Built in 1882 as a grand country mansion, the hotel has a reputation for superb cuisine and fine wine and was awarded the prestigious Cheshire Life, North Wales Food & Wine Award for 2004. The hotel specialises in Spa Breaks that include a complimentary Spa Treatment. Both Four Poster Suites have a bathroom Jacuzzi and there are discounts for Sunday night and midweek throughout the year. The Restaurant offers a choice from both a la carte and table dhote Menus while dishes from the Brasserie Menu are served in the Clock Tower Cafe Wine Bar, with beverages and patisseries also available.