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Peckforton Castle is an independently owned Hotel and offers a magical experience, with 48 superbly appointed guest rooms, state of the art conferencing, on site team building activities, 2 magnificent restaurants including the 1851 AA Rosette awarded restaurant and the more contemporary 2010 Brasserie.

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> New bedrooms - Now Open
> Brasserie 2010 - unveiled
> Tranquility - Now Open

New bedrooms at Peckforton Castle are fit for kings and queens

6 July 2010
Award winning Cheshire hotel Peckforton Castle now offers even more magic with the addition of ten opulent en-suite bedrooms following a £1.7 million investment programme, which also includes the brand new 2010 Brasserie at Peckforton Castle and luxury beauty treatment facility Tranquility at Peckforton Castle.

Located in a formerly unused part of this Grade I listed building, the ten beautifully decorated en-suites, fit for kings and queens, comprise one luxury suite, one de-luxe room, three four poster bedrooms and five executive rooms and all opened for business on 2 July.

Much care has been taken to ensure that the sumptuous rooms retain many of the Castle's original features such as exposed sandstone walls, tall windows overlooking the hotel grounds or the stunning Cheshire Plains, fireplaces and incredible vaulted ceilings that now display decadent chandeliers.

The historical original features blend seamlessly with the modern comforts of easy lift access to all new rooms, induction loops, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions with Sky, luxury hospitality trays from Cafe du Monde, toiletries by Thierry Mugler, robes and slippers, plus the usual telephones, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards.

Peckforton Castle managing director Chris Naylor comments: "Guests will be wowed by the new rooms. The individual styling perfectly complements the original features creating a real sense of history and modern majestic flair. They ooze opulence and are so inviting and comfortable I'm sure guests won't want to leave them! They've been fully booked since they launched and the feedback has been superb confirming that Peckforton Castle truly is an enchanting hotel in the heart of Cheshire."

Each new room boasts exquisite interior design with stylish soft furnishings and striking wall art produced by Cheshire photographers Ashford Daly, plus a full en-suite bathroom with cosy underfloor heating, an indulgent slipper bath and practical walk in shower.

On the first floor of this newly renovated part of the Castle a soothing blue colour scheme is carried throughout the two executive rooms Bunbury and Bickerton and a double de-luxe Spurstow, which interconnects with Bickerton as required.

On the second floor the impressive Tollemarche Suite – named after Lord Tollemarche who commissioned the building of Peckforton Castle in the 1840s and then used it as his family home for many years – follows a warm red and orange theme and features two entrances, a full lounge, dining area, generous desk space, a stunning four poster bedroom and a full bathroom. With views over the Castle's Ward it offers a superb vantage point for the rest of the venue.

Also on the second floor and following the same colour scheme is a further extravagant four poster – Bentley – plus two executive rooms, Huxley and Bulkeley, with the option to connect Huxley with Bentley if required.

The third floor, which has its own private patio and incredible views, lends itself perfectly to exclusive hire and features a serene beige and brown colour scheme. Beeston is a divine four poster room with views stretching out over the Cheshire Plains that take in Beeston Castle in the distance. Kelsall and Tattenhall are two executive rooms with Kelsall interconnecting with Beeston as required.

Chris adds: "We've used the best of everything in the rooms so they're all first class. The fabrics, colour schemes, lighting, bathrooms, wall art, everything is exactly how we wanted it to be, fit for kings and queens."

To celebrate the launch of the new bedrooms Peckforton Castle is offering special leisure packages. To find out more about these and other deals please click here or contact the venue on 01829 260 930.

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Peckforton Castle unveils enchanting 2010 Brasserie

5 July 2010
The owners of Cheshire landmark Peckforton Castle are reporting a fantastic response to the luxury hotel's new facility, the 2010 Brasserie at Peckforton Castle, after it opened to the public for the first time on 2 July.

Located in the former scullery, the stunning 2010 Brasserie forms part of the recent £1.7 million investment programme to provide a range of new amenities, which also include ten additional en-suite bedrooms and the beauty treatment area, Tranquility at Peckforton Castle.

Open to all members of the public every day from 8am to 10pm, the 2010 Brasserie operates a table waiting service and provides a unique combination of affordable menu choices, striking surroundings and a relaxed atmosphere, making it the ideal venue for all occasions, whether a quick cup of coffee or an informal lunch with friends.

Peckforton Castle managing director Chris Naylor comments: "The 2010 Brasserie will turn even a humble coffee break into an enchanting experience. From take away drinks, a pot of tea with a pastry, a sandwich for lunch or even a celebration for a small group, the 2010 Brasserie offers it all in a magical setting."

The contemporary menu with its generous selection of food and drink – put together by the team behind the venue's award winning 1851 Restaurant – features speciality fair-trade coffees, pastries, sandwiches, panninis, soup, salad, fishcakes, burger and even Rib-Eye steak, with ingredients sourced from Cheshire farms and suppliers where possible. The new children's menu for knights and maidens was created with the help of local schoolchildren and is also available in the 1851 Restaurant.

Chris says: "The 2010 Brasserie menus are, of course, less formal than a la carte and table d'hote, but all food is produced to the same high standards of the 1851 Restaurant and served in the same professional manner." This lovingly restored section of the Grade I listed building retains many of its original features including windows and two cast iron cooking ranges, which date back to the 1840s. These are combined with the modern day comforts of luxury furnishings, free Wi-Fi and a flat screen television, striking a perfect balance between the old and new. The courtyard creates additional space and offers a modern al fresco dining experience.

Chris adds: "We're delighted with the new 2010 Brasserie. It's turned out exactly how we imagined; first class in every way. It only opened a few days ago, but already there's a real buzz about the place. We've received a lot of wonderful feedback. Come and tell us what you think, you'll be most welcome."

To celebrate the launch of the 2010 Brasserie, Peckforton Castle is giving away a number of vouchers valid until 31 October 2010 entitling the holder to a free bottle of house wine when two people dine with a two course meal in either the 2010 Brasserie or the 1851 Restaurant. Please contact Peckforton Castle for further details on 01829 260 930.

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Peckforton Castle launches beauty treatment facility Tranquility

5 July 2010
As part of its recent £1.7 million restoration programme, one of Cheshire's top hotels, the captivating Peckforton Castle, is adding a touch more magic to the venue with the launch of a luxury beauty treatment facility - Tranquility at Peckforton Castle - due to open on 19 July.

Offering a real escape from it all, Tranquility boasts exquisite beauty treatment facilities and luxury brand products all in the surroundings of this magnificent Castle. The luxurious beauty treatment area features one single treatment room, one double treatment room, which is perfect for romantic his and hers treatments, a shower facility, a spray tan booth and a sumptuous reception area with nail bar.

The extensive variety of treatments and packages for both men and women includes a full range of facial and body treatments by luxury brand Elemis, spray tans by St Tropez, manicures and pedicures by Essie, gel nails by Bio Sculpture, acrylic nails by NFI and make up from exclusive Italian brand RVB, plus aromatherapy, sports massage and Swedish massage.

Tranquility is headed up Vanessa Rowland, aged 21, who graduated two and a half years ago from the International School of Beauty in Nantwich with the CIDESCO Diploma – the world's most prestigious qualification in the field of Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy. Vanessa previously worked at The Wild Boar Hotel in Cheshire before acquiring the franchise to run Tranquility at Peckforton Castle earlier this year.

The luxury beauty area opens seven days a week to all members of the public from 9am to 9pm Monday to Saturday and from 9am to 8pm on Sundays and to celebrate the launch there are some very special deals, as Vanessa explains: "To celebrate the launch of Tranquility we'll be offering a series of indulgent spa packages, romantic his and hers deals and offers for ladies who lunch, plus a fantastic Beach Body deal which will be available throughout August."

Peckforton Castle managing director Chris Naylor comments: "Visitors to Peckforton Castle will be delighted with Tranquility and Vanessa's team of qualified professionals. Imagine staying with us for a luxury break, doing some vigorous outdoor activity and then winding down with a massage, well now you can. Or, how about popping in for a nice spot of lunch then having a manicure and a spay tan done for the weekend? Now you can do that too! Our brides will find Tranquility invaluable in providing some of the best make-up and hairdressing services around."

To celebrate the launch of Tranquility, Peckforton Castle is inviting all brides and grooms with weddings booked to a special session on 25 July when Vanessa will be available to talk about the products and treatments on offer over a glass of Bucks Fizz.

For bookings and to find out more about Tranquility at Peckforton Castle, please contact Peckforton Castle on 01829 260 930 or write to tranquility@peckfortoncastle.co.uk.

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