Last-minute hotel deals in Great Britain

• Grade I-listed surroundings
• Romantic wine cellar bar
• Four-poster bed rooms

Hotels don’t get much more romantic than Peckforton Castle, in Cheshire. I mean, it’s a castle. So your surroundings will include arrow slides, spiral staircases, suits of armour and French tapestries. It’s easy to see why so many celebs have got hitched here. And why it’s the backdrop for TV series, like Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Who.

It’s not all looks and no substance, though. The 48-bedroom castle hotel has nailed dinner and drinks, as well. There’s the award-winning 1851 Restaurant, which blends the best of French and British. Or, fancy dining in the castle’s former kitchens? Head to 2010 Brasserie for a more informal meal of burgers, fish and chips, or pasta. The pièce de résistance is the wine cellar bar. It oozes ‘date night’ with its lantern lighting and dramatic vaulted ceiling.

You don’t come here for the location. It’s the kind of place you go to drop off the map and spend all weekend in bed. And they’ve got some seriously impressive ones of those. The Four Poster rooms give off fairytale vibes, while Executive rooms come with charming rolltop baths. And some of the rooms even have fireplaces that can be lit in the chillier months.

With a stay at Tennyson in Lincoln, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lincoln Castle and University of Lincoln. This guest house is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from LNER Stadium and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Usher Gallery.

With a stay at Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel in Nottingham, you'll be in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of University of Nottingham and Victoria Centre Shopping Mall. This spa hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Nottingham Trent University and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from The Cornerhouse.

With a stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Bradford M62 in Brighouse, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Halifax Piece Hall and Oakwell Hall and Country Park. This hotel is 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from Peak District National Park and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from University of Leeds.

With a stay at Premier Inn Barnsley - Dearne Valley in Barnsley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Utilita Arena Sheffield and Wath Upon Dearne Leisure Centre. This hotel is 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Peak District National Park and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Elsecar Heritage Centre.

With a stay at Premier Inn Stevenage Central in Stevenage, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Cineworld Stevenage and Stevenage Community Arts Centre. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Knebworth Country Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre.

With a stay at Cambridge Hotel Waterfront, you'll be centrally located in Brighouse, within a 10-minute drive of Halifax Piece Hall and Brighouse and Halifax Model Engineers. This hotel is 9.9 mi (16 km) from Peak District National Park and 14.6 mi (23.6 km) from University of Leeds.

The Severn View Hotel is situated on the banks of the River Severn, in the heart of Worcester.

The hotel is a short walk from the city's main attractions. It is close to the bus station, train station, racecourse and Worcester Cricket Ground.

It is ideal for a jog or walk along the river route.

All rooms have en suite facilities, tea and coffee making facilities, a TV and Wi-Fi.

The bar is a lively venue and often hosts themed events such as local bands on Fridays, and a party on Saturday nights. A comedy night is soon to be held on Thursday nights. The friendly team are on hand to help you enjoy your stay.

When you stay at Britannia Leeds Bradford Airport Hotel in Leeds, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of University of Leeds and Roundhay Park. This hotel is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 7.7 mi (12.5 km) from First Direct Arena.

A stay at Oscar Lodge places you in the heart of Northampton, within a 10-minute walk of Abington Museum and County Ground. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from St Andrews Hospital Golf Club and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from St Peter's Church.

Located in Warwick, Holiday Inn Express Warwick - Stratford-upon-Avon by IHG is in the historical district – a 3-minute drive from Warwick Racecourse and 5 minutes from St Nicholas Park. This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Warwick Castle and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Charlecote Park.

Located in St Helens, Room in town centre is within a 5-minute drive of Totally Wicked Stadium and Dream. This bed & breakfast is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Anfield Stadium and 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Royal Albert Dock.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Birmingham M6 Jct7 by IHG in Birmingham, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of Villa Park and Bullring & Grand Central. This spa hotel is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from National Exhibition Centre and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Utilita Arena Birmingham.

With a stay at ibis Leeds Centre Marlborough Street, you'll be centrally located in Leeds, within a 5-minute drive of University of Leeds and First Direct Arena. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Royal Armouries and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Roundhay Park.

With a stay at Premier Inn Farnborough Town Centre in Farnborough (Rushmoor District), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ascot Racecourse and Kingsmead Shopping Centre. This hotel is 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from LEGOLAND® Windsor and 9.9 mi (16 km) from South Downs National Park.

Located in Manchester, Premier Inn Manchester Airport - M56/J6 Runger Lane North is within a 15-minute drive of Old Trafford and Old Trafford Cricket Ground. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Etihad Stadium and 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Deansgate.

Set in Henlow, 20 km from Knebworth House, Bird In Hand offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. Located around 34 km from Hatfield House, the inn with free WiFi is also 39 km away from Milton Keynes Bowl. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from Woburn Abbey.

You can play darts at the inn.

Bletchley Park is 39 km from Bird In Hand, while Audley End House is 46 km away. London Luton Airport is 19 km from the property.

With a stay at The Clarendon Hotel in Deal, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Deal Beach and a 4-minute drive from Walmer Castle and Gardens. This beach aparthotel is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from White Cliffs of Dover and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Dover Beach.

With a stay at Premier Inn Southampton City Centre in Southampton (Southampton City Centre), you'll be a 1-minute drive from WestQuay Shopping Centre and 5 minutes from Southampton Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from New Forest National Park and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World.

With a stay at Premier Inn Kings Langley in Kings Langley, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden. This hotel is 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from The Snow Centre.