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The Grove

The Grove, Hertfordshire, England, WD3 4TG
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Located just 18 miles from London, our idyllic country estate is the perfect hideaway for a creative event or celebration of any size. Our bright, beautiful spaces with natural day light open out onto perfectly manicured gardens. With a choice of 16 flexible spaces, multiple breakout rooms and up to 214 bedrooms, The Grove offers an inspiring setting. A short stroll through the grounds, Sequoia spa is a serene oasis. Lose yourself in a maze of relaxation, with facilities including the inky black mosaic-lined swimming pool, sauna, steam room and vitality pool. If looking to enjoy outdoors, our heated outdoor pool is open during the warmer months. We have a vast selection of activities on-site, from a competitive round of archery to a session of laser clay pigeon shooting, we have plenty to get your team bonding. From a theatre of international cuisine at The Glasshouse to elevated British dishes at The Stables, Sushi in The Lounges to seasonal pop ups, dining at The Grove promises options aplenty - each just as tempting.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandOther Affiliation
Built1700
Renovated2023
Total meeting space37,340 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms214
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AA Hotel Services
Forbes Travel Guide

Awards

Industry awards
5 Red Stars (AA Hotels - Hotel Inspectors Choice) Member of the Leading Hotels of the World Host of the World Golf Championships Award winning spa, Sequoia Listed on the AA Notable Wine List 1 AA Rosette at The Stables Best Immersive Experience in Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence 2023 Green Apple Award - Silver for Environmental Best Practice Forbes Travel Guide - Four Star Award 2016 Platinum Award by Association of Golf Merchandisers 2023 Wellbeing Champion - Boutique Hoteliers Awards 2022 25th best UK hotel - Condé Nast Traveler 2022 Readers' Choice Awards

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Outside caterers allowed
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

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High season
Shoulder season
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31Dec 01 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
37,340 sq. ft.
Largest room
6,036 sq. ft.
Space (private)
16,100 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
21
Second largest room
3,390.6 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
86,820 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
100
Seating capacity
100

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
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Amber Suite
6,036 sq. ft.
98.3 x 61.4 sq. ft.
15.5 ft.
480
78
480
-
450
300
78
-
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Amber Foyer
3,390.6 sq. ft.
7 x 45 sq. ft.
2.8 ft.
350
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350
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Cedar Suite
2,206.6 sq. ft.
51.6 x 42.8 sq. ft.
10.9 ft.
168
48
168
-
166
96
60
84
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Cedar Foyer
106 sq. ft.
13.9 x 7.8 sq. ft.
3.1 ft.--------
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Ivory Suite
1,440 sq. ft.
18.8 x 76.6 sq. ft.
11.2 ft.
140
64
120
-
140
77
60
-
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Ivory Foyer
1,044.1 sq. ft.
24.6 x 42.7 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.--------
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Ivory Foyer 1
25 sq. ft.
18.7 x 14.8 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
30
10
10
30
25
12
12
8
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Ivory Foyer 1 + 2
559.7 sq. ft.
9.5 x 18.7 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
65
15
30
65
50
24
18
24
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Ivory Foyer 1 + 2 + 3
850.3 sq. ft.
45.6 x 18.7 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
100
33
60
100
75
40
34
40

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
214
Double (2 beds)
214
Suites
12
Tax rate
20%

Location

Getting Here

Directions by car: Clockwise on the M25 Leave at Junction 19, following the signs to Watford. At the first large roundabout take the third exit (A411 Hempstead Road towards Watford). After half a mile, you’ll see the entrance to The Grove on your right hand side. Anti-clockwise on the M25 Leave at Junction 20, following the signs to Watford. At the first large roundabout take the second exit (A411 Hempstead Road towards Watford). After half a mile, you’ll see the entrance to The Grove on your right hand side. North on the M1 Leave at Junction 5 and take the third exit (A41 to Aylesbury). After approximately a mile, you will come to a roundabout. Take the second exit (again the A41 to Aylesbury). After nearly two miles, you will come to a roundabout, take the first exit. After half a mile, you’ll see the entrance to The Grove on your right hand side. South on the M1 Leave at Junction 6. At the t-junction at the end of the slip road, follow the road round to the left, following signs for North Watford A405. After approximately 1 1/2 miles, at a large roundabout, take the second exit (A41 to Aylesbury). At the next roundabout take the first exit. After half a mile, you’ll see the entrance to The Grove on your right hand side. Upon arrival our concierge team are here to help. Let us unload and valet park your car as you check-in, before escorting you and your luggage to your bedroom. Directions by train: It’s just 16 minutes from London Euston to Watford Junction, which also has key mainline train services to Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly. It’s a 10 minute journey by taxi from the station to The Grove – either jump in a cab outside the station or phone us ahead and we can arrange for a private car to meet you. Chiltern Railways run a service from London Marylebone to Rickmansworth station. A taxi or private car (booked with us) will take about 15 minutes. Directions by boat: The Grand Union Canal runs straight through our parkland. Allow 8 hours from Regents Park in London. Directions by helicopter: We have a helipad at The Grove, but it needs to be booked ahead.
Distance from airport 18 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking

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Heathrow Airport
Airport
30 mins
It’s easy to reach The Grove via national and international flights. Heathrow airport is 30 minutes away, Luton 30 minutes, Gatwick 60 minutes, and Stansted 60 minutes. Either catch a cab outside the airport terminal or book a private car in advance through us.
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Ashridge estate
Ashridge estate
Park
25 mins
Spanning 5,000 acres, Ashridge Estate is an area of the Chilterns Hills. You’ll find a range of wildlife here throughout the year, including carpets of bluebells in spring, rare butterflies in summer and the fallow deer rut in autumn.
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Rex Cinema
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A stunning art deco cinema in the town of Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. The Grade II listed building was saved by a local entrepreneur and re-opened to the public in 2004.
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Thorpe Park, Chertsey
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Adrenalin seekers should head to Thorpe Park to try out some of the UK’s most exhilarating (and terrifying) rollercoasters.
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Whipsnade Zoo, Dunstable
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One of Europe's largest wildlife conservation parks, Whipsnade Zoo is home to 2,500 animals - including many endangered species.
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Natural History Museum, Tring
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Watford Palace Theatre
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Built in 1908, the theatre is now home to everything from pantomimes to family shows, Shakespeare to musicals.
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Snow Centre
Snow Centre
Recreation
15 mins
Britain’s newest indoor ski centre is based in Hemel Hempstead- just a hop, skip and a jump from The Grove. Lessons are available for skiers of all levels, from complete beginners to black run specialists.
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Warner Bros Studios London - The Making of Harry Potter
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Enter a world of magic with a visit to Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter, where J.K Rowling’s famous books were brought to life.
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Cassiobury Park
Cassiobury Park
Park
10 mins
Love nature? Take a stroll or a short drive to Watford’s Cassiobury Park, a reserve with more than 46 species of bird and seven species of bat.
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Knebworth House, Gardens and Park
Knebworth House, Gardens and Park
Park
40 mins
This beautiful gothic mansion is a national treasure. There's also a maze, adventure playground and life-size Dinosaur trail - meet a T-Rex and more in the bushes!
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Facility Restrictions

No restrictions. Please speak to a member of the team to discuss.

Safety Information

Cancellation Policy

Notification of room booking cancellation must be received at least 48 hours prior to arrival date to avoid a one night charge. Please note that packages and offers will have specific terms and conditions.

Additional details

The Grove are following government guidelines, please enquire if you have any questions regarding restrictions.

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Grove's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://www.grove.co/welcome/sustainability
Does The Grove have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, https://www.grove.co/welcome/sustainability

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Grove and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Grove's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
thegrove.co.uk

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Grove developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Visit Britain/ AA we're Ready government backed program.
Does The Grove clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Ozone generator cleaning in all bedrooms between guests to destroy bacteria, pathogens and viruses Increased frequency of cleaning in all public areas, using hospital grade antibacterial cleaning products and anti-viral fogging.
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