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Shepherd Hut Hire
SHEPHERD HUT HIRE
Open May to September, Sunday to Thursday | 10am – 4.30pm
Treat yourself to a memorable experience with exclusive hire of one our Shepherd Huts nestled in peaceful and secluded spots overlooking the parkland.
Take the hassle out of your day by pre ordering a picnic hamper which will be delivered on arrival – please email visit@grimsthorpe.co.uk to order a hamper which can be paid for in advance or on arrival.
Shepherd Huts must be booked in advance, online. If you have any queries or would like to book a date which is not showing, please email or call: visit@grimsthorpe.co.uk 01778 591205
Please note that the Huts are located in the parkland and cannot be accessed by a vehicle. Please see below for the walking distance. Unsuitable for those with physical limitations or disabilities due to the remote location.
The closest toilets are next to the Castle or Ticket Hut. All Shepherd Huts are dog friendly. Oaks and Bishopshall are not enclosed and dogs must be kept on leads at all times. Foal Field has an enclosed garden.
THE OAKS HUT
Up to 4 people
Situated on the edge of The Oaks wood, this hut is just a 20 minute walk from the Ticket Hut.
The Oaks package includes
- Entry to the Park & Gardens for 4 people
- Room inside for up to 4 people
- Extra guests can pay Park & Garden admission on arrival but the Hut only provides seating and tea and coffee making facilities for up to 4 people.
- All day hire of the hut (10am-4.30pm)
- BBQ & charcoal
- Table & chairs
- Cushions & blankets
- Board games
- Log burner
- Logs and fire lighting equipment
- Stove kettle, mugs, tea and coffee
- Water and milk
FOAL FIELD HUT
Up to 4 people
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Situated a 3 to 5 minute walk from the Ticket Hut, within an enclosed field. A great base for the day for you and your dogs!
Foal Field package includes
- Entry to the Park & Gardens for 4 people
- Room inside for up to 4 people
- Extra guests can pay Park & Garden admission on arrival but the Hut only provides seating and tea and coffee making facilities for up to 4 people
- Enclosed garden
- All day hire of the hut (10am-4.30pm)
- BBQ & charcoal
- Table & chairs
- Cushions & blankets
- Board games
- Log burner
- Logs and fire lighting equipment
- Stove kettle, mugs, tea and coffee
- Water and milk
BISHOPSHALL HUT
Up to 4 people
Situated across the lake at the edge of woodland, this hut is approx. 30-40 minute walk from the Ticket Hut.
Bishopshall package includes
- Entry to the Park & Gardens for 4 people
- Room inside for up to 4 people
- Extra guests can pay Park & Garden admission on arrival but the Hut only provides seating and tea and coffee making facilities for up to 4 people
- All day hire of the hut (10am-4.30pm)
- BBQ & charcoal
- Table & chairs
- Cushions & blankets
- Board games
- Log burner
- Logs and fire lighting equipment
- Stove kettle, mugs, tea and coffee
- Water and milk
PICNIC HAMPER
Take the stress out of your day by pre ordering a picnic hamper, which will be waiting for you on arrival. Please note that hampers need to be ordered 48 hours in advance.
Please choose from the options below and pop a note with your booking, or send an email to visit@grimsthorpe.co.uk
Classic Picnic
£37 for two people
£74 for four people
£111 for six people
- Finger sandwiches served on Bloomsbury freshly baked bread including egg mayonnaise, peppered tuna mayonnaise & cucumber, and brie & cranberry.
- Slice of pork pie, Pipers crisps and venison sausage rolls.
- Mixed salad box, potato salad and coleslaw.
- Selection of homemade cake.
Afternoon Tea Picnic
£32 for two people
£64 for four people
£96 for six people
- Finger sandwiches served on Bloomsbury freshly baked bread including ham salad, peppered tuna mayonnaise & cucumber, and brie & cranberry.
- Selection of homemade cake.
- Homemade fruit or plain scone served with Rodda’s clotted cream and strawberry jam.
Reusable plate, napkins, cutlery and a Grimsthorpe tea towel are included in your hamper. Please leave all reusable items inside the hamper to be washed.
If you have a food allergy please notify us when booking your hamper.
Details
The price is £60 and includes rent of the Shepherd Hut plus up to 4 adult entry into the Park & Gardens. Huts can accommodate up to 4 people inside. Any add ons after this will need paying for on arrival.
On arrival please park in the car park and walk towards the Ticket Hut. Show your tickets to the member of staff, who will give you a map, key and directions to your hut.
The Shepherd Huts do not have enclosed gardens so although dogs are welcome, we ask that you please keep them on a lead.
The huts are lockable and Grimsthorpe Castle takes no responsibility for your belongings.
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