The hotel is nice to look at from the outside but dated internally. The staff are friendly enough, just not enough of them especially in the restaurant and bars. The pro shop has some great staff. The rooms do not have air conditioning but come with a small fan. They feel tired but are fine overall. The restaurant is crowded and again no air conditioning. Staff friendly but reactive rather than proactive. No one asks if you want something, or if everything is ok, you have to find someone to get what you want. Food from the buffet is limited. We chose a la carte which was very good though waited a long time for it to be served. Not sure id return. Only saving grace is the Arden golf course. Wouldn’t play Aylesford at this time
In the heart of the West Midland’s glorious countryside awaits the Forest of Arden, a flagship venue in the UK.
This awesome golf resort is one of the most highly regarded in the country, thanks in large part to the two outstanding championship golf courses. Both courses, the Arden and Aylesford, were designed by the legendary Donald Steel, with the Arden being the headline course, having hosted the European Senior Masters three times.
This fantastic golf destination is found less than 30-minutes from Birmingham city centre, ideal for golfers throughout the UK, yet is surrounded by some 10,000 acres of countryside. The 4-star hotel maintains a high standard, with excellent customer service and facilities throughout. The luxurious Cedarwood Spa is a highlight, as is the delightful Fairway Bar & Grill.