William Wolfe
This morning
What to do in London this morning: a Morning Reviver at D.R. Harris, then kippers at The WolseleyThe only coffee shop I’d happily die in: Bar Italia, SohoBest pub on the planet: The Golden Lion, Osmotherley. Don’t tell anyoneShirt shopping is strictly observed in the morningDog-friendly hotel of the week: Chewton Glen (mind the weight limit)The best sausage in London: Jago’s, ChelseaWhat to do in London this morning: a Morning Reviver at D.R. Harris, then kippers at The WolseleyThe only coffee shop I’d happily die in: Bar Italia, SohoBest pub on the planet: The Golden Lion, Osmotherley. Don’t tell anyoneShirt shopping is strictly observed in the morningDog-friendly hotel of the week: Chewton Glen (mind the weight limit)The best sausage in London: Jago’s, Chelsea
no. 30 of William Wolfe’s 100 best British hotels

Cliveden House

Taplow, Berkshire

CCliveden House, Taplow, Berkshire

Mr Wolfe’s review of Cliveden House

  • Privately owned
  • Historic building
  • Beautiful location
  • Superb service
  • Dog-friendly
  • Within 90 minutes of London

The Astors’ palace above the Thames, where the Profumo affair began beside the swimming pool. Cliveden has been the scene of more political scandal than Westminster and with considerably better catering.

The Great Hall, the parterre and the river below make it one of the most theatrical hotels in Europe. Dogs are welcome to explore 376 acres of National Trust gardens, though they are asked not to re-enact anything.

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