We returned a few weeks ago from our truly wonderful 2 night weekend stay at The Citadel. We had booked directly with them for the 9th & 10th October, a very pretty time of year to enjoy the countryside with all its Autumn colours.

The drive from the main road up the long driveway to reach The Citadel gives a real 'wow' factor sensation. The property is truly imposing, lovingly maintained and inhabited by its owners Sylvia & Beverley Griffiths who have their own quarters. There is a large courtyard where you can park and it is worth during your stay finding time to walk around the gardens set in 3 acres of land. There are also a further 200 acres of farm land which are rented out.

As you pass through the large oak doors into the hallway you are immediately aware of the scale of the grandeur and size of the property. We were met by Sylvia who was absolutely charming, she was very helpful in giving us plenty of local information - places to visit and to eat... more