Weekend Break Ideas
On this page you’ll find a wide range of accommodation packages, some exclusive to English Country Inns, and all of which are designed to give some inspiration for your next weekend break in England. Included are arange of quirky and unique experiences including murder mystery breaks and even a Fawlty Towers experience!
Murder Mystery Breaks
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Various Locations across the UK
From £89 per person
Enjoy an action-packed weekend full of murder and intrigue as a team of professional actors guide you through the event as both victims and suspects in a murder case. Each plot has enough twists and turns to keep even the most accomplished sleuth guessing as you work together to establish the identity of the murderer, like a real-life game of Cluedo!
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Langtry Manor Hotel, Bournemouth
From £215 per person
Murder at the Manor, 22nd-24th November 2013.
Cold War Britain has been swept up in the scandal of the Profumo affair, the suspicion of the Cambridge Five, and the tension of the Aldermaston anti-nuclear marches. Join us at Langtry College for an eventful weekend of espionage.After receiving your character in advance, transform yourself for a fun-packed weekend with a twist. As you dine with fellow guests and actors, immerse yourself in the story as the plot unravels. The identity of the murderer will be announced after breakfast in Sunday morning, (after your chance for a little light interrogation!). The only question you have to ponder is 'who dun it?'.
Prices from £215 per person including Dinner, Breakfast and Murder!
You will be sent details of your character, a background plot and costume suggestions.
For further information please contact Reception 01202 290550
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Wilton Court Hotel, Herefordshire
From £175.00 per night per room
Wilton Court introduces Murder Mystery parties perfect for a family or
friends reunion, birthday or anniversary celebrations.
We require a minimum of five rooms and a maximum of seven to be reserved to
give you exclusive use of the Wilton Suite for the dinner which can accommodate up to 14 guests. In January, February, November and December the Wilton Court can be secured for exclusive use if all 10 bedrooms are
reserved accommodating 20 guests.
Prices from £175.00 to £205.00 per night per room to include 3 course Dinner and English breakfast. Minimum 5 rooms required. Weekends - minimum 2 night stay.
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Pilgrim Hotel, Herefordshire
Exclusive Offer: £10% off
Take 10% off any Murder Mystery Dinner & Death this winter when combined with an overnight stay. Our team of professional actors will have you giggling your way through the 3 course dinner.
9 Dates to choose from, full details on our website. Quote English Inns when booking.
Last Minute and Late Offers
Various Locations across England.
From £29 per room per night
Looking to get away to a cosy country inn this weekend? Browse our late availability offers for great deals on last minute hotel breaks at country inns throughout England. Read MoreDinner, Bed & Breakfast Breaks
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The Crown Country Inn, Shropshire
From £75 per person per night.
A La Carte Dinner with Bed & Breakfast
• Treat yourself to a three-course dinner taken from our 2 Rosette A la Carte menu (Supplements apply)
• Stay over in one our AA 4 star rated rooms
• Enjoy Full English breakfast each morning
Now only £75.00 per person per night
Contact Inn for full T & C’s. Tel: 01584 841 205.
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Various Locations across the U.K.
From £59 per person per stay.
Treat yourself to a great deal. Two nights B&B with Dinner included on one or both nights of your stay. (Please see individual hotel descriptions for details).
Golfing Breaks
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Pen-Y-Dyffryn Hotel, Shropshire
Exclusive English Country Inns Rates
Located in the scenic Shropshire/Welsh borders, Pen-y-Dyffryn Hall Hotel, has five superb 18 hole golf courses within a 15 minute drive.
For English Inns visitors only we offer Special Short Break rates, plus two-for-one green fees at one of these local courses. Please mention "English Inns" when booking to benefit from the special rates.
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The Castle Hotel, Shropshire
Exclusive English Country Inns Rates
The Castle Hotel is full of character with welcoming open fires in its three bars on cooler days. In warmer weather, enjoy the south facing terrace and gardens, complete with raised fish ponds.
Please mention "English Inns" when booking to benefit from our special rates.
Telephone 01588 638403
Fishing Breaks
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Queen's Head Inn, Peterborough
From £89 per room
One nights accommodation for 2 people sharing a twin or double room, English breakfast plus packed lunch for 2 people and fishing from our inlet on the River Nene.
This special offer is subject to availability. To make your booking please call 01780 784 006
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The Bull Hotel, Gloucestershire
From £87.50 per person
We are offering two nights en-suite accommodation and full English breakfast for two people PLUS one days fly fishing for two people only £87.50 per person(based on two people sharing either a double or twin bedded room). Tel: 01285 712535
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Blenheim Lodge, Cumbria
FREE Fishing Permits
Enjoy a quiet relaxing break fishing the local waters of the English Lake District. Blenheim Lodge offers two free WAADA fishing permits on a first come first served basis for the keen fisherman. You only pay for your bed and breakfast at our 4-star guest house!
Prices from £44 to £75 per person per night for bed and breakfast or from £265-£375 per person per week for bed and breakfast (weekly rates are not applicable during public holiday weekends or Valentines weekends).
Please contact 015394 43440,
Fawlty Towers Tribute Break
Various Locations across the UK.
From £89 per person
Join Basil, Sybil and Manuel (all played by professional actors) for a chaotically riotous evening on the "English Riviera"! Enjoy a superb 3 course meal and a medley of classic 1970s songs from Manuel, followed by Basil and Manuel’s Flamenco master class. A great treat for any fan of the classic TV comedy, Fawlty Towers. Please note: Some sketches may not be suitable for children.Read More
Spa Break
Pen-Y-Dyffryn Hotel, Shropshire
From £80 per person, Dinner B&B
Book two or more night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and receive up to 20% discount from our rates and a 10% discount on any of our in-house spa treatments. The price also includes complimentary tea and cake on arrival. Telephone 01691 653700Read More
Walking Breaks
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Queen's Head Inn, Peterborough
2 nights from £159 per room
This area of the country offers fantastic countryside with many wonderful walks through forest, across fields or alongside rivers and canals.
Our AA Rosette restaurant and pub is the perfect place to enjoy a hearty breakfast before setting out, a lunch stop with a pint of real ale or the place to put your feet up and enjoy a well earned drink at the end of a days walking.
Ramblers Short Breaks Special Offer
2 nights accommodation for 2 people sharing a twin or double room, English breakfast on both mornings and a 3 course Dinner on one evening plus packed Lunch for 2 people on one day for just £159.
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The Castle Hotel, Shropshire
From £63 per person per night
This countryside around The Castle Hotel offers some of the best walking country in all of Britain including Offa's Dyke, The Kerry Ridgeway, The Shropshire Way and The Long Mynd. The Castle Hotel has been awarded Walker Friendly status.
Stay at The Castle Hotel for two nights midweek in June or July 2013 and get 10% off your Dinner, Bed & Breakfast rate. Prices start from £63 per person per night for a two night break and include two three course meals inc. tea/coffee on each night of your stay.
Smaller Double - 2 night D,B&B £252
(Saving of £28)
Standard Double/Twin 2 night D,B&B £270
(Saving of £30)
Master Double/Twin 2 night D,B&B £297
(Saving of £33)
Not available on single occupancy!SPECIAL OFFER – ENDS 31st July 2013
Call 01588 638403 to book your stay away!
Offer available from Monday to Thursday. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer is available on any twin or double room based on two people staying per room.
Wellness & Yoga Break
Pilgrim Hotel, Herefordshire
Ladies Only "Wellness" Bootcamp
Shape up for summer with a 4 day activity break in the stunning Wye Valley. Enjoy 3* luxury because bootcamps don't need to be spartan to be effective.For more information please click here or call 01981 540742 quoting "English Country Inns".
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More Weekend Break Ideas
Holiday Cottages
Various Locations across the UK
We've teamed up with Cottages4You to offer a handpicked selection of holiday cottages near pubs. Alternatively, if you're looking for something completely different, be sure to try our Historic UK's list of quirky cottages.Read More
Warner Leisure Hotels
Various Locations across the UK
All Warner Leisure breaks include a three course evening meal, breakfast, live evening entertainment and access to all of the leisure facilities... and no children allowed! Click on the 'Read More' button below to find the latest deals.Read More
Romantic Breaks
Various Locations across England
If you're looking to treat a loved one to a romantic weekend away, check out our directory of romantic inns, with prices starting from just £40pp per night with breakfast included! Alternatively, many of the inns have put together special romantic packages.Read More





