The team at The Old Coach House B&B at North Stainley near Ripon were delighted to have been shortlisted for the Yorkshire Post Tourism Awards’ best B&B for 2023.
Hosted at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, the glitzy black-tie event compered by Virgin Radio host Rich Williams, celebrated all of the wonderful tourism and hospitality businesses that make God’s Own County such an attractive destination for people from all over the world. From fine dining to doggie hospitality, sustainability to accessibility, the awards covered everything that the discerning traveller might look for, and it’s clear that we have an abundance of quality establishments offering amazing service, and a passionate allegiance to our region which feels unique to Yorkshire.
It has been a challenging few years for tourism and hospitality in the region, but the event proved the resilience and enthusiasm of the tourism sector, and it was an excellent opportunity to showcase what our great Hospitality businesses do well.
Veteran Hotelier Neil Slade who manages The Old Coach House B&B said he was “absolutely thrilled to accept the award! Winning against a backdrop of exceptionally good competition, we were awarded B&B of the Year, in recognition of going above and beyond and providing our guests with a unique personal service, excellent local knowledge, attractive accommodation and a fabulous breakfast!”
The judges said: “The Old Coach House has exceptional customer reviews demonstrating a consistent commitment to delivering outstanding service to its guests repeatedly.”
Neil Slade commented further: “I would like to thank my terrific team, The Yorkshire Post, and all those guests who have stayed with us and taken the time to review their experience – such a boost to us all, and the most welcome Christmas present!”
One of North Yorkshire’s best kept secrets, The Old Coach House at North Stainley, near Ripon, is an accommodation jewel. The 18th Century coach house stands in the grounds of North Stainley Hall overlooking the lake. Immaculately presented, this luxury B&B guest house offers a sophisticated and stylish ambience with all the modern comforts and facilities discerning guests expect today.
The Old Coach House is owned by North Stainley Estate, one of the oldest and most diverse farming estates in the country. The Estate’s core values centre around the importance of its customers, its local community and ultimately taking a sustainable approach to everything it does. Not only has the Estate been responsible for the transformation of North Stainley village, both physically and as a community, but underpinning this is its continued support for the local school and a plethora of other local clubs, societies and charities.
For more information, visit oldcoachouse.info or telephone 01765 634900.
