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4.5
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CUISINES
British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
features
Does this restaurant serve Bar / Pub food?
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CUISINES
British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service
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4.5
86 reviews
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Emma S
Shrewsbury30 contributions
Aug 2020 • friends
My friends and I booked for afternoon tea this week. It was a beautiful setting in the orangerie, looking out onto the gardens. There was plenty of tea, lovely little sandwiches and wraps, and a delicious selection of small cakes with the pinnacle being the scone, jam and cream. The staff were very polite, helpful and friendly. It was just how an afternoon tea should be - pleasantly filling, dainty, varied and very tasty.
To top it all off, we only paid 50% of the usual price due to the current government scheme ‘Eat Out to Help Out’! We would happily have paid the full price for what we had.
Written 6 August 2020
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BOB T
Hill Ridware7 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
My wife had been given a voucher for her birthday so we took the plunge and booked ourselves in for an afternoon tea at The Old Rectory. What a great choice it was, the setting and the rooms we saw are worth a visit on their own. The two ladies who looked after us were obviously well trained in hospitality management and made our visit a memorable one.
The actual tea itself was served in a beautiful sunlit room which in February was an added bonus. We were provided with tea, (coffee if we preferred) and a three tier stand laden with scones with jam, cream and fruit, a wide range of mini cakes as well as a selection of finger sandwiches.
By the time we left after a leisurely tea we were well and truly contented!
Would definitely recommend the experience. We hope to return again in the future.
Written 7 February 2020
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Ken S
Rugby846 contributions
Feb 2022 • none
My wife and I stopped off at the Old Rectory for afternoon tea and it was delicious.
We had savoury croissants, a mix of sandwiches, a selection of cakes, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a pot of tea for two. Everything was wonderfully prepared and beautifully served. The waitress who looked after us was friendly, polite and most helpful.
At £14 per head, it was excellent value for money.
Written 19 February 2022
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Maureen B
2 contributions
May 2023 • couples
We had an afternoon tea there today and I can honestly say it was the worst afternoon tea we have ever had. Thick crockery instead of bone china. Ham out of a packet. No smoked salmon just tuna. Cakes out of the freezer (condensation on the top of each) Cold scones but they were warmed when requested by us. one of those little miniature pots of jam between two of us (it would have been nice to have the usual homemade preserve with an afternoon tea) Totally overpriced, it was just horrible.
Written 9 May 2023
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Joanne M
6 contributions
Dec 2024 • family
Plans were made early in the year for this celebration of our father's 80th birthday. Emails were exchanged with Selina who gave clear information.we decided to choose the xmas menu due to the excellent selection on the menu to meet the preferences of the 16 family members well organised day ensued with good food, nice portion sizes and well paced delivery by the serving staff . Even provided a cake stand and portioned the birthday cake for us. Thank you for providing a stress free experience
Written 15 December 2024
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Traveller
North Wales92 contributions
Nov 2022 • couples
I booked afternoon tea at The Old Rectory having looked at many places in the area as I had a Buyagift voucher. I’m glad I did. The customer service was excellent and the afternoon tea catered perfectly for vegetarian and pescatarian tastes and the sweet treats and scones with jam and cream were lovely. Plenty of tea or coffee offered too. A lovely setting and all round perfect tea. Remember to take voucher with you if you have one.
Written 28 November 2022
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Emma S
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • family
Our daughter had her wedding here and we came down from Scotland to stay. Selina and staff are absolutely wonderful, nothing is too much trouble, you just need to ask. My daughter is autistic and they accommodated her strange eating habits with no question. The rooms are lovely and clean and the bed so comfortable! If you’re too hot, Selena will give you a fan. They really can’t do enough to help you. We will definitely be back. Thank you Selena and staff for a wonderful stay!
Written 10 August 2024
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Selina Cuss
Thank you for your lovely review x
Written 22 October 2024
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ROBWILS
Ruthin10 contributions
Aug 2020 • family
Stayed 2 nights, used wem as a base.Rooms were on the small size but had everything.Excellent gardens, superb breakfast, but the best thing about the stay, was that the staff-they were so helpful. Had a take away first night(resteraunts were closed), brought plates etc, and cleared up afterwards.They were friendly and very helpful, and i would recommend this place for the future.
Written 9 August 2020
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susan evans
Frodsham11 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
My partner and I stayed for 2 nights as we where attending a wedding.
The room was spotless and well equipped
The management and staff where helpful and the service runs like a well oiled machine.
There was nothing too much trouble.
I highly recommend the breakfast ,was delicious x
If you need to book a taxi, I recommend Wem carz 07490125825. Daniel runs a great service..
Thankyou all for a truely lovely stay .
Susan and Tom
Written 20 October 2024
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Selina Cuss
Thank you for your review, pleased you enjoyed your stay x
Written 22 October 2024
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Shelley P
2 contributions
Jun 2021 • solo
I stayed the night last night and must say it was absolutely lovely! Had some relaxing lemon ginger tea read a book and relaxed to the beautiful scenery. Breakfast was amazing! So much fresh lovely food and staff are so friendly. Highly recommend. All try to make your stay as lovely as possible!
Written 19 June 2021
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Wendy O
23 contributions
Sept 2021 • none
Wow what can I say! Had the perfect overnight say. We were overwhelmed at how friendly the staff were. Nothing was to much trouble. The massive house is beautiful and the garden but they could do with a bit of Decorating as the old girl is tired. I would and will be staying here again. The breakfast was amazing all fresh and plenty. I highly recommend this beautiful place.
Written 1 September 2021
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Rebecca B
1 contribution
Sept 2024 • couples
We have been coming to The Hotel for many years and we have always had a first class service from them even during covid they remained their usual selves even accommodating my wheelchair and disability and they will treat everyone the same, which is REFRESHING.
Written 7 September 2024
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Elise2016
Derbyshire141 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
The staff here are amazing as is the location beautiful old building 🥰 the only down sides were the rooms are very tired with marked door frames etc curved showers that you can’t lift your arms in, no fans and it was very hot! The tv remote didn’t work well and wedged the window open with the bin for air lol great breakfast, would we stay again YES the family room was great.
Written 3 August 2024
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DerbyshireUkAlison
113 contributions
Jun 2022 • couples
Great hotel, lovely staff, great breakfast, comfortable rooms, great location, private parking, and value for money. Would deffinatly stay again
Written 8 July 2022
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susiekk2016
London132 contributions
May 2022 • none
A great location if you want to break a journey from London to North Wales or similar. The hotel is super-comfortable and welcoming - like staying as guests in a small mansion! A nice selection of bar-snacks on offer in the evening, enough that we did not need to venture out for dinner, and a huge selection on the breakfast menu! Really nice stay.
Written 2 June 2022
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