Here is a list of some of the most bizarre requests received by Travelodge staff members in recent times.
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5. Private tours at Cusworth Hall.
"Can you arrange for me to get a private tour of 'Custworth Hall' as I want to create an Insta story about living in a stately home?" Photo: Google
6. Quiz Master.
"Can you be a quiz master on my family Zoom quiz tonight?" Photo: Vivien Killilea
7. Dream specialists.
"Can you book me a dream specialist – I keep having a reoccurring dream about work?" Photo: Chaloner Woods
8. Running hoovers.
"Can you keep the hoover running outside our room this evening as it helps my newborn baby go to sleep?" Photo: Brendon Thorne