AUTUMN at Heckfield Place
THE WARMTH AND COMFORT OF OUR FAMILY HOME AWAITS FOR A COUNTRYSIDE ESCAPE.
MAKE THE MOST OF THE COLDER MONTHS WITH MUCH TO DO... BOTH INDOORS AND ACROSS OUR 438 ACRES.
ALL JUST AN HOUR FROM LONDON.
COLD WATER IMMERSION
A chance to offer yourself an experience to plunge into the benefits of cold water exposure, this guided session involves a short warm up and a paced walk or jog to our beautiful Lower Lake. Cold Water Immersion begins in October through to April.
An Escape to Church Lodge
Nestled in the grounds of our House, Church Lodge's cosy rooms make it a home from home... with a small sitting room, study, dining room and kitchen downstairs and two cosy bedrooms up a windy staircase.
CYCLING & HIKING
Cycle or hike across the Estate and out into the little lanes to Farley Hill, or around the forestry tracks of Bramshill Forest to discover the peace and quiet of the Hampshire countryside.
There are several country pubs that you can cycle or hike to.
Falconry
Behold the majesty of these Birds of Prey. Under the supervision of our professional falconer, guests are invited to handle and fly these magnificent birds. It is an unforgettable moment when a hawk swoops out of the sky and lands on your gloved fist.
Equinox Stretch and Meditation - 21 September at 9 AM
Autumn equinox is a time for shifting energies - we leave behind longer days for longer nights and prepare to turn inward. As the seasons change, so too should our practices. Join us to make an intentional transition from summer to autumn through guided meditation and stretching - outdoors or in The Bothy should the weather not behave.
This experience is available for our
F R I E N D S and resident guests.
Equinox Earth Menu - 21 September at 5:30 PM
This privilege we feel working so closely with our land and with like-minded producers inspires a humble desire to make the most of each and every ingredient… And from this inspiration, the seed was planted for our Earth Menu.
Ring in the new season with this delicious experience shaped by the often overlooked and unloved bits of ingredients that form our regular offering.
This experience is open to all, and begins with an introduction from our Head Grower, Jane Scotter.
Market Garden Tour with Head Grower Jane Scotter and Heckfield Chef - 21 September at 11 AM
Join our Head Market Gardener Jane Scotter and one of our Heckfield chefs to walk and taste your way through our biodynamic Market Garden, while learning about biodynamic principles and our relationship between our House, restaurants and the land.
T I C K E T S A V A I L A B L E S O O N
Equinox Produce Sale - 21 September from 9 AM
From just-picked biodynamic fruits and vegetables to organic eggs, Guernsey milk, artisan breads, cordials, and jams – enjoy a coffee from the container café while you shop the best of what’s in season at Heckfield Home Farm.
Home Farm Cooking Experience - 21 September at 10 AM
Join our Head Chef of our Michelin-starred Marle, Fred Page, to pick farm-fresh ingredients for a cooking demonstration and three-course lunch in our botanical-filled Glass House that
celebrates the best of what’s in season at Heckfield Home Farm.
This experience is available for our
F R I E N D S and resident guests.
THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM (U) - 21 SEPTEMBER at 8 PM
Enjoy a special screening of The Biggest Little Farm (U) - a captivating story of one couple's journey of transforming their 200-acre farm through regenerative practices.
This Screening is open to all.
SIX INCHES OF SOIL (PG) - 22 September at 6 PM
An inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food - to heal the soil, benefit our health and provide for local communities.
This Screening is open to all.
HOME FARM LUNCH: TIME FOR HARVEST - 22 September at 2pm
In September, we give thanks for harvest, an abundant summer and the transition to autumn. To mark the equinox, we'll gather for a family-style Sunday lunch at Heckfield Home Farm with delicious dishes made with some of our very favourite ingredients – paired with fine ciders from Find & Foster, Two Orchards and Naughton Cider - curated by The Fine Cider company.
THANKSGIVING AT HECKFIELD
GATHER WITH US FOR A WEEKEND CELEBRATING THE ABUNDANCE OF AUTUMN AND THE JOY OF COMING TOGETHER. A TRADITIONAL THANKSGIVING FEAST ON 28 NOVEMBER EMBRACES THE VERY BEST INGREDIENTS GROWN ON HECKFIELD HOME FARM, WHILE OUR CURATED LIST OF ACTIVITIES AND EXPERIENCES OFFERS PLENTY TO DO OVER AN INDULGENT WEEKEND.
MORE EXPERIENCES
Hearth Suppers with Hoppers' Karan Gokani - 26 September
As part of our Hearth Supper series, co-founder and Creative Director of Hoppers, Karan Gokani joins us for an evening in Hearth, our restaurant where we cook over fire.
Together he and the team will create a menu that celebrates the heartfelt cooking of Hearth and the Sri Lankan and South Indian flavours of Hoppers.
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EXPERIENCES AT HECKFIELD
Rediscover the Great Outdoors with a raft of activities that make the most of our 438 acres.
Activities and Experiences
Autumn Produce Sales
Take a bit of Heckfield and the season home with you with seasonal produce, and delicious bits from our kitchen like House-made breads and seasonal preserves.
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AUTUMN DINING
From winter greens to hearty root veg, autumn is one of our favourite times both in our restaurants and at Heckfield Home Farm.
Seek warmth and comfort during the cooler months with the simple and heartfelt cooking of Skye Gyngell and her team. Whether around an open fire in Hearth or in our Green Michelin starred Marle... experience the best of autumn's bounty on the plate.
Our Corner of Hampshire
Tucked in the heart of North Hampshire countryside, Heckfield Place is a haven – a living place that celebrates the slow and simple.
Steeped in history, yet fully connected to the present - a base from which to reconnect with the Great Outdoors and explore some of England’s most iconic sites.
Nature and history coincide and sit on our doorstep – from sites like Stonehenge and Windsor Castle, to the rich woodlands, rolling parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty that make up the natural Hampshire landscape.
All just an hour from London…
