Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Historic Georgian country house hotel with lakeside dining pods in 12 acres of parkland

Dining & Lakeside Pods

Bar and Brassiere by Bowden serves English cuisine with views across the lawns and lake. Guests can book one of three garden pods for afternoon tea or dinner, with heating, Bluetooth speakers, and private outdoor seating. The breakfast buffet includes a hot English selection, cereals, yogurts, fresh fruit, and made-to-order scrambled eggs, poached eggs, or omelettes.

Rooms & Accommodations

Bowden Hall offers classic double rooms and family rooms, some with garden views and accessible by stairs only. A platform lift serves the first floor for guests with mobility needs. Dog-friendly rooms include a welcome tray, bottled water, and easy access to the grounds via a fire door.

Grounds & Leisure

The hotel sits in 12 acres of landscaped parkland with a lake, lawns, and walking trails. A fitness suite with cardio and strength equipment is available for guest use. Outdoor furniture on the terrace and sun terrace provides seating for drinks or meals overlooking the grounds.

Weddings & Events

Mercure Bowden Hall accommodates weddings for up to 200 guests in the lakeside suite or other event spaces. Six state-of-the-art meeting rooms host up to 180 delegates for corporate functions. The hotel's event team provides planning support and customizable menus for receptions and conferences.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The hotel permits dogs in designated rooms and provides pet bowls and a fridge for pet food on request. Dogs are welcome in the lounge with low dining tables but not in the main restaurant. The grounds offer secure areas for exercise, and staff can recommend nearby walking routes.

• Location: On the outskirts of Gloucester, 3 miles from Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet and Cathedral
• Rooms: Classic double and family rooms, some with garden views, accessible via platform lift
• Dining: Lake-view pods with afternoon tea and dinner; Bar and Brassiere by Bowden
• Events: Wedding venue for 200 guests with 6 meeting rooms for 180 delegates
• Wellness: On-site fitness suite with modern equipment
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly rooms with bowls, fridge, and direct garden access