Awards for Bishops

VISITENGLAND 5 STAR GUEST ACCOMMODATION SILVER AWARD YTA WINNER

VisitEngland 5 Star Guest House

All the national assessing bodies (VisitEngland*, VisitScotland, Visit Wales and the AA) now assess hotels and guest accommodation (including B&Bs) to the same criteria and award one to five stars. The star ratings reflect the overall quality of the experience. When choosing your accommodation look for the Quality Rose, the official marque of the Enjoy England national tourist board rating scheme.

Additional information on this classification scheme is available from VisitEngland.

VisitEngland Silver Award

Gold and silver awards are given to hotels and guest accommodation that provide exceptional quality in all areas but in particular in service and hospitality.

Additional information on this classification scheme is available from VisitEngland.

York Tourism Awards Winner

The York Tourism Awards both acknowledges and rewards the successful endeavours of tourism businesses in York. To be a winner or a finalist is a recognition of excellence within the industry.

Additional information on this classification scheme is available from Visit York.

Self-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed Accessibility Information provides a list of available facilities and services, highlighted as being of key importance by disabled people.  Along with Access Statements, which provide a fuller written description of accessibility, it can help people with access needs make an informed choice as to whether accommodation, attractions, food & drink or shopping establishments meet their needs.

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Yes
    Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Yes
    Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
  • Yes
    Solid ie tarmac / concrete etc
  • Yes
    Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • Route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Yes
    Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Yes
    Steps to the main entrance
  • 2
    Number of steps to entrance
  • Yes
    Entrance well lit
  • Yes
    Bell at main entrance

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to:
  • Yes
    Entrance to reception
  • Yes
    One or more bedrooms
  • Yes
    Lounge
  • Yes
    Good contrast between the floor and wall
  • Yes
    Clear surfaces such as glass doors have contrast markings
  • Yes
    Guest information available in large print (14pt and over)

Dining

  • Yes
    Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift
  • Yes
    Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Yes
    Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
  • Yes
    Sugar free (diabetic)
  • Yes
    Gluten free (coeliac)
  • Yes
    Lactose free (dairy free)
  • Yes
    Vegetarian
  • Yes
    Vegan

Bedrooms

  • Yes
    Bedroom furniture can be re-arranged if requested by guest
  • Yes
    Bedroom with non-allergenic bedding available
  • Bathrooms available with:
  • Yes
    Separate shower unit
  • Yes
    Bath with shower
  • Yes
    Bath

General

  • Yes
    Proprietors/staff available 24-hours
  • Yes
    Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities