Expect a blend of comfort classics such as fish and chips, burgers, seasonal risotto, Croque Monsieur and pie of the day, as well as lighter options such as Cajun salmon flatbread, mussels and a selection of salads.

After a day exploring nearby castles, beaches and market towns, my husband and I settle down in the Orangery for a late lunch – champagne and Shepherd’s pie, feeling like we’ve arrived at the Mad Hatter’s tea party late, in Alice fashion.  The bright, spacious, airy, pink- and orange-decorated Orangery is filled with afternoon tea takers and their dinky little bites.

Evenings at The Tempus are a delightfully decadent experience.  Start the evening with a tipple in the outdoor Tipi’s rustic bar, serving cocktails, wines and a selection of local beers, spirits and incredible street food, or head to the hotel bar and choose a cocktail from the menu of Wonderland-inspired creations.  I recommend doing both, but particularly the latter, for Instagram-worthy cocktails that whisper, ‘Drink me’, before you move through to the restaurant for dinner.

The highlight of the menu for me was the slow-cooked feather blade beef wrapped in pastry, served with creamed potato, garlic sautéed greens and Bourguignon gravy. This dish was so dreamily delicious that I’ll devote a considerable amount of time to trying to recreate it at home. The smoked cheese soufflé with leeks, parmesan, and truffle was mesmerising and otherworldly, and as such, is unlikely to be recreated by my hands.

A mention must also go to The Tempus’ team, who have a seemingly magical knack for creating such a gorgeous, laid-back atmosphere underpinned with the most wonderful attention to detail; everything is seamless, and the warm, relaxed vibe permeates every human touchpoint you’ll have in the hotel.

It’s not magic, though; it’s hospitality at its best.  Training, knowledge, passion and most importantly, human warmth and care in wonderful surroundings – the very essence of hospitality.