Coronation celebrations this May in Malvern

Coronation celebrations are well underway in Malvern, from The Malvern Well Dressing Festival and coronation themed afternoon teas to singing in the choir, festivities promise to be fit for a King. Coronation themed afternoon tea In celebration of King Charles III’s coronation, The Cottage in the Wood Malvern is serving a wonderfully indulgent royal afternoon […]
Hotel of the Year 2023!

The Cottage in the Wood Malvern won the coveted Hotel of the Year award at the Worcestershire Tourism Awards held on 24 March 2023. The 32-bedroom hotel was praised by judges for its environmentally conscious strategy, as well as its friendly staff and award winning 1919 Restaurant. The annual competition, which sets out to champion […]
Love is in the Air: 28 Dates for February

Celebrate the month of love with 28 Dates for February to give you inspiration to really indulge in the good stuff in life – and not just for Valentine’s Day! Whether it’s a night away, a meal or a visit to a local attraction, we have some great suggestions for dates throughout the month of […]
Now Bring Us Some Figgy Pudding

Hello! Today we are going to be getting into the festive spirit. The chefs here at The Cottage in the Wood Malvern are ticking off one less thing to worry about on the Christmas table – The Christmas Pudding. The original ‘make ahead dessert’, the Christmas Pudding is best if made ahead and allowed to […]
The Hills Are Ablaze: Autumn Has Arrived In The Malverns

Crisp, cold mornings and steaming hot drinks to soothe the soul – autumn is here and it is sweater weather at The Cottage in the Wood Malvern. We love to wake up to see the mist move across the Severn Valley below, with promises of a new day and new possibilities. Be surprised and delighted […]
The Cottage in the Wood Malvern is the first hotel in the Malvern Hills to be awarded Green Mark accreditation

Malvern Hills District Council is recognizing the efforts of local tourism businesses in reducing their impact on the environment with a new Green Tourism Accreditation Scheme which offers a Green Mark accreditation to hospitality businesses in the area. And The Cottage in the Wood Malvern is the first to be awarded the Green Mark for […]
The Best Hotels in Malvern to visit from London

What are three words when you think of London? Busy, exciting, loud? Sound familiar? These are great when you want to be in the thick of things in a diverse and vibrant life. But what about when you want a break from that – a chance to take a step back, to rest, to cleanse. […]
The Best Tasting Menu in the Malvern Hill

If you’re looking for things to do in Worcestershire, a trip to The Cottage in the Wood has to be up there on the list. After a day exploring the national trust places in Malvern, or perhaps just mooching through the Malvern high street shops – whatever you’ve been up to – finish the day […]
The History of The Cottage in the Wood Malvern

The Cottage in the Wood Malvern is steeped in history. The hotel on top of the hill tells stories of literary greats, musical legends and famous residents enjoying the tranquil Worcestershire location. The story so far… 1791-1902 The building is part of the renowned Blackmore Park Estate, owned by Thomas Charles Hornyold and later John […]
The Cottage in the Wood Malvern Factsheet

The Hotel • The Cottage in the Wood Malvern is not really a cottage in the wood – it is a hotel on the hill! Set high above Malvern in eight acres of woodland, this unique hotel and restaurant offers a desirable mix of laid-back elegance, incredible food and intuitive service in a naturally dramatic […]