The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa: A Destination, Not just a Hotel-Review: April 2019
The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa, located on the edge of the beautiful West Pennine moors, whose origins date back to farm buildings from the 17th century, is now a four-star hotel, Spa & experience.
In 1964 owner Carlton Walker, was offered “the last drop” of a bottle of wine, to mark the completion and celebrations of the restaurant, hence the hotels current name.
The Last drop Village Hotel & Spa, is set within beautiful grounds, and you may even spot a bit of wildlife too, but this is more than just a hotel it’s a destination.
The executive package is well worth the upgrade, as this includes perks such as welcome drinks, Lilly O’Brien’s chocolates, bottled water, extra toiletries, robes & slippers all to make your stay extra special.
Before planning your exciting weekend of adventures settle into the comfy room, with well appointed tea tray, flat screen television, separate seating area and snug bed.
The room had a large wardrobe and the contemporary bathroom had a rainfall shower, complimentary toiletries, large vanity area and heated towel rail.
Wonderful Walking
There are many walk routes that begin at the Last Drop and the hotel reception will gladly provide you with a walking guide on arrival.
There are three walking routes, all colour coded for ease, Red, Blue and Yellow.
The Red Route, around 3.25 miles, 2 hours, is a scenic and beautiful trek to the Jumbles Country Park including the Jumbles Reservoir.
On route you will pass sprawling countryside, with huge trees and plenty of lush greenery. A mixture of flat and steep inclines, I would advise appropriate footwear, walking boots or wellingtons.
Jumbles is a stunning spot, with breath-taking views and is seriously worth the walk.
The Blue Route, around 2.35 miles, 1 hour 15 minutes, takes you through Turton Golf Course.
Offering the most gorgeous views over the West Pennine Moors, with pretty seasonal sights along the way such as yellow daffodils in bloom. Make your way through the stone work pillows and you will find yourself at Turton Tower, a Grade I Medieval Manor House set in wild woodlands.
The grounds are free to explore with a small charge to enter the marvellous manor house.
The Yellow Route, around 1.65 miles, 45 minutes, is a very relaxed and gentle walk and brings you to Egerton Quarry.
Be careful, as after making your way over the large rocks and boulders, there is an incredibly steep drop!
The Spa & Leisure Facilities
From day to late evening, the Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa has all the facilities you need.
The spacious 18 meters long swimming pool provides plenty of room for you to get your swim on.
Their Hydrotherapy pool, along with the fabulous waterfall feature is the ideal way to relax, revitalise and reinvigorate the mind and body.
The range of therapeutic rooms on offer was extensive including a rock Sauna, Bio Sauna, Steam Room, Aroma Grotto and halotherapy room with dry salt aerosol believed to have a whole range of health benefits.
The onsite gym had everything you needed to give your body a good workout for sure.
Escape from the hustle and bustle and prepare yourself for some much needed you time.
The super Spa offers a whole range of treatments from skilled therapists including facial’s and the most relaxing head massage, so much so I almost fell asleep!
The Village
The Last drop even has their own onsite Village, a lovely location including pub, tea room and shops.
The Tea Room is a cute and quaint place to enjoy some sweet treats, but just don’t forget to say a big hello to Teddy.
Enjoy a catch up and natter over a delightful and delicious Afternoon Tea with freshly cut finger sandwiches, dainty cakes and super scrummy scones with lashings of clotted cream and jam.
All washed down with fresh fabulous filtered tea such as Earl Grey and Peppermint.
The Last Drop Pub a fab addition to the Village has a real home away from home feel; cosy, warm and inviting. Just what you want from your village local!
You might become a laughing stock and the talk of the village with self-participation in the comical onsite stocks – a good giggle!
Pop in the pub for a drink, try your hand at pool, darts or simply snuggle up by the fire and watch the sports action.
Feeling peckish, well every Sunday you can enjoy the delicious 3 course carvery from a super friendly bunch.
The choices included roast beef, ham, vegetarian options with all the trimmings including sweet potato mash, garlic crushed potatoes, roast potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, super duper large Yorkshire puddings, lashings of gravy and much more.
Hotel Restaurant & Bar
Now it’s much easier when the hotel has onsite restaurants and bars and the Last Drop you will not be disappointed.
The Courtyard restaurant provides a perfect place to enjoy a three course dinner and enjoy dishes such as Vegetable tempura, caprese salad, chicken & potato fondant and tofu salad.
Delicious desserts included treats such as sticky toffee pudding and the delicious rocky road cheesecake topped with popcorn and marshmallows.
The Courtyard bar is the ideal place to enjoy pre or post dinner drinks with relaxing seating with their logo embossed Last Drop Cushions.
Breakfast at the Courtyard is a bountiful and beautiful affair, but relaxed, with a buffet table offering something for everyone.
Fresh juices, cheeses, yogurts, fresh fruit providing quality options such as melon and pineapple, cereals, breads, pastries and preserves.
Hot options included bacon, eggs, sausages, mushrooms, potato cakes, beans, tomatoes, black pudding, toast and vegetarian sausages made to order.
The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa offers delicious dining, wonderful walks and sights to see, an onsite spa, the Courtyard restaurant and its very own village; including pub, tea room and shops.
Hence, The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa is more than just a hotel, it’s a Destination!
Thank you for reading 😊
Melanie xx
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What amazing facilities! I love the look from the outside and the rooms look really nice. What was your favourite past of your stay?
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It was amazing. Would it be fence sitting if I said all of the stay haha xx
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Wow, this really is everything in one stop! My family always loves exploring the outdoors when we go places, so this would be a great option for us with the walking tours starting from there.
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Totally agree with you and well worth a sty for sure xx
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Wow, there is simply so much to see and do – so many incredible facilities. Definitely seems like much more of a destination than a hotel!
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For sure and the ideal place for a break away xx
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This looks like an amazing place to visit and stay. The countryside is so beautiful!
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Yes exactly and the hotel is the perfect place to get out and explore xx
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Wow, what a beautiful spa! It sounds like there’s plenty to do there, and that countryside looks beautiful x
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I could not agree with you more – it was amazing xx
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I am so in need of a real vacation. Looking at your pictures, makes me want to book a flight and go stay in that beautiful place.
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So glad the article has inspired you for sure – get booking lol xx
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This hotel is so beautiful 😍 truly it is not just any hotel but a place to rewind oneself. 😊
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Very much so, this is the perfect place for some rest and relaxation xx
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Wow, such a wonderful place perfect for vacation. How I wish I have a chance to visit this place someday awesome photos.
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Thank you so glad you love my piccys hun xx
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Wow this is beautiful, I love the views I mean am a foodie but the the views got my attention. This is a really peaceful environment.
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The food was spot on and yes very tranquil for sure xx
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There is so much on offer here! I love staying away mostly for the breakfast!
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I hear you on that one and the breakfast here was spot on xx
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It looks so beautiful, great room and the walks locally look amazing. That pool with the waterfall is incredible.
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I could not have put that better myself – it was perfect xx
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This looks lovely and an ideal couples break! I was eyeing up places last week and this would have been ideal!
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Ideal for a couples date break away. Ooo exciting stuff, well you know what to do – treat yourself hun xx
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I swear I feel more peaceful just looking at the photos you took! This looks like an ideal vacation spot.
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Thank you so much and this place is well worth checking out the next time you are in the area xx
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This looks lovely, the food looks great and the views/walks seem stunning. I’ll have to look into a weekend getaway here
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Yeah for sure, well worth doing so, as it is a fab place for a break away xx
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Looks like a great place to visit. I especially like the look of that hydro pool. One thing we also really like to do when we go away is to go walking so having three different routes to choose from is perfect.
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Perfect, sounds like that is your next break away all sorted then lol xx
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This is local to us and one of my favourite hotels! Love the spa days here!
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The spa is super and an ideal place to kick back and relax xx
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Wow, what an absolutely stunning looking location. I could really do with getting out on a spa day soon, there’s nothing like being able to put your feet up and having a bit of a pamper session.
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Totally agree with you and yes you must deffo treat yourself to a spa day here xx
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What an impressive destination, I like that there are options around to go trekking, getting that cardio working. The entire place has me wanting to book out next spa break there.
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Fab stuff, glad my article has made you feel like booking. Well worth it xx
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This really does sound like such an amazing place to stay – there’s so many options!
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I know, so much to see and do while staying xx
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This looks like my idea of heaven! Walks, cups of tea and a spa?! Sign me up! I want to go.
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Haha love that comment!! Same here…Walks, tea and spa are my thing too xx
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Some lovely walks that you can do about there, it’s nice to spend some more time outside when you’re away x
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Totally, always good to get out and about in the great outdoors xx
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This is definitely more than a hotel. It would be great for a family vacation spot for us.
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Ooo perfect sounds like you have your next family break away sorted xx
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Oh wow, this place looks and sounds amazing! It has everything you need! I particlaurly like that beautiful manor house, and the waterfall feature.
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It is an amazing place and yes the sites on the walks are superb xx
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Just by looking at all these photos, it looks like that place is a destination indeed and not just a hotel. Such beautiful architecture and the views are amazing!
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So glad you love the piccys and I could not have put that any better myself. We had a marvellous time xx
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I love the look of this hotel, it looks like a real treat of a stay. That afternoon tea looks delicious and I’d love to relax in the hydrotherapy pool.
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Well worth treating yourself, the tea and spa are amaze xx
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It sounds like the perfect location to escape and hid away for a weekend. The nature trails and walking around the area would be ideal for me. Love the addition of touches such as the chocolate in the room on arrival.
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It really was an ideal break away! We had an amazing time xx
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What an amazing stay! Looks so comfortable and the walks look great!
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It was fab and we had a great time away xx
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Oh my! this Hotel is definitely so much more than a simple hotel! I love all the facilities in one place, it looks so comfortable and with so many options!
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You have pretty much said it in a nutshell Nati xx
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This place looks exactly like the sort of place we love to go on holiday! I am going to have a proper look – lovely review. Kaz
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Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. Fab stuff, I hope that you have as much fun as we did xx
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The food looks amazing. The hotel isn’t too far from me, maybe I’ll treat myself to a nights stay.
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Ooo sounds like a plan Laura. Let me know how you get on xx
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This looks like such a quiet and cozy place whether you travel alone or with your significant other. That photo of the afternoon tea looks delicious!
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For sure and yes the afternoon tea was a real yummy treat xx
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Oh this looks so lovely and peaceful, that pool overlooking the countryside is SO nice.
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Very peaceful and we had such a relaxing time at the hotel for sure xx
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There is so much going on here! Food is always what I look out for and it doesn’t seem to disappoint here. That and the gym facilities look unreal too.
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Haha love that Lewis, bring on the food! The gym was fab xx
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Now this sounds like just what I need! The gardens look beautiful and that spa- love it when they have all fancy water features. The food looks good and it sounds like a winner all around
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Deffo a winner all round and well worth a whirl xx
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This looks like an incredible place, somewhere you could just go and completely relax and detach yourself from every day life. Bliss!
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You are spot on and yes bliss is was for sure xx
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That looks like a wonderful Hotel and Spa. The scenery around there looks spectacular and it must be lovely to go and relax in the Spa after a day out walking.
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That is exactly what we did, it was an amazing break away xx
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What an amazing place to visit, the hydrotherapy pool looks a wonderful way to relax and unwind.
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Agree completely, perfect break away xx
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It looks absolutely amazing! The pool and hydrotherapy pool look like bliss!
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It was super chilled and ideal for rest and relaxation xx
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What a stunning location for a spa break. The facilities look amazing and that food……Mmmmmmm
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The food was yummy and yes pure beautiful bliss xx
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I’m so impressed! This would be exactly the type of hotel we would look to stay in. There is so much to do and see. I think it’s a bit of a gem find you have there.
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Totally agree with you, the place is a gem for sure xx
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This place looks lovely. I would certainly ensure that pool and spa.
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It was fab and yes the pool and spa are just amazing xx
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That’s amazing place to visit and stay. It is very peaceful and well-furnished hotel.
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I agree, we had a fab time for sure xx
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