Eastwell manor, boughton lees, ashford, kent 0843 561 2012. Book your stay at eastwell manor, a champneys spa hotel situated within beautiful landscaped gardens in kent. Eastwell, a parish in kent, 3 miles w by n of wye station on the s. But 25 minutes in a different direction and you are at the ashford international eurostar. However i can confirm that due to the fast connecting and frequent trains from london, eastwell manor is a perfect day trip consideration. Primary medieval documents or transcriptions of such documents this section is far from complete and the secondary. It lies in a very healthy country, on a clean firm soil, at the side of the ashford vale, at the foot of the range of down hills.
The hotel takes full advantage of its gloriously bucolic setting, and their kent location, fondly referred to as the garden of england, proves theres nothing. The church is a ruin except for the fifteenth century tower and the nineteenth century sw chapel which used to contain the monument to the countess of winchilsea sic shown above in the slide show, which has been rehoused in the victoria and albert museum. History of eastwell manor as a beacon of classic gentility in the garden of england, were perfectly positioned in the heart of kent and ideal for those looking for a change of pace from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Perfectly positioned in the heart of kent, far enough away from the hustle and bustle of london life yet close enough to escape the city in under an hour, eastwell manor is the latest project by champneys, the uks original health spa. It is written in antient records, estwelles, and estwelle, and sometimes only welles. The original eastwell manor, built in neoelizabethan style in the 18th century, was the home of prince alfred from 18741893, during which time his mother, queen victoria, was a regular visitor. Take your pick of eastwell manors two beautiful lounges or, if you prefer, opt for the less formal setting of the grand drawing room or garden terrace. The manor belonged anciently to a family of its own name, but passed to successively the families of hales, moyle, finch, heneage, and hatton. Your stay begins in the magnificent panelled reception hall which leads through to the luxurious drawing room, bar and elegant dining room all overlooking the beautifully manicured lawns and gardens set in the garden of england. Eastwell manor eastwell court, ashford, kent, tn25 4hr. This 4 red star hotel is set in 62 acres of landscaped gardens in the heart of rural kent the garden of england. My mum had booked our first ever spa break for my birthday at eastwell manor. Exuding early renaissance history in the heart of the kent. Upon arrival, check in was quick and we was shown to our room very nice touch as the guy who showed us knew all about the room, history etc room was massive and clean and i must say we were impressed.
The hotel is easily accessible from the m20, with great links to canterbury, dover and london. Eastwell manor country house hotel in ashford, ashford. A picturesque and challenging golf course set in the grounds of eastwell manor. Our stunning grounds and location have far reaching views of the north downs. It is advisable to book in advance as this is a very busy salon. Since 1926, it has been hosting guests in the center of ashford. It is situated on gently sloping ground at the north side of eastwell lake in eastwell park. Eastwell manor golf course in boughton lees, ashford. The church has been partly demolished and is now largely roofless. Robin britchers book, kennington at war 19391945, is on sale at bellas. Eastwell manor, uk its amazing wot my house woood look like outside.
Looking at the map, it appears as if champneys eastwell manor is a bit of a drive from london. Though steeped in history, the ivyclad manor which has stood here. History of the villages boughton aluph parish council. Few dining experiences compare to eastwell manor, a breathtaking luxury hotel nestled within the rolling countryside of kent, where afternoon tea is as gorgeous as the surroundings. The former house was demolished in the 1920s to make way for the building that stands today, which serves as the hotel. Eastwell manor is an excellent accommodation choice in ashford. Eastwell manor is an excellent choice for travellers visiting boughton lees, offering a luxury environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. The majority of the 75 guests stayed over and certainly let. Eastwell park, where eastwell manor is situated in the parish of eastwell, used to be home to a large stately home that used to serve as a royal residence. Nestled in lush green landscape in the garden of england. Here, you can expect everything you already love about champneys. Mr purdew, who owns champneys with his mum dorothy and runs the business with his wife isabelle, said they have had.
The original country house at eastwell was built for sir thomas moyle between 1540 and 1550. It is the fastest way to snap up appointments and access the latest offers, round the clock. Book your stay at eastwell manor today as part of a spa break or to explore kent. Marie, queen of rumania, the story of my life, part 2, the saturday evening. The current building of eastwell manor was built between 1793 and 1799 for the 9th earl of winchilsea, george finchhatton, in the elizabethan style. If youre searching for your dream wedding venue in kent, look no further than the striking, countryside location, eastwell manor. The original country house of the at eastwell was built between 1540 and 1550 for sir thomas moyle, and interestingly enough a man named richard plantagenet, who was one of the bricklayers. Eastwell mews luxury self catering kent elite cottages. Eastwell church, eastwell 1005121 historic england. If you didnt know, our story is one of more than 450 years. The walls of the west end survive intact to roof height but elsewhere the footings are up to 1. The rebuilding was done with such taste and attention to historic detail, that the house feels as though it has remained untouched for hundreds of years.
The eastwell manor is just two miles from wye train station and five miles from ashford international. The venue comprises 62 luxury rooms spread across 4 floors. Built for sir thomas moyle, 1540 eastwell manor hotel. Eastwell was next occupied in 1874 by prince alfred, duke of edinburgh, the second son and fourth child of queen victoria. History of eastwell, in ashford and kent map and description. As your home away from home, the hotel rooms offer a flat screen tv, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Eastwell manor featuring a free carpark, lift and a beauty salon, eastwell manor hotel is located in ashford. The manor goes back to at least the norman conquest, and is mentioned in the domesday book. Additional amenities include dry cleaning, wedding services and room services. Prices are calculated as of 16032020 based on a checkin date of 29032020. Eastwell manor ashford kent england we loved staying here. The venue consists of 4 storeys with 62 classic rooms.
Please book at the pavilion reception for a tee off time. Ideally situated just 5 miles from ashford international station, eastwell manor is a great choice for. Welcome to eastwell manor, where classic elegance and impressive grandeur combine. Our country house good looks are matched by our unique old world charm. One of the men employed on the estate was the bricklayer richard plantagenet, who claimed to be an illegitimate son of richard iii. Treat yourself to a tensionmelting massage, glowinducing facial, brow tidy or wax before your next big event and enjoy exclusive savings at the touch of a button. Eastwell park is a large area of parkland and a country estate in the civil parish of eastwell, adjoining ashford. The surname eastwell was first found in kent at eastwell, a small hamlet and civil parish in the borough of ashford that dates back to the domesday book of 1086 when it was listed as estwelle. Eastwell st mary was taken on by the friends in 1980. Situated in the breathtaking english countryside, our romantic hotel in kent offers unrivalled views and a list of incredible spa treatments to match.
Eastwell manor is owned by the parrett family and is an aa 4 red star country house hotel and spa. The duke of edinburgh, has a modern mansion by bononi, on the site of one built by sir thomas moyle in the time of henry viii. Nestled in the heart of the lush kent downs, eastwell manor truly is in one of the most relaxing locations. Eastwell manor eastwell manor hotel, situated less than 9 km from the parish church of st marys chilham, offers a seasonal outdoor pool, tennis courts and a golf course. Nestled within lush green landscape and located 5 miles from ashford international station. Eastwell manor near canterbury in kent is a luxury country hotel with a. History of st marys church in eastwell, ashford, including links to king richard iii. Tr 04 nw eastwell 514 eastwell manor and courtyard gateways 27. Stayed at eastwell manor for two nights to have our wedding hosted at this fine establishment. Heritage list entry summary for eastwell manor and courtyard gateways. Eastwell park, the seat of the gerard family, formerly a residence of h. Eastwell manors secret it was only after returning home and reading through the history of eastwell manor do ask for a copy at reception that we discovered the hotels amazing secret.
Eastwell manor eastwell manor, a champneys spa hotel situated within beautiful landscaped gardens in kent, located 5 miles from ashford international station. The hotel is just 10 minutes from the m20 with direct access by road to the m25 and to london. Our champneys booking app has had a brandnew redesign and you can now book treatments at eastwell manor. Hasted, edward, 1798 2edn, the history and topographical survey of the county of kent vol. Eastwell manor, boughton lees, ashford, kent 0843 561. Eastwell park, where eastwell manor is situated in the parish of eastwell, used to be home to a large stately home that used to serve as. From the moment we arrived we were well looked after. Known as the garden of england, the county of kent is home to eastwell manor, a champneys spa hotel. An easy option if you dont want to book ahead is the manor bar and lounge. The hotel sits amongst 62 acres of private land, whilst the rural location feels a million worlds away from the hustle and bustle of city.
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