Lucknam Park Hotel

Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa & Restaurant Hywel Jones

Overview

Tucked into the lush Wiltshire landscape just six miles from Bath, Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa stands as a quintessential English country retreat, blending period grandeur with contemporary luxury. The property’s Walled Garden Restaurant brings a relaxed, seasonal dining experience to this lauded estate, ideal for food-loving couples and families seeking a gourmet weekend near the Cotswolds. Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa is set in 500 acres of parkland, offering a sense of escape yet excellent access from London and Bristol.

Eat

At Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park you’ll enjoy an elegant fine-dining experience set within a grand Palladian mansion surrounded by parkland. The spacious dining room, once a ballroom, features sophisticated décor, high ceilings and expansive views—creating a refined yet welcoming atmosphere.

Under the leadership of Executive Chef Hywel Jones, the kitchen delivers a modern British tasting or à la carte menu crafted from impeccably sourced, seasonal ingredients. Dishes are thoughtfully composed and presented with a light, contemporary touch. Whether you opt for a multi-course discovery menu or select from the specials list, expect meticulous technique, elevated flavours and elegant plating.

Service is polished and attentive, ensuring each course is explained and timed to allow guests to savour the journey. Begin with a pre-dinner drink in the drawing room or library before being escorted into the dining room—this small ritual contributes to the sense of occasion. Dress smart: the setting calls for a refined aesthetic (smart casual or better) and the pace of the evening invites lingering over your meal.

Sleep

Lucknam Park Hotel offers a variety of sumptuously styled rooms and suites, each blending timeless English character—think grand sash windows, antique furnishings and plush textiles—with modern comforts such as contemporary bathrooms and high-end amenities. From classic country house bedrooms to spacious suites and stylish self-catering cottages, there’s a restful option for every taste. Families, couples and solo travellers alike will find welcoming comfort and serene views. After dinner, retreat to restful, quiet rooms where the only disturbance is the soft dawn chorus from the woodlands beyond.

Retreat

Days at Lucknam Park might move at a gentle pace—from a morning swim in the award-winning spa’s hydrotherapy pools, to horse riding, tennis or simply wandering the kitchen gardens and avenues of mature trees. The spa, regarded among the UK’s finest, offers indoor and outdoor pools, thermal cabins, rejuvenating treatments and serene relaxation spaces. Beyond the gates, the charm of Bath (around 20 minutes by car) invites explorations of Roman baths and honey-stone streets, while the southern Cotswolds’ rolling hills are perfect for scenic drives and walks. Lucknam Park’s setting means you’re less than two hours by train from London Paddington to Chippenham, plus a short taxi ride—making this one of the south-west’s ultimate gourmet escapes.