Hand Picked Hotels

Hand Picked Hotels Hand Picked Hotels is a hotel collection in Britain & Channel Islands where you can escape to luxury 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 ho

tels, 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.

As 2026 unfolds, we invite you to welcome the year with intention and experience the quiet joy in taking a moment for yo...
01/01/2026

As 2026 unfolds, we invite you to welcome the year with intention and experience the quiet joy in taking a moment for yourself. Whether in the calm of our spas, the gentle rhythm of a swim, or an invigorating session in our gyms, our health clubs invite a sense of balance and renewal.

Planning your dream wedding for 2026 and beyond?  Let your forever begin with us. From romantic countryside views to unf...
29/12/2025

Planning your dream wedding for 2026 and beyond? Let your forever begin with us.

From romantic countryside views to unforgettable historic houses and coastal retreats, our hotels are the perfect backdrop for your big day.
Meet our expert wedding team, explore the venue, and start turning your vision into reality with our 2026 Wedding Showcases.
Private appointments available across UK and Channel Islands too. Link in the bio for weddings.

January Wedding showcases
Buxted Park Hotel | 11th & 24th January
Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa | 18th January
Chilston Park Hotel | 25th January
Crathorne Hall Hotel | 11th January
Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa | 25th January
Norton House Hotel & Spa | 31st January
Rhinefield House Hotel | 10th January
Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa | 11th January
Wood Hall Hotel & Spa | 11th January
Woodlands Park Hotel | 11th January

You can't beat a crisp countryside walk to blow away the cobwebs
26/12/2025

You can't beat a crisp countryside walk to blow away the cobwebs

It would be rude not to...
24/12/2025

It would be rude not to...

23/12/2025

Two more sleeps…

Cloud-soft beds, warm lighting, and a little festive magic, your perfect place to unwind this season.
19/12/2025

Cloud-soft beds, warm lighting, and a little festive magic, your perfect place to unwind this season.

12/12/2025

Champagne Bollinger La Grande Année 2012 is opulent and powerful. With Pinot Noir reaching new heights of potential thanks to a sunny harvest year and its vinification in oak casks.
 
Discover more with our Champagne Bollinger packages, exclusive to Hand Picked Hotels.



The festive season has officially arrived. Join us for magical moments across the UK and channel islands; from indulgent...
08/12/2025

The festive season has officially arrived. Join us for magical moments across the UK and channel islands; from indulgent Festive Afternoon Tea and hands-on wreath making workshops to seasonal dining experiences and blissful spa escapes.
Celebrate, unwind, and make memories with us this season.

https://www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/christmas-breaks

The decorations are up and fires are roaring. We're ready to welcome you this festive season to eat drink and be merry.
03/12/2025

The decorations are up and fires are roaring. We're ready to welcome you this festive season to eat drink and be merry.

Christmas is coming, and Rhinefield House Hotel has blossomed into an enchanted forest. Bringing the outside in, with pi...
26/11/2025

Christmas is coming, and Rhinefield House Hotel has blossomed into an enchanted forest. Bringing the outside in, with pine cones, fresh greenery, and all the magic of the woodland brought to life for the festive season.

We are pleased to share that all 21 Hand Picked Hotels have now achieved a accreditation, recognising our commitment to ...
20/11/2025

We are pleased to share that all 21 Hand Picked Hotels have now achieved a
accreditation, recognising our commitment to more responsible and sustainable hospitality. Green Tourism is the world-leading sustainability accreditation partner, assessing businesses against rigorous criteria across the pillars of People, Place and Planet. Six of our UK hotels have achieved Gold status, with a further 14 achieving Silver and one achieving Bronze.

Our efforts so far have focused on reducing energy use and waste, supporting biodiversity and sourcing responsibly from local and ethical partners, helping colleagues and guests make lower-impact choices every day. Thank you to all our teams across the group whose hard work and dedication made this accreditation possible.

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The Old Library, The Drive
Sevenoaks
TN133AB

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Hand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner, Chairman and CEO, Julia Hands MBE. Julia’s love of historical buildings, the English countryside, local food, and good wine inspired her dream to own a collection of hotels that would celebrate these passions, and invite others to share in them. It was important to Julia from the outset that guests could feel at home at Hand Picked, whether it was for a romantic escape, a corporate retreat, a magical wedding celebration or a chance to simply enjoy some rest and relaxation.

Hand selecting unique properties from Scotland to The Channel Islands, and overseeing the re-development and interior design of each one, Julia has created a group that comprises 19 distinctive hotels, each offering an abundance of character and charm in locations inviting plenty to see, do and explore. Whilst each hotel within the family-owned hotel group is individual, consistency of service runs central to the brand’s DNA, so guests can expect a personalised service delivered with genuine warmth and a welcoming smile to exude the Hand Picked values of family, community, initiative and individuality.