The Venue
Halsway Manor is a beautiful Grade 2* listed manor house, nestling on the slopes
of the Quantock Hills. It boasts a history going back over a thousand years and was mentioned
in the Doomsday book. The manor house is stunning with ornate panelling, ceilings and
gargoyles. The grounds are equally impressive and well worth a wander around during the
weekend.
Despite having a long history, Halsway Manor has been
sympathetically renovated for contemporary living. There is a new dining room and many of the rooms have recently been refurbished. It is well heated, supplemented by
welcoming log fires in the hall and lounge. All the bedrooms have washbasins and tea and
coffee making facilities; many bedrooms have en-suite facilities. There is a well-stocked bar
in the lounge. The food at Halsway
Manor is excellent, from hearty breakfasts to the delicious cream tea to round off the
weekend. Many products are purchased from local suppliers.
Halsway Manor is England's National Centre for Traditional
Music, Dance and Song. The Library, accessed through a secret door in the Lounge, houses a
fascinating collection of folk-related material.
Further information
about Halsway Manor can be found on its website: www.halswaymanor.org.uk