Just a stone’s throw from the grandeur of Windsor Great Park and the regal charms of Ascot Racecourse, Royal Berkshire is the kind of country house hotel that makes you want to unpack your weekend bag and linger a little longer.
Part of the Exclusive Collection, this charming hotel offers a refined yet relaxed family escape within easy reach of beloved attractions including LEGOLAND Windsor, Go Ape, Thorpe Park, Coral Reef Waterworld and more.
Tucked away in the tranquil village of Sunninghill in the idyllic surroundings of the Royal County of Berkshire, the 18th-century Queen Anne mansion, surrounded by 15 acres of beautifully manicured gardens and parkland, strikes the perfect balance between classic English country house elegance and contemporary family-friendly comfort.
The red-brick mansion was originally built in 1705 for the Churchill family, and the house has played host to a pantheon of notable names in the centuries since. This history shows in the striking architecture, but also the uncountable heritage details and period features that give Royal Berkshire its personality.
A stay here is made for little adventures. The gardens are more than picturesque; they’re an open invitation to explore with your little ones. Children will enjoy running wild on the lawns, weaving through secret walled garden, and exploring the beautiful grounds that evoke a sense of Enid Blyton-esque adventure.
The 66 individually styled rooms and suites are beautifully appointed. The Family Rooms in the East Wing are ideal for those travelling with children in tow. Thoughtfully designed to be light, spacious, and effortlessly comfortable, each Family Room features a super king-size bed alongside a double sofa bed, ensuring sweet dreams for all. There’s a cosy seating area for lazy mornings or post-exploration downtime, and a sleek bathroom with a bath and shower combination that makes bedtime routines a breeze.
In addition to the hotel’s popular Fork restaurant, locals and hotel guests including families rave about the hotel’s Afternoon Tea.
Served in the Polo Bar or on the terrace during the week and in the Fork restaurant at the weekends, this indulgent experience caters to grown-up tastes and little appetites alike.
Expect feather-light sandwiches with such fillings as Berkshire ham and wholegrain mustard; Severn & Wye smoked salmon, cream cheese & lemon; Cheese and chive with red onion chutney; and Egg mayonnaise and rocket accompanied by gourmet Pork and caraway sausage rolls.
In addition to warm fruit scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve, there are also delectable sweet treats including Apricot almond slice, Passion fruit chocolate madeleine adorned with gold leaf, Orange rice pudding with caramel Chantilly crumbs, and Baileys tart with Baileys cream.
For children, the hotel offers a scaled-down version of the traditional tea, complete with sandwiches and sweet delights just for them from chocolate brownies to all-butter shortbread and more.
Instead of tea, hot chocolate is served with the Children’s Afternoon Tea which was taken to the next level by our Minipreneur when he requested it come topped with mini marshmallows!
Families staying at Royal Berkshire this August can enjoy their new Play & Stay package in collaboration with Jaques of London. Upon arrival in their room, families will receive a complimentary Jaques of London Nine Pin Quoits game – a classic game for all the family to enjoy in the gardens of the hotel.
Also greeting them in the room is free snack box filled with popular kids’ favourites for the little ones to explore to their hearts (and tastebuds) content including popcorn and lentil chips from gourmet brand PROPER Snacks, Pom-Bear Crisps, Pip & Nut Peanut Butter Cups, Maryland mini chocolate chip cookies, Whitworths Sunny Raisins and more.
In addition to the freebies in the room, families can also enjoy free unlimited soft drinks for their kids during their stay plus free CocoRio hosted kid’s activities on weekdays for kids aged 3-12 years. Providing parents with some cherished down time, the award winning, childcare specialists at CocoRio will provide kids with engaging entertainment, including three 60-minute activity sessions each weekday from Monday afternoon through to Friday morning throughout August.
Kids will also be able to have fun in a dedicated Jaques playroom curated with a selection of toys suitable for a mix of ages. There will also be a range of Jaques garden games to accompany the hotel’s existing ones.
For parents looking for the perfect place to create a truly memorable family staycation this summer, Royal Berkshire is the country house hotel that ticks every box!
Jaques Play and Stay Package
- Overnight stay in a family room or suite
- Complimentary Jaques of London Nine Pin Quoits family game
- CocoRio hosted kid’s activities and Jaques playroom
- Unlimited soft drinks for kids and snack box on arrival
- Full English breakfast each morning and tailored kid’s menu
- From £299 per room
- Package based on up to two adults and two children (12 years or under) sharing a Family Room or Suite.
- Available throughout August, subject to availability.
Royal Berkshire
London Road, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 0PP
01344 623322
www.exclusive.co.uk
