The hotel is set in countryside surroundings; the nearest town being Newcastle under Lyme, is just 2 miles away. The hotel has a Spirit Leisure Club with an indoor Swimming pool, Whirlpool, sauna, and gymnasium, which are free to use when resident in the hotel. The solarium and beauty facilities are available at an extra cost. There is an outdoor children's play area situated close to the main entrance of the hotel. The hotel has a bar, lounge area and Traders Restaurant, which offers an excellent range of English and continental cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A selection of snacks and pastries are available from the Traders bar. The conference facilities at the hotel consist of two large suites capable of accommodating 70 pax theatre style each. We also have 7 syndicate rooms from 2 to 10 boardroom style. All bedrooms are comfortable and offer en-suite facilities, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer, trouser press, TV, Pay movies and telephone with modem point for those still with work to complete. Executive Rooms, in addition to the above have bathrobes,power showers and luxury toiletries. For those guests visiting the area for leisure we have the Potteries Shopping Centre, Waterworld and Alton Towers Theme Park all within an easy drive.Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Spode and all other well known local pottery makers are all available in the area. The Peak District and Derbyshire Dales can be reached within a short drive. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.