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The Victoria at Holkham

Holkham Estate, Wells-next-the-Sea, England
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Newmarket, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
113 helpful votes 113 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012
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people found this review helpful

We arrived at the Victoria at 14:28 and were informed, very matter-of-factly with a cold smile and without apology, that lunch was until 14:30 hence we could not dine there. We were then told by the same barman, who spoke excellent English as a second language, that if we were quick with our decision then he could perhaps persuade "chef"... More

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Marlborough, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

The four of us walked to The Victoria from Wells car park, and were hungry after about a 3 mile journey along the beach and up Lady Anne's Drive.Our friends had eaten at The Victorian before and told us that the place was amazing and it would be a perfect half way stop for lunch. We were not disappointed.There was... More

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AdnamsSouthwold, Public Relations Manager at The Victoria at Holkham, responded to this review
8 May 2012

We are glad to hear you had an enjoyable lunch in our restaurant. Thank you very much for your review. More

Norwich, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We were looking forward to a meal at the Victoria having had a lovely meal there with friends during the summer. My husband ordered lamb while i ordered seabass. The lamb was well received but the seabass portion with accompanying 4 new potatoes was too small to feed a small child let alone an adult. When I complained the waitress... More

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AdnamsSouthwold, Public Relations Manager at The Victoria at Holkham, responded to this review
10 May 2012

Thank you for your review and I'm sorry to hear that your complaint about the portion size was not handled in a satisfactory way and was also unresolved. I will pass your feedback onto the hotel manager. More

Bedford, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012 via mobile

We were not too sure, as it is right at the entrance to a major tourist attraction. But we had walked up ( in driving rain) from wells next the sea. U In we came rain dripping off waterproofs, and were immediately fussed over, for somewhere to hang them up shown somewhere to sit near a nice fire and how... More

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AdnamsSouthwold, Public Relations Manager at The Victoria at Holkham, responded to this review
1 May 2012

We're glad to hear you had a warm welcome when you came in from the rain! Thank you for letting us know you enjoyed your meal in our restaurant, despite the weather you were faced with. More

Astwick
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Two years ago I organised a birthday surprise for my wife, where I arrange stabling for the horses in Wells, booking my wife and daughter into the Victoria for a few night, so they could ride their horses on the beach at Holkham. Well, they really had great time, we have some wonderful memories and some great photo’s, the Victoria... More

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AdnamsSouthwold, Public Relations Manager at The Victoria at Holkham, responded to this review
1 May 2012

Thank you ever so much for detailed review, and your photos too! We really appreciate your kind words and we will pass them onto the staff. More

England
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

First of all it was Bank Holiday Monday and very busy. Having said that however, when paying these sorts of prices for lunch one still expects a certain quality of food and service. We had not booked so asked if a table for 4 was available. Being told there was a table around the corner we took it. I have... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

We stayed for 2 nights at The Victoria. Having booked a room a few months ago, I telephoned to confirm the reservation a few days before we were due to stay. I was told that we had been upgraded from the courtyard view room I had booked to a marsh view room, room 5. Fantastic! As soon as we arrived,... More

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Suffolk
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116 reviews 116 reviews
Reviews in 55 cities Reviews in 55 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

We stayed for 1 night and took dinner and breakfast. We received a warm welcome from the receptionist, who took us up to our room. This set the tone for our stay, as all the staff were efficient but friendly. Our room (bedroom 2) had an entrance hall that led to a good sized bedroom with large bed, a bathroom... More

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Norwich, England, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

Found this wonderful restaturant as a complete surprise. From the moment we walked in we were made to feel extremely welcome. Our bartender taken the drink at the bar and someone bringing it too our table after we decided we wanted something to eat. The resturant had a lovely roaring fire, and was extremely inviting. We were shown to our... More

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AdnamsSouthwold, General Manager at The Victoria at Holkham, responded to this review
29 March 2012

We are delighted that, having found us by chance, you had such a wonderful lunch experience. We are sure the staff will be delighted to read your review and do hope to see you again. More

London, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012
4
people found this review helpful

I have visited The Victoria both independently and with my family for nearly 30 years and it has always been a firm favourite through various face-lifts. However, it seems this may be at an end with the new move to team up with Adnams (who I usually rate very highly). Gone is the nice welcoming atmosphere in the bar, with... More

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AdnamsSouthwold, General Manager at The Victoria at Holkham, responded to this review
29 March 2012

Naturally we were disappointed to hear that you did not enjoy your recent visit to the Victoria and that you found the new decor not to your liking. With regards to Afternoon Tea, we haven't served it for quite a while but I am sorry that you found a page through the internet that said we did. We have passed... More

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  • Victoria At Holkham Hotel
Address: Holkham Estate, Wells-next-the-Sea, England
Price range (per night):* INR9,450 - 29,134

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