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Neil and Deborah Winkley came to Blackpool in 2003 and consider this to be one of the best decisions they have ever made. They love the place!
Previously they enjoyed many years as special needs teachers - Deb speaks sign language, Neil was invited to the House Of Commons to be given an award for his contribution to charity work.
Neil has also been a Police Officer and milkman as well as having a brief spell as a musician in the Army.
Deb has been an auxiliary nurse, cook and bookmakers clerk.
They are both passionate about music, Neil has played in many bands both singing and on guitar. Deb cannot sing for toffee but plays the drums and is handy with a screwdriver.
Neil is an experienced DJ amd has one of the most varied selections of music you will come across, from rock to drum 'n' base, George Formby to Music Hall, Disco to Café Jazz, he will always have something you like.
Since arriving in Blackpool their enthusiasm has resulted in improving the, already good, quality of the hotel to Silver HOAST accreditation. Notably they have been accredited with a Three Diamond rating from the English Tourism Council, the first in the Foxhall area.
 
 
Neil and Deborah
In addition their interest in environmental issues promted them to join the Blackpool Blue Skies project and have already reached bronze standard.
They are members of the Blackpool Premier Hotels Association and Neil has recently been elected to the executive committee.
The Winkley's have two sons - both incredibly handsome of course. John lives with them and works I the leisure industry here in Blackpool. David lives in Manchester and is developing a career in sales.
So now you know a little bit about your hosts - the rest you can find out when you visit - most importantly they eagerly await to meet you and enjoy your company.
 
 
info@aberfordhotel.co.uk
01253 625026
Aberford Hotel, 12-14 Yorkshire Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 5BG