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STAY. PLAY. WATCH.™

The Grove

UK 27th February - 1st March 2026

Holiday Details

Bobby Zamora with Bobby Zamora
Course Dates 27th February - 1st March 2026
Rooms Available Superior, Deluxe, Classic & Suite
Bed & Breakfast
Guide Price: From £1,840
  • Standard holiday from price is based on seven nights for a family of four

  • UK staycation from price is based on two nights for a family of four

  • STAY. PLAY. WATCH.™ from price is based on one adult and one child

Flights are not included, but Football Escapes can help you book them. Other family setups are available. Terms and conditions apply.

Holiday Details

Bobby Zamora with Bobby Zamora
Course Dates 27th February - 1st March 2026
Rooms Available Superior, Deluxe, Classic & Suite
Bed & Breakfast
Guide Price: From £1,840
  • Standard holiday from price is based on seven nights for a family of four

  • UK staycation from price is based on two nights for a family of four

  • STAY. PLAY. WATCH.™ from price is based on one adult and one child

Flights are not included, but Football Escapes can help you book them. Other family setups are available. Terms and conditions apply.

Rating
5 Stars
Avg. Flight Time
UK based from London
Spa
1 Spa
Golf
Golf Nearby
Board
Bed & Breakfast

Football Escapes Stay. Play. Watch.

Football Escapes STAY. PLAY. WATCH. is a full weekend that brings training, family time, and live Premier League football together in one place.

  • STAY: Enjoy a weekend at The Grove with comfort, space, and time together as a family
  • PLAY: Kids train with Bobby Zamora and our UEFA qualified coaches in fun and focused sessions
  • WATCH: Head to Craven Cottage with Football Escapes and take in a live Premier League match

This weekend is different to our usual Football Escapes setup. It is shaped around a real matchday. You stay at The Grove in Hertfordshire. Your children train with Bobby Zamora. Then you all head to Craven Cottage to watch Fulham take on Tottenham Hotspur at 3pm.

You get the warm welcome and high standard of coaching that families already know, mixed with the thrill of a live Premier League fixture.

Event Details

  • 27th February to 1st March 2026
  • Fulham v Tottenham Hotspur at 3pm
  • Ambassador: Bobby Zamora

What Makes STAY. PLAY. WATCH. Special?

  • Coaching with Premier League legends
  • Live Premier League match tickets included
  • Family friendly plan from start to finish
  • Your stay, coaching, and match tickets in one simple package
  • Money can’t buy moments with ambassadors like Bobby Zamora

Room types & accommodation

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Woodland Views

Superior Room

These classic rooms offer picturesque views of the sweeping driveway and surrounding woodlands. Designed with timeless elegance, they provide a peaceful retreat with a warm and inviting ambiance.

Sleeps 2 Adults and 1 Child Aged 3 and Under
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Garden View & Partial Garden View

Deluxe Room

Enjoy the spacious elegance of the West Wing’s Deluxe Rooms, where a private terrace or balcony overlooks the lush gardens and iconic black walnut tree.

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 Children Under 12
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Interconnecting Options Available

Classic Room

The Classic Room offers a cozy retreat after a day of relaxation or adventure. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, they provide everything you need for a restful stay.

Sleeps 2 Adults and 1 Child Aged 3 and Under
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Formal Garden Views

The Grove Suite

The Grove Suite offers a bright retreat with a spacious lounge, artwork-adorned curved windows framing Formal Garden views. Refined furnishings create a sophisticated, inviting atmosphere.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Formal Gardens & Golf Course View

Victoria Suite

The Victoria Suite is a luxurious retreat with an open-plan lounge, dressing room, and marble bathroom. Georgian windows frame Formal Gardens and a golf course.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Garden View

Hyde Suite

The Hyde Suite blends antique charm with elegance. Georgian windows reveal garden views, while warm tones, a four-poster bed, and a fireplace create refined retreat.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Formal Garden Views

Villiers Suite

Blending luxury with charm, this suite features a private lounge with fireplace, marble bathroom, and four-poster bed. Formal Garden views create a serene, intimate retreat.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Formal Gardens & Golf Course View

Piano Suite

The Piano Suite exudes elegance with a lounge featuring a piano and four-poster bed. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal sweeping views of Formal Gardens and golf course.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Mansion Deluxe Room

Deluxe Rooms blend classic charm with modern luxury. Formerly home to the Earls of Clarendon, each room features elegant interiors, a bedroom, and refined bath.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Estate Views

Junior Suite

Spacious and stylish, the Junior Suite offers scenic estate views and a relaxed open-plan sitting area. Contemporary decor complements the luxurious bathroom, creating a refined retreat.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Formal Garden Views

Clarendon Suite

The Clarendon Suite exudes elegance with its stunning chandelier, modern art, and picturesque views over the Formal Gardens. A spacious lounge with a fireplace and a luxurious bathroom create a refined retreat.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Mansion Superior Room

Experience timeless charm in the Mansion Superior Room, where classic elegance meets modern comfort. Once home to the Earls of Clarendon, these stylish spaces blend antique character with contemporary luxury.

Sleeps 2 Adults
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Estate Views

Junior Suite With A View

Blending Georgian elegance and modern comfort, the Junior Suite features a spacious bedroom, luxurious bathroom, and open-plan sitting area, providing views for a serene retreat.

Sleeps 2 Adults

Your STAY. PLAY. WATCH.™ Weekend Plan

Your STAY. PLAY. WATCH.™ weekend is set up so you can enjoy the hotel, take part in the football sessions, and soak in the matchday feeling without any stress. Everything is planned for you, from training with Bobby Zamora to your trip to Craven Cottage. Here is how the weekend runs from start to finish.

Friday: You arrive at The Grove and settle in. The kids collect their kits, then everyone comes together in the evening for a relaxed family games night.

Saturday: The day starts with a training session led by Bobby Zamora and our UEFA qualified coaches. At midday the coach takes you to Craven Cottage to watch Fulham face Tottenham Hotspur. After the match the coach returns you to the hotel at 6pm.

Saturday evening: At 8pm you join your ambassador for a friendly match chat where families share the best moments from the day and enjoy some time together.

Sunday: Your final morning session takes place before you gather for medals. After that you check out and make your way home after a packed but easy weekend.

Terms and Conditions

If a matchday is cancelled or moved to a new date, Football Escapes will issue new tickets for the match. The match will no longer be part of the STAY. PLAY. WATCH. experience and the weekend plan will continue without the fixture.

Match tickets

Match tickets are included in the weekend. Seats are set by the club and cannot be changed. Tickets cannot be swapped for another match and cannot be refunded.

Club or stadium decisions

If the club changes the kick off time, access rules, or any part of the matchday setup, Football Escapes will follow the instructions given by the club. These changes do not allow for a refund.

Restaurants

Families can enjoy a fantastic dining experience with a range of restaurants offering delicious options, from kid-friendly favourites to local specialities and international dishes everyone will love.

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The Glasshouse

International buffet with live-action gourmet food stations.

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The Stables

British classics redefined with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

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Madhu’s at The Grove

Authentic Indian banquets in a stunning, award-winning setting.

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Lounges

Light bites or Asian-inspired dishes in an intimate atmosphere.

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Sequoia Kitchen

Nourishing menu, perfect for a post-treatment snack.

Archery

Activities

Outdoor Adventures

  • Archery and axe throwing
  • Mini Landies - Kids take the wheel of miniature Land Rovers to explore Asher’s Woodland.
  • Woodland Hawking walks or enjoy a spectacular bird of prey display
  • Scenic woodland trails
  • Musical installations

Sports & Leisure

  • Unwind with a dip in one of three swimming pools
  • Challenge friends and family to a game on the two tennis courts available during the summer in the Walled Garden
  • Family golf lessons and Ladies' Golf Clinics
  • Horseback riding at Shardeloes Farm
  • Bike riding
Golf course

Golf

Recognised as the No.1 golf resort in England & ranked among the top 100 worldwide, open to all with no membership required.

  • Recognised for outstanding service, inclusive atmosphere, commitment to sustainability and supporting women in golf
  • Previous host of the 2006 World Golf Championship and proud to have welcomed legends like Tiger Woods
Mini Landies

Kids

Little ones can unleash their curiosity with:

  • Mini Landies, where children aged 2–8 get behind the wheel of miniature Land Rover replicas to explore the enchanting Asher’s Woodland.
  • Anouska’s Kids Club—an OFSTED-registered facility for ages 2–9, offering adventure, creativity, and supervised entertainment
  • Pocket Towns- the UK’s first portable wooden role-play town. Available in the school holidays, and designed for children aged 18 months to 7 years, it offers immersive, hands-on experiences
Spa

Spa

Sequoia Spa is a serene sanctuary designed for deep relaxation and renewal. Features include:

  • A striking 22-metre black mosaic-tiled pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room
  • 18 treatment rooms
  • A wide range of massages and facials tailored to individual needs
  • Treatments featuring renowned brands like Bamford and Natura Bissé, offering techniques from Swedish to Thai and shiatsu
  • Advanced collagen facials and anti-ageing therapies from partnership with QMS Medicosmetics
  • Exclusive spaces such as wellness pools and heaven showers
  • A place among the top UK spa hotels in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

Upcoming Experiences

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Bobby Zamora
STAY. PLAY. WATCH.™

The Grove

UK
Course Dates: 27th February - 1st March 2026
Ambassador: Bobby Zamora

A luxury resort in Hertfordshire, UK, The Grove features a renowned golf course, family-friendly activities, and beautiful countryside landscapes.

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The Grove

UK
Course Dates: 26th - 28th May 2026
Ambassador: Michael Dawson

A luxury resort in Hertfordshire, UK, The Grove features a renowned golf course, family-friendly activities, and beautiful countryside landscapes.

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Ambassador To Be Confirmed
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The Grove

UK
Course Dates: 25th - 27th August 2026
Ambassador: Ambassador To Be Confirmed

A luxury resort in Hertfordshire, UK, The Grove features a renowned golf course, family-friendly activities, and beautiful countryside landscapes.