Great Fosters, an SLH Hotel

We were fortunate enough to hold our daughter’s wedding here last week. Thank you to Emma for sorting and arranging an incredible wedding . What a fabulous couple of days we spent here. The venue is amazing and created a gorgeous back drop for the day. We had sole use of the Tithe Barn, the bar area and the Orangery. All are splendid in their own way. The grounds are beautiful, just lovely for photographs. The staff were exemplary all around the hotel, a special shout out to the ladies in the breakfast restaurant and the lovely young man who catered for our many needs on the Friday morning in the Nursery suite. We used this room the night before and night of the ceremony as it sleeps 4 people and was a wonderful room for the bridal party to get ready in. Other rooms we used were ‘Deans’ (no.25) which was a spacious King size room with the softest most comfortable bed and a bathroom with roll top bath and separate shower which was incredible. Room 37 was a cosy double and was perfectly sized with all the usual facilities. The bridal suite (Queen Anne) was also incredible. Staff at the wedding were as you would hope, so efficient that you didn’t know they were there most of the time. Great job by the bar staff. Everyone worked very hard but we’re always polite . Everything was faultless, we had the best time and would recommend this as a wedding venue. One small issue afterwards was one of our guests lost a gold bracelet and when she telephoned reception and asked if it may have been found she found the staff member to be quite rude and unhelpful sadly. Such a shame as everything else was fabulous 🤗

Our stay at Great Fosters came about as we were guests at a wedding. ||The whole venue is stunning, helped by British sunshine, it was incredibly picturesque the grounds are well kept and the entire setting could not be faulted. ||Check-in was smooth and the staff were helpful, assisting us in taking all of our baggage to the room. The room was basic, but had what we needed for a one night stay. ||Breakfast was nice, with continental and cooked options. However, my hot drink was forgotten and chased twice, all the eggs across our five plates were poached, and not a single one was runny. A soft boiled egg was also requested, which came back hard boiled. A shame all around. ||That being said, we had a lovely stay, celebrating the wedding of our family friends. I would come back to try out the spa and hopefully have a slightly better breakfast experience.

We enjoyed a wonderful, one-night stay at Great Fosters, following our return from a Mediterranean cruise. We selected this hotel because of its unique charm, English garden, Michelin rated restaurant (Tudor Pass) on premise and proximity to Heathrow for our early flight the next morning. Built as a royal hunting lodge in the 16th Century, the hotel is steeped in history.||Great Fosters was everything we expected, and more. Though we arrived early and our room was not yet prepared, we were warmly welcomed and took advantage of the time to walk the gardens on the property and share a drink in the bar.||Our room was spacious, well-appointed and very comfortable. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Tudor Pass, where the food was creative, artfully presented and delicious. Prior to our flight the following morning, we had great breakfast in the breakfast room, where a very comprehensive breakfast menu is presented.||Throughout our stay, the staff in the hotel, restaurants and bar could not have been more accommodating or provided better service. If you are seeking a unique and charming experience, Great Fosters is for you.

I appreciate this is a historic and period hotel but it was very tired for the price tag. Our £300 comfy king was very small and there were actually decorators in the hall right outside our room which I've never experienced before, very odd. The cocktail bar service was fine but the room is tired and lacks any style or class. The breakfast room felt a bit like a B&B and the pastry/fruit table was very small with very little variety, however the cooked menu was decent. The grounds and building are stunning but the rest of the experience is a let down for the price.

We had such a memorable stay at Great Fosters and would highly recommend it for families, couples, or business travellers. Its location is perfect – close to Windsor, Surrey, and just a short drive from Heathrow, making it a wonderful countryside escape or stopover before a flight.||||We stayed in the Nursery Suite in the main house, which was exceptional. Every space we explored was beautifully styled, and the grounds were immaculate – clearly cared for with great pride.||||The service was a real highlight. Both Adam and Lewis went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable, sharing fascinating insights into the history of the property. Lewis in particular spoke so warmly about his team and training, and it really showed in the attentive, seamless service we experienced.||||Food and drink were excellent, with a wide choice on the menu and fabulous cocktails and mocktails. We dined at the Estate Grill, but loved that there’s also a relaxed bar menu and fine dining option – perfect for different occasions. Afternoon tea in the gardens is firmly on our list for our next visit.||||The pool was beautifully heated, even after a rainy September day – a treat for us as a family. While the poolside facilities could benefit from an off-season refresh, it didn’t take away from our enjoyment.||||As someone who shares family travel experiences on Instagram (@lk_boltwood_travels), Great Fosters ticked all the boxes for a grown up trip with the baby in tow– a stunning historical property, exceptional service, and a true sense of escape. We left feeling relaxed, cared for, and already planning our return.

Amazing afternoon tea for my mum’s 80th birthday. The afternoon was so lovely, staff attentive and couldn’t do more for us. The food was excellent and we had a gorgeous cake. Everybody enjoyed the experience from my 24 year old daughter to my 80 year old mum. FABULOUS FABULOUS FABULOUS

I had the absolute joy of photographing a wedding at Great Foster's in September 2025 and it was such a wonderful experience. The venue itself is stunning - offering so many opportunities for beautiful wedding photos. The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful to both myself, other wedding suppliers and the guests, and this makes such a difference when choosing / working at a wedding venue. The beauty and atmosphere of this venue really helped me to create wedding photos that encapsulated the feel of the occasion and I cannot wait to photograph another wedding here again soon. Highly recommended.

Afternoon tea was an experience not to be missed if you are in the area. Selection of finger sandwiches, scones and desert bites were beyond description. Service was excellent from all staff, friendly and polite. We added the champagne option and was so worth it. Earl Grey tea and orange blossom tea accompanied our experience. Highly recommend Great Foster's for Afternoon Tea if you want the full experience