Ashdown Park

Ashdown Park frequently asked questions

Who owns Ashdown Park?

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club is owned by Elite Hotels. In 1993, Elite Hotels purchased the property from Barclays Bank PLC and transformed it into a luxury hotel. The hotel opened in October 1993.

How do you get to Ashdown Park?

Ashdown Park is easily accessible by road. It's 50 miles from central London. If you're driving, exit the M25 at Junction 6 and join the A22 at East Grinstead and follow it towards Ashdown Forest and Eastbourne, passing through Forest Row. Continue on the A22 for approximately two miles until you reach traffic light controlled crossroads, Wych Cross, here turn left to Hartfield. Ashdown Park Hotel is situated 3/4 mile on the right-hand side.

Alternatively, exit the M25 at Junction 7 to join the M23. 200 car parking spaces onsite, all available on a complimentary basis for visitors of the hotel. EV charging points are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you require a blue badge space, please contact their concierge team.

East Grinstead Rail Station is seven miles (12 minutes) away, Gatwick Station is 16 miles away, with access to Victoria, London on the Gatwick Express in 30 minutes. The Channel Tunnel is 79 miles (60 minutes) away. Gatwick Airport is 20 minutes away, Heathrow via M23/M25/M4 is an hour away, as is London City Airport.

What is included in a spa day at Ashdown Park?

What is included in a spa day at Ashdown Park depends on the experience that you book. Facilities include a pool and a gym, as well as tennis courts, croquet lawn, putting green and jogging trails across the rest of the grounds. There are six treatment rooms where therapists use Kerstin Florian products in a range of face and body treatments.

What is near Ashdown Park?

The hotel is located in East Sussex, surrounded by 186 acres with the Ardencote Forest beyond. Nearby attractions include:

• Knockhatch Adventure Park
• Knockhatch Ski School
• 100 aker wood (also known as the Ashdown Forest), home to Winnie the Pooh and friends
• British Wildlife Centre
• National Trust - Sheffield Park
• Hever Castle
• Tulleys Farm
• Bluebell Vineyard
• Bluebell Railway

When was Ashdown Park built?

Ashdown Park is a historic property, originally built in 1867, although the estate has a history dating back to 1693. Elite Hotels purchased the property from Barclays Bank PLC and transformed it into a luxury hotel. The hotel opened in October 1993.

What amenities does Ashdown Park have?

A four-star hotel with 106 rooms and suites, Ashdown Park is set in 186 acres of land including the hotel’s own 18-hole golf course. The main restaurant is the award-winning Anderida Restaurant, a formal space where all meals are served. There are also Drawing Rooms with roaring fires. A recent addition is the Forest Brasserie, located in the delightful Country Club and overlooking the golf course.

Facilities include a pool and a gym, as well as tennis courts, croquet lawn, putting green and jogging trails across the rest of the grounds. There are six treatment rooms where therapists use Kerstin Florian products in a range of face and body treatments.

Accessible facilities include:

• Several ground-floor bedrooms, some with accessible features
• The Lounge, Bar, and Anderida Restaurant are fully accessible
• Function suites are fully accessible, with the exception of the Henry Smart, which requires vehicle access for accessibility
• Access to the hotel via portable ramps or lift access
• Accessible toilets
• Accessible rooms – rooms with ground floor access, wet rooms, assistance alert cords, specially allocated rooms for guests with dogs.
• Wheelchairs for guest use
• Defguard – vibrating fire alarm and alarm clock
• Induction loop on all reception desks
• Portable induction loop
• Guests with assistance dogs are very welcome, although animals are not permitted around the swimming pool due to health and safety protocols

What are the food and drink options at Ashdown Park?

The main restaurant is the award-winning Anderida Restaurant, a formal space where all meals are served. There are also Drawing Rooms with roaring fires. A recent addition is the Forest Brasserie, located in the delightful Country Club and overlooking the golf course.

How many treatment rooms are there at Ashdown Park?

There are six treatment rooms where therapists use Kerstin Florian products in a range of face and body treatments.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at Ashdown Park is at 4pm and check-out is 11am. Spa opening times are Sunday to Wednesday from 9am to 6pm and Thursday to Saturday from 9am to 8pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.