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Hand Picked Hotels Chilston Park Hotel is an elegant 17th Century, Grade 1 listed country house hotel in Kent, part of Hand Picked Hotels. Hand Picked Hotels was formed in 2001.
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Our vision was to create a collection of individual hotels, not a chain, where guests could enjoy the unique architectural features and interiors of these historic properties whilst experiencing a superb level of comfort and service. Hand Picked Hotels is a collection of very individual country house hotels located throughout the UK and the Channel Islands. We have significantly invested in the hotels, not only to restore their beautiful architectural features and historical quirks but also as appropriate to introduce a more contemporary design. Whether joining us for a leisure stay, wedding, meeting or spa treatment, our team will provide a warm welcome and the properties will leave you feeling inspired. We look forward to welcoming you to Hand Picked Hotels.

Every house has its Christmas traditions, and ours begin long before you arrive, as wreaths are made, festive dishes pre...
19/10/2026

Every house has its Christmas traditions, and ours begin long before you arrive, as wreaths are made, festive dishes prepared, trees dressed and Ch*****ne chilled for Christmas Eve.

For Christmas Stays from 24th - 27th December, each house follows its own traditions. One hotel may welcome carol singers before Ch*****ne and canapés, while another may offer wh**ky tastings beside a roaring fire, Christmas film nights or live entertainment.

Every Festive Escape outside of the three Christmas Days includes mulled w**e on arrival, breakfast each morning, resort credit to enjoy during your visit and a room upgrade.

Discover the distinct Festive traditions throughout our collection at the link in bio.

Visit our website to learn more about Christmas at Hand Picked Hotels. https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/christmas

Some of the best conversations happen away from the office.Perhaps it is the change of scenery, a morning spent exchangi...
19/10/2026

Some of the best conversations happen away from the office.

Perhaps it is the change of scenery, a morning spent exchanging ideas around the table, or the chance to continue a conversation over lunch before heading out into the gardens.

Across our collection of 21 hotels in the UK and Channel Islands, meetings and events take on a character of their own. From country houses with elegant, historic interiors to island retreats surrounded by beautiful scenery, each offers somewhere a little different to bring people together.

Our Inspired Meetings & Events packages cater for everything from intimate meetings of up to seven delegates to larger conferences, residential gatherings and exclusive-use events, where the entire hotel and its grounds become yours for the occasion.

Explore our collection of meeting and event venues and speak with our team about your next gathering.

https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/meetingvenues

There is something rather special about seeing a country house become part of a couple's love story.The excitement of th...
13/10/2026

There is something rather special about seeing a country house become part of a couple's love story.

The excitement of the morning, those first few steps down the aisle, photographs taken in the gardens and celebrations that carry on long into the evening. Every wedding brings new memories to our houses, and it is a privilege to be part of them.

From the historic surroundings of Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa in Northamptonshire to the romantic gardens of Chilston Park Hotel in Kent and the Palladian elegance of Buxted Park Hotel in East Sussex, each offers its own beautiful setting in which to begin married life.

If you are planning your own celebration, we would love to welcome you to our upcoming Wedding Showcase at Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa on Sunday 18th October, from 11am to 2pm. Explore the house and gardens, meet our dedicated wedding team and discover how your own special day could take shape.

We also have a lovely collection of wedding showcases taking place across our other hotels in the coming months. Discover upcoming dates and find your perfect setting at www.handpickedhotels.co.uk.

Photography credits

Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa |

Chilston Park Hotel |

Buxted Park Hotel |

Our Channel Island hotels take you to three islands, each with its own character.Stay by St Brelade’s Bay or close to St...
07/10/2026

Our Channel Island hotels take you to three islands, each with its own character.

Stay by St Brelade’s Bay or close to St Helier in Jersey, spend time in Guernsey, or watch the water from Braye Beach in Alderney. Choose the setting that makes you want to stay a little longer.

Explore our island hotels: https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/ourhotels

The room you choose sets the tone for the people who gather in it.That is the pleasure of choosing a Hand Picked Hotel f...
05/10/2026

The room you choose sets the tone for the people who gather in it.

That is the pleasure of choosing a Hand Picked Hotel for a wedding or celebration. The setting has its own character, and the day can be shaped around the people you want beside you.

Explore our wedding venues and enquire: https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/Weddings

Allow us to help craft the perfect atmosphere for your private dining experience. Dine beneath the ornate details of the...
02/10/2026

Allow us to help craft the perfect atmosphere for your private dining experience.

Dine beneath the ornate details of the Alhambra Room at Rhinefield House, gather around the table in the Library at Chilston Park, or retreat below stairs to the Cellar at Stanbrook Abbey.

From grand country houses to coastal escapes, each of our hotels offers private dining spaces with a story of their own. Find the perfect setting for your next occasion by exploring our collection.

Explore our hotels via our website. https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/ourhotels

A walk through the grounds or the coastline is often the loveliest way to get to know a Hand Picked Hotel.Every setting ...
28/09/2026

A walk through the grounds or the coastline is often the loveliest way to get to know a Hand Picked Hotel.

Every setting has its own reason to head outdoors. Our teams can help you find a route and, if you need them, a pair of wellies to borrow.

Explore our hotels: https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/ourhotels

A stay at Hand Picked Hotels is about more than the house or coastline that surrounds you.Discover more of each destinat...
25/09/2026

A stay at Hand Picked Hotels is about more than the house or coastline that surrounds you.

Discover more of each destination through thoughtfully curated experiences, from vineyard tours and heritage visits to spa escapes, golf and exceptional dining.

Each one offers a new way to make your stay even more memorable.

Discover local experiences by visiting our website. https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/experiences

Autumn flavours take centre stage as our hotels embrace the season’s changing produce. From warming spices and cinnamon ...
21/09/2026

Autumn flavours take centre stage as our hotels embrace the season’s changing produce. From warming spices and cinnamon to earthy root vegetables and rich, comforting sauces, each dish captures the flavours of the season.

Visit our website to learn more about Amber Hours: Autumn at Hand Picked Hotels. https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/autumn

100 days until Christmas.Over the next 100 days, we will be bringing together all the details that make Christmas feel l...
16/09/2026

100 days until Christmas.

Over the next 100 days, we will be bringing together all the details that make Christmas feel like Christmas. Trees will be dressed, menus meticulously prepared, fires lit and familiar traditions readied for another year.

Because the moments we remember are often the ones we return to. The same place around the table. A tradition passed from one generation to the next. Familiar faces welcomed back through our doors.

In 100 days, it will all be ready.

We look forward to welcoming you back for another year of Hand Picked Christmas traditions, and perhaps the beginning of a few new ones.

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Boughton Road
Maidstone
ME172BE

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+441642706600

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