Did you ever wonder what happened to all those great old English hotels? I mean the really charming and character filled ones. The ones whose guests had seen Good Queen Bess, the Civil War, the Stagecoach era, the Regency, Victorian England and everything in-between. Well, fourteen of them are part of Brook Hotels and if you??ve never stayed in a really ancient home-from-home - but with all mod cons - here??s your chance to start. Or to see some new old ones. Areas serviced: Tunbridge Wellswww.brook-hotels.co.ukThe Coach House/High St, TN13 1HY

15th century style manor house set in quiet village location. Easy access to London, Gatwick and M25. Ideal for business or for touring 'The Garden of England'. Modern, comfortable airconditioned bedroom extension. Fine wines and cuisine in the restaurant, in the old manor house. Leisure club and conference facilities. Whether you want a relaxing day or some furiously fast fun, we have the perfect choice for you. Areas serviced: Tunbridge Wellswww.bw-donningtonmanor.co.ukLondon Rd Dunton Green, TN13 2TD

We are a small, friendly hotel offering high standard accommodation for tourists and business travellers at highly competitive rates. Our aim is to provide a friendly, personal service to make your stay a comfortable and enjoyable experience. The hotel has 28 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, and direct dial telephones, Colour TV and tea & coffee making equipment is provided as standard in all rooms. Areas serviced: Tunbridge Wellswww.themooringhotelsevenoaks.co.uk97 Hitchen Hatch La, TN13 3BE

The Bull first started trading under the sign of the Bull in 1385, and first licensed under Henry VII in 1495. Since then the Bull has played its part in History, housing many a weary traveller. The Bull is now fully restored and marries the modern d'r within its original historic features. Ideally located for Leeds Castle, Chartwell House, Ightham Mote ad Hever Castle to name a few. Nearby Bluewater shopping centre competes with Lakeside, Maidstone and Tunbridge Well. Areas serviced: Bexley & Dartfordwww.thebullhotel.comBull La Wrotham, TN15 7RF