things to do

The Manor Hotel is situated on historic Datchet's pretty Village green. The hotel is just a two minute stroll from the majestic river Thames and featured in Jerome K Jerome's famous book �Three Men in a Boat'.

The hotel has the advantage of being within easy reach Of both Heathrow international and Gatwick airport. The West end of London is easily accessible through the fast Motorway links of the M4 and M25 and, for those who prefer not to drive, via the Datchet to London Waterloo, train service.

The nearby town of Windsor, is shadowed by the walls of Windsor castle, a major tourist attraction for visitors Worldwide, with its magnificent staterooms and Great Park. There are also a host of interesting shops and Museums within easy walking distance of the castle.

Windsor castle was originally built for defence purposes, By William the Conqueror in 1070, as a wooden keep on a chalk hill. King Edward III expanded the castle into a Palace in 1348 and started his famous �order of the Garter'. Influenced by stories of the legendry king Arthur, Edward III established an order of 26 knights and presided over them at a round table, with a blue garter as their symbol. Even today, membership is regarded as a great honour and the castle remains the �weekend home' of the royal family and still witnesses grand ceremonial and state occasions.

This attraction of Legoland is situated just Outside Windsor town and offers educational fun for children and adults alike; discover kid-powered rides, cool building challenges in a unique mix of interactive attractions and education

They claim to be the NATION'S THRILL CAPITAL and in 2010 they're going MORE EXTREME than ever before!

The UK's best family day out: Rides, Zoo & SEA LIFE Centre!

Historically important Runnymede, site of the signing of The Magna Carta by king john in the 12th century is also Just a 10 minute drive from Datchet.

Other historically interesting and sporting venues in the surrounding areas include:

• Ascot racecourse
• Clivedon house - seat of the Astor family
• Dorney court - house and gardens
• Epsom racecourse
• Eton College
• Frogmore - house and gardens
• The Guildhall, Windsor - designed and built by a pupil of Sir Christopher Wren
• Hampton Court Palace
• Kempton Park racecourse
• Kew Gardens
• Sandown Park racecourse
• Savill Gardens and Virginia Water
• Sunningdale golf club
• Twickenham - rugby union headquarters
• Wentworth golf club
• Windsor racecourse
• Wisley gardens

Reception can provide you with directions if you need them.