Sleeping in the Bed Where King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn Once Slept

Saturday, 25 Jan, 2008 0

Thornbury Castle Hotel in Thornbury, South Gloucs, UK offers you imperial lifestyle which the kings and queens of yesteryears had enjoyed at their times. Kings and queens made their royal presence felt at Thornbury Castle. Even today, every nook and corner of the majestic castle resonate history. 

The earliest historical account of Thornbury and the manor dates back to sometime between 925-940 A.D. This was the time of King Athelstan, grandson of King Alfred the great. Much later, the castle witnessed the stay of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Mary Tudor also spent some time in this castle as a princess. The castle has already lived five centuries. 

Times have changed and so has Thornbury Castle. It has now turned into a full-fledged commercial hotel. The majestic hotel is equipped to make your stay special with roaring fires, delectable cuisines and opulent bedchambers. Whether it’s an overnight stay, night stay or a weekend away from home, Thornbury is prepared to be your majestic host. 

Step into the shoes of famous and infamous Kings of England and roam around the castle and adjoining grounds to get back to those historical moments. Visit Thornbury Castle’s own vineyard. All of Thornbury’s wine is produced from this old vineyard itself. Each year, Thornbury welcomes all during the grape harvest season in September / October.

You can enjoy a majestic night stay in Duke’s Bedchamber where King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept once. The castle has 25 bedrooms. Most bedrooms have four-poster or coronet beds, stone walls and artistic ceilings. Enjoy the parkland view and the riverside view of Severn. The rooms have fireplaces and comfort is guaranteed with luxurious bathrooms, colour TVs and complimentary tea / coffee tray on request. 

Dining at Thronbury Castle is another experience you will relish for the rest of your life. Thornbury is famous for traditional British cuisines including the mouthwatering Sunday roasts. Apart from British delicacies, you will find umpteen modern international delicacies too. The Castle has received many prestigious awards for its dining services. The menu changes daily to incorporate the finest seasonal produces.

The Tudor hall, gardens and the parkland provides the finest ambience for business meetings also. Meet your client or colleagues at the quiet, undisturbed Thornbury Castle. Thornbury has welcomed modern technologies like wireless broadband just for your business needs. 

While at Thornbury, indulge yourself into holistic therapies and beauty treatments. High quality products and therapy ensure your wellbeing. You will certainly look better and feel healthier and confident. 

Thornbury can well be your wedding venue. If you have a majestic taste, enjoy regal wedding at Thornbury. Lastly, Thornbury Castle Hotel can be for you exclusively! For the ultimate experience, authorities can create a majestic environ just for you only at your command
 



 

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