Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel
York
The 4-star Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel is a beautiful 18th century Georgian manor house, set amongst extensive grounds. Guests can enjoy serene countryside views as well as easy access to York city centre. The hotel is just 6km from York Castle Museum and the Jorvik Viking Museum, making it a great base for those looking to discover the fascinating history of York. York railway station is less than 6km away, making further travel easy. Guests are invited to the Kilby Restaurant, where they can enjoy internationally inspired dishes prepared using fresh ingredients from the herb garden. Those looking to relax further can take a drink from the impressive selection in Kilby's Club Bar. The hotel's nine meeting rooms boast luxurious 18th century décor, including wood panelling and high ceilings. There is space to accommodate up to 120 guests, making this hotel an ideal venue for a wedding reception or special event.
Leeds Bradford Airport
47km
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Time Zone:
GMT+0
Currency:
£ (British Pound)
Temperature:
1°C - 21°C
Cost of a Beer:
£4.80
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£60
Hashtag Guide
About The Area
York is one of the strongest UK city bases for a golf break because the off-course experience is genuinely excellent. The city has Roman roots, Viking history, medieval streets, ancient walls, independent shops, restaurants and attractions, so it works well for golfers, couples and mixed groups. Visit York describes it as a city where ancient walls surround attractions, shops, accommodation and eateries, with events and festivals throughout the year.
For golf, York Golf Club is a key local option. Founded in 1890, it is a historic club near the city with a visitor-friendly setup, strong greens, practice facilities, bar and catering. Fulford Golf Club is another excellent nearby choice and is widely regarded as one of Yorkshire’s best courses, with visitor information available for travelling golfers.
Away from the fairways, golfers can walk the York City Walls, visit York Minster, explore The Shambles, head to the National Railway Museum, take a river cruise or build in a proper food-and-pub weekend. The city walls are free to access on foot for much of the year, while the National Railway Museum is home to iconic locomotives and a major engineering collection.
For Hashtag Golf Travel customers, York works best as a premium city-and-golf weekend, a society trip, or a culture-heavy short break with strong non-golfer appeal.
