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The George of Stamford - review by fruitylala

Rating: 4.0

Location: 71 St Martins, PE9 2LB, Stamford, United Kingdom

I have never actaully stayed at this hotel, but often recomend it for family or friends and they have always raved about it. We have been for afternoon tea or morning coffee and it has always been lovely. Service is great, quick and friendly. Food is also nice, a bit stuffy at times but generally nice for older relations especially. Great location, close to town and all that Stamford has to offer. Also near to antiques centre which is excellent for having a look to find bizarre old things!
I know several people who have had their wedding parties here and they have always been lovely. Nice setting and photos are very pretty. Locally renowned as one of the best hotels to stay and eat at and we have always been pleased.]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:29:41 +0000 /review/uk/stamford/hotel/1o62p85/the-george-of-stamford1047386296 52.649134858716 -0.47894027799892 The George of Stamford - review by citadel http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/stamford/hotel/1o62p85/the-george-of-stamford
The George of Stamford - review by citadel

Rating: 4.0

Location: 71 St Martins, PE9 2LB, Stamford, United Kingdom

Tags: excellent food, coach inn, georgian, beautiful, well lit, beer

The staff was exemplary and I have rarely felt so welcome (outside of the major hotel chains like The Ritz and Waldorf).

I was travelling with a buddy of mine who happens to be British and he suggested we stop in Stamford for a pint. I ended getting us both rooms at this place because I was flabbergasted at what a great place it was/is!

The pub is brilliant with some beautiful ladies tending the bar and an oustanding quality of people attending. Not for a "night out on the piss" though. The country gentry are in force and ponce it up a bit. DEFINITELY a brilliant place to take a lady friend out for a wonderful dinner or a weekend in the country!

Cheers,

Sean]]> Mon, 21 May 2007 18:10:29 +0000 /review/uk/stamford/hotel/1o62p85/the-george-of-stamford1822518017 excellent food coach inn georgian beautiful well lit beer 52.649134858716 -0.47894027799892 The Black Swan Hotel - review by citadel http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/middleham/bar-pub/1o72p84/the-black-swan-hotel
The Black Swan Hotel - review by citadel

Rating: 4.0

Location: Market Place, DL8 4NP, Middleham, United Kingdom

Tags: comfortable, awesome staff, low ceilings, great food

After a rather long drive up from London, and the suggestion of a friend in London, we pulled into Middleham and found The Swan.

I should qualify what I am about to say here though: I am a Yank, and while an afficianado of pubs, my experience is as buoyed by atmosphere as it is by whats on tap.

Having said that, I utterly enjoyed The Black Swan. From the rustic feel and atmosphere of the place, to the people I encountered while enjoying my pint(s) and sandwich.

The food is first rate for a pub and the beer, well, it is beer.

If you find yourself in this area, this is WELL worth the stop. The next trip, I will be staying in this pub!

Cheers!
Sean]]> Mon, 21 May 2007 17:46:48 +0000 /review/uk/middleham/bar-pub/1o72p84/the-black-swan-hotel443375032 comfortable awesome staff low ceilings great food 54.284785958422 -1.8064234707085