions of this worn and beat up hotel. Because the staff is quite frankly - too good for the hotel or any luxury hotel - they are downright working class divinity and should all be hugged and commended for their wonderful, wonderful humanity!

As I approached from the train station, I ended up walking around the entire building looking for…read morethe entrance. Thankfully there was a sign on the wrong side, so I at least knew I was on the wrong side of it! I would have found the reception on the first floor unusual, except I'd seen it at a Travelodge only three weeks ago - so now I thinks it's actually sensible. On arrival I checked in via an electronic kiosk - that is unusual, but it was very quick and there was still a staff member on hand should it not work. In fact, it's worth saying that every staff member I talked to here were exceptionally friendly. Room was fine - minimalist, but functionary. Free wifi was painful, but the paid wifi was only a fiver, so an easy choice. Still not a super fast connection, but better than I've had at some hotels. Bathroom was a decent size, and the shower had excellent pressure. If I have to stay overnight again in Preston, then I would want to stay here again. Everything was effortless.

On a previous visit there was no cooked breakfast available. This must have been the only time this…read morehappened and the staff were very helpful. They offered us a complementary dinner voucher and we were more than happy to come back and stay again. The dinner we're having is excellent. A focus on home made ingredients and high quality ingredients makes for a delicious meal :) I can recommend the hand cut chips and burger ( from thick, lean cuts and served in a whole meal bun ). Breakfast is also highly acclaimed - having won 'the best breakfast in Britain award' multiple times. Worth stopping for on your journey over any services for the value and quality of food. Everything is freshly made and sourced locally wherever possible. From the free range eggs to the Stornoway Black Pudding all of the food was excellently prepared and presented. The cooked breakfast was tasty and delicious. My compliments to the chef. Highly recommended!

I stayed for one night on a recent visit. The hotel is a…read moremodern building on the M6 junction, next to the River Ribble. It has ample secure parking and a bar, restaurant and function rooms. Most of the guests seemed to be heading onwards on the motorway. The bar and restaurant are spacious, and the bar was busy most of the evening. My bedroom was also clean and very spacious, with a big and comfy bed. There are lawns sloping down to the river, with a decked terrace, which is very nice, although the view across the river is somewhat undermined by the roar of traffic on the nearby motorway (and the road bridges mar the view somewhat, too). The river is slow moving, so expect plenty of insect life. That was one of the main problem with my stay. It was very hot over 28C on my visit, and my room did not have air-conditioning. The window opening was limited by a safety catch, which meant it stayed hot, but still filled with insects, which I had to spend ten minutes disposing of (not really wanting to be feasted on by mosquitoes overnight). I tried to procure a fan, but room service wasn't responding. So I dressed and went down to reception, and then paged the night porter, who promised a fan but didn't deliver one. So I had a lousy night's sleep. On the upside, breakfast and daytime reception staff were lovely and very helpful, and the breakfast buffet was generous. Hot breakfasts are cooked to order. For my sticky and uncomfortable night, the hotel refunded part of the room-charge and the manager rang me a few days later and apologised as well. So, overall, I would happily stay again when it is cooler but maybe not in high summer, unless they install air-conditioning.

I had to work away from home earlier this year and so our company booked our team into the feathers…read moreHotel in Leyland Lancashire. First impressions were very good, clean, bright and very friendly staff. The rooms are very good and well kitted out, the restaurant / breakfast is excellent value but the bar is slightly pricey. The hotel was so good when staying near Blackpool earlier this month my family and I decided to stay with them again. Very impressed by the chain that runs it witch is Best western Hotels, very competitive prices and first class accommodation.

The company i work for held their christmas staff party here last year and it was fantastic,…read moreeveryone enjoyed it so much that we are back again this year. The price varies according to how near Christmas it is, we are goind at the end of November because people have other things to do in Dec so we got the cheapest rate of £40 per head (think its £60 in Dec) sounds a lot but when you consider what you do get it isnt really. On arrival theres unlimited bucks fizz and canapes, you're then shown to your tables were there are bottles of red or white wine ( rose if you ask) when your bottle is empty you hold it up and its replaced very quickly meal is pre ordered starter served by you're waiter/ess. main is carvery with meat / veggi / fish choice help yourself to loads of veg / salad choices. pudding is pre ordered and served at your table. Theres a disco, and Christmas themed quiz to follow. You will get a ticket that you exchange at the bar after the meal, thats for your first drink, after that you need to take you're glass with you or you dont get served. All the drinks are named brands and there is no limit on how many times you go back to the bar. At 11.30 they serve mini fish and chips in cones then free bar closes at 12. They are doing a cheap rate on rooms if you would rather stay over. If you add up how much a meal, drink etc costs when they dont come as a package like this you can see what a bargain it is.

There were no guided tours today as there was a wedding fair. This made the Hall look beautiful BUT…read morewe needed story telling and it should have been made possible. We took photos and made our own stories up centered around Stanley Jeeves, abominable snowman hunter and lover of Samlesbury Hall.

0 attended the evening of clairvoyance. it was three degrees…read moreoutside and colder in the hall as the heating was not switched on. Nor were the clairvoyants who gave Luke warm and very ambiguous messages. The chairs were very uncomfortable and surely people wearing bobble hats scarves and gloves gave a clue to peoples level of discomfort. The hot pot wasn't too bad and it was warm. I cannot recommend the three one trick ponies to anyone

Serving Copper Dragon beers & Ruddles. Can hire a room for meetings etc.. Wednesday evening is a…read morelive affair; take your own guitar if you want. Copper Dragon is Yorkshire's fastest growing brewery. Get there quick..

Warm friendly staff in a clean well located hotel…read more Would highly recommend the Halfway House Dantes Italian restaurant.

A great pub owned by Robinsons brewery with at least six…read morecask beers on the bar always in good condition .The pub has three diferent entrances on three diferent streets and is always busy when we visit.

A proper little old-fashioned locals pub, it's the only pub in Preston, Lancs to feature in the…read moreGood Pub Guide 2009 & 2010 and I can fully understand why. It is a proper real ale pub and the range of alcohol is amazing. The pub doesn't do pub food but there's a wide range of snacks available. The pub is well run and the bar staff are very friendly. If you want a nice beer in the city centre, this is one pub definately worth visiting!

Managed to get a room for £20 as booked early enough so that was handy. Tuesday's seem to be…read moreskeleton staff day though as the room I was given wasn't properly ready (pillows on the floor awaiting covers, rags & bottle of wind-ex lying by them). One of the bedside tables had also at some point in the recent past been forcibly detached from the bed headboard. The sign in the lift could do with some floor numbers on it too. Close enough to the city centre to walk easily, good view over the city from the fourth floor and not in a noisy area. Not then the greatest of these places I've stayed in & I'd really have grudged shelling out £45 for the room but it served its purpose.

Stayed on New Years Eve as I managed to get a room a few months before for £9. At that price I…read morecould have no complaints. It seemed to be your average Travelodge, basic rooms and your normal facilities. On the plus side there was free parking which was safe and secure. The other being that if you wanted you could easily walk into the town centre which would take about ten minutes and is not diffcult to follow. The two staff members who were working were also very helpful, recommending a resteraunt and making the bookin on our behalf. There was small bar in the area but this had several noisy kids in the area and looked devoid of any atmosphere or welcoming area. As such the planned drink the planned drink before we went into town was cancelled.

Hotel stay Well they…read moresay looks can be deceiving and this would be the example. Nice grounds since it is a golf course and golf centric hotel. Reception area is small but nice , staff are friendly. Parking is reasonable though a bit hap hazard. First room was ok but either had just been painted with a voc paint which stank so they moved us to another room.. a walk along the many corridors and fire doors which is reminiscent of a government office building almost hospital like. Cheap painted walls and doors using the bargain colours. Small double room is two singles beds pushed together I'd call it more of a motel room than a hotel. The views in both rooms were disapoointing; one was into the next room. The other into a small courtyard, but no views which is a shame for a place on nice grounds They have WiFi but it doesn't connect on any of our devices. Ceiling in the room is those cheap office removable square tiles for lowered celings. One plastic bottled water and tea in room Very dimly lit room, which is good since the walls are dirty perhaps they're painting here next. Bar and restaurant all look nice The search continues for a northern hotel with good WiFi !

Set in beautiful surroundings, Shaw hill is an excellent choice for a special occasion…read more We have dined there on several occasions and have found both the service and the food superb. The level of service you recieve is second to none and all the waiters and waitresses cannot do enough for you. There is a fully equipped gym and leisure facilities there, as well as a superb golf course. There are several rooms available for private functions. The hotel facilities are of a good standard with a variety of price ranges. The parking is private and spaces are reserved for Golfing captain. Well worth a visit if it is a special occasion or just to treat yourself.