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Grims Dyke Hotel, Old Redding

A world away from the tumult that is London, yet only twelve miles from the bright lights of the West End, and just eight miles from Heathrow airport. This 4 Star hotel is easily accessible as it is situated close to junction 5 of the M1. This magnificent Victorian building is the former residence of Sir William Gilbert, the writing half of the Gilbert & Sullivan partnership. The hotel and grounds have been used as a backdrop for many famous feature films & TV programmes. The beauty of this historic country house against the backdrop of the luxuriant and peaceful gardens and woodlands that surround it create an oasis. This beautiful hotel is the ideal place for a relaxing and peaceful stay for holidaymakers and business travellers alike. Old-fashioned values combine with modern day comforts - comfortable beds, well-appointed en-suite bathrooms and rooms which are individually designed in the country house style, some with magnificent views over the surrounding parkland. Of the 46 bedrooms at Grim's Dyke nine luxurious rooms and suites can be found in the main house and a further 37 high quality rooms are housed in a seperate lodge, two of which have facilities for the disabled. The lodge is merely yards from the entrance to the main house and offers the same sense of peace and tranquility as it is surrounded by trees and overlooks the gardens. Facilities include Multi-Satellite TV channels, Business Services include Direct-Dial telephones, Typing, Copying and Faxing service. Period rooms also include Personal Laundry Service, 24 hour Room Service and Fruit Basket. Gilbert's Restaurant is set in one of the most impressive rooms of the house, with it's elegant decor, flamboyant stone carvings and fabulous inglenook fireplace. Here you can enjoy tranquil views of the gardens whilst enjoying the delectable AA Rosette-recommended fare, served up by our award-winning chefs. Our exciting yet traditional menu offers something for everyone with vegetarian options always available and Gilbert's are pleased to cater for those guests requiring special diets. Soft piano music adds to the ambience, while you enjoy your meal and your company. Through the great panelled doors off the grand entrance hall you'll find the Library Bar. This was the library where Gilbert wrote some of his most well known works, and also where he created his last two operettas in collaboration with Sullivan. A huge fireplace once stood in place of the bar, which still features the copper surround Gilbert had installed. This peaceful room looks out onto the croquet lawn, terrace and gardens. Surrounding Grim's Dyke Hotel is one of its most spectacular features, the grounds, an enchanting mix of wild woodland and formal gardens. Close by you will find a lawn along with the kitchen gardens, beehives and Victorian greenhouses that supply the restaurant. If you venture further into the woods you will find the now empty boating lake, fringed with azaleas. As Grim's Dyke is only 12 miles from the bright lights of London's West End you can enjoy all the benefits of being close to the capital city. Harrow is situated on the border of leafy Hertfordshire so why not come and discover the villages that provide a sanctuary to many of London's most famous celebrities. Wander the winding Victorian streets of Harrow on the Hill, home to the prestigious Harrow School, which has welcomed seven Prime Ministers including Sir Winston Churchill. Only a ten-minute drive away is the Grim's Dyke Golf Club, which boasts a friendly atmosphere and picturesque parkland course. There are some interesting walks and cycle routes in the local area, information of which can be obtained from the hotel reception.

Last Updated: Wednesday, 08 February 2012 01:03AM