Join us for a thrilling escape at an award-winning country house retreat. Luxury and mystery await in equal measures at Wood Hall Hotel & Spa in Wetherby, Yorkshire, where you'll spend two nights testing your detective skills.
Wood Hall is nestled amongst 100 acres of idyllic countryside and boasts a luxury spa with a swimming pool, spa pool, steam room and treatment rooms - the ideal way to unwind after putting your detective skills to the test!
You'll be welcomed to the hotel with a glass of bubbly. Amid the hubbub of greetings, you'll have your first chance to meet the characters and your crime-solving companions. A mouthwatering three-course dinner follows with murderous entertainment.
As dinner concludes, the police will arrive and the true sleuthing will begin. You'll have a head-start over the police, as you'll have already met some of the main suspects.
After a busy day, you'll retire to your bedroom, where you'll find all the contemporary comforts you'd expect, along with the house's traditional charms. All guestrooms have en-suite bathrooms, fine cotton sheets, flat-screen TVs, and luxury toiletries, the retreat after an action-packed evening.
After a restful night, the action kicks off again the following day, with evidence to examine and more mysteries to solve.
Your getaway will include a delicious three-course meal on both evenings at The Georgian Restaurant, which focus on modern British dishes made with seasonal ingredients. You'll also be treated to a sumptuous afternoon tea on Saturday, with classic favourites served with a contemporary twist.
Murder Mystery Plots
February 28: Fatal Attraction
November 7: Caught in a Flap!
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a double room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit required. This stay may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual experience. Stay is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Murder 57 Ltd.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a double room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit required. This stay may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual experience. Stay is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Murder 57 Ltd.
You'll arrive at Wood Hall on Friday evening, where you'll be welcomed with a glass of fizz as you take in your elegant surroundings.
As you mingle with fellow guests at the drinks reception, you'll have your first chance to work out who the characters are in your thrilling murder mystery.
Later on, sit down to a delicious three-course dinner, during which, a murder will be committed. The police will arrive to begin their investigations. This is when you become a sleuth. You'll have an advantage over the police, as you've already met and got to know the main suspects.
After some sleuthing, retire to your elegant room for a restful night's sleep before the activities continue tomorrow.
After breakfast on Saturday, the police will set up an Incident Room, where vital evidence will be exhibited, and this will remain open for the rest of the weekend. You will be free in the morning to either enjoy the facilities of the hotel, or the surrounding area or, if you prefer, to pursue your enquiries. If you do happen to meet the actors at the local shops or in the hotel, you can still question them as they will stay in character all weekend.
Everyone meets up for afternoon tea, which gives you more opportunities to discuss your ideas with your fellow sleuths, interrogate the suspects and witness more ghastly goings-on!
On Saturday night, there will be more trials and tribulations ahead, whilst enjoying your sumptuous evening meal and it is your job to solve this mystery!
Following your final breakfast, the police will gather everyone together to explain the motives of the suspects, point out key clues, and, ultimately, reveal the identity of the murderer or murderers.
How good will your sleuthing have been? Will you have disentangled the red herrings from the truth? Will you have hit upon the correct solution to win the coveted Super Sleuth Award?
After your unforgettable murder mystery adventure comes to an end, you'll check out of the hotel and make your way back home with memories of a unique weekend away.
We love the fact we can be exploring historic York, shopping in Harrogate or at the theatre in Leeds, all within 30 minutes' drive of the hotel.
The hotel is 10 minutes' drive outside the market town of Wetherby, where there are plenty of pubs and shops.
By car: the hotel is 4 hours from London and 1 hour 30 mins from Manchester. Free parking is available on-site.
By train: London Kings Cross to York takes 1 hour 50 mins. The hotel is a 35-minute taxi ride from the station. thetrainline.com
People who want a relaxed country house feel yet within easy reach of city attractions will appreciate this hotel; plus anyone looking for a luxurious stop-over on north-south journeys. We love the mix of old and new with the artwork: old portraits in modern frames, and contemporary sculptures in elegantly proportioned hallways.
We love being able to step out of the front door and go for a walk. There are wellingtons to borrow, too, if you've forgotten walking shoes.
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Garden
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Room service
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
Dogs are welcome in specific rooms and sections of the hotel. Extra charges apply.
Rooms in the original Georgian building undoubtedly have some of the best views, particularly those overlooking the Wharfe Valley. We like that the rooms don't skimp on the extras, with all offering bathrobes, fresh milk, bottled water and decent desk space as well as pleasant views.
Classic, Executive, Deluxe
Facilities include: Hypnos Lansdowne cashmere mattress, ensuite bathroom, exclusive toiletries by Gilchrist and Soames, TV, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
The dining room, in soft shades of grey with beautiful sash windows, manages to be both elegant yet relaxing. Leaving room for dessert is a must: there's an excellent choice often including Yorkshire favourites such as curd tart, parkin, and fruit crumble.
The Georgian Restaurant: 2 AA Rosettes, contemporary British dishes, local produce, extensive wine list. Open daily for dinner. Mains from £19.
The Drawing Room: morning coffee, snacks, drinks. Open 12-9.30pm.
Murder 57 is one of the UK's leading murder-mystery entertainment companies, offering cunningly crafted plots at venues all across the UK.
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* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a double room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit required. This stay may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual experience. Stay is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Murder 57 Ltd.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a double room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement applies. Deposit required. This stay may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual experience. Stay is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Murder 57 Ltd.