Judges

Well away from the road in peaceful, wooded grounds with a stream and gardens (floodlit at night), this Victorian house (Pride of Britain) was built as a private residence and later became the residence for circuit judges. It is managed by Tim Howard ('friendly and charming') for the owners, the Downs family, who have converted the building into a hotel with sympathy and imagination. 'We loved our stay: our room was spacious but cosy, and the food was superb,' says a visitor in 2012. The chef, John Schwarz, serves 'excellent' modern dishes, perhaps 'perfectly cooked and attractively presented lobster with langoustines and crushed potatoes'. The bedrooms are furnished in keeping with the period: 'Our room had a lovely marble fireplace, two big armchairs, a large chest with cupboards and a minibar; all the usual modern equipment. The renovated bathroom was smart and well lit. A novelty was a goldfish, Finn, whom we were asked to talk to and feed.' A 'delicious' breakfast, served at table, has freshly squeezed orange juice, good unsalted butter and fresh fruits; 'plenty of cooked options from local fish to full Yorkshire'. (Rebecca Walker, and others)

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Judges, Yarm, Bubbly Bygone Package

From £210.00 per person for 2 nights enjoy two nights accommodation, dinner, full English breakfast, afternoon-tea on one day, sparkling wine and chocolates in your room upon arrival. Stay the additional Sunday night for only £75.00 per person, dinner, B&B. 

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  • We loved our stay. We were greeted at the door and checked in efficiently. Our four-poster room overlooked the entrance was spacious, yet cosy. Everything very clean, and extra touches made our stay special. The food in the restaurant and the bar is superb, as is the service. Breakfast was delicious, lack of abuffet table added to the "quality" feel.

    Rebecca Walker, 10/04/2012

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Judges, Yarm, Bubbly Bygone Package

From £210.00 per person for 2 nights enjoy two nights accommodation, dinner, full English breakfast, afternoon-tea on one day, sparkling wine and chocolates in your room upon arrival. Stay the additional Sunday night for only £75.00 per person, dinner, B&B. 

Please mention The Good Hotel Guide when booking.

Local attractions

Endeavour
Visit a full-scale replica of Captain Cook's iconic ship.
Preston Hall Museum
Built in 1825, Preston Hall stands on over 100 acres of magnificent parkland.
Yarm Driving Range
A driving range with a floodlit putting green and driving range, as well as a pitching green and bunker facilities.

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Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts the following discount vouchers:

  • Online vouchers

    These entitle readers to a 10% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay

    Print voucher

  • Book vouchers

    This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 25% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay. Each printed copy of the Guide contains six vouchers worth in total about £150. BUY THE GUIDE

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Judges, Yarm, Bubbly Bygone Package

From £210.00 per person for 2 nights enjoy two nights accommodation, dinner, full English breakfast, afternoon-tea on one day, sparkling wine and chocolates in your room upon arrival. Stay the additional Sunday night for only £75.00 per person, dinner, B&B. 

Please mention The Good Hotel Guide when booking.

Contact Details

Judges

Kirklevington Hall YARM Yorkshire England TS15 9LW

Telephone

01642 789000

Website

www.judgeshotel.co.uk

Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 10% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay

Further Information

Bedrooms

21, some on ground floor.

Open

all year.

Facilities

ramps, lounge, bar, restaurant, private dining room, function facilities, business centre, civil wedding licence, 36-acre grounds (paths, running routes), access to local spa and sports club.

Background music

none.

Children

all ages welcomed.

Dogs

only guide dogs allowed.

Credit cards

all major cards.

Prices

[2012] B&B £65-£110 per person, D,B&B £97.50-£142.50, full alc £52, Christmas/New Year packages.

GHG voucher offer

Buy the guide and claim 25% off B&B rates on certain dates