We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Contact accommodation for availability.
There are similar hotels available.
View all
James F

Great place to stay

Review of Old Church Farm
5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 14 Mar 2018via mobile
Lots of charm and plenty of room. Booked as passing and found the staff to be helpful even with checking in extra late.

Good breakfast in the morning.

Highly recommend and worth a visit. I will return.
Date of stay: March 2018
Trip type: Travelled on business
Problem with this review?
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Christopher T, Owner at Old Church Farm, responded to this review
Responded 20 Mar 2018
Thanks James. I hope that you return en masse with a skittles team!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The listings of booking offers for each property take into account the compensation paid to us by our partners. Prices shown may be for varying room types. Prices displayed are the lowest available, corresponding to the least expensive room type available, as provided from our partners as of the time of the user’s search.
Nearby Hotels
£47
  • Trip.com
  • Algotels
  • Expedia.com
1.1 miles from Old Church Farm
Free parking
Restaurant
£90
Fully refundable
  • Priceline
  • Agoda.com
    £90
  • Vio.com
    £90
1.7 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Free parking
£110
Fully refundable
  • Priceline
  • Agoda.com
    £110
  • eDreams
    £110
2.2 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Restaurant
£70
No prepayment needed
  • Expedia.com
  • Hotels.com
  • Booking.com
2.8 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Pool
£339
Fully refundable
Get rewarded with One Key
  • Hotels.com
    £339
  • Agoda.com
    £279
  • Booking.com
    £305
2.6 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Free parking
£60
No prepayment needed
  • Expedia.com
  • Booking.com
  • Hotels.com
2.8 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Restaurant
Exterior
Get rewarded with One Key
  • Mercure
    £72
  • Booking.com
  • Hotels.com
2.6 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Free parking
Exterior
£36
  • Vio.com
3.9 miles from Old Church Farm
Free parking
Restaurant
£110
Fully refundable
No prepayment needed
  • Priceline
  • Agoda.com
    £96
3.9 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Free parking
£69
  • Expedia.com
  • Booking.com
  • Hotels.com
4.0 miles from Old Church Farm
Free Wifi
Heated pool
View more hotels in Rudgeway
Reviews (54)
Filter reviews
54 results
Traveller rating
51
0
2
0
1
Traveller type
Time of year
LanguageAll languages
Traveller rating
51
0
2
0
1
Show reviews that mention
All reviews rolls royce steeped in history gloucestershire countryside chilled bottle hollandaise sauce cooked meals superb breakfast small hotel west country other guests comfortable bed pudding feel very welcome yew tree room was large full english breakfast mullioned windows
Selected filters
Filter
Updating list...
52 - 54 of 54 reviews
Reviewed 14 February 2018

This beautiful Grade II-listed property has been used by Rolls-Royce as a private hotel for the last 65 years catering exclusively for it’s overseas visitors. The new owners of this impressive b&b have now seamlessly made the transition to a place to relax in with the same comfort and style. Everything is as Rolls Royce left it, even the books in the wood paneled rooms to the crockery and cutlery used for the delicious meals served here.

My wife and I had been visiting our son in nearby Bristol (15 mins drive) and were looking for somewhere nearby which was quiet and relaxing to stay in to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We were warmly welcomed on our arrival by the owner and made to feel at home. Tea and freshly homemade biscuits were promptly served in our room which were gratefully received after our very busy day in Bristol.

Our room ( no 7) was wonderful with a very comfortable bed, a huge bathroom and an enormous window with views onto the garden. We decided to have our dinner at the hotel prepared by their cordon bleu trained cook which was superb!

In the morning we were served with an amazing breakfast freshly cooked to order.
We then took a walk around the large gardens (the house sits within 7 acres) and visited the historic church ruins next to the house.

Would definitely recommend and hope to return next time we visit Bristol.

Date of stay: February 2018
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
    • Value
    • Rooms
    • Service
Thank redmayes
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Christopher T, Owner at Old Church Farm, responded to this reviewResponded 15 February 2018

Thank you for choosing us and your lovely review. My wife is looking forward to meeting you next time too.
Best wishes,
Chris & Kate

Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Reviewed 29 January 2018

We couldn't find anywhere decent to stay in Cardiff during the winter rugby internationals and expanded our search to within 45 minutes of the Principality Stadium. We discovered this gem just outside the environs of Bristol, a mere six minutes from the M4 motorway. We booked a couple of nights in the Alveston suite and arranged to dine out on our first night and opted to eat in on the second night. We had been pre-warned by the owners that their premises license was pending approval and we brought our own wine. The charming patron greeted us on our arrival and gave us a mini tour of the ground floor rooms before showing us to our suite. The sun had just set so we didn't get to appreciate the splendid South Gloucestershire countryside views until the following morning. The room itself was quite magnificent. The supremely comfortable super king size bed was almost lost in the size of the room with its twin aspect stone mullioned windows with lavish drapes. Antique furniture paid homage to the building's colourful history and the attention to detail helped make us comfortable from the start. A chilled bottle of 'Old Church Farm' water slaked our thirst from the drive and a selection of teas, coffee and some rather delicious home-made biscuits kept the wolves at bay until supper. We ate at a 5* double AA rosette restaurant that evening and felt hungry by the time we got back to Old Church Farm. In spite of this we slept incredibly well that night and looked forward to our breakfast. Breakfast was served in a bright room with colourful art and an interesting collection of books. We ordered an English breakfast and Eggs Royale and while our dishes were being prepared we were invited to help ourselves to fresh baked pastries, fruit and cereal. Partly because we were hungry from our sortie the night before and partly because we would be skipping lunch at the match we unashamedly availed ourselves of all that was on offer. The cooked breakfast may have ordinarily defeated us but for the fact that it was too delicious to leave. It was great to see hollandaise sauce served warm (obviously freshly made and not out of a packet like so many hotels nowadays). As we left for Cardiff we were already looking forward to our supper at Old Church Farm and that evening we were not disappointed. We had been provided with a limited suggestion of starters, main courses and desserts and both opted for smoked haddock souffles to start, followed by fillet steak Wellingtons and to finish it off, wild berry roulade (sourced from the farm's walled garden) and a cheese selection. It was perfect! The owners, Chris and Kate joined us for coffee at the end, which gave us the opportunity to delve deeper into the history of the property, which was fascinating. Up until September it had been owned by Rolls Royce PLC and hosted many dignitaries from around the world. We too, were made to feel special without it being pretentious. Next time we are in the West Country we will definitely book again - both a room and a table. Finally, while you are there you really must have a look around the gardens!

Room tip: We booked room 7 (Alveston). It's like a bridal suite!
Date of stay: December 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
    • Value
    • Sleep Quality
    • Service
2  Thank ClarencePSM
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Christopher T, Owner at Old Church Farm, responded to this reviewResponded 4 June 2018

Thank you William. We now have our full licence and offer a selection of wines, spirits and beers. I think you'd enjoy summer here with drinks served on the terrace overlooking the glorious countryside and the fresh fruit and vegetables are a triumph. Hope to see you both again soon.
Kind regards,
Christopher

Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC