How to get the most out of a Whisky or Wine festival

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Corridor in winery

Going to your first whisky or wine festival can be a delightful experience, if you know what to expect and are organised. Initially, you’ll want to check the obvious things, such as knowing what time the tasting session are, what your ticket does and doesn’t cover etc. When it comes to enjoying the festival itself, you’ll want to know the … Read More

Harrow Wine Festival

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Harrow Wine Festival

Further to the success of our popular wine tasting evenings and the annual Harrow Whisky festival, the Grim’s Dyke Hotel is delighted to be bringing you our first full wine festival – the Harrow Wine Festival. We’re looking to provide you with a wide range of vineyards – both covering the world perspective and the main English/Welsh wine regions. UK … Read More

Harrow Whisky Festival

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Harrow Whisky Festival

The Grim’s Dyke Hotel is delighted to bring you the annual Harrow Whisky Festival. The 2016 festival was an immense success and 2017 promises to be even better – with 50% more exhibitors, additional exhibitor space and many of your favourites – so make sure you snap up your ticket early, before the festival inevitably sells out! The Harrow Whisky … Read More

Top 10 tips for organising your company conference

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company conference

Planning a company conference can seem like a daunting task, when you first attempt it, especially if you have no previous experience. Here are our top 10 tips, to help make organising your conference easier and less stressful! Plan early! When it comes to planning your event, the earlier the better! Good venues are often booked up months (if not … Read More

Harrow Whisky Festival

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Harrow Whisky Festival

Harrow Whisky Festival: 15th January – 16th January 2016 Set in the stunning location of Grim’s Dyke hotel, Harrow Whisky Festival features product from over 40 distilleries – making it a must-do event for every whisky lover! Grim’s Dyke hotel contributes so much more than a stunning setting for this festival though, it also has a well-stocked whisky bar, one … Read More

How to ‘taste’ whisky

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Springbank

Whisky, it can be a complex drink to master, especially as there are so many amazing choices on offer! However, navigating your way through the complex and subtle tastes is something that CAN be done – if you just know where to start! There are no right and wrong answers, when it comes to describing whisky. Whether you’re explaining the … Read More

MacMillan Coffee Morning at Grim’s Dyke

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coffee morning cake

Each year, the cancer support charity MacMillan Cancer Support host the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning and, this year, we at Grim’s Dyke are proud to be supporting this great cause. MacMillan Cancer Support is one of Britain’s largest charities. They know how devastating a cancer diagnosis is to both patients and their families – and 1 in 3 people will … Read More

For Whisky Lovers

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Whisky

For Whisky Lovers For both budding and experienced lovers of the wee dram, here is your perfect opportunity to experience an evening of socialising, good conversation and single Malts. With over 50 single Malts to choose from, you’ll get the chance to try many of our favourites. Specialised evenings at the Grim’s Dyke always consist of excellent conversation, great service … Read More

Private Parties at The Grim’s Dyke

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Bow Tie

Perfect for any occasion The Grim’s Dyke Hotel is perfectly suited for any size party, making it an ideal place for everything from baby showers and christenings to Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. Maybe you’re looking for somewhere to host your engagement party and wedding, or even an anniversary celebration or funeral gathering – with The Grim’s Dyke you’ll have a perfect 19th … Read More

Sabrage: the true mark of ceremonial splendour!

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Sabrage

Sabrage, the act of slicing off the cork from a bottle of champagne, is the mark of ceremonial splendour – and what better place to celebrate both the art and ceremony, than in the beautiful 17th century Grim’s Dyke hotel? History of Sabrage Sabrage is said to have started with Napoleon’s infamous cavalry, the Hussards, celebrating their spectacular victories across … Read More