Name: Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Address: Preston New Road, Preston (Lancashire), Lancashire, PR5 0UJ
Price range: US$72+
Rating: 8.6

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About the Hotel

Preston New Road, Preston (Lancashire), PR5 0UJ

Overlooking the River Ribble

Nice

6.4

7.0

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3.4

3.5

Loved by Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel guests

Fine river view

Spacious rooms

Helpful staff

Good breakfast

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel - A riverside hotel with classic dining, live entertainment, and scenic views

Overlooking the River Ribble, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel offers a blend of comfortable accommodations and leisure amenities. Rooms feature large beds, en-suite bathrooms with ELEMIS products, and tea/coffee facilities, while some provide scenic riverside views. Guests can dine at the Riverside Bar & Restaurant, which serves classic British dishes with seasonal ingredients, or unwind with live music performances hosted throughout the year. The hotel's self-contained conference centre includes ten flexible event spaces, accommodating up to 80 guests. Located 7 km from Preston city centre and 35 km from Blackpool International Airport, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel provides easy access to nearby attractions, including Haslam Park and the Lancashire Infantry Museum.

Pros

Riverside terrace offers views of the River Ribble, ideal for morning coffee or pre-dinner drinks.

The on-site Riverside Bar & Restaurant features live music and seasonal British cuisine.

Spacious en-suite rooms include luxury ELEMIS toiletries and in-room tea/coffee facilities.

Self-contained conference centre with ten flexible meeting rooms for business events.

Proximity to Preston's landmarks, including Haslam Park and the Lancashire Infantry Museum.

Select your room type

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 2 Single beds
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Standard Family Room
3 persons
230 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Bathtub
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Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
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Facilities

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at GBP 5 per day.

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel Location

Preston New Road, Preston (Lancashire), PR5 0UJ

Map view

City landmarks

Nature reserve

Brockholes Nature Reserve

2.3 mi

Museum

Samlesbury Hall

2.8 mi

Landmark

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust

3000 ft

Landmark

Fishwick Hall Golf Club

1.2 mi

Museum

Harris Museum

2.4 mi

Landmark

Ashton & Lea Golf Club

1.4 mi

Landmark

Brockholes Visitor Village

3800 ft

Golf Course

Fishwick Hall Golf Course

3800 ft

Landmark

St Mary Magdalene's Church

1.1 mi

Landmark

The New Hall Tavern

1.0 mi

Landmark

Blessed Sacrament

1.0 mi

Museum

Lancashire Infantry Museum

2.1 mi

Landmark

Miller Arcade

1.5 mi

Landmark

Saint Matthew's Mission

1.4 mi

Landmark

Ribbleton Avenue Methodist Junior School

1.4 mi

Stadium

Deepdale

2.0 mi

Landmark

St Joseph's Church

1.5 mi

Gallery

Harris Museum and Art Gallery

2.4 mi

Church

St Matthews

1.4 mi

Church

St Maria Goretti Church

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Ascension Church & Community Centre

1.6 mi

Church

St Leonard's Church

1.6 mi

Landmark

Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady and St Patrick

1.6 mi

Landmark

Clip 'n Climb Preston

1.5 mi

Landmark

Fishwick Local Nature Reserve

1.6 mi

Landmark

Romanian Orthodox Church

1.6 mi

Landmark

Flipout

1.7 mi

Museum

Museum of Lancashire

1.9 mi

Landmark

Sports Direct

3.0 mi

Nearby

Preston By-pass

1400 ft

Restaurants

Macdonald Tickled Trout

100 ft

New Road Samlesbury

Explore Preston (Lancashire)

Local Highlights

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust

10 minutes' walk

Nature reserve offering lush landscapes and wildlife observation. Free entry and guided walks available.

Brockholes Visitor Village

15 minutes' walk

Unique floating visitor center with trails and a café. Known for birdwatching and seasonal events.

Samlesbury Hall

10-minute drive

Historic mansion set in stunning gardens. Features guided tours and entertaining events throughout the year.

Harris Museum and Art Gallery

10-minute drive

Victorian museum with diverse collections. Special exhibitions and free admission enhance its appeal.

Ashton & Lea Golf Club

10-minute drive

Challenging golf course perfect for players of all levels. Book tee times online for convenience.

Cycling the Guild Wheel

10-minute drive

Scenic cycling route that encourages exploration of Preston's parks and riverbanks. Bicycles available for rental.

Pamper Spa Day

10-minute drive

Relaxation-focused spa offering massages and wellness treatments. Reservations recommended for a tailored experience.

Macdonald Tickled Trout

1 minute' walk

On-site dining featuring local dishes and seasonal ingredients. Reservations recommended for dinner.

The Old Vicarage

5-minute drive

Charming eatery known for its British fare with a twist. Offers vegetarian options; ideal for casual dining.

The Mill Restaurant

5-minute drive

Stylish venue serving modern British cuisine with river views. Perfect for romantic dinners or special occasions.

The Guild Hall

10-minute drive

Event venue hosting concerts, comedy, and theater performances throughout the year. Family-friendly shows available.

Preston Playhouse

10-minute drive

Local theater featuring a variety of performances, including dramas and musicals. Check for schedule and ticket availability.

Getting around

City Centre
Preston (Lancashire) 7 min · 2.6 mi
Airports
Blackpool International (BLK) 47 min · 19.1 mi
Manchester (MAN) 94 min · 38.7 mi
Train
Preston Train Station 7 min · 2.8 mi
Bamber Bridge Train Station 7 min · 2.8 mi
Bus
Bus stop 6 min · 2.3 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at GBP 5 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 22.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2012

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel offers comfortable rooms, with some guests highlighting the spaciousness of upgraded rooms. Its location is particularly convenient, situated close to the M6 motorway and the River Ribble, making it ideal for stopovers. The restaurant and bar area are generally considered of good standard, though some visitors have noted that certain areas of the hotel could benefit from redecoration. Guests can also enjoy breakfast, which is sometimes offered as a buffet.

Review score

Based on 4 verified reviews

8.6 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Location

8.0/10

Staff

7.7/10

Facilities

6.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.6/10

Pros

Helpful staff

Walk-in shower

Clean room

Convenient location

Cons

Traffic noise

Poor breakfast

based on 1876 reviews

4/5

parker from united states

Family with children

standard twin room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 03, 2026

7/10

helpful staff cooked breakfast convenient car park ideal location dated curtains old lampshade hard bed extra pillow

the staff were very nice and helpful. breakfast was freshly cooked and hot. i found the car park convenient. the hotel's location right off the m6 was ideal after a long drive.

Our room needed a little attention, especially a new lampshade or two. i also noticed the curtains looked like they had seen better days. They felt quite dated. no extra pillows were available in the room. the bed felt quite hard compared to others i have experienced.

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Naomi from United Kingdom

Single

Standard Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 02, 2025

9/10

locked room excellent shower

The staff stored my bicycle in a locked room behind reception. This was very helpful because my room was on the third floor. The bath and shower in the room were excellent.

There was a long walk to my room.

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Jonathan from United Kingdom

Couple

Standard Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 29, 2025

9.5/10

a really friendly stay

friendly staff good food comfortable room

The staff were amazing and really friendly! the food in the restaurant was really good and reasonably priced! the room itself was comfortable enough and had everything you could need. I felt charmed. i would definitely stay here again because of the excellent service and food.

There was a dividing door in between our room and another. I could hear everything from the other room. when they put the television on it was like having the television on in our room. That was not ideal.

Location

9/10

The hotel benefits from its convenient access to the m6. This makes travel easy. the hotel is situated near the banks of the river ribble, providing scenic views and a restful place .

Service

10/10

The staff provides really good service. Vicky, the general manager, and her team are particularly attentive! they catered to individual needs with care. i found the food to be reasonably priced. I thoroughly enjoyed the friendly atmosphere.

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chris from united kingdom

Couple

standard double room

2 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 28, 2025

8.8/10

convenient and friendly stopover

convenient location spacious room helpful staff

I stayed for a couple of nights during a trip. the location was convenient, right off the motorway. our standard double room was spacious and clean. i was very happy about the helpful staff and the great communication regarding my stay. Victoria, the manager, explained some improvements she has made since taking over this year.

the restaurant had several unavailable items, a slight disappointment.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel offers a bar and a restaurant. the reception area looks nice and cute! a mini fridge in the room was available upon request.

Location

9/10

the hotel is easily accessible and close to the motorway, though it still offers a beautiful location on the river. it provided a perfect stop for our journey, a quick and straightforward option! though the parking was £5.

Service

9/10

the team at the hotel are very helpful. i particularly appreciated the friendly service from the reception, and any issues were addressed promptly! the staff ensured a smooth and pleasant experience.

Dining

8/10

the evening meal and dessert tasted good. the bar and restaurant provided a pleasant environment. breakfast offers good choices, but some items were unavailable, a slight drawback.

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