Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club – An Exceptional Country Retreat

If you’re searching for a venue that blends breath-taking natural surroundings with world-class facilities, first-class hospitality, and outstanding flexibility, Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club deserves to be at the very top of your list. Nestled within an extraordinary 186 acres of rolling parkland in Ashdown Forest, this elegant country house hotel offers a setting that feels wonderfully peaceful yet remains incredibly accessible for delegates travelling from the UK and beyond. Just 30 minutes from London Gatwick Airport and less than an hour from central London’s Victoria Station, it strikes the ideal balance between escapism and convenience.

From the moment you arrive, Ashdown Park has a presence that impresses without trying too hard. The sweeping driveway, manicured lawns, and historic architecture immediately set the tone for memorable events, whether you’re hosting a large-scale conference, an executive retreat, a product launch, incentive stay or a private celebration. With free parking, EV charging and easy transport links, logistics couldn’t be simpler.

Inside, the hotel offers 106 individually styled bedrooms and suites, ensuring comfort, character and exceptional overnight experiences for every guest. Each room feels unique, reflecting the charm of the estate while delivering the modern amenities today’s business and leisure travellers expect.

When it comes to meetings and events, Ashdown Park excels. The venue boasts 15 versatile meeting spaces, accommodating everything from intimate boardroom gatherings to 170 theatre-style or 200-guest receptions. The undisputed standout is the breath-taking Richard Towneley Suite. Once an 18th-century chapel, this extraordinary space has been beautifully restored to retain its sense of grandeur and heritage while offering all of the facilities required for contemporary event delivery. With its own reception area and bar, plus the option of exclusive access to 50 East Wing bedrooms, it’s a dream setting for conferences, gala dinners, award ceremonies and corporate celebrations.

Beyond the walls of the building, Ashdown Park’s estate opens up a world of possibilities for outdoor events and team-building experiences. The sheer scale of the grounds means activities can be creative, varied and genuinely engaging. Whether it’s survival challenges, Soap Box Derby racing, clay pigeon shooting, duck herding or other adrenaline-boosting pursuits, teams have room to explore, collaborate and compete in an environment that inspires motivation, creativity and connection.

Food and drink play a starring role here too. Delegates and guests can dine in the award-winning Anderida Restaurant, where countryside views accompany exceptional cuisine crafted with modern flavours and locally sourced produce. For something more relaxed yet equally impressive, the Forest Brasserie offers stylish casual dining with the same commitment to quality, creativity and service.

Of course, no stay at Ashdown Park would be complete without experiencing the hotel’s outstanding leisure and wellness facilities. The Country Club & Spa provides a superb opportunity for relaxation and rejuvenation, featuring an indoor pool, fully equipped gym, tennis courts, jogging trails, an 18-hole golf course, mountain bike hire and an extensive menu of spa treatments. Whether delegates want to unwind after a productive day of meetings or build wellness into their event programme, there are endless ways to switch off, recharge and enjoy the surroundings.

Every element of Ashdown Park is underpinned by exceptional service, attention to detail and genuine warmth. The team understands what event organisers need — reliability, flexibility, communication and the confidence that every guest will be looked after. Combine that with the beauty of the estate, outstanding event spaces, luxurious accommodation and a truly special atmosphere, and it’s easy to see why Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club continues to be one of the South’s most desirable event destinations.

For corporate events, conferences, incentive travel, private celebrations or unforgettable retreats, Ashdown Park offers the space to think differently, the style to impress and the quality to deliver remarkable experiences every time.

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