A long sweeping tree lined driveway leads guests to Chilworth Manor, a sprawling grand limestone Edwardian manor house set in 12 acres of private landscaped grounds, five kilometres from Southampton city centre. Glazed wood and light colour schemes combine in the traditionally styled guestrooms. All are equipped with televisions, trouser presses, hairdryers, direct dial phones, modem ports and tea/coffee making facilities. Meals can be taken in the traditionally English dining room or in private courtesy of 24 hour room service. Business guests benefit from conference and banquet facilities catering for small groups as well as gatherings of up to 170 delegates. For those arriving by car there is complimentary parking. Guests can enjoy an array of activities from clay pigeon shooting and archery to tennis, giant chess and croquet within the hotel's extensive grounds. Water sports can be arranged by the hotel at nearby facilities. Shopping, a swimming pool and nightlife can all be found within four miles, while the marina and Marwell Zoo are within eight miles. For those arriving by train, Southampton Central is five miles south of the hotel and Southampton Parkway is three miles northeast. Southampton Airport (SOU is a distance of three miles with a driving time of 10 minutes. Taxis are available on the main concourse opposite the Arrivals hall.