Title: Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Riverside hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/cb756768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/2b21e8c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/56781353.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/2d7420f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/ebf2bc8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to the picturesque surroundings of Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel, near Brockholes Nature Reserve and University of Central Lancashire. With a British cuisine restaurant on site, Scottish Steak Club serves breakfast and dinner in an al fresco setting while offering stunning views. Unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby or meet up at one of the meeting rooms. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Gym - Room service - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 6 - Nov 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 7 - Nov 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19091&PinnedHotelID=19091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/55447ccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 3) ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/58306d29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed 7.4 Good 19 reviews ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/db9c4512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds 8.0 Very good 22 reviews ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/43585a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed 7.6 Good 50 reviews ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19091/58306d29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Multiple Beds (Standard Family Room 4) 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Scottish Steak Club, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station - Express check-out, a banquet hall and a TV in reception - Meeting rooms, luggage storage and wedding services - Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location Room features All 98 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers - LCD TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Executive Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2210000/2201800/2201726/af44139c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Legacy Preston International Hotel Preston - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 13 Nov - 14 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=2201726&PinnedHotelID=2201726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92620000/92613000/92612967/afd6ac53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Park Hall Hotel & Spa Lancashire, a member of Radisson Individuals Chorley - 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Weekend full breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: GBP 22 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Scottish Steak Club ### Things to do - Gym - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Business services - Conference centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - On a river - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1972 - Smoke-free property - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 30 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from 8 June 2025 to 31 March 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 22 per person - Self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day - Extended parking fee: GBP 10 per day - Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Macdonald Hotel Tickled Trout Macdonald Tickled Trout Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Preston Macdonald Tickled Trout Preston Tickled Trout Tickled Trout Hotel Tickled Trout Macdonald Macdonald Tickled Trout Bamber Bridge Hotel Macdonald Tickled Trout Macdonald Tickled Trout Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Hotel Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Preston Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Hotel Preston ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel? > Self-parking is available for GBP 5 per day. Extended parking is available for GBP 10 per day. ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability). ### Where is Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel located? > Situated on a river, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Brockholes Nature Reserve and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Deepdale. University of Central Lancashire and Samlesbury Hall are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Eco-friendliness ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 334 8 - Good 302 6 - Okay 177 4 - Poor 105 2 - Terrible 82 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Property very tired and in need of a good clean Staff excellent and still good value ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort As a business user the Tickled Trout Hotel adequately provides for all my requirements. Location, parking, excellent friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms and a consistently good restaurant. I will be visiting again very soon. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Phil 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very welcoming staff and a great breakfast also it has a lift grear for us oldies ##### Phil Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan Williams, Annette Duxbury, Stephen 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Helpful staff ##### Ryan Williams, Annette Duxbury, Stephen Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great little hotel. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely venue, so peaceful Fantastic room on the ground floor which is what I asked for, friendly staff, lovely lake at the back. Food not so good ##### Kim Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy Mary Denise 12 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice place to stay for holiday It was nice, the staff were incredibly nice and the placecwas so quiet snd cosy ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2DC0FE2B595786AE0DAFFE7D4D43D35AC7DD92E31734006072272.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tracy Mary Denise Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Adrian 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The staff were pleasant and approachable, hotel very clean but does need a revamp, nice location and setting ##### Adrian Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Richard 15 Apr 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sad tired old hotel. The hotel has seen better days. It’s very tired, dated and needs a total refurb. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 24 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful hotel Peaceful hotel! Great staff! Excellent food and service ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Stiliyana 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service Has seen better days, the bed in our room had collapsed so was very uncomfortable to sleep in ##### Stiliyana Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### David 28 May 2025 Liked: Staff & service Ok ##### David Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very clean spacious rooms. Staff very friendly and accommodating ##### Joe Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ryan 25 May 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed at the Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel and unfortunately found the room in a poor state—thick dust under the bed, cobwebs, exposed wiring in the corner, and a mouse that ran across the floor and vanished beneath peeling carpet. That said, the woman on reception was fantastic—she was completely understanding, didn’t question my concerns, and immediately issued a full refund, along with free breakfast and parking. No fuss, no pushback—she handled it professionally and with empathy. The hotel clearly has major maintenance and cleanliness issues to fix, but I can’t fault the staff on duty for how they handled it. ##### Ryan Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Richard 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Staff & service The property location was fine for my needs. The restaurant and bar area was very nice, but the hotel in certain areas is a bit tired and worn. Overall it was a decent enough hotel for the price that I paid. Excellent staff that were very helpful particularly in the restaurant/bar. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sparkling water on tap! ##### Kay Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Steve 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nothing wrong, only downside was paying for parking as never experienced this before, the only way to get there is drive, I thought that a stupid idea, ##### Steve Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Neil 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Hotel and Staff excellent service. Food was good. The only issue was the TV in the room didn’t work and staff couldn’t source a replacement. ##### Neil Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Carla 29 Jun 2024 Starting to look a bit tired but did the job as a bed for the night ##### Carla Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Room comfort A Basic hotel with lots of space in the room. The hotel and attached restaurant is a dog friendly place which was helpful., I wish Hotels.com would say that the extra fee the dog would be 15 quid. It would be nice to know this upfront. It would be nice to know up front that the parking fee would be 5 quid in addition. By the time we checked in it was too late (dark outside) to consider anything else. The attached restaurant offered a pretty hefty price for what was a very basic - almost sub-par burger. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Staff was busy with a party ##### David Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### james 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The hotel was very dirty and hadn’t been renovated since the early 80s. ##### james Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elaine 29 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service This was quite a nice hotel although a little dated but was just what we needed to get our head down at night. The rooms were very warm which made it a little uncomfortable through the night. The lighting in the room was quite dim also in the bathroom. Drinks at the hotel bar were a little on the expensive side. We only had breakfast which was nice with plenty of options. The views in the garden area at the back was lovely and the staff were very pleasant. ##### Elaine Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Breakfast a tad expensive. Be careful not to end up in a police compound as sat nav postcode got confused. It's a big roundabout with lots of exits off before hotel which is behind a petrol station. Staff lovely. Room beautiful very comfortable chairs one a recliner. Big very big. But slept very well. 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