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Venue Type
Country House
City
Watford
Region
South East
Standing
500
theatre
500
dinner
400
bedrooms
214
About
The Grove
Located within 300 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, The Grove is one of the UK's most prestigious luxury hotels and event destinations, situated just outside Watford and less than 30 minutes from Central London. Once the home of the Earls of Clarendon, the beautifully restored estate combines elegant Georgian architecture with contemporary event facilities, creating an exceptional setting for conferences, gala dinners, exhibitions, product launches and exclusive corporate retreats.
The venue offers an impressive collection of flexible meeting rooms, grand event suites and outdoor spaces, all complemented by five-star accommodation, championship golf, award-winning dining and a luxury spa. Whether hosting an executive board meeting or a large-scale conference, The Grove delivers an outstanding experience within a tranquil countryside setting.
Its combination of luxury hospitality, versatile event spaces and outstanding accessibility makes The Grove one of the premier conference and event venues in the South East.
Event Spaces
Amber Suite
The Grove's flagship event space accommodating up to 700 guests standing, 450 theatre or 420 for dinner, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the gardens and direct outdoor access.
Cedar Suite
A contemporary event space ideal for conferences, presentations and receptions, offering flexible layouts for medium-sized corporate events.
Mansion Rooms
A collection of elegant heritage rooms within the original mansion house, perfect for board meetings, private dining, VIP receptions and executive gatherings.
Potting Shed
A unique rustic-inspired venue overlooking the Walled Garden, ideal for team building, networking events and informal corporate celebrations.
Small Meeting Rooms
A range of dedicated meeting rooms with natural daylight, perfect for workshops, interviews, training sessions and breakout meetings.
Facilities and Services
High-speed Wi-Fi, integrated AV technology, presentation screens, hybrid meeting capabilities, dedicated event management, award-winning catering, luxury accommodation, championship golf course, spa facilities, complimentary parking, outdoor event spaces and team building activities.
Ideal For
Conferences
Awards Dinners
Corporate Retreats
Product Launches
Exhibitions
Team Building
Board Meetings
Networking Events
Summer Parties
Executive Away Days
Key Features
Five-Star Country Estate
300 Acres of Parkland
Luxury Hotel Accommodation
Championship Golf Course
Award-Winning Spa
Amber Suite for 700 Guests
Multiple Flexible Event Spaces
Outdoor Event Facilities
Exclusive Hire Available
Just Outside London
Five-Star Country Estate
300 Acres of Parkland
Luxury Hotel Accommodation
Championship Golf Course
Award-Winning Spa
Amber Suite for 700 Guests
Multiple Flexible Event Spaces
Outdoor Event Facilities
Exclusive Hire Available
Just Outside London
Why Hire
The Grove combines five-star luxury with exceptional conference and event facilities in a stunning countryside setting just minutes from London. Its versatile event spaces, luxury accommodation and extensive leisure facilities make it an outstanding choice for conferences, corporate retreats, gala dinners and large-scale business events.
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Location and Access
Located at Chandler's Cross, Watford WD3 4TG, The Grove enjoys a peaceful Hertfordshire setting just outside Watford and approximately 18 miles from Central London. The venue is easily accessed via the M25 and M1, while Watford Junction Station provides fast rail connections into London Euston in around 20 minutes, making it highly convenient for delegates travelling from across the UK.
London Heathrow Airport | 20 miles
Watford Junction Station | 3 miles
Rickmansworth Station | 3 miles
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
28
meeting rooms
25
bedrooms
214
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