B&B in Kimbolton, Nr Leominster

The old granary of the house has been converted into an annexe of two delightful bed and breakfast suites, each with its own bath or shower room and private sitting room. Eighteenth and Nineteenth century maps, prints and original watercolours add the finishing touch to these charming rooms, individually furnished with period pine furniture. Beamed ceilings and half-timbered walls instil an aura of warmth and cosiness. All are handsomely appointed with all the expected facilities of a modern household and additionally, a small library.

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The old granary of the house has been converted into an annexe of two delightful bed and breakfast suites, each with its own bath or shower room and private sitting room. Eighteenth and Nineteenth century maps, prints and original watercolours add the finishing touch to these charming rooms, individually furnished with period pine furniture. Beamed ceilings and half-timbered walls instil an aura of warmth and cosiness. All are handsomely appointed with all the expected facilities of a modern household and additionally, a small library.

Just across the courtyard is a ground level single storey suite, converted from the old stables - ideal for those with limited mobility - which incorporates all the comforts and character of those in the house.

Our breakfasts, too, are exceptional. From a light continental breakfast of home-baked bread and croissant, home-made marmalade, jams and honey, to a repast chosen from a truly varied menu which includes smoked haddock, kippers and locally produced sausages, bacon and our own free range eggs. Try floddies, beid be tom, bacon fraise or jolly boys from the speciality section of the menu.

Lower Bache House
Kimbolton,
Nr Leominster,
Herefordshire,
HR6 0ER

Tel 01568 750304

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TARIFF & TERMS

Double room per person per night £39.50
Single room per night £49.50

Dinner per person - three courses £24.50
Supper per person - two courses £19.50
Coffee and home-made petit fours £2.00
Decaffinated coffee and petit fours £2.50

A deposit of £20 per person is required for all bookings. All reservations will be considered provisional until the appropriate deposit is received.
Deposits, which are non-returnable, must be received within seven days of the reservation being accepted.
Cheques should be made out to R. Wiles.

WE REGRET THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CREDIT OR SWITCH CARDS.

We are pleased to accommodate children over 12 years.
We regret that we cannot accommodate dogs or cats.
We realise the difficulties this may create and can make available details of nearby kennels and catteries if you would like your pets close at hand.
We normally expect guests to arrive after 4.00pm and depart by 11.00am. Variations from these times can be discussed to meet special circumstances.

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Our unique dining room was once the stone built cider-making barn and features the original cider mill, once turned by horses to crush the apples ready for pressing. The magnificent flagstone floor and vaulted ceiling complete the atmosphere of comfort and charm. Here we serve meals to our guests. Leading off the dining room is the terrace, with its panoramic views of the valley, where breakfast and dinner may be served on those days when summer smiles on us.

Dinner at Lower Bache is an event. Our acclaimed cuisine, which incorporates a number of original dishes, is a gourmet's delight and is created as far as possible from home and locally grown organic produce. It is a set meal of two or three courses, followed by coffee and home-made petit fours, and is complemented by a fine organic wine list, at sensible prices, carefully selected by us. We are able to meet all dietary requirements and we are delighted to cater for vegetarians and those with other specific needs.

Our breakfasts, too, are exceptional. From a light continental breakfast of home-baked bread and croissant, home-made marmalade, jams and honey, to a repast chosen from a truly varied menu which includes smoked haddock, kippers and locally produced sausages, bacon and our own free range eggs. Try floddies, beid be tom, bacon fraise or jolly boys from the speciality section of the menu.


DINNER & SUPPER

Evening meals, which are by arrangement, are set meals selected from our renowned wide ranging cusine. We are very happy to discuss your special dietary requirements.
All our meat is organic/free range. Fruit and vegetables are, wherever possible, home grown or local organic.

For those with sporting inclinations, there is golf, riding, racing at Hereford and Ludlow, trotting, river and lake fishing, clay pigeon shooting: Worcester cricket ground is a mere twenty-five miles away.

For Rugby enthusiasts, Worcester club is within easy reach. Our very successful local team, Luctonians R.F.C. (Midlands 1) provide first class entertainment and a warm welcome to all visitors

Bache, an old English word meaning 'valley of the rivulet' poetically captures the tranquil setting of our home. The surrounding countryside is ideally situated for walking cycling and riding, and there are also many, many, places of interest well worth visiting. Ancient towns, beautiful Saxon and Norman churches, villages that have scarcely changed since mediaeval times, historic houses and castles are all within a short distance.

Visit too, the Ironbridge Gorge Museum for a fascinating exploration of the industrial revolution or ride a steam train on the Severn Valley Railway. At Hay-on-Wye the greatest collection of bookshops and old books in the world awaits you. Hereford Cathedral boasts the Mappa Mundi and a chained library with volumes from as early as the Eighth century.

The National Trust properties of Berrington Hall, Croft Castle and Brockhampton Court are all close by.

For those who take a delight in horticulture, Herefordshire has some wonderful gardens for all to enjoy. From the grand development by the Van Kampen family at Hampton Court to traditional cottage gardens, there is a wealth of beauty to experience. Specialists abound, and the national collections of rhododendrons and clematis are within easy reach. Specialists in herbs, ferns and unusual flowers are also close by. The fascinating four acre garden at Stocktonbury is a must.

Our own gardens of around three quarters of an acre has been created from sloping sheep pasture and, using an organic system of husbandry, are constantly developing. If it pleases you, stroll by the ponds and watch the dragonflies, sit in our newly created woodland glade, or rest in the herb garden and inhale the aromas. Gardens are there to be enjoyed and we are happy to share ours with you.

This year our newly created terraced kitchen garden will begin to provide fresh organic vegetables for your table.