We went to have cream tea at Samlesbury Hall. Four adults and five children. First of all the good: 1. The eating area was beautiful and light and cosy. Wonderful seating. 2. The staff were very pleasant. I think they were a little short staffed though, a little rushed but they maintained their composure very well. 3. The food when it came was very nice. Now for the bad: 4. We did reserve five children’s portions, but they were given adult portions and they were charged adult prices on the bill. 5. We were told we could have either a hot drink or a cold soft drink. The children wanted soft drinks. But on the bill, the soft drinks were charged as extras. Had we been given the right information we would have all got hot drinks. We thought it was a bit too much to be charged extra for the drinks, on top of the fact that the children were charged as adults. It would have been a wonderful experience but these two things just rankled with us.

Amazing building and lovely grounds. well preserved and a real time capsule. The 13th century hall is fascinating to step into. Various information boards are provided around the building to offer insights. A good park for kids and cafe is great. Can see how it would be a great place for a wedding.

A fascinating historic building with a checkered past dating back to the middle ages. If visiting it is well worth booking a tour to discover stories of the past from the civil war, witch trials to its near disappearance when it fell into ruin. It now provides a wide range services - talks and walks, Cafes, a wedding venue, lovely gardens and more. Definitely worth spending some time here exploring all it has to offer.

Visited to see 'The Lady in White' theatrical show. Overall the show was very good - a nice way of telling the story in a dramatic and powerful way. The house itself seemed very nice, with a lot of historic features. I will try and revisit during the daytime to see a normal tour! The staff on arrival and at the bar were very pleasant and efficient. Overall a good evening experience!

Attended a wedding last Saturday. Was absolutely fantastic building looked great food was superb all in all a great venue . Stayed in a hut overnight which added to the whole experience. Also tried a waffle which was lovely. Highly recommended especially for functions

Really brilliant, hassle free stay. We stayed in October and the huts were surprisingly warm. It was great exploring the hall and the food in the restaurant was of a high quality. The only downside was a lack of grounds to explore. This is a compact site which only merits a brief exploration. My son loved the adventure playground. All in all, we really enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly, and the huts are cosy. We'll definitely be returning soon!

A beautifully restored medieval hall steeped in history. Amazing black and white architecture. We came here for the guided tour with Janey the Witch. She acted her role really well and the hour-long tour of the ground floor was entertaining and funny as well as educational, with lots of banter and some audience participation! She told us not only about the hall's long and violent history and its ghosts but also living conditions in medieval and Tudor times - quite an eye opener! Not many downstairs rooms to see and these were sparsely furnished but there were some wonderful timbered ceilings, fireplaces and heraldic decorations. After the tour we were free to explore the upstairs rooms with their fascinating memorabilia and priest hide. The garden is small but there are lovely views of the hall across a well kept lawn and an adventure playground with its own miniature hall. Loved Dottie's Wafflery with its homely atmosphere, friendly staff and little gift shop. The chocolate brownie and coffee were quite pricey but that was fair enough as the café supports the upkeep of the hall, which is free to enter.

A really nice place for a good day out. The hall is beautiful and the tour guides are energetic and entertaining. They taught me about the history of the hall and events which occurred within. There is also a cafe which sell amazing waffles and coffee. I would definitely recommend as it also isn't too difficult to get around the area either.

What a lovely place. We went for the Lady in White play which though short was fun. I would over to go back and have a walk around properly. It's 700 years old and full of history. The exterior is just as lovely as the interior. There's a shop, a lovely fountain and other interesting places to have a look at

A glorious sunny day there, enjoying the Shepherds huts stay for 2 days. No TV so conversation is a must. The hall itself is very interesting indeed. Ian was on hand to relay more history of this place. He's a volunteer hand like alot of them giving their spare time.

Really nice place with a lovely play area for kids. It wasn't too busy either. Only small complaint would be that the food is quite expensive for what it is - £9.50 for a jacket potato with beans and cheese. However it is free to get in so food is the only thing you'll spend money on. Would recommend :)

Our wedding at Samlesbury Hall on December 2, 2023, was a dream come true. The venue's medieval charm and well-maintained grounds provided a magical backdrop for our special day. Sharon, our wedding coordinator, and her team, especially Rebecca and Chester, were outstanding in their service, making every moment seamless and memorable. Their personal touches, passion, and attention to detail were unparalleled. The food was delicious, the facilities including ample parking and cozy accommodation were excellent, and the staff's attentiveness to our needs was remarkable. What's unique about Samlesbury Hall is its ability to combine exclusivity for your event with its vibrant daily activities, allowing us to revisit and relive our memories. This venue is a perfect blend of beauty, history, and top-notch service, making it an ideal choice for anyone. Highly recommended

We really enjoyed the free 1 hour tour around the hall (donations appreciated) Wonderful building,great history & spooky ghost stories. You can wander yourself & also enjoy the cafe.

Just attended my nieces wedding breakfast at Salmesbury Hall. The event was beautiful well organised, even the weather held up nicely. The grounds are amazingly beautiful. We all had a wonderful day and evening together with both families. I would highly recommend if you’re thinking about selecting a wedding venue.

Beautiful old house.. well maintained. Only a small place. It’s free, toilets, cafe, friendly staff, ice cream/waffle parlour, play area and free parking. Lovely fountain and also shepherds huts to book. We enjoyed it.

This place is absolutely gorgeous. The grounds are beautifully kept, the hall is fascinating and steeped in history. Beautiful place to visit. When we arrived there just happened to be a wedding fair so a bit of a bonus that I could take some pictures for my daughter to check it out 😁

Amazing location full of history. Definitely worth visiting! Especially the cafe and wafflery, Maria was really sweet in the wafflery. The hall is decorated for Christmas and was beautiful to see, I can see why weddings are held there!

This is not just a hotel. It is a grade 1 listed building with an interesting history. Parking is free, entry is free (although a donation can be made), Coffee shop with waffle House, restaurant, and lovely grounds. There are regular first-class tours, the one we went on lasted an hour and was free. The guide is a well-known and respected figure in the area.

Fantastic place to visit, so much history. You don't have to stay at the hotel to visit Salmsbury Hall, it is well worth the visit. The Hall is amazing, we went round on the tour, our guide was Simon, an excellent and knowledgeable gentleman, so much history and ' ghost' stories to be told. It is free to visit but welcome donations, it is worth noting that no food or drink is allowed on site due to this venue being a charity and raise funds from there own eateries, We ate in the ' Heritage' cafe really good food.

Small historical building. Unfortunately upstairs was closed off to visitors the day we visited so limited areas to see. Architecture well preserved & stunning out and in. Only criticism detail needed on pictures so you know which owners of the house they were. It's free to look round and lovely small cafe in courtyard.

Great place to visit , with a very informative talk on the history of Samlesbury Hall. Lovely heritage cafe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating . Little crazy golf area for children and big children (adults 😆 ) . And not forgetting dotties waffle house 😋 scrumptious ice cream and more , with seating inside and outside in a lovely courtyard with fountain (where kids can hook a duck). Little gift shop . No entry fee . Definitely put on your list to visit if you haven't already .

The spooky guided tour was awesome, whoever he was that gave the tour imagine Simon Callow with a majestic curling moustache and goatee beard. Sadly the tour ended too soon as he was due to pick up another tour group. We were told that there are other tour guides that tell alternative stories and their own interpretation, if they are up to the standard of our guide you'll be in for a treat.

Free to get in but we had a guide which was worth every penny. He was very knowledgeable and interesting. There is a cafe where you can get huge waffles, and a heritage cafe.Many of our group ate there and it was delicious. The sandwiches had lots of filling and came with salad and coleslaw.

Stayed in shepherd's hut, absolutely lovely experience. very clean, good sturdy beds. Lovely surroundings The house and gardens lovely for visit too and free. The ice cream is delicious and Maria is so friendly and kind, she makes it well worth a visit and to buy an ice cream

Really nice quiet walk around the house and grounds. Had some really nice food in the Heritage Cafe. Very friendly and fantastic beef and ale pie. Some building work in progress but still clean and tidy and comfortable.

Amazing vegetarian breakfast in the heritage cafe. No charge for parking or entry to the beautiful and fascinating house. We'll worth the trip. Between Preston and Blackburn. You can stay in one about 25 shepherd huts, too.

Lovely staff (I believe them to be volunteers). Great narration of the history behind the scenes which I found fascinating. Good reasonable cafe options. It's important that people continue to visit/ support places like this so they don't fall into disrepair and get lost for future generations. Keep up the good work and thank you.

Great few hours spent at the Hall. Free admission, but donations much appreciated. I didn't know where to point my camera, there was so much to see. When you have finished looking at the Hall, go and take a walk around the peaceful, well maintained garden. No food or drink to be consumed on the site as they have a cafe that funds the hall. They have the usual gift shop and toilet facilities. Parking is free.

OK for main hall where wedding we attended was held.could get around in a wheel chair no problems. However after booking s teepee suitable for wheel chair user, we arrived at a small wooden cabin similar to those used by rail workers in days gone-by. Steep wood ramp to get in, needed two pushers, shower had no grab rails anywhere and unable to reach shower head to adjust it. Access was along a long gravel path about 300 yds, not easy at all for a wheel chair, why?

Attended a wedding here. The building and surrounding area was really good. The food at the wedding was served by respectful staff, and was very good quality. I would like to have stayed overnight,but may well revisit.

Lovely place .booked to go for a tour .Got there in plenty of time . Booked a meal at 1pm. Arrived at 12.30. The staff are lovely and said there will be a wait for food . 12.45 was still waiting for food and nearly missed the tour ! If you are coming for any of the tours .Don't book for food here. Xx

Huts are great really warm and super power shower fitted. Being a coeliac and having to have the gluten free options usually if not always is a let down but not here the food was outstanding. Every course was what fine dining is all about. Thank you for a 5 star experience.

Enjoyed the experience first time I have been there. Just felt it would have benefited from having more staff maybe dressed in the garments of the period, maybe able to do this when things get back to normal. Must say it was free to get In and they had a nice play area for the little ones.

Stopped off for a very tasty lunch- sandwiches & brownie washed down with pots of tea. Excellent food, service & surroundings. We followed it with a tour or the hall guided by a very funny witch, very informative. Would highly recommend.

Whether you're visiting to delve a little into local history, are attending a wedding or conference or just there to enjoy a relaxed lunch, Samlesbury Hall has plenty to offer. The hall has plenty of attractive architectural features and stories to tell, while the well-equipped huts are the ideal woody retreat if you're staying the night. The food is first-rate too, with all dietary requirements catered for.

Brilliant place to visit particularly on a Sunday when the free ghost tours are held in the hall. Nice cafe but not much to see outside the hall, its all about the history of the place but well worth a visit. There is a donation box to help towards the upkeep of the hall as entry is free.

A visit to Samlesbury for a look around and a pot of tea can be recommended. There is ample, free, parking in the the well-maintained grounds and a small cafe at the east end of the car parks. The hall is splendid with free access. There is plenty to see.

This was an awesome experience, steeped in history! Lovely restaurant with superb food, very helpful staff. Glamping available looks like it would be a fantastic holiday.

Impressive and well maintained 14th-century manor house-turned-guesthouse offering dining & tours. Really worth a visit but when we arrived there is a wedding going on so cannot enter the building. We just walked around the ground it’s really beautiful architecture. There is a cafe, gift shop and a dessert place for kids as well! On site parking is Available! For sure will visit again.

Went there for a wedding reception. The hall is a beautiful place to hold it. I would recommend a visit. Free entry and free car parking

We had an absolutely wonderful time having our wedding reception at Samlesbury Hall this summer. The venue and grounds are stunning and the food was delicious. Josh Clarke from the Wedding team was absolutely fantastic! Nothing was too much trouble and he was so easy to work with throughout the process. Our guests also really enjoyed staying in the Shepherds Huts and it was wonderful being able to have full reign of the whole site! Would highly recommend having your wedding at this wonderful venue!