Heythrop Park reopens following year-long renovation

Heythrop Park, a Grade II-listed Warner Hotels property set within 440 acres of Cotswolds parkland, has reopened following a year-long renovation. 

Design agency DesignLSM led the project with a “predominant focus” on three key principles – relaxation, exploration and entertainment.   

The refurbishment was said to “bridge the gap” between the 18th Century manor house and a contemporary extension, and the Orangery, six lounges, three restaurants, two bars, ballroom and theatre were all under the design remit of the creative agency. 

With the property originally built for the 1st Duke of Shrewsbury in 1706-1711, the transformation was inspired by his Grand Tour adventures, with each space “boasting its own unique design identity that encourages a journey of discovery for guests”.    

The Churchill, Bladon and Blenheim rooms – a trio of lounges set within the listed house – have been influenced by the Duke’s modes of travel across Europe. The seating was inspired by the detailing of train carriage upholstery, for example, and the rooms also feature velvet soft furnishings with contrasting piping. 

Located within the extension, The Market Kitchen, the largest of three restaurants, takes its design cues from the traditional kitchen garden. The pantry-come-conservatory features a “calming” colour palette balanced with citrus-patterned upholstered chairs and floral wallpaper. 

Meanwhile, the Brassey Bar echoes Thomas Brassey’s love of engineering and background in the railways, and houses traditional industrial patterns and materials such as beamed structures, metal detailing, warm leather banquettes, and intimate lighting.

The Warwick Wing Theatre and neighbouring Late Bar and Lounge have also undergone a refurb.    

Holly Hallam, managing director at DesignLSM, said: “Projects like this don’t come around very often, and to be a part of one on such a vast scale has been incredibly exciting for both myself and the DesignLSM team. We’ve taken great care in respecting Heythrop Park’s historical roots, whilst bringing it forward into a new era of enjoyment and adventure for guests, for many years to come.”