Westbrook Court Country House

08/08/2024

Launching one of our new day retreats at Westbrook Court today!

The Reset Retreat hosted by Georgie and Naomi is on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 and your day pass includes

- a mindful garden walk with Naomi to gather botanicals to make your own infused facial oil to take home..
- a guided self facial massage session to lift and sculpt your face naturally..
- 3 course vegetarian lunch with sharing plates around our communal dining table..
- a nurturing and energising Kundalina Yoga practice with Georgie to help reconnect to your inner peace..
- a quiet time in our beautiful lounge areas to share stories with your new connections..
- a soak in a fresh water cedar clad hot tub to finish the day..

Everyone welcome!

Book online at www.westbrookcourt.co.uk or email [email protected] for more details..

25/06/2024

New “day pass” workshops coming soon to Westbrook Court!
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We are excited to announce our new mid week single day Autumn (and Spring 2025) workshops with a variety of topics for everyone.. Our upcoming retreats include “how to write a poem” and “creating a vision board with home-styling workshop” and “spa day with bubbles” and “natural illustration watercolour painting workshop” and “create your own skincare with meditation and yoga”.. all our days will include two workshops held in our breakout rooms and lounge areas, sumptuous sharing plates for a 2 course communal dining experience alongside your new workshop chums, with plenty of coffee/tea/cake plus a relaxing end of day dip in our huge hot tub!
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Head to our website now to join our mailing list and be the first to receive our Early Bird Special offers in your inbox in the coming weeks!
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22/05/2024

Our friends over at By The Wye have collated a brilliant list of What’s On around Hay on Wye during The Hay Festival.. so much going on!!

Your guide to events in Hay-on-Wye during Hay Festival 2024 including places to eat. Markets, Exhibitions, Workshops and Events.

09/05/2024

The gentle scent of Wisteria is back on the menu here at Westbrook Court!

We only have a couple of weekends free across the Summer so book now to see these incredible views IRL!

04/05/2024

A brilliant article by our new chum Amanda Hyde, about changes in the holiday let industry across the UK.

The full article came out in the printed 30th April edition but our digital excerpts are below! Grab your back copy now or I can post here when I track it down..

Or subscribers can access here..

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/europe/united-kingdom/hot-tubss-axe-throwing-british-holiday-lets-raising-game/

Hot tubs and axe-throwing: How British holiday lets are raising their game to survive

After Covid, demand for domestic holidays has slumped, forcing accommodation companies and Airbnb owners to stand out from the crowd

By Amanda Hyde
30 April 2024 • 11:00am

Our excerpts..

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At Westbrook Court, a large country house near Hay-on-Wye, the long list of available activities runs the gamut from axe-throwing to belly dancing, via spa treatments and chocolate-making. Owner Kari Morgan acts as a concierge, introducing guests to the region and helping them get as much from it as possible.

Herefordshire has largely gone unscathed by the recent holiday downturn.

“All the activities make for a wonderful Herefordian experience. We can book different workshops for everybody – all ages, on and offsite,” she says.
If all the bells, whistles and discounts still don’t bring in guests, or during shoulder season when things can get really quiet, owners are finding ways to diversify. Westbrook Court is launching group retreats for 2024.

“I started to think about retreats last autumn,” says Morgan. “I’m from Melbourne where doing them is the norm, but I wanted to offer ones that aren’t just sound baths and yoga. I’ve launched three for this October: one for creative entrepreneurs, then women and DIY and then the last one is a mother and daughters’ retreat.”

Morgan notes that, unlike some other areas, Herefordshire seems to have largely escaped the downturn. Occupancy is up in the Highlands, Perth/Dundee and Aberdeen too, according to AirDNA. And, of course, some properties book up fast regardless of the weather, trends or hot tub situation.

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So if you would to stay as a larger group for a celebration, or come as a solo or couple for a small group retreat, have a look at all our options that we now offer!

www.westbrookcourt.co.uk

www.visitherefordshire.co.uk

After Covid, demand for domestic holidays has slumped, forcing accommodation companies and Airbnb owners to stand out from the crowd

21/04/2024

The bluebells are here! With lots of idyllic walks around us to enjoy the great outdoors of Herefordshire 😍

16/03/2024

Quick stomp up the road to see what all the fuss is about! And the monolith that the whole globe seems to be excited about is indeed pretty spectacular, eerie and atmospheric.. so are THEY here.. or is it a rebel artist..? Who knows…

Visit Herefordshire visithay

08/03/2024

Happy International Women’s Day!

What a perfect day for us to launch a selection of carefully curated small group weekend retreats at Westbrook Court Country House, for solo guests or couples or friends wanting a new experience and to learn a new skill or takeaway a new inspiration or creation.

Revitalise & Thrive: A weekend of women's wellness for female entrepreneurs

Empowering female entrepreneurs and creatives, who will engage in conversations of inspiration, mindful walking and talking and a made creation workshop facilitated by our experienced coaching co-hosts Creative Wellbeing Circle and Walk Hay.

SheBuilds: Women's DIY Weekend
�Empowering women in the power of DIY for homemakers. We have partnered with our very handy chum Fred, an artisan carpenter to teach you how to do lots of home DIY to add to your essential life skills tool kit.

Mothers and Daughters: Blossom, Connect & Glow

Empowering mothers to reclaim time with their teenage daughters across a weekend of pampering, mindfulness techniques, yoga and and learning a new way of creating natural beauty products for your skin. This retreat is hosted by our friends and dream team Georgie and Naomi

More retreats will be added soon so sign up to our newsletter on our website and follow us on Instagram to be the first to hear of updates!

03/03/2024

Grab a “Birds Eye view” from our hillside kadai area which on clear nights offers a stunning vista across the night sky..

06/02/2024

Spring has almost sprung here across Herefordshire, as have our new ideas for 2024 that are slowly coming to life!
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We are almost ready to share our news of exciting opportunities for new connections, new skill sharing, and new beginnings across weekends away at Westbrook Court..
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So watch this space, more news soonest!
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09/10/2023

Planning a 2024 Winter/Spring get-together with friends and family?
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Even in the cooler months we have fun things to do, like workshops offering lampshade or chocolate making, guided hikes through sheltered woods, stargazing from the hot tub or just curl up in one of our many cosy lounges or our convivial dining hall to have a good natter..
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Book direct for the best rates, no booking fees and later checkouts (where possible!).

18/07/2023

Come and join the group holiday fun with some epic 20% off deals remaining for 2023, including hot tub, afternoon checkouts, undercover games room plus more!
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With excellent value for our last few weekends and special stays - only when you book direct!
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From £48 per person per night, eg based on 24 guests staying three nights over August bank holiday weekend..
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Book now!

28/06/2023

!! August Bank Holiday, Christmas and New Year Offers just released !!
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Book directly with us to save 10% off the 3 night August bank holiday weekend…
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And our new shorter stay 4 or 5 or 7 night stays for Christmas and New Year available to book now…
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Includes hot tub, games room, free on-site or offsite walks and adventures to be had PLUS a later checkout of 2pm for all direct bookings quoting RELAX…
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So grab your nearest and dearest for a great break away at Westbrook Court!

15/05/2023

Our ancient Wisteria is in her delightfully full scented bloom just in time for The Hay Literary Festival!
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And we’ve just switched over all our Spring pots to Summer’s colourful blooms..
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And still one last weekend available in June with 15% off and a late checkout!
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Grab a last minute deal with books and flowers in the sunshine, what more can you ask for? Book by phone, email, text or online!

27/04/2023

Enjoy a Woodee Experience Day during your next visit to Westbrook Court Country House!
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Louise and her experienced chefs Sue and Andy can offer small or large groups a private firepit cooking experience either at Westbrook Court or in their nearby private Woodee field with stunning views of Snodhill Castle..
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The team offer lots of hands on cooking and tips and hints on firepit cooking throughout the day.. on our day we easily made chicken teriyaki skewers, pork and mushroom in cider with roasted potatoes, steamed Sea Bass, mini Dutch oven croissant soufflés plus more!
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The Woodee offer locally crafted, built to last, fire pits of varying sizes plus other outdoor cooking accessories. The Woodee Experience day is a great way to “try before you buy” or just to gain confidence in your outdoor cooking skills.. very transferable to your own bbq or firepit at home…
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What a great celebration experience for guests of Westbrook Court!
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Book by email or text all year round - email [email protected] or telephone 07553 361864.
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Local food and beverage and wood suppliers included…

24/04/2023

Who is ready for a Spring and Summer getaway?
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With our huge hot tub, communal fire pit, big outdoor dining area with bbq, games room, field or hill walks from the door and more, there is something for everyone at Westbrook Court!
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We have only a handful of weekends in June and August still available (with a 15% off June weekends!) so now is the time to plan a getaway with your friends and family…
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Book by phone, text, email or online and don’t forget we offer extra rewards for direct bookings like later checkouts plus more!

05/04/2023

Lots of choices from our doorstep (or a short drive) of child friendly, dog friendly and medium grade field walks and hill hikes around us, with or without your own private guide with Walk Hay…

05/03/2023

Brecon Beacons voted one of the top 7 places to stargaze, in the Sunday Times today..
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Westbrook Court is on the North Eastern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park…
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From our kadai area next to the hot tub, there is no light pollution so the stargazing is incredibly awesome on clear nights..
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So come stay and be awed by our natural wonder!

02/03/2023

Looking for some Easter fun with friends or family…?
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Book our Easter bank holiday 3 night weekend for just £62 per person per night, based on 19 adults and 5 children staying.
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And have fun finding the Easter bunny treats hidden for every guest! (With dairy free and vegan options on request!)
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Book by email or phone for an afternoon checkout and an enhanced Welcome hamper!

06/02/2023

What a lovely message left by our weekend guests…!
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We are so pleased our place fills the wish list of so many of our guests.. hot tub, games room, celebration spaces, walks from the door, caterers and spa treatments, activities on-site and offsite plus much more!
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Our Spring offers and discounts are still running till end of April so do book for a last minute retreat!
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We also offer extra enticements like afternoon checkouts and more flexible payment terms for guests that book direct!
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See you soon!
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16/01/2023

Fancy having a Springtime gathering with your tribe here?
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We are offering 20% off February weekends, 15% off March weekends and 10% off April weekends (excluding Easter).
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Such an idyllic setting with glorious views for a chilled out koselig / hygge weekend doing nothing but watching the season change…and the tulips, daffodils and snowdrops arrive in their splendour..
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Plus the hot tub and games rooms are primed and ready to go for you…
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Book direct by text or email to grab your preferred dates at these discounted prices!
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Westbrook Court is the perfect location and venue for celebrating a big birthday or special anniversary or a pre-wedding getaway with friends, a family Summer break, a writers retreat or corporate getaway. Westbrook is located near the world famous book town of Hay on Wye on the border of Herefordsh...

02/12/2022

Happiest of Seasons Greetings to our December guests!
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The house is festive ready for all your family celebrations, for you to create new memories to cherish with your nearest and dearest…
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We would also like to thank all our 2022 housekeeping helpers, hamper suppliers, activity providers and our behind the scenes teams as your combined efforts make a stay at Westbrook Court so special for our guests.
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Be Merry!

08/11/2022

Is staying in getting cosy during the cooler Autumnal months more your thing, instead of kicking leaves in misty woods… ?
Westbrook Court has plenty of squidgy sofas and quiet corners to curl up with a book, kindle or you can just wander around and enjoy the original art and vintage curios scattered around in every room!
Our local artists in residence include Billy Charity, Aine Venables, Lizzie Harper, Francesca Kay, Jean Miller plus many more… even an original one off sketch by Mary Portas is here!

So come and stay to see the sights, inside and outside and if you are inspired by your favourite art piece, make us an offer and you could even take it home with you!
www.westbrookcourt.co.uk

27/07/2022

So glad I caught this informative “walk around tour” on the archaeologists last digging day at Arthurs Stone in Dorstone, a mere hop and skip from us!

The diligent teams found an ancient wall, a possible avenue of columns plus more to find... It is such fascinating history on our doorstep here in the Golden Valley...

There was even a bit of celebrity spotting with Prof Alice Roberts and dig Directors Prof Julian Thomas and Prof Keith Ray filming onsite for Digging
for Britain - I hope you can keep an eye out for the Arthurs Stone/Golden Valley edition at some point.

Well done to the digging teams and English Heritage and University of Manchester and University of Cardiff, what marvellous discoveries you collectively all made!

You can explore these open monuments at any time of year that you visit the Golden Valley, along with Snodhill Castle across the valley, Hay Castle
around the corner and Longtown Castle down the road and more!

www.visitherefordshire.co.uk

www.facebook.com/Archaeology-at-Arthurs-Stone

Official page for info from the Archaeologists working on Arthur's Stone, Herefordshire

20/07/2022

What a wonderful experience for our guests to enjoy and create a memorable artwork to commemorate a celebration weekend…

Hay Castle Trust

13/06/2022

Our latest addition to Westbrook Court Country House is ….
… a celebratory centrepiece garland with over 15 different hand grown and dried flowers by …
Think sculpted textures with pops of colour from the Hydrangeas, Poppies, Strawflowers, Chinese lanterns, Quaking grass, Thlaspi (cress), Amaranth, Bracken, Eucalyptus, Alchemilla, Bunny tail grass, Amobium alatum (white winged everlasting), Limonium suworowii (pink pokers), African marigolds and Lonas inodora…
We absolutely ❤️ this unique and bespoke creation and can imagine our future guests laughing and chatting over their delicious shared celebration meal, with dimmed chandeliers, candles flickering, moody jazz in the background and convivial memories being made…
Can you see your friends and family having a brilliant time here?
Check out our rates and dates or book now at www.westbrookcourt.co.uk

08/06/2022

We are proud to be helping sponsor the very first Hay Pride this Sunday…

Everybody is welcome, come and join in the fun and festivities!

https://www.haypride.com/pride-programme

Find out more about the programme of events for Hay Pride on 12th June 2022.