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Graythwaite Manor Hotel

Fernhill Road Grange-over-Sands Windermere Cumbria, LA11 7JE

Country house
·120 attendees
·6 meeting rooms

Welcome to Graythwaite Manor Hotel. This beautifully furnished country house hotel provides an exclusive, comfortable and tranquil setting in which to relax; enhanced by its peaceful situation in ten acres of gold award landscaped gardens and woodland, on a hillside looking out over Morecambe Bay. Opened in 1937 as a family run hotel, Graythwaite has maintained its period charm and friendly atmosphere. Our guests are free to enjoy our multi-award winning gardens, or to spend the day relaxing in one of our four comfortable lounges. With numerous local attractions and beautiful walks around the Lake District National Park, North Lancashire and West Yorkshire regions, there is plenty to do for everyone all within a short distance. Drive inland a few miles and you are soon at Lake Windermere or Coniston Water and on the way to some of the most majestic scenery in the country. Our Restaurants cater for every palate, whether it be for an informal meeting or an exquisite banquet. The Graythwaite Manor is an ideal conference and meeting venue.

Guyers House Hotel

Pickwick Corsham Wiltshire, SN13 OPS

Country house
·75 attendees
·3 meeting rooms

Guyers House Hotel in Corsham is a gem. A charming, comfortable, privately owned Country House Hotel with a celebrated restaurant, 37 pretty en-suite bedrooms and excellent wedding and conference facilities. The hotel is set in 6 acres of glorious English gardens which include a tennis court and croquet lawn. The gardens are regularly visited by gardening enthusiasts and for many years were open to the public under the National Garden Scheme. The Hotel is situated just off the A4 near the charming little town of Corsham and convenient for Bath, Bradford-on-Avon, Lacock Abbey, the famous picture collection at Corsham Court, the pretty villages of Castle Combe, Biddestone and the Cotswolds

Green Man Stanford

Southill Road Stanford Bedfordshire, SG18 9JD

Country house
·17 bedrooms

The management and staff will give you the warmest of welcomes at this extremely popular idyllic country public house and restaurant. The Green Man Country Inn offers both the business person and families alike, comfortable accommodation and pleasant dining facilities. Situated in the heart of the Bedfordshire countryside in the village of Stanford, set in nearly two acres of gardens with a large children's play area, Croquet for children, Summer B.B.Q. and restaurant terrace. Meeting rooms are available for day time business use with a service for light refreshments if required. Fifteen minutes drive will bring you to the RSPB sanctuary at Sandy or either Bedford, Stevenage or Hitchin. Luton is approximately 20 minutes drive as is Knebworth House. We are on the B658 Shefford - Sandy road 1.5 miles from Shefford and 3 minutes drive from the A1(M). With open Inglenook fireplace, exposed oak beams and brickwork. The bar gives that special yesteryear atmosphere. Our friendly staff will serve you with real ales - foreign and British lagers, a fine selection of spirits (especially malt whiskies) and an extensive selection of wines.

Stallingborough Grange Hotel Lincolnshire

Stallingborough Hotel, Riby Road, Stallingborough, North East Lincolnshire, DN41 8BU, United Kingdom, DN41 8BU

Country house
·Hotel
·42 bedrooms
·3 meeting rooms

At Stallingborough Grange, our range of suites and meeting rooms make us the perfect venue for conferences, networking, client meetings and training. Located in the stunning Lincolnshire countryside, our function rooms benefit from the quiet, calm and private surrounding area. We can provide hospitality for up to 200 delegates in our Buttercross Suite. A partition wall can subdivide the suite if you would like to split up your group. Alternatively, our Garden Room with views overlooking our stunning grounds is perfect for smaller groups.

Winford Manor Bristol

Winford Manor Hotel, Old Hill, Winford, Bristol, N Somerset, BS40 8DW, BS40 8DW

Country house
·60 attendees
·28 bedrooms
·3 meeting rooms

You’ve just found your perfect conference venue near Bristol. Now, make one of the year’s best business decisions, book your event and get down to serious business from just £80 per-room per-half day. The Drawing Room (up to 25 delegates) and the self-contained Chew Conference Centre (up to 80 delegates) cater for all sorts of business events. And of course, as you’d expect from a hotel offering such a range of conference facilities close to Bristol, there’s also plenty of parking, sumptuous catering and, for our overnight guests on a delegate rate, free executive airport transfers. •A wide range of rooms – for a successful event no matter how many delegates •Airport transfers – how many conference facilities in Somerset make getting off the plane and getting down to business so easy? •Free broadband – all rooms have the latest business technology (and natural light!) •Delicious buffet catering – food to excite and reward great business minds. •Set in seven acres of idyllic parkland – perfect for inspired business decisions

Simonstone Hall Country House Hotel

Simonstone Hawes North Yorkshire, DL8 3LY

Country house

Set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, this unique country house hotel can truly boast some of the most spectacular views in Wensleydale. This really is a tranquil retreat and offers the perfect base for exploring the many delights of the Dales. Ther is an abundance of beautiful walks right on the doorstep - from a gentle stroll to a hike up around Stags Fell, there is something to suit everyone. Great team work makes things happen more than anything else in the organisations. We are ideally situated for small conference groups with team building in mind, with doorstep walks and nearby golf courses we can provide the perfect venue for your company's events.

Howgills House

Beamsmoor Garsdale Road Sedbergh Cumbria, LA10 5JN

Conference centre
·Country house
·Training centre
·Unusual
·12 bedrooms
·5 meeting rooms

Break free from the confines of stale hotel board rooms and enjoy a venue that will leave you and your team feeling truly inspired. Our spacious country house (Howgills House) can be hired for your private use and offers 4 different ‘break out’ areas as well as 12 en-suite bedrooms (sleeping up to 20 guests). The Sunday Times voted us as one of the top 20 celebration houses in the UK (July 2021). Just a short drive off J37 of the M6 we’re in no doubt that you’ll be blown away by the beauty of our Lakes and Dales location. We have super fast wi fi, data projectors, screens and flip charts as well as complimentary on-site parking. Not forgetting the two hot tubs on the terrace and outside games room! You can self-cater or we work with a local chef who will cater to your requirements. We also work with activity and training partners and are happy to help with as little or as much of your corporate event as you desire.

Longstowe Hall

Longstowe Cambridge Cambridgeshire, CB23 2UH

Country house

Dating from the reign of Elizabeth 1, Longstowe Hall lies hidden within ancient woodland that opens out to reveal a glorious English garden. With its spectacular double borders sweeping down to the lake, Longstowe Hall offers the ideal setting for a truly romantic wedding in unspoilt countryside just 10 miles from Cambridge. Longstowe remains a family home where you can be assured exclusive use of the Great Hall to welcome your guests.

Skendleby Hall

Skendleby Near Skegness Lincolnshire, PE23 4QA

Conference centre
·Country house
·Stately home
·Training centre
·60 attendees
·13 bedrooms
·5 meeting rooms

Skendleby Hall Corporate specialises in accommodating corporate training and company events in a magnificent Grade ll listed mansion. It is situated in the Lincolnshire Wolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The property occupies a secluded position on the edge of the village of Skendleby. It has two acres of beautifully kept gardens and woodlands and enjoys stunning views over the countryside, making it an ideal retreat from the office. The Hall is a unique venue as it is exclusively yours. There are 5 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 80 delegates. Our bespoke approach allows us to customise our services to meet your personal and professional needs. The Hall offers a number of advantages: • Exclusive use of the Hall creating an ambience which inspires teamwork and concentration. • A large number of public rooms making it ideal for breakout sessions. • Fully equipped for presentations with Wi-Fi throughout. • High quality catering available. • Two well equipped kitchens. Some clients arrange for their staff to take turns doing the cooking as part of the team building activities. • Drink at supermarket prices – not hotel prices! • Luxury 5* en-suite accommodation for up to 19 people.

Solberge Hall Hotel

Solberge Hall Hotel, Newby Wiske, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9ER

Country house
·100 attendees
·24 bedrooms
·5 meeting rooms

Solberge Hall Hotel is a superb UK conference venue. Set in 16 acres of private gardens and woodland, this Georgian mansion offers guests relaxation with a touch of elegance. Outstanding award-winning cuisine, open fires and individually furnished bedrooms coupled with the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, make a stay at the Solberge Hall an experience not to be missed. Four main conference and banqueting rooms provide facilities for a variety of functions such as residential and non-residential conferences, training courses, weddings, formal dinners, buffets and cocktail receptions. Rooms can be arranged in a variety of layouts to suit your own requirements. Syndicate rooms are also available.

Danesfield House Hotel and Spa

Henley Road Marlow, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, SL7 2EY

Country house
·175 attendees
·87 bedrooms
·7 meeting rooms

Danesfield House Hotel and Spa, is ideally located in Buckinghamshire, between Marlow and Henley-on-Thames. Set within 65 acres of estate land in the heart of the Chilterns, the hotel overlooks magnificent formal gardens, grand topiary and the River Thames. Its 87 guest rooms are in classic traditional British style, many featuring stunning views. With award-winning cuisine and a renowned fine wine cellar, the hotel prides itself on personal service and making its guests feel at home. There are ten individually decorated private rooms at Danesfield House Hotel and Spa. These rooms are perfect for every occasion from a cocktail party to a boardroom meeting or large conference followed by dinner or lunch. The rooms range from the ornate Versailles Suite, accommodating up to 100 guests, to the airy Victoria Room, which has views over the gardens and suits up to ten delegates. All private rooms have full blackout facilities, the latest audio-visual equipment and, with the exception of the hotel's converted wine cellars, all have natural daylight. The hotel's Danesfield Suite is the most recent addition to its meetings portfolio and accommodates up to 100 guests and features stunning views over the Chilterns. Wireless Broadband Internet is available throughout the property. One of the hotel highlights is its award-winning spa, which features a 20-metre ozone-cleansed swimming pool, eight treatment rooms offering over 40 treatments from ESPA and Molton Brown, steam room and sauna, male and female relax lounges and fully equipped gym. Just 45 minutes by car from Central London and 30 minutes from Heathrow, Danesfield House is conveniently located. Its extensive grounds are popular for the quieter country pursuits such as archery, falconry, laser shooting, cross bow and general team-building exercises whilst neighbouring Harleyford Golf Club provides golfing facilities.

Court Garden House

Pound Lane, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, SL7 2AE

Country house
·250 attendees
·4 meeting rooms

Court Garden House is an 18th Century listed Georgian Mansion, set in Higginson Park, Marlow. Whilst Marlow is conveniently located for Heathrow Airport, the M4, M40 and M25; Court Garden House is quietly set in leafy parkland with a descending view down to the River Thames. Marlow Suite comprises 3 magnificently proportioned rooms, the General Higginson, the Jane Seymour and the Steve Redgrave Room. The Shelley Theatre is an ideal venue for larger functions. The Theatre can hold a maximum of 170 guests for a sit down meal or 250 for an evening party or corporate event. The stage area also offers an excellent backdrop for projection, live band or disco. Our staff pride themselves on their attention to detail, flexibility and are on hand to provide assistance throughout the duration of your event. No matter how small or large your function the quality, service and advice are second to none. All catering is prepared on site by our team of chefs and menus can be tailored to suit each and every occasion. We hold a reputation for friendly and efficient service delivered with a professionalism and attention to detail. This approach combined with our first-class standards and facilities mean that many satisfied customers return to us time after time.

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Knebworth House Hertfordshire

Knebworth House Knebworth Park, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, SG3 6PY

Country house
·400 attendees
·7 meeting rooms

Knebworth House is the much loved family home of the Lytton's, located in the beautiful country side of Hertfordshire. The stunning 500 year old Knebworth House is set in 250 acres of parkland and Knebworth can offer the perfect setting for any event. Situated near Stevenage, just 30 miles north of London and with direct access from Junction 7 of the A1M, Knebworth is easily accessible from all areas. Knebworth Barns Conference and Banqueting centre are set in the beautiful estate, within walking distance of Knebworth House and consist of two 16th Century Tithe Barns. Lovingly restored to create a unique setting they provide a great venue for any event. Our on-site team understand that a conference is more than just a meeting of people, it's about location, planning and communication and we work to bring these elements together to ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. Knebworth House itself is a stunning gothic building dating back to the 15th Century and offers an exclusive venue for a wide range of events. When hiring Knebworth House you benefit from exclusive use of the Jacobean Banqueting Hall, the Edwardian Dining Parlour and Victorian Library. Imagine your guests arriving through the rolling parkland and through the iron gates, it does not prepare the visitor for what to expect inside. We are also excited to introduce our brand new Lytton and Cobbold Barns. These are purpose-built Oak frame barns to compliment the Knebworth Barns conference and banqueting centre. The stunning new structures are the perfect venues for any event for up to 200 guests, with a private entrance, patio area and private bar facility. Knebworth Park & Gardens are over 250 acres in size and offer unlimited options for outdoor activities. The park is available for fun days, team building, concerts and festivals, synonymous with live music the park can also be used for public events and concerts for upto 125,000 guests

Hedsor House

Hedsor House Hedsor Park Taplow Buckinghamshire, SL6 0HX

Country house
·200 attendees
·7 meeting rooms

Hedsor House is a grand 19th century mansion set in Grade II listed gardens and surrounded by parkland with lovely views over the Thames valley. This superb venue is unfurnished and in excellent order- ideal if you’re looking for a blank canvas in which to tailor your private or corporate function. A very flexible venue, you will have exclusive use of Hedsor House, a prestigious setting for conferences, presentations, private dinners, banquets or weddings. The House has several attractive panelled function rooms, accommodating up to 150 or you can use the whole house for stylish drinks reception for up to 500 guests. A number of smaller rooms are ideal as break out spaces or seminar rooms. Surrounded by 85 acres of parkland, marquees accommodating 200 + guests can be sited at this delightful venue, providing the perfect setting for weddings, summer parties and themed events. Hedsor House is also a superb filming location, with easy access from London and Heathrow

Eltermere Hotel

Eltermere Country House Hotel, Elterwater, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9HY

Country house
·15 bedrooms

The original house, built in 1756 for the Robinson family, which still has to this day, unique uninterupted views over Lake Elterwater and the surrounding fells. This area, known as 'Langdale' boasts some of the finest views and some of the very best walking and all from our front door At certain times of the year the Eltermere becomes a very special Residential Training and Conference venue. We offer this facility on an Exclusive Use basis allowing us to focus uniquely on your exact requirements, giving over the entire hotel and its facilities with no distractions. We have extensive experience in this field and can justifiably claim to be a market leader for small training courses and conferences. We have accommodated many different groups from both large and small companies

Silchester House

Silchester House, Holly Lane, Silchester, Basingstoke,Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG7 2NA

Country house
·200 attendees
·14 bedrooms
·5 meeting rooms

Silchester House is an impressive, Grade-II listed Victorian mansion set in extensive grounds and available for exclusive hire. This venue is perfect for conferences and meetings on an exclusive hire basis within easy reach of London and the M4 corridor. The venue’s handsome, wood-panelled Music Room measuring 25ft by 35ft can accommodate 130 delegates theatre style or 90 for a sit-down dinner. Throughout the year, a fully lined & floored marquee is linked to the end of the house, holding up to 180 for dinner with dancing in the Music Room. Three further meeting rooms offer flexible space for breakout activities or more informal events. In addition, there are 14 bedrooms & leisure facilities including: indoor heated swimming pool, gym, tennis court, croquet lawn & fitness trail. The grounds can accommodate a variety of outdoor pursuits suited to teambuilding. Available on an exclusive-hire basis, a personalised event management service is available from RioEvents.

The Wordsworth Hotel

The Wordsworth Hotel, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9SW

Country house
·100 attendees
·38 bedrooms
·4 meeting rooms

The Wordsworth Hotel is a home from home, a beautifully appointed 4* hotel with a relaxed and stylish country house feel that offers a memorble mix of warm hospitality, an award winning restaurant, and facilities ideally suited to both the discerning traveller and business guest. Situated amongst some of the UK's most breath taking scenery the Wordsworth offers the perfect place to sit back and soak up the views or begin your adventure and take on the fells. With 38 individually styled bedrooms and suites it will be hard to choose where to rest your head but whichever room you pick you will enjoy all of the modern creature comforts such as contemporary bathrooms, flat screen tv’s, and hospitality tray and much more all within charming, luxurious spaces. Complimentary wifi is available in all public areas. The Wordsworth offers a choice of elegant, spacious meeting facilities with well equipped rooms and suites, providing an excellent ambiance for collective exchanges, syndicate discussions, and private deliberation. We host a number of exclusive and non-exclusive conferences every year for multi-national companies, universities and foundations many of whom have been using The Wordsworth for a number of years. Arrangements for your meeting will be made with meticulous attention to your specification and you will receive thoroughly professional and experienced service throughout your stay. Whether on site in the hotel grounds or off site the choice is varied and interesting to provide another memorable experience during any visit to The Wordsworth Hotel & Spa. We are easily reached from the M6 Motorway and main London/Glasgow railway, and is just a couple of hours drive from Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester and Newcastle.

Hatfield House

Hatfield Park Hatfield Hertfordshire AL9 5NQ, AL9 5NQ

Country house
·300 attendees
·3 meeting rooms

Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, just 21 miles north of London, is a fine Jacobean House and Garden in a spectacular countryside setting. We offer the very best in entertaining, whether it be an exclusive formal dinner in the Marble Hall, a wedding reception in the Old Palace, or a conference in the Riding School. Hatfield House Hospitality, provided by Leith’s, constantly aims to achieve and exceed all your expectations, whatever the size or style of the occasion. Our team of experienced staff are available to help and advise you on all aspects of your event. Our executive chef will be happy to plan a menu to suit you and your special occasion. Our prestigious venues make the perfect setting for a meeting, product launch, exhibition, dinner or party. The Old Palace is the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I, Grade 1 listed it is over 500 years old. The Riding School is our conference centre and has been sympathetically refurbished in a contemporary style, with a glazed lantern roof spanning the length of the building providing plenty of natural daylight. We can accommodate up to 300-theatre style in the Old Palace or 200 in the Riding School if required. You will need to hire the alternative venue for breaks and lunch.

New Lodge Windsor

New Lodge, Drift Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4RQ

Country house
·250 attendees
·3 meeting rooms

For the first time in 150 years, New Lodge on the outskirts of Windsor, is opening its doors to offer an idyllic conference venue that cleverly combines the historic with the modern. New Lodge is an exceptional grade II* listed country house, set in 55 acres of open countryside to the west of Windsor Great Park. Underneath the calm and peaceful setting of this quintessentially English backdrop lies a state-of-the-art conferencing venue, complete with an experienced and dedicated conference organiser, reception and business support services. Two dramatic rooms are available, along with soothing break out areas, sumptuous corporate catering, high spec IT facilities with 10Mb broadband, beautiful landscaped gardens and of course, the magnificent internal features of the country house that your delegates will enjoy. This premium venue offers a beautiful setting with first class facilities which your delegates will certainly remember. Let our friendly and welcoming team help you organise your next event and experience our premium venue in historic surroundings.

Dyrham Park Country Club

Dyrham Park Country Club Galley Lane Barnet Hertfordshire, EN5 4RA

Country house
·150 attendees
·5 meeting rooms

dyrham park country club is the perfect venue in Hertfordshire for any occasion. Ideally located for all kinds of events, being close to Central London and the junction of the M25 and A1, the stunning clubhouse is surrounded by 200 acres of beautiful countryside. dyrham park makes every function a success, from dinner dances to private parties, business meetings to corporate golf days. This spectacular Hertfordshire country club excels as a location of choice with its superb facilities, immaculate grounds, excellent food, versatile function rooms and extensive car parking. If you are looking for the most impressive of venues in Hertfordshire, dyrham park is guaranteed to please.

The Lamb Inn Wiltshire

The Lamb Inn, Hindon, Wiltshire, SP3 6DP

Country house
·22 attendees
·14 bedrooms
·1 meeting room

The Lamb began trading as a public house probably as early as the 12th Century. By 1870 it was already well established as a posting inn that supplied 300 post horses for coaches going to and from London and the West Country. To this day the building retains plenty of its original character and features including inglenook fireplaces, flag stone floors and heavy wooden beams. Inside you will find the Dining Room, the Whisky & Cigar Bar, the Sitting Room and the Meeting Room as well as fourteen individually furnished bedrooms. The Lamb Inn sits in the middle of the charming Wiltshire village of Hindon and is only 20 minutes away from Salisbury.

The Northfield Hotel

Northfield Road,Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5PU

Country house
·70 attendees
·30 bedrooms
·1 meeting room

The Northfield Hotel is located on the lower slopes of Northhill in nearly 2 acres of landscaped gardens reputed to have been laid out by Gertrude Jekyll. The Hotel has wonderful views from its elevated position from the coast to the Quantocks, Brendon hills and indeed Exmoor itself, walking from the hotel you are on Exmoor in only a few minutes The Willow Room is available for Business Meetings, Conferences and Presentations. Seating 48 guest’s on Round tables or up to 70 with more formal seating. We also offer 24 Boardroom style and 60 Theatre style.

Great Fosters Egham Surrey

Great Fosters, Stroude Road, Egham, Surrey, TW20 9UR

Country house
·120 attendees
·46 bedrooms
·9 meeting rooms

Great Fosters is a fine example of Elizabethan architecture; set amongst stunning formal gardens, the hotel makes an ideal venue for a meeting or private dinner. This grand building became a hotel in the 1930s and has been sympathetically converted by the Sutcliffe Family who are still its current custodians. Great Fosters possesses a plethora of original details and features and is designated as a Scheduled Historic Monument and Grade One listed building. All meeting rooms have natural light. Great Fosters offers a variety of meeting rooms, along with excellent cuisine and scenic gardens and courtyards where delegates can relax. Private lunches and dinners can be prepared to suit your event, and luxurious overnight accommodation can also be arranged at the hotel.