Not sure if I agree with your post wackychef, I think you need to re-visit Lords of the manor. I recently had the pleasure to visit the Cotswolds, and what a stunning area, however our biggest mistake was dining at Lords of the Manor what a disappointment, service was appalling, since when does it cost to SMILE specially if you are paying such prices. I work in the same industry and if you are having a bad day it should never come across to the customers. The food, well, not much to comment. I wasn’t blown away. Beautiful Manor and the most gorgeous setting. Overall a bit disappointing considering it is in a beautiful area. I will visit the Cotswolds but not Lords of the manor.