Thanks for the Card

Wanted to share with you this beautiful card that arrived in our post a few days ago. 

The photo of the card doesn't do the artwork justice, the blue glitter is dazzling - sunglasses needed!

Getting such a lovely surprise in the post really made our day!

Thank you for the card Belle.  Glad you both enjoyed your stay.  Looking forward to your next visit.

Family Fun at Uttoxeter Racecourse

Fancy a family day out? 

Head to Uttoxeter Racecourse  on Saturday 30 April 2016 and join in the fun.

The racecourse holds lots events throughout the year.  The bank holiday weekend sees it's first family event of 2016.  During the afternoon there will be seven horse races taking place and entertainments for the kids - face painting, crazy golf, funfair and much more.  As well as live music from the Only One Direction Tribute Band. 

Vsit http://www.uttoxeter-racecourse.co.uk/whats-on/fixture/30-april-2016/ for more information and full details.

Our B&B is located in Alton approximately 8 miles away from Uttoxeter.  After a busy day Alton is a perfect place to relax and unwind.  Need accommodation?  Call us at The Malthouse 01538 703273 or visit our website http://www.the-malthouse.com/

Railways Near to The Malthouse B&B

If trains are your thing you should steam ahead (get it) to us!
Within a 10 mile radius of our B&B we have railways from a by gone era that operate regularly and also hold special events throughout the year.

Here are just a few of the events taking place:

Churnet Valley Railway

1st & 4th June 2016 - Children's Favorite Characters

10th & 11th September 2016 - War in the Valley, 1940's wartime weekend

Lunch, Cream Teas & Evening Dining - various dates throughout the year


Foxfield Railway

29 & 30 May 2016 - Miniature Railway Gala, a variety of mini locomotives

Stream Train Driver & Steam Train Footplate Ride Experience Days - selected dates

24 & 25 September 2016 - Autumn Steam Gala

Rudyard Lake Steam Railway

16th & 17th April 2016 - Diesel Gala

16th & 17 July 2016 - Teddy Goes Free

Why not visit the railways websites to see their timetables and a full list of their special events.

Note:

Dates / Events  may be subject to change OR you may need to book. 

Please contact the railways for more information.

Need Accommodation? 

Contact us at The Malthouse B&B!

To check our availability / book visit our website www.the-malthouse.com OR phone 01538 703273. 

Rain Changes to Spring Sunshine in Alton

It's been a day of two halves in Alton.  Light rain and dull skies this morning followed by a dry afternoon that ended in Spring Sunshine.  A lovely finish to the day, perfect!

Here are a couple of photos that we took in our front garden this week while we enjoyed the sun.
The first is of Grape Hyacinth (a favourite of ours) beautiful colours and a sign of Spring arriving.  The second is white heather, if you look carefully you can see a honey bee busy at work.

Hope you're enjoying Spring wherever you are!

Offers for Familes with Young Children

We welcome guests of all ages at our B&B.  Lots of couples come to visit us but we also get plenty of families staying too.
If you are planning to come and stay with us and have young children here are a few of the offers you might want take advantage of:

The Malthouse B&B
Stay with us mid week for two nights or more and get a £10 discount per room, per night.
Family Room for three, two adults and one child under 5 is £90 per night (usually £100 per night)
Family Room for four, two adults and two children under 5 £100 per night (usually £110 per night)
A full English breakfast is included in the cost.

To try and make our young guests feel at home we have travel cots, cot sides, high chairs, night lights etc.  Making sure our guests (young and old!) are comfortable is our priority!


Visiting Alton Towers?
A trip to CBeebies Land at Alton Towers is a must!
Little kids (and big ones!) love it, we get great guests feedback.
- Remember theme park entry for children under 3 is FREE!
- Parent & Toddler, Theme Park.  Save 25%, book online at least 7 days in advance..
- Parent & Toddler, Waterpark.  Session for £7 (excluding school holidays) book in advance.
- Parent Queue Share Pass, Theme Park.  Parent ones queues and goes on the ride as usual, they gets a pass punched at the ride.  Parent two takes the pass to the ride via the access point / exit and goes on the ride.  The pass cuts down on queuing and makes sure that little ones are looked after.  Parent Queue Share Passes are available near the theme park entrance.  

These are just some of the ways to save time and money.  Please contact Alton Towers for further information.


Going to Drayton Manor?
Thomas Land at Drayton Manor is a big hit!
If you are coming to stay with us the theme park is about an hour away by car and well worth a visit.
Why not stop off to see Thomas and his friends on your way here OR your way home?
- Taking you own Lunch?  There are plenty of areas where you can eat your own food.
- Theme Park Entry - Free for under 2's!  Just £6 for children 2 to 3 years old.
- Adult & Toddler Day Ticket - One adult and one toddler 3 years and under can visit for £20
- Visit the Zoo - While you are at the theme park don't forget to see the zoo!

If you have any queries please contact Drayton Manor.  We are told that a day at this theme park is great, particularly if you have young children with you! 


There are lots of tourist attractions that offer great discounts to families with little ones.
Look about, there are plenty of deals to be found!