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The house
The main house is licensed for ceremonies and partnerships starting with The Hall, the main reception area of the house and here ceremonies are conducted. The Library and Ante Room are cosy informal spaces, suitable for relaxing in the splendid views of the gardens and enjoying a drink from the bar. The Pavilion is a truly spectacular room. It seats 120 for dinner and is the wedding venue of choice year after year. The room is drenched in natural light and the French doors frame vistas of the Hodsock Estate and open out onto the ornamental Italian Terrace. The Gatehouse  The Gatehouse is one of the most striking features of the Hodsock estate. There are lots of gaps in the history of the Gatehouse, but here are a few interesting facts on one of the most important buildings in Nottinghamshire: The Gatehouse and bridge is the oldest surviving building on the estate. It dates back to the 16th century and is now a Grade 1 listed building. The Gatehouse is one of three remaining Tudor brick built buildings in Nottinghamshire, making it a rare find and of significant historical importance. Hodsock’s proximity to the Great North Road and the Royal Castle at Tickhill, meant there was a series of royal visits throughout the 13th century from King John, Henry III and Edward I. Between 1876 and1925, the upper-floors and roof were used as a weather station – daily records were taken of weather conditions by Henry Mellish. More recently the Gatehouse was used as a garden store, to support the work of the Land Girls during World War Two. Nowadays the beautiful redundant turrets and towers, appear on wedding photos and in magazines across the globe and provide a great wow factor on entering the house and gardens. The Gardens  Hodsock and Snowdrops are synonymous. Mention the estate to anyone and our famous winter gardens will be the first thing they associate with the name. Each February some 20,000 visitors come to Hodsock Snowdrops. They stroll through the millions of Galanthus and Cyclamen flowers, enjoy light lunches and afternoon tea and browse the plant sales and Snowdrop souvenirs. Our fine gardens remain nurtured throughout the year, and the spring and summer blooms are picture perfect. The river runs from the lake through the grounds and our pretty bridges are a great feature joining the lawns and woodland areas. The Woodland Walks are suitable for all abilities and in good weather are passable with wheelchairs and buggies. | ||
In 2007 the house was refurbished using period and heritage paints, fabrics and fixtures. It epitomises country house style and the grandeur is sympathetic to the feel of the house back in 1829.
