Hospitality news
Film Locations
Most recently we have been involved in the filming of a new series staring David Jason. For several weeks the crew and actors were around the estate. Previously we have hosted a number of units including filming "Bulla - the Movie" and hosting the unit locations for the popular BBC spy series "Spooks" and the new prodution of Jane Austin's "Emma" last summer, "Cosi" starring Richard E Grant and Sarah Brightman, an episode of the ITV series "Lewis" and for "Any Human Heart" with Jim Broadbent and Kim Cattrall.
Posted 16/9/2011
Shakespeare on the Estate
What a wonderful evenings we all had being entertained by Oddsocks Productions! In 2010 it was "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and in 2011 it was "Macbeth". We hope they will return with their quirky version of "Julius Caesar" in 2012. If you would like to be put on our mailing list please contact the Estate Office: 01442 252421 or estateoffice@gaddesdenestate.co.uk
Posted 16/9/2011
National Field Archery Championships
September saw the NFAS Championships being held in the woods of the Estate. About 500 people were based in Home Front Park to participate in this family sport, which was attended by competitors of all ages from around the country.
Posted 3/2/2011
Staithe Barn refurbished
Staithe Barn has had an exciting facelift! Gone are the blue boatstore doors, replaced by Western Red Cedar. The balcony surface is now cedar and the railings have been renewed with wood and stainless steel. The hallway and staircase and all the bedrooms have been redecorated.
Posted 24/11/2009
The Orchard Barn
"The Orchard Barn" has been fully redecorated externally and a mulitfuel stove installed to keep it warm and snug during the winter months.
"The Orchard Barn" was the venue for the sucessful launch of Hertfordshire Constabulary's new project for Rural Special Constables.
Posted 9/11/2009
Scouts' Capital Appeal launch
In July we were very pleased to host the launch of the Hertfordshire Scouts Capital Appeal in the presnce of the Lord Lieutenant and High Sheriff of Hertfordshire and many guests from a range of sectors in the community.
Posted 17/8/2009
Caravan Rallies
The Gaddesden Estate is an ideal location for caravan rallies. We recently welcomed the Hertfordshire Centre of the Caravan Club to Home Front Park.
In excess of 40 caravans enjoyed a sunny week-end in the Chiltern Hills, including a very successful social evening at the Home Fram.
Posted 3/7/2009