OUR STORY
The origins of the hotel date back to the eighteenth century when John Leigh of ‘The Inn of the Sign of the Talbot’, on the border of England and Wales, was granted a licence to sell ale in 1768. It was both a hotel and a working farm, and was renamed The Grosvenor Arms in 1874, which coincided with the Marquis of Westminster becoming Duke. The Talbot hunting dogs are included in The Grosvenor Coat of Arms which were incorporated into a crest over the entrance to the hotel when it was refurbished in 1897. The present appearance of the old building dates back to this time.
Between 1897 and 1994 there were many different owners including the Duke of Westminster (the Grosvenor Estate owned the property between 1814 -1919). The Nelson Family took over The Grosvenor Arms (as it was) in June of 1994 and over the years have put in much time, effort and investment to transform it into the thriving 4 star hotel that it is today.
OUR FAMILY
Nelson Hotels & Inns is an award-winning, family-run collection of hotels, inns and restaurants across Cheshire, offering a diverse and unique portfolio of properties with a shared attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is in excellent company within this family-run group, which also includes some of the North West’s finest country inns. Each property marries the group’s formula for fine gastropub fayre and a warm welcome with its own charm and character.
Tucked away in the picturesque village of Tattenhall, The Pheasant Inn is a 5 star inn with 12 beautifully-finished bedrooms and an AA Rosette-awarded restaurant. It is also home to Pennsylvania Cottage, a 3-bedroom self-catering location which sleeps up to 6 guests.
In the heart of the countryside, The Bear’s Paw is a lovingly-restored 19th century inn with 17 boutique-style bedrooms and its own gastropub, also boasting an AA Rosette. With its convenient location close to major travel routes including the M6, the inn is perfectly placed for all manner of exploration around Cheshire and beyond.
The idyllically-located Fishpool Inn near Delamere Forest completes the collection of inns, featuring cosy nooks, welcoming fireplaces and plenty of Cheshire charm. With seasonal menus serving lunch, dinner and afternoon tea, local beers on tap and a worldly array of wines and spirits.
The latest addition to the group, The Manor at Greasby, sees Nelson Hotels & Inns expand into the Wirral with the launch of a stylish and inviting restaurant and wedding and events barn.
All Nelson Hotels & Inns properties are dog-friendly, meaning your four-legged friend is as welcome to stay, dine and unwind as you are at their award-winning hotels and restaurants in Cheshire.
