Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel - Wilmcote

16th-century Elizabethan manor hotel in 5 hectares of parkland near Stratford-upon-Avon

History & Grounds

Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Wilmcote sits on 5 hectares of private parkland. The grounds contain an 11th-century church where historians believe Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway. A topiary garden planted 100 years ago replicates a chess board and remains the hotel's most photographed feature.

Dining

The Stuart Restaurant & Great Hall offers dinner service beneath 16th-century oak panelling and beside original fireplaces. Guests can order from a menu of locally sourced ingredients, with options like special diet menus and wine/champagne. Private dining is available with garden views, and the Great Hall Bar & Lounge serves seasonal cocktails and light meals.

Spa & Wellness

The on-site ESPA spa provides a range of holistic treatments, including body treatments, facials, and massages using Decleor products. Guests have access to an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and solarium. Fitness classes and yoga sessions are available, and the spa includes separate lounge and relaxation areas.

Accommodations

Bedrooms are spread between the main manor house and cedar barns, with newly refurbished rooms that retain historical features like exposed beams. Each room includes a private bathroom, tea/coffee maker, and safety deposit box. The hotel also offers family rooms and non-smoking floors, with room service available.

Nearby Attractions

The hotel lies 5 km from Stratford-upon-Avon, home to Shakespeare's Birthplace and Anne Hathaway's Cottage. Warwick Castle is a 20-minute drive, and the nearby Cotswolds offer walking routes. Guests can also explore the historic church on the hotel grounds, which is open for visits.

• Location: 5 km from Stratford-upon-Avon, 5 hectares of private parkland
• History: 16th-century Elizabethan manor with an 11th-century church
• Dining: Stuart Restaurant & Great Hall with oak panelling and original fireplaces
• Wellness: ESPA spa with Decleor treatments, sauna, steam room, indoor pool
• Activities: Tennis court, topiary garden (100-year-old chessboard replica), board games
• Pet-friendly: Pet baskets and bowls provided on request