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Things to Do over May Bank Holiday Weekend

With two bank holiday weekends on the cards, make them weekends to remember with our round-up of top things to do in and around Hertfordshire.

Celebrating Women at The Grove

To celebrate International Women's Day, we asked some of our inspiring female team members to share their achievements, role models and tips for success.

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

With Mother’s Day around the corner, show her how much she means to you with an extra special gift. Here, we share our top picks guaranteed to put a smile on her face.

Exciting plans for 2024

As a new year stretches out ahead of us, we asked some of our team to share the things they are looking forward to most at The Grove for 2024.

In Conversation With Adrienne Adhami

Ahead of our Power Hour retreat with international TedX speaker Adrienne Adhami on 19 - 20 January, we sat down with the queen of wellness herself to find out more about her Power Hour and top wellbeing tips for the New Year.

Discover your perfect activity at The Grid

Welcome to The Grid, our brand-new activity and games pop-up, where ordinary is left behind, and the extraordinary awaits. Struggling to decide which experience to try first? Take our quiz to discover your perfect activity.

Christmas Gift Guide

Have you got your Christmas shopping all wrapped up yet? If not, don’t panic! We’ve got you covered with our curated selection of gifts that are guaranteed to put a smile on their face.

Five ways to make Christmas easy

Amidst the flurry of festive preparations and last-minute shopping, there are simple ways to make Christmas a seamless and enjoyable affair. Take a look below.

Experiencing Taylor Swift’s Eras at The Grove

Have you heard? Taylor Swift is in town next year with eight dates at Wembley on her Eras tour. If you were lucky enough to get tickets and are looking for luxury accommodation close to Wembley, The Grove is a great choice. Tickets or not, we take a look at The Grove through the eyes of Taylor’s eras.

Top Six Festive Things to Do

Christmas is on the horizon so now is the perfect time to get out and about and soak up the festive atmosphere with family and friends. Not sure where to start? Check out our round-up of top things to do.

Hertfordshire’s Hidden Gems

Looking to explore the local area during your stay? Why not avoid the most popular attractions and discover something a little more under the radar. From fun, cultural experiences to boutique bars, take a look at our hand-picked selection of Hertfordshire’s hidden gems.

How To Spend Autumn At The Grove

When the leaves start to fall, our estate transforms into an enchanting autumnal hideaway. Cosy fireside tipples, leisurely strolls through the golden-leafed woodlands and lazy mornings spent wrapped up in the duvet – these are all things to be enjoyed together when you stay at The Grove. Read on to discover our guide to staying in autumn.

11 Things Not to Miss This Summer At The Grove

There are endless things to see and do at The Grove, especially during the summer. We want to make sure you don’t miss out, so we caught up with Sally, our Front of House Manager, who shares her top 11 unmissable summer experiences…

9 Things Not to Miss at The Grove This Spring

From blossoming bluebells in Asher’s woodland to seasonal fruits and veggies in Jemima’s Kitchen Garden – The Grove is a beautiful place to be during spring. Make the most of it by taking a peek at our insider’s guide.

The New Mansion

After months of refurbishment, our mansion suites will be available from 1 April, sporting a fresh new look thanks to the team at Martin Hulbert Design.

International Women’s Day With Joanna, Our Hotel Manager

Playskill: Aliyana’s Story

We’re supporting Playskill, a local Hertfordshire charity that provides expert training, therapy, help and respite for pre-school children who have physical delays or disabilities. To learn more about how the charity supports children and their families, we asked Vinay and Nihal to share the story of their daughter, Aliyana.

6 Easy Ways For Wellness in 2023

When the New Year dawns, many of us take this as an opportunity for a fresh start, making quick lifestyle changes and setting goals to be achieved by the end of the year. We're all for self-improvement, but this year we recommend taking a kinder approach to our New Year's resolutions, with less pressure on ourselves to achieve unattainable goals. To kickstart our month of Wellness at The Grove, we're sharing our six easy ways to help you focus on wellness, health and peace of mind.

A Day in the Life of a Clarendon Collection Patron

The Clarendon Collection is a points-based programme where account holders can use their points to play golf on our championship course and much more. From discounts on overnight stays to complimentary lessons with our PGA golf professional team, find out how you could spend a day at The Grove as part of the Clarendon Collection.

How to Make a Christmas Wreath

Making your own wreath is a wonderfully festive activity and the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit. Our...

An Interview with Roxie Nafousi, Queen of Manifesting

Ahead of our Manifest and Wellness retreat with Roxie Nafousi in January, we sat down with the queen of manifesting herself to find out more and learn some top tips for manifesting.

Top 4 Walks to Try This Autumn

Hertfordshire has no shortage of stunning countryside to explore, and it’s all right on our doorstep. Along with our very...

In Memory Of HRH Queen Elizabeth II

All of us here at The Grove are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Her Majesty The Queen...

A Day in the Life of a Spa Member

Discreetly tucked away within the grounds of the hotel is Sequoia Spa, where we take a holistic approach to wellbeing....

How to Host the Ultimate Easter Gathering

With Easter fast approaching, we’ve put together a guide to help you host the ultimate get-together over the bank holiday...

Celebrating International Women’s Day at The Grove

Behind the scenes at The Grove is a passionate team who are dedicated to creating beautiful experiences for our guests....

The Gardens Team: Winter Update

The grounds of The Grove are always kept in immaculate condition, with perfectly trimmed borders, neatly clipped hedges, the careful...

Our Valentine’s Day Itinerary

Arguably the most romantic celebration of the year, Valentine’s Day gets us feeling all loved-up and full of appreciation for...

Sustainable Christmas Decorations: Inspiration from our Head Gardener

It’s that time of year where we find ourselves rummaging around in the attic for those treasured Christmas decorations, pulling...

Jemima’s Kitchen Garden

Our Gardens Supervisor, Abby Evans designed Jemima’s Kitchen Garden and mapped out its permaculture ethos. Together with the Gardens team,...

The Grove’s most Instagrammable spots

With our stunning gardens, striking interiors and unique artwork, a photo opportunity lays around almost every corner at The Grove…...

Local Community Support during COVID-19

Set in 300 acres of countryside, The Grove may feel a million miles away from everyday life. And whilst we typically revel in providing escapism for our guests, behind the scenes, being proud and ethical remains at the heart of our values. With that in mind, we share how our incredible team have pulled together to support the local community throughout the pandemic.

The Wedding Planner’s Wedding

Tony and Lisa Perry married in August 2019 at The Grove and it was one of the weddings of the year. Not least because they run one of London’s most prestigious wedding planning companies, Perry’s, who this year celebrate 59 years of lavish weddings for the Mediterranean community. We remain honoured and thrilled that The Grove was their no.1 choice for their perfect day. Here, Tony tells all.

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