What a contrast from last Saturday's weather... We have clear blue skies and the sun is shining! You can just make out the moon still high in the sky this morning in this picture.
Saturday, 28 August 2010
Saturday 28th August 2010
What a contrast from last Saturday's weather... We have clear blue skies and the sun is shining! You can just make out the moon still high in the sky this morning in this picture.
Friday, 27 August 2010
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Strange Potatoes!
We had a strange potato incident the other day... I don't know if you remember the classic children's TV show "Fraggle Rock" with its puppet characters? We had a potato pulled out of the bag which resembled one of the charaters from Fraggle Rock. So here's a picture of our bizarre potato & also a picture of "Boober" the Fraggle.... See what you think?
Guest Review Extracted from TripAdvisor
“Delightful!”
Bell Rock Hotel
HornblowerWarwick 2 contributions Coventry, United Kingdom
25 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Couples
We so enjoyed our recent holiday on the Scilly Isles but what made it so special was knowing that each day we would return to this wonderful hotel.
Everything was delightful. The room was immaculate and the food in the restaurant was of a very high standard and there was always a good choice of local foods for both a meat eater and my vegetarian wife. The sweets were particularly "yummy" whether opting for an unhealthy sponge and custard or the fresh, juicy and plentiful fruit salad.
Staff require a special mention; they managed to combine a high level of efficiency with warmth and humour. Nothing was too much trouble and we always felt special.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Bell Rock Hotel
HornblowerWarwick 2 contributions Coventry, United Kingdom
25 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Couples
We so enjoyed our recent holiday on the Scilly Isles but what made it so special was knowing that each day we would return to this wonderful hotel.
Everything was delightful. The room was immaculate and the food in the restaurant was of a very high standard and there was always a good choice of local foods for both a meat eater and my vegetarian wife. The sweets were particularly "yummy" whether opting for an unhealthy sponge and custard or the fresh, juicy and plentiful fruit salad.
Staff require a special mention; they managed to combine a high level of efficiency with warmth and humour. Nothing was too much trouble and we always felt special.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Monday, 23 August 2010
Guest Review Extracted from TripAdvisor
“Don't judge a book by its cover”
Bell Rock Hotel
W0rthyTraveller 2 contributions Sheffield, United Kingdom
21 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Family
From the outside the Bell Rock appears like another ordinary hotel in St Mary's.You would be wrong tho'! The reality provides one of the most pleasant & friendly experiences in the whole of the Scilly's. Whilst not cheap, the Bell Rock is outstanding. The rooms are not spectacular, but after a while this really does not matter. All is there that you need. Eg clean and comfortable beds, en suites, and the usual facilites. The atmosphere in the hotel however is its key. The proprietors & staff are most friendly. Indeed, I found eager to help in every way. All seem genuinely anxious to make your stay at the Bell Rock happy. The food is outstanding for a small hotel. The breakfasts are freshly pepared (save for cereals & juice) and are ready within minutes. So impressed was I with the Kippers, that I had them two days running. The best kippers I have ever had! That says a lot because I stay at a number of 4 stars regularly. The hotel is also full of the most interesting people. Who appear to go year after year because it suits them & would not go anywhere else. That is real commendation. Do not miss this hotel if you have to stay in St Mary's, even for a few days. It represents excellent value for money in a convivial & comfortable atmosphere. Many 4 star hotels would be put to shame by the standards it offers. Do not be fooled by the 2 stars on the door. Well done. Strongly recommended.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with Family with Teenagers
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Bell Rock Hotel
W0rthyTraveller 2 contributions Sheffield, United Kingdom
21 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Family
From the outside the Bell Rock appears like another ordinary hotel in St Mary's.You would be wrong tho'! The reality provides one of the most pleasant & friendly experiences in the whole of the Scilly's. Whilst not cheap, the Bell Rock is outstanding. The rooms are not spectacular, but after a while this really does not matter. All is there that you need. Eg clean and comfortable beds, en suites, and the usual facilites. The atmosphere in the hotel however is its key. The proprietors & staff are most friendly. Indeed, I found eager to help in every way. All seem genuinely anxious to make your stay at the Bell Rock happy. The food is outstanding for a small hotel. The breakfasts are freshly pepared (save for cereals & juice) and are ready within minutes. So impressed was I with the Kippers, that I had them two days running. The best kippers I have ever had! That says a lot because I stay at a number of 4 stars regularly. The hotel is also full of the most interesting people. Who appear to go year after year because it suits them & would not go anywhere else. That is real commendation. Do not miss this hotel if you have to stay in St Mary's, even for a few days. It represents excellent value for money in a convivial & comfortable atmosphere. Many 4 star hotels would be put to shame by the standards it offers. Do not be fooled by the 2 stars on the door. Well done. Strongly recommended.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with Family with Teenagers
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Thursday, 19 August 2010
Guest Review Extracted from TripAdvisor
“A friendly, comfortable, well-appointed and well-located hotel”
Bell Rock Hotel
janetdanson 1 contribution Bristol, United Kingdom
18 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Couples
The rooms were comfortable and thoughtfully-decorated, and had all the amenities that we could wish. The service from the hardworking staff was cheerful, friendly, polite and always helpful. They were not intrusive, but always available to offer ideas for actvities and general advice. Had the weather let us down, there were plenty of games and books to use and the hotel had a pleasant swimming pool decorated by an island artist to show the gig racing for which the Scillies are famous.
The location was ideal. The hotel was in a quiet spot less than two minutes walk from either the harbour or a sandy beach. However, it was no more than three minutes walk to the shops in the centre of Hugh Town and about five minutes to the quays from which the ferries to other islands left. Bell Rock is a lovely hotel providing the basis for a great holiday.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Bell Rock Hotel
janetdanson 1 contribution Bristol, United Kingdom
18 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Couples
The rooms were comfortable and thoughtfully-decorated, and had all the amenities that we could wish. The service from the hardworking staff was cheerful, friendly, polite and always helpful. They were not intrusive, but always available to offer ideas for actvities and general advice. Had the weather let us down, there were plenty of games and books to use and the hotel had a pleasant swimming pool decorated by an island artist to show the gig racing for which the Scillies are famous.
The location was ideal. The hotel was in a quiet spot less than two minutes walk from either the harbour or a sandy beach. However, it was no more than three minutes walk to the shops in the centre of Hugh Town and about five minutes to the quays from which the ferries to other islands left. Bell Rock is a lovely hotel providing the basis for a great holiday.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Guest Email of Thanks
----- Original Message -----
From: M ROGERS
To: bellrock.hotel@btclick.com
Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 9:28 PM
Subject: Thank You
Good Evening Daniel,
A big thank you to you all at the Bell Rock for a brilliant stay on St Mary's. The hotel was just as described on tripadviser and more. It was a very special holiday with special memories and has now made us want to come back to the Scillies as often as we can. We have already started discussing dates for next year. We decided to do a report for Tripadviser as we think you rightfully deserve to be number 1 on the Islands! We have just checked the site and see that you are now back at number 1!!! Rightfully deserved!
Thank you once again to you all.
MIKE & MARION ROGERS
From: M ROGERS
To: bellrock.hotel@btclick.com
Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 9:28 PM
Subject: Thank You
Good Evening Daniel,
A big thank you to you all at the Bell Rock for a brilliant stay on St Mary's. The hotel was just as described on tripadviser and more. It was a very special holiday with special memories and has now made us want to come back to the Scillies as often as we can. We have already started discussing dates for next year. We decided to do a report for Tripadviser as we think you rightfully deserve to be number 1 on the Islands! We have just checked the site and see that you are now back at number 1!!! Rightfully deserved!
Thank you once again to you all.
MIKE & MARION ROGERS
Cuisine & Swimming Pool at the Bell Rock Hotel
The guest review made on TripAdvisor titled "A Lovely Stay" is posted below. It has spurred me to post up a new photo gallery which offers sample menus for reference (namely from this last week 12th to 18th August). Once clicked on, the menus can be zoomed in.
The cuisine at the Bell Rock Hotel is of a traditional slant with traditional roast dinners etc. We also have world cuisines, such as Thai or Indian curries; Bolognese; Chilli; or even Hungarian Beef Goulash.
Whatever the menu, there is always meat, fish & vegetarian options available. The menu changes daily, and there is the option to pre-order a steak for a small supplement Monday to Saturday.
We have had the same chefs now for 3 seasons, and this being their 4th season. They source as much local produce as feasible depending on the season, and take pride in their home made dishes.
If you are looking for good value, excellent food & varied choice, then I am sure you won't be disappointed. We also welcome non-residents for evening meals: 2 Courses is only £17.50 per head and 3 Courses is just £20.00 per head. We even offer coffee or tea afterwards at no extra charge.
The Swimming Pool is indoors, and heated... A rare facility on the islands and warmer than the sea any day!! The dimensions are approximately 9m x 4m.
The cuisine at the Bell Rock Hotel is of a traditional slant with traditional roast dinners etc. We also have world cuisines, such as Thai or Indian curries; Bolognese; Chilli; or even Hungarian Beef Goulash.
Whatever the menu, there is always meat, fish & vegetarian options available. The menu changes daily, and there is the option to pre-order a steak for a small supplement Monday to Saturday.
We have had the same chefs now for 3 seasons, and this being their 4th season. They source as much local produce as feasible depending on the season, and take pride in their home made dishes.
If you are looking for good value, excellent food & varied choice, then I am sure you won't be disappointed. We also welcome non-residents for evening meals: 2 Courses is only £17.50 per head and 3 Courses is just £20.00 per head. We even offer coffee or tea afterwards at no extra charge.
The Swimming Pool is indoors, and heated... A rare facility on the islands and warmer than the sea any day!! The dimensions are approximately 9m x 4m.
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