The Grange Hampshire - Alresford

Penelopa S.

Absolute perfection-- we LOVED our stay in the charming Clock Tower. Gorgeous and easy location, excellent amenities (great window treatments for letting in the sun or closing for privacy, very comfortable beds, crisp linens, full fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, well-stocked kitchen, multiple bathrooms with giant tub or rainfall shower), and everything you need for a short or long visit. There is so much to do in the area, and coming back to the apartment at night under the stars was magical. Tara and her team were so proactive and welcoming: definitely 10/10. They even provided welcome treats and local recommendations for children. It was the best stay of our whole trip. Thank you for a wonderful time-- the kids are asking to come back for a longer stay as soon as possible!

Georgie B.

We could not speak more highly of The Grange as a venue. The team support you right from square one becoming advisors, supporters, cheerleaders, rational but creative thinkers and friends. They have excellent supplier recommendations from caterers (Becka Cooper is a-class), florists (Wildbunch are so wonderful) and tech leads (Peachy Productions know the building like the back of their hand), to name a few. The nearby Abbotstone Farmhouse and Clock Tower make for superb guest accommodation where every commodity and need is thought of. We honestly can not fault any of it and as an events lead for almost a decade, the experience of planning our wedding there was just top tier. We adore them all and recommend it to everyone planning a wedding, party, away day, celebration and more!

Emma S.

I recently organised a surprise 30th birthday weekend for my boyfriend at Abbotstone Farm House, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The team at The Grange were incredibly helpful, going above and beyond to ensure everything remained a surprise. Communicating with Tara was a pleasure—she was always efficient and responsive, and no question or request felt too big or small. The thoughtful welcome hamper was such a lovely touch and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived.

The stay itself was amazing. Abbotstone Farm House is warm, charming, and beautifully homely, with plenty of space to relax, play games, and enjoy meals together. We were fortunate to catch some late summer sun, which meant we could make full use of the tennis court, private pool, and the estate’s extensive grounds. The evenings were cool enough to light the fires, which added an extra element of cosiness to our stay.

There are a number of great activities available around the estate to choose from, but in the end, our group opted for the cider-making and tasting workshop. Fred and Patrick expertly guided us through the whole process, from picking apples and pressing them for juice to explaining how cider is made and letting us sample some of their own creations. They were both knowledgeable and incredibly friendly, making the experience a highlight of the weekend. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it.

I can confidently say, on behalf of all our friends, that we highly recommend staying at Abbotstone Farm House. Whether you’re planning a family gathering or a weekend away with friends, this place is a fantastic choice—we're already looking for an excuse to return!

Natalie

The Grange was the first venue we viewed and, from the moment we arrived, we knew that this would be the place where we would celebrate our wedding! Julia made us feel so welcome from our first meeting and, throughout the planning process, we were incredibly well looked after by the whole team. Tara was brilliant in helping us to fine tune the wedding weekend - we booked all of the on-site accommodation to allow our family, plus the bridesmaids and groomsmen to celebrate with us for the whole weekend, which was the best decision ever! A separate review for the accommodation will follow. They also recommended amazing suppliers, such as Becka Cooper (our joyful caterer who is a certified culinary genius) Ward-Brown (our incredible and fun-loving photographer who captured the attached photos), Wildbunch (our wonderful floristry team who made the most spectacular floral arrangements), Whitwams (who used thoughtfully arranged lighting and sound to bring the Grange to life) and Allens (who provided the pristine table linen and beautiful crockery and glassware).

Now, for the wedding day! The emotion I felt when our vintage bus bumbled along the driveway and we got our first glimpse of the Grange is difficult to put into words, but (as cheesy as it sounds) it was a dream come true. When we arrived, Julia, Tara and Amanda were waiting with glasses of fizz and beaming smiles. The two years of teamwork had paid off! 💞
Throughout the wedding reception, all three wonderful ladies were mingling with our guests, attentively looking after us all and ensuring everything went smoothly. They went above and beyond to ensure we had the time of our lives all day and night. They even gave us a personalised card and a bottle of The Grange sparkling wine! They also captured their own wonderful footage, which they made into a reel for us to enjoy when we woke up the next morning. Right up until Midnight, the whole team waiting staff, lead by Amanda, were kind and attentive to all of our guests. We have had so many compliments since the wedding about the Grange team and their attention to detail, warmth and friendliness. They have also been described by multiple guests as ‘the best looking staff team’ they have ever seen!
We honestly feel as though we have gained a new family since we booked our wedding two years ago, the Grange experience is like no other and we will be forever grateful for it! ✨

Michaela T.

A fabulous venue - fantastic grounds, fantastic house - and very helpful people who truly care. The Grange is more than a backdrop for a perfect event it is an "active ingredient". Brilliant, helpful suppliers I would recommend any day.

Joanna B.

The house is gorgeous, and set in a lovely area with many walks available from the front door. Tara was really helpful and made us feel super welcome, and the welcome basket was lovely - thank you! We would love to come back, the house had everything we needed for a lovely weekend with friends.

Emma P.

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Staying at Abbotstone Farmhouse between 30th May - 2nd June was an absolute dream!!!

We had the best stay with our family to celebrate our wedding and everyone kept raving about how perfect the house was. It had absolutely everything we needed and more.

We couldn't have asked for better communication, cleanliness, aesthetics (haha!), or attentiveness - with a lovely local hamper and wine in the fridge on arrival!

We were also lucky enough to have gorgeous sunny weather and very much enjoyed playing games on the lawn and swimming in the pool.

We will have memories of the farm house for the rest of our lives and all thanks to you! Thank you!! I have no words!

Will T.

We held our wedding here on 29 July 2023. I can not think of a way in which the experience at the Grange could be improved.

The whole team – Tara, Julia, Amanda and Becka - were extremely flexible and accommodating with our ideas, allowing us to craft a day which reflected who we were and how we wanted to celebrate, rather than having a ‘cookie cutter’ approach to weddings. Whenever there were problems, either on the day itself or beforehand, they would leap into action and offer to sort them. They also managed to make wedding planning actually fun (!), bringing their humour and excitement for our wedding to all our meetings.

The Grange is a really special building but it would be easy for it to trade on its grandeur and unique visuals, and forget the human side of what sort of an event it is hosting. The fact that it comes with such a world-class weddings and events team made the experience of holding our big day there a joy.