Description: The hotel’s meeting and event facilities can cater for groups of up to 100, with seating arranged in a classroom or theatre style in the conference room. Alternatively, the breakfast room can be used for smaller gatherings. The guest lounge is a more intimate setting, perfect for meeting a colleague for coffee. All of the usual business facilities are available, as well as refreshments throughout the day. (Refreshments and food requirements must be pre-booked before arrival).
Overview: Set in 6 acres of attractive and tranquil grounds, this family-run guest house is situated amid picturesque countryside, just a short drive from the M42 motorway.
This rural location shows that tranquillity and isolation need not go hand in hand, with the M42 motorway and a nearby railway station making this hotel ideal for those in need of easy access to the city centre, the NEC and Birmingham International Airport. The lodge offers committed, practical guest accommodation, with en suite rooms that include digital TV, mini bars and complimentary wireless internet access. You can also treat yourself to a premier room for that extra bit of space.
From May 2008, The Limes Country Lodge will offer meeting and event facilities. The Limes is an ideal meeting place for any business meeting, conference, training day, team building or special event.
Location Description: Dickens Heath (2 miles / 3 km) - a rapidly developing village, home to a number to a number of international style bars and restaurants.
Wythall Transport Museum (3 miles / 5 km) - two large halls house a broad collection of around 100 buses, coaches, fire engines and battery-electric vehicles from all parts of the Midlands and beyond. A miniature steam railway is also on-site.
National Exhibition Centre (13 miles / 21 km) - The Limes is just half a mile (1 km) from the M42, making access to the NEC a relatively easy affair.
Rooms: Standard Double - All these rooms are located on the ground floor. They are equipped with TV with Free view.
Premier Room - Situated on the 1st floor, these very spacious rooms have a double bed and a large sofa. They also have a table and chairs and TV with Free view.
Standard Twin Room - These rooms are located on the ground floor. They are equipped with TV with Free view.
The Limes Executive Apartment - The Limes Apartment has 2 twin rooms, and sleeps up to 4 people. The room rate is for 4 people.
This new, luxury apartment has a fully fitted kitchen for self-catering, and is suitable for long term lets. The apartment is fully serviced on a weekly basis, including cleaning, linen and towel changes.
The apartment is fully self-contained and no meals are included. The apartment is located at the address below:
4 Wircester Manor
325 Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1TE.
We ask that guests collect the keys from The Limes Country Lodge, Forshaw Heath Road, Earlswood, B94 5JZ.
Double Room Late Special Deal -
Twim Room Late Special Deal -
Family Room Late Special Deal - Situated on the 1st floor, these very spacious rooms have a double bed and a large sofa. They also have a table and chairs and TV with Free view.
Check-in: 16:00
Check-out: 11:00
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast is not included, breakfast menu is available and costs vary.
Parking: Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Transportation: By Car (from the M42, 1 mile / 1.6 km):
- Leave the M42 motorway at junction 3.
- Exit roundabout following signs to Forshaw Heath.
- Proceed down Forshaw Heath Lane to a T-junction.
- The hotel is situated opposite the junction.
By train (from Earlswood Station, ½ mile / 1 km):
- Proceed up Station Drive onto the main road, and turn left.
- Travel over the railway into Forshaw Heath Road.
- The road will curve sharply to the left and you will come to a junction. The hotel will be on the left, opposite Forshaw Heath Lane.
Comments: The Limes is a completely non-smoking establishment.
Car/Transport essential due to rural location
Facilities: Parking, Non-Smoking Rooms, Free Parking, Heating, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Activities: Golf Course (within 3 km)
Services: Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
Description: The Limes is a family run establishment set in six acres of beautiful rural grounds in Earlswood and is situated just a 2 minute drive away from junction 3 of the M42. Its country setting makes it an ideal venue for those guests wanting something unique.
We provide the perfect blend of traditional style with modern comforts. All rooms are decorated to a high standard and are equipped with broadband Internet connection, digital TV with 30+ channels, tea and coffee making facilities and minibars.
The Limes, where the highest standards of hospitality, comfort and service are taken for granted, still has all of its original character and charm combined with new modern facilities.
We have excellent Conference Rooms/Business Facilities and extensive grounds which can be hired for team building activities.
We can cater for groups of up to 60 Classroom style or 100 Theatre style in our Limes Conference Suite.
The Limes is also the perfect setting to celebrate your Wedding Day. As well as Meetings and Weddings, The Limes will also cater for any of your forthcoming Special Events. Our Function Rooms are ideal for Parties, Christenings, Proms, Charity Functions, or Funerals. We can accommodate small intimate gatherings or larger, more formal affairs.
Transport needed due to rural location.
Rooms: Standard Double Room - Standard double with en suite facilities. Equipped with double bed, tea and coffee making facilities, TV with freeview, plus wireless internet access.
Standard Twin Room - Two single beds, ensuite facilities, tea and coffee making facilities, TV with freeview, wireness internet access.
Premier Double room - Situated on the first floor these spacious rooms offer, double bed, ensuite facilities, tea and coffe making facilities, TV with freeview. Table and chairs & sofa area available. Room for extra sofs bed. (Sleep up to 3)
Premier Apartment - Full fitted apartment with kitche facilities, 2 twin bedrooms sleep up to 4 adults, suitable for long term lets. Fully serviced on a weekly basis. Tea and coffee provided.
Self catering- does not include breakfast, address of apartment is: 4 Wircester Manor, 325 Blossonfirld Road, Solihull, B91 1TE. Keys must be collected from the Limes Country Lodge www.thelimes.biz on day of arrival after 4pm.
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Check-in Policy: Please inform The Limes of your expected time of arrival on 0121 744 4800 or info@thelimes.biz
Your room will be open and ready for you at this time. Please also advise of time for breakfast between 7.30am - 8.30am weekdays and 9am weekends. Breakfast is served to your room at requested time for a small extra charge.
Child Policy: None
Transportation: From the NEC / Birmingham International Airport and railway station
Head south along the M42 towards Worcester. Leave the M42 at junction 3, also signposted A435. At the next roundabout take the exit signposted Earlswood Nurseries / Forshaw Heath Lane. After approximately 1 mile turn right onto Poolhead Lane, this road runs into Forshaw Heath Road at the next junction The Limes is directly opposite.
We are located approximately 5-10 minutes drive from Solihull and the NEC / Birmingham International Airport.
From Earlswood Train Station
We are just half a mile from Earlswood train station which has a train running every hour into both Moor Street and Snow Hill stations in the centre of Birmingham.
From Birmingham City Centre
There are a number of possible routes into and out of Birmingham City Centre. We are more than happy to help you with directions either at booking or during your stay.
Car Parking: Free car parking on site.
Facilities: Conference Centre, Hotel Car Park, Meeting / Banquet Facilities, Wireless Internet Access
Room Facilities: Colour Television, Ensuite (Private Bathroom), Hairdryer, Iron / Ironing Board, Minibar, Non Smoking Rooms, Refrigerator, Tea / coffee making facilities, Wireless Internet Access, Radio, Microwave, Self Catering (Full Kitchen)
Category: Hotel
Overview: Set in 6 acres of grounds, this family-run guest house is situated amid picturesque countryside, a short drive from the M42. This rural location shows that tranquillity and isolation need not go hand in hand, with the M42 and a nearby railway station making this hotel ideal for those in need of easy access to the city centre, NEC and Birmingham International Airport. The Lodge offers committed, practical guest accommodation, with en suite rooms that include digital TV, mini bars and complimentary wireless internet access. You can also treat yourself to a Premier room for that extra bit of space.
Facilities: Near Airport, Free Parking, Internet services, Non Smoking Rooms
