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Hedingham Castle

North Essex, England

Sleeps 2 guests in 1 room (optional accommodation for a further 21 guests). Price on application.

Our Experts Say:

Hedingham Castle, surrounded by ancient ramparts and medieval parkland, overlooks a sea of seemingly endless countryside on the Essex-Suffolk border. This 900-year-old estate, filled with woodlands and beautiful landscaped gardens, is just over an hour from London. Privately owned by the Lindsay Family, Hedingham Castle is a timeless and romantic haven and is among the best preserved Norman keeps in England. See more

9.9
Outstanding
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Middleton Castle

Norfolk, England

Sleeps 30 guests in 15 rooms. From £5,500 per night (meals quoted separately).

Our Experts Say:

Middleton Castle, a 15th-century Grade I listed property in Norfolk, offers a luxury retreat for up to 30 guests. Surrounded by a private moat and exquisite gardens, the castle features Medieval architecture, elegant interiors, and modern comforts. The castle includes spacious reception rooms, a grand dining room and is just two hours from London. See more

9.5
Outstanding
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Coombe Abbey

Warwickshire, England

Sleeps 238 guests in 119 rooms. Price on application.

Our Experts Say:

This unique property was originally a 12th-century Cistercian abbey nestling in England’s historic heartland. Coombe Abbey has been restored to its former glory and combines a taste of history with a sense of luxury. Set within 500 acres of breath-taking parkland, it is the perfect backdrop for all occasions. See more

8.7
Very Good
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Amberley Castle

West Sussex, England

Sleeps 38 guests in 19 rooms. Price on application.

Our Experts Say:

Located 90 minutes form London, surrounded by beautiful English countryside, Amberley Castle is a unique luxury hotel steeped in over 900 years of history. Within its Medieval walls lies a picturesque retreat which seamlessly blends ancient architecture and history with modern design and contemporary cuisine, cooked to the highest standards. See more

9
Superb
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Eastnor Castle

Ledbury, Herefordshire, England

Sleeps 23 guests in 12 rooms. Price on application.

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Eastnor Castle is situated in the spectacular Malvern Hills; its 5000 acre estate includes four small lakes, rolling hills and woodland parks, all of which combine to provide the perfect fairytale setting. The castle has recently undergone a triumphant renaissance, and many of the castle treasures are now displayed for the first time in richly decorated Italianate and Gothic splendour. See more

9.2
Superb
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Carlton Towers

North Yorkshire, England

Sleeps 31 guests in 16 rooms. From £5,000 per night (includes breakfast, dinner quoted separately).

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Carlton Towers is the family home of Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard, a Victorian Gothic-style country house with opulent, luxury interiors, nestled within 250 acres of magnificent scenery. Stays can be tailored to suit your requirements; your celebration, your wedding, your menus – whatever your reason for visiting – planned meticulously to ensure your thorough enjoyment. See more

9.4
Outstanding
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