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About us
Hatfield House is located just 21 miles north of London in the heart of the Hertfordshire countryside. Once home to Queen Elizabeth I, the estate now offers a selection of unique and unusual venues which can cater for a wide variety of events. From dinners to receptions, meetings to weddings, you can be assured of a truly unforgettable event. The Riding School can accommodate meetings & events for up to 200 people, and features exhibition space, free wi-fi, syndicate rooms, private bar and mezzanine area. The Old Palace, once home to Queen Elizabeth I, is a stunning banqueting hall, steeped in history. Available for private or corporate dinners and parties, the Old Palace caters for 80-250 guests. A hugely romantic venue for weddings.
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Amenities
- Furniture
- Internet access
- Lighting
- Other decor
- Table linens
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dance floor
- Staging area
- Alcohol allowed
- Onsite catering
- Furniture
- Internet access
- Lighting
- Other decor
- Table linens
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dance floor
- Staging area
- Alcohol allowed
- Onsite catering
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Venue Costs
General pricing structure for Hatfield House in Hatfield
- Venue Costs
- Food & Beverage Price Per PersonGBP 40 - GBP 280Delegate packages
- Room Rental FeeGBP 40 - GBP 280Old Palace & Riding School
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The Old Palace | | 4,876.1 sq. ft. 32.8 x 141.1 sq. ft. | 300 | 50 | 250 | 300 | 100 | 40 |
The Riding School | 4,251.7 sq. ft. 39.4 x 101.7 sq. ft. | 200 | 40 | 120 | 200 | 70 | 40 |
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Event Insurance
Event insurance is mandatory.
Facility Restrictions
Lawn House is an exclusive use house (self catering) which has 11 bedrooms but sleeps up to 23. Minimum stay is 2 nights.
Cancellation Policy
a) A confirmed booking shall only be deemed to be cancelled when the Company receives written notification of the cancellation. b) Where a customer cancels the provision of the Services, in addition to the loss of the deposit, the Customer shall pay to the Company the following charges:- (i) Over 18 weeks notice of cancellation – No cancellation charge (ii) Between 18 and 12 weeks notice of cancellation – 10% of full charge (iii) Between 12 and 8 weeks notice of cancellation – 25% of full charge. (iv) Between 8 and 2 weeks notice of cancellation – 50% full charge. (v) Less than 2 weeks notice of cancellation - 100% of full charge c) Any costs incurred by the Company on behalf of the Customer in procuring facilities, services or equipment additional to those included in the menu package price will be payable in full by the Customer irrespective of the period of notice of cancellation.
Additional details
Catering Being part of Restaurant Associates, you can be assured that all food and beverage is to the highest standard using where possible, seasonal and local produce.
Hatfield House Frequently Asked Questions
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Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
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What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
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Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
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