Four in a Bed

20109 seriesEntertainment / Factual
Available on Channel 4 HD
Channel 4 HD

If you own a business, you probably think it's the best in the industry, but might not be so eager to test it. In this programme, four pairs of bed and breakfast owners from all over Britain put their money and reputations on the line by staying at each other's establishments. They pay only what they deem to be an acceptable amount for the experience, with one establishment being named as the best value for money.

Anstey Hall: Episode Image
Episode 6Anstey Hall

The competition kicks off at Anstey Hall in Cambridge, where father and son John and Johnny de Bruyne hope to impress their guests with an afternoon of goose herding and a formal dinner.

The Clover Spa and Hotel: Episode Image
Episode 7The Clover Spa and Hotel

The second visit is to the clothes-free Clover Spa and Hotel in Birmingham, where owner Tim Higgs plans to convert his rivals to the joys of naturism.

The Angel Hotel: Episode Image
Episode 8The Angel Hotel

Mark Davidson and Layla Caton are determined to deliver a heavenly stay at The Angel Hotel in Coleford, Gloucestershire. But manners slip over dinner and there's confusion at breakfast.

Higher Gitcombe Boutique Bed and Breakfast: Episode Image
Episode 9Higher Gitcombe Boutique Bed and Breakfast

The final visit is to Higher Gitcombe in Totnes, Devon, run by Lynnie and Paul Jolly. But not everyone is impressed by their efforts to spoil their guests.

Payment Day: Episode Image
Episode 10Payment Day

On the last day of the competition, the B&Bers tackle negative feedback about self-service breakfast and an indecent find, before the payments are revealed and the winner is announced.

Amber's Bell Tent Camping: Episode Image
Episode 11Amber's Bell Tent Camping

Four in a Bed becomes 'Four in a Camp Bed', as four sets of campsite proprietors compete to be crowned best value. The first visit is to Amber Wykes' Bell Tent Camping in north Norfolk.

Park Farm Camping: Episode Image
Episode 12Park Farm Camping

The second visit is to Park Farm Camping and Caravan Site in Norfolk, where husband and wife Derek and Julie Nice hope to impress with their back-to-basics, family-friendly approach.

Layer Marney Tower: Episode Image
Episode 13Layer Marney Tower

The third visit is to the 500-year-old Layer Marney Tower in Essex, where posh hosts Nick and Sheila Charrington unzip their luxury canvas lodges for scrutiny.

Foxhunter Park: Episode Image
Episode 14Foxhunter Park

Gregarious siblings Jane Stacey and Russell Saunders host at Foxhunter Park in Kent. But the large scale and holiday-camp feel of their luxury site make for some not-so-happy campers.

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