Hello Everyone,
I went to see Warwick Hilton on Friday. It is at the junction of the A46 and junction 15 on the M40. Easy to find, although a lot of roadworks on the A46. Hopefully they will be all done by April next year!
NRAS lunch and Weekend away
Saturday 24th (lunch) and Sunday 25th April 2010
The young lady was trying to match the deal we had at Leicester last year but of course the room rates are different at the various Hiltons. Single rooms are £10 pn dearer than Leicester. Other rates the same.
Accessibility:
There is a step at the front door but a lowered curb to one side for wheelchair access. There is a large car park and there are 8 parking spaces for disabled people. I will ring on Monday to confirm that we get free parking.
The hotel is comfortable and in good decor. The reception and bar area has low ceilings and, in my opinion, does not give the pleasant feeling of light and spaciousness that Leicester had. There is a lounge in front of the bar area where we could gather together and socialise, although not much room between furniture. They do not have a lot of guests at the weekends – it is mostly business people during the week. The floors are good – either wood or carpet, but all are flat. The only steps I saw on the ground floor were to the pool and these can be avoided by using the wheelchair lift.
They have 4 ‘accesssible’ bedrooms with walk-in showers – but I didn’t feel there would be much manoeuvring room for a wheelchair ! The one I saw was on the ground floor.
The dining room was on two levels but the higher level had a ramp if anyone could not manage the 3 steps. The lower level was all flat. We could have whatever table plan we wished. They would do the 3 course buffet, with tea or coffee afterwards for £15 per head. Children are half price. You would pay for your meal and drinks at the till on the way out (or add to your room bill if staying in the hotel).
There are accessible toilets for men and women on the ground floor.
The leisure centre only has a small swimming pool and there were steps with a handrail into the water. They have a hoist if anyone could not manage the steps. They have a gym, steam room and sauna. There is a lift to the pool area for wheelchairs. Otherwise, there are about 4 steps to negotiate. There is a large disabled/family changing/shower room.
Warwick Rates for room deals are:
For two people:
Dinner, bed and breakfast £110
Bed and breakfast £70
Family room: 2 adults, 2 children – Dinner, bed and breakfast £130. Bed and breakfast £100
1 person:
Dinner, bed and breakfast £85
Bed and breakfast £65
Breakfasts are full English breakfast, buffet style.
They offer a similar package to that given at Leicester. Well, you would expect it as it is the same chain.
In my opinion, Leicester is more accessible and spacious in all areas and has a larger swimming pool. Rooms for single people are £10 pn cheaper. Leicester Hilton is at Junction 21 of the M1.
So, I propose we have a poll to see whether the majority want Warwick or whether you want to go back to Leicester (I have checked with Leicester and the dates are available and the deal would be the same as last year). For those who want to go to Warwick, Leicester is only 45 minutes away.
It is in your hands! The poll will end on Monday 14th December. If the poll doesn't appear on here, it's because I can't figure it out.
You'll just have to post with the word 'Warwick' or 'Leicester'.
"I cannot do everything. I accept that. Not being able to do everything is no excuse for doing nothing." ~ Helen Keller
