Brian was so welcoming and easy-going, it was a real treat staying with him. He came with me for a trek on his horses, and took us clay pigeon shooting, showed us down to the lake where we could take out a boat, and across to the archery ranges, all the while entertaining us with history of the estate and stories of mischief! We even shared a bottle of wine by the farriers fire in the courtyard that night. It was so nice to stay in a place with so much to do and such wonderfully informal hospitality - like staying with an old friend. Brian's an absolute gent, and we enjoyed every minute we were there. Our dog also enjoyed meeting all the farm dogs, sheep, horses... as you can tell, we had a ball! As it's a working farming estate, if you're prepared for mud and outdoor activities, you'll love every minute.