Just returned from a night at "The Old Deanery" and would like to thank all the staff for a lovely night away. I agree with other reviews re the hotel requiring an update however this in no way spoilt our stay. We stayed in room 9 room (an attic room) and could quite happily have stayed there for a week. It was a fab big room with lots of character and charm with an equally big beautiful bathroom. The room was very clean with plenty of plugs and a spot light which was very useful for putting makeup on. The hotel has wifi which I'm not sure they advertise. All the staff were very helpful and friendly and the breakfast was delicious. A great small hotel.

Enjoyed a night on the second floor with great view of the Cathedral. Quite spooky with it comming up to Haloween, listening to the Owl hooting at night clock chiming on the hour.
The Dinner was amazing as was the breakfast. The staff were chatty and helpful. Only complaint was that the bed was a bit lumpy and could do with a new matress..thats all. I would stay again.

We stayed over at the Old Deanery following a gourmet dinner evening with wines. Our room was spacious with a four poster bed, and although some modern furniture had been introduced, including a flat screen TV, it was still old fashioned with wooden shutters at the windows instead of curtains! The bathroom was quaint, but the water was hot, the towels fluffy and the shower was good so no complaints. Wish there had been duvets on the bed instead of blankets, though. The corridors outside the bedrooms are in need of a makeover - plain magnolia walls, chipped paintwork and no paintings or decorations. All the floors are uneven (bit like being in a crazy house when walking upstairs) but this adds to the charm. The food was excellent, including the gourmet dinner & breakfast next morning. The young staff were courteous and helpful - they even brought the large screen TV out of the conference room and installed it in the bar so we could watch the rugby. And although our room was opposite the cathedral, I certainly didn't hear any chimes during the night (but perhaps that had something to do with the Bordeaux we had consumed!) We are now on the mailing list and will certainly stay again

Sunday Lunch at The Old Deanery is not to be missed, the food is fantastic with a
very good choice and perfectly presented.
The staff are attentive and very friendly but professional at all times.A real treat
without breaking the bank.