Overview

With clear blue skies and the sun in its glory, a look around the grounds seemed the thing to do, but first of all a hearty breakfast would set us up for the day. Early morning and only ourselves up to see the dawn, the ramp was put down for us to enter the Cloisters restaurant (photo 1) and a cup of tea would be so welcomed (photo 2). A healthy start was served up by friendy staff (3) while we enjoyed the feel of the restaurant (4) and a well earned full English was brought to us (5). Nutfield looked majestic this morning (photo 6) and the impressive stone carved facing impressed us, reminding us of how skilful the stonemasons had been (7). Now the disappointment of not being able to see and enjoy the terrace gardens that lay below the steep old steps (8) that led down to the terrace itself (9) which would be such a delight to sit at later on in the season (10) overlooking the Surrey countryside with its fresh greenery preparing to come to its full springlike glory (11). Looking over the vale bought back memories of how long ago it seems now, that a walk across those fields would have been so enjoyable (12) but we had to be content with the solid safe stronghold that stood beyond us (13) while below, the sun trapped terrace of another section of the estate gave wishful thoughts that a cool drink on a warm sunny day would have been delightful, but not for us, as sadly, more steps prevented any future thought of that happening. (14). Beyond Nutfield, at the rear carpark (15) a seperate building had been provided for its Spa and health club, with a good sized car park (16) and two disabled bays each side of the entrance has been provided (17) but look at those steps, but at least a lift is available when needed (18) but not for us, it was just not worth the effort of pressing the bell, waiting for staff to come out and across and up the steps to help us prepare the lift to get us to the Spa, so something else we would have to forfeit today. So we made our way back across to the main building (19) and loading our suitcases into the car, (20) and we prepared ourselves for the long homeward journey. You will by now have gathered that Nutfield is not really wheelchair friendly in many areas, and although imposing, we feel that the old place is best left for those who can manage, while knowing they may enjoy the priory to its full. OUR FINAL THOUGHTS. Breakfast was lovely, you may order what you like, it was beautifully cooked, and we were able to call over the chef and thank him for his efforts on our behalf. We liked the way staff willing provided the ramp for us to be able to enjoy the lovely Cloister restaurant and served us with many friendly words. But Nutfield is not a hotel we can really recommend for disabled, there where to many problems to face that prevented us from enjoying the gardens to the full, so although dining is a delightful experience and one we will recommend you trying if you live in the area, overall, we were satisfied with what we had accomplished.

Transport & Parking

There are two disabled bays opposite the main hotels entrance, ideal up to a point, as there was a step to get up into hotel and no ramp in sight. Staff will put one down for you however.

Access

If just visiting, say for dinner, or to admire the old historical building, you can cope and see most of the hotel, but the gardens and terrace would have to be missed. We have offered two other reviews for Nutfield Priory, which will give you our full advice and thoughts, so do read these please before making your mind up about this hotel and Priory.

Toilets

We did not have need to use public toilets (we stayed overnight and used bedroom facilities) so cannot advice you

Staff

All staff we met were kind and friendly and did their best for us, no worries there at all.

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