Stanshope Hall - Alstonfield

4-star country house in Alstonfield with 500-year-old character and exceptional breakfast

Accommodation

Stanshope Hall Alstonfield offers a 4-star country house experience with 3 guest rooms, each featuring a private bathroom with a large bath and power shower. The Superior Double Rooms provide garden views, soundproofing, and a sofa bed, while the Twin Rooms include an en-suite with a separate toilet. Family rooms are available, and the historic building dates back 500 years, with original murals and hand-painted friezes.

Dining

The breakfasts at Stanshope Hall Alstonefield include continental, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, all made with fresh pastries and local specialities. Guests can also enjoy light suppers such as homemade soup, open sandwiches, and cakes, served in the garden or by the log fire. A bar is available with a small mark-up above supermarket prices, offering a choice of wines and spirits.

Amenities

The property includes a large garden, a drawing room with an open fire, and a bar for evening drinks. Free on-site private parking is provided, along with an electric vehicle charging station for guest use. Other amenities include 24-hour security, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers, as well as express check-in/check-out and packed lunches for walkers.

Location

Stanshope Hall is located 17 km from Alton Towers and 56 km from East Midlands Airport, with easy access to Buxton Opera House and Chatsworth House. The hall sits above Milldale, a 2 km walk to the Dovedale footpath, offering direct access to the Staffordshire Peak District's scenic trails. The surrounding area includes many little villages and towns, with local pubs like the Coach and Horses at Fenny Bentley and the Royal Oak in Wetton.

Services

Guests receive a welcome tray with tea, coffee, and homemade biscuits or flapjacks upon arrival, served in the garden or by the fire. Express check-in/check-out and packed lunches are available for walkers and cyclists. The hotel also provides an invoice for business travelers and has a fridge on the landing with fresh milk and mineral water for guest use.

• Location: 17 km from Alton Towers, 56 km from East Midlands Airport
• Rooms: Superior Double Rooms with garden views, soundproofing, and sofa beds
• Dining: Full English/Irish breakfast, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
• Breakfast: Local specialities, fresh pastries, and homemade preserves
• Parking: Free on-site private parking with electric vehicle charging station
• Amenities: Welcome tray with tea and homemade biscuits on arrival