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Your local companion YOUR LOCAL COMPANION Chenies Manor RECOMMENDED BY BERNADETTA, Chenies, OUR FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER Buckinghamshire WD3 6ER One of our finest country neighbours, the Manor has been attracting visitors since 1460, 1.6 MILES and De Vere Latimer Estate is one including Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. approx 5 MINS Bernadetta recommends you follow in their drive from De Vere of our best-kept secrets, set deep footsteps and enjoy their stunning formal gardens Latimer Estate in the heart of Buckinghamshire. and grounds. “THERE ARE RUMOURS THAT THERE Home to military intelligence IS A TUNNEL BETWEEN THE LATIMER during World War II, today this ESTATE AND THE MANOR!” To find out more visit elegant mansion house combines CHENIESMANORHOUSE.CO.UK rich history with 21st century Old Amersham Town comfort and style. And with Church St, RECOMMENDED BY CAROLYN, Old Amersham, surrounding areas that have plenty OUR HR OFFICER Buckinghamshire HP7 0DB to offer, it’s a setting for stories If you love quirky shops and soaking up a bit of local history, you’re going to feel at home in 4.3 MILES and both old and new. Here, our team Amersham. Carolyn’s pick is a place where you can approx 12 MINS give us a few of their favourite wander among beautiful half timbered houses and drive from De Vere lose yourself in stories of the Lollard martyrs. Latimer Estate local attractions. “TWO OF AMERSHAM’S COACHING INNS STARRED IN FOUR WEDDINGS AND A FUNERAL.” To find out more visit VISITCHILTERNS.CO.UK/ MARKET-TOWNS/AMERSHAM Chess Valley Walk RECOMMENDED BY NIGEL, OUR CONCIERGE Starts: Rickmansworth Station, Station Nigel has tipped us off about this stunning Approach, 10 mile walk along the River Chess. Let the Rickmansworth, river be your companion as you take the Herts, WD3 1QY time to enjoy the wildlife, historic buildings, Finishes: Chesham water meadows, ancient field systems and nature Station, Station naturereserves reserves you’ll find you’ll along find the along way. the way. Approach, Chesham, “A WONDERFUL WALK WITHIN OUR AREA Bucks, HP5 1DH OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY.” 5.7 MILES and To find out more visit CHILTERNSAONB.ORG approx 15 MINS drive from De Vere Griffiths Brothers Distillery Latimer Estate RECOMMENDED BY TARA, OUR SALES OFFICE MANAGER Penn Street Works, Unit 8, Tara has chosen Griffiths Brothers, Buckinghamshire’s Amersham first micro-distillery. This family-run business is HP7 0FA located in the pretty village of Penn Street, deep in the Chiltern Hills. Their award-winning gins are well 6.8 MILES and worth a try. The distillery bar is open to visitors and approx 18 MINS there are regular evening tours where you can learn drive from De Vere more about the art of gin-making. Latimer Estate “WITH TEN GIN COCKTAILS ON THEIR MENU, YOU REALLY WILL BE SPOILT FOR CHOICE.” To find out more visit GRIFFITHSBROTHERS.COM GRIFFITHS BROTHERS DISTILLERY The Rex RECOMMENDED BY KATHARINE, High St. OUR MARKETING EXECUTIVE Berkhamstead, Brought back from near derelict status in HP4 2FG 2004, Katharine’s choice, The Rex Cinema in 7.1 MILES and approx Berkhamsted, is a decadent art-deco delight. 18 MINS drive from With one giant screen and the sharpest film De Vere Latimer projection, this wonderful independent cinema Estate screens everything from the popular to the obscure 365 days of the year. The ambience is of luxury and comfort and not a hot-dog in sight. “A TRIP TO THE REX IS SUCH A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE. GREAT FILMS IN A STUNNING LOCATION - A REAL MUST-VISIT.” To find out more visit THEREXBERKHAMSTED.COM DRIFT LIMITS The Snow Centre Drift Limits RECOMMENDED BY FAYE, OUR St Albans Hill, RECOMMENDED BY ROBERT, Bovingdon Airfield, CONFERENCE & EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR Hemel Hempstead OUR DIRECTOR OF SALES Upper Bourne End Ln, Hemel Hempstead Faye suggests this attraction as a great family day HP3 9NH Robert’s choice is Drift Limits Motorsports HP1 2RR out. Whether you are a seasoned skiier or just 7.2 MILES and Academy, based at nearby Bovingdon Airfield, looking to give it a try for the first time, then The approx 24 MINS a true haven for thrillseekers. Boasting three 7.9 MILES and Snow Centre in Hemel Hempstead has sessions drive from De Vere unique racing circuits, they have a vast array approx 22 MINS suitable for everyone. Latimer Estate of vehicles and experiences to choose from, drive from De Vere whatever your age or driving ability. Latimer Estate “AFTERWARDS, YOU CAN WARM UP WITH A HOT CHOCOLATE AND ENJOY THE “ONE OF THE MOST EXHILIRATING PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE SLOPES. ” SATURDAY MORNINGS I’VE EVER HAD.” To find out more visit THESNOWCENTRE.COM To find out more visit DRIFTLIMITS.CO.UK Bekonscot Model Village RECOMMENDED BY ANTONIO, Warwick Rd, OUR GENERAL MANAGER Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire The world’s oldest, and we think the best, model HP9 2PL village has been a local favourite for over 80 years. Antonio’s recommendation has a railway 8.5 MILES and and plenty to keep everyone entertained. approx 20 MINS It’s a charming taste of rural life in the ‘30s. drive from De Vere Latimer Estate “A GREAT DAY OUT FOR THE FAMILY AND ALL PROFITS GO TO CHARITY.” To find out more visit BEKONSCOT.CO.UK Warner Bro’s Studio ROALD DAHL MUSEUM Tours – The Making Roald Dahl Museum of Harry Potter RECOMMENDED BY ANIKO, 81–83 High St, RECOMMENDED BY LUKE, Studio Tour Drive, OUR EXECUTIVE HEAD HOUSEKEEPER Great Missenden, OUR CONFERENCE MANAGER Leavesden, Buckinghamshire Our Executive Head Housekeeper Aniko Hertfordshire HP16 0AL A dream come true for Harry Potter fans and has chosen somewhere that’s sure to capture WD25 7LR film lovers. Luke's choice is a magical day out your imagination, whatever your age. 8.8 MILES and that takes you behind the scenes to show you 8.7 MILES and This award-winning museum is in the village approx 19 MINS how they made these incredible films. The approx 18 MINS where Roald Dahl created his most memorable drive from De Vere tour is packed with original sets, animatronic drive from De Vere stories and even features his original Writing Hut. Latimer Estate creatures, props and costumes. Latimer Estate “ROALD DAHL IS A FAMILY FAVOURITE. “A UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE.” YOU’RE NEVER TOO OLD FOR A GOOD STORY.” Tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit WBSTUDIOTOUR.CO.UK To find out more visit ROALDDAHL.COM COOMBE HILL © National Trust Images / John Miller Odds Farm Park Coombe Hill RECOMMENDED BY AARON, Wooburn Common, RECOMMENDED BY LYDIA, OUR SENIOR Chiltern Hills, OUR RECEPTION SUPERVISOR Wooburn Green, WEDDING & SPECIAL EVENT CO- Lodge Hill, High Wycombe, ORDINATOR Butlers Cross, Aaron tells us that Odds Farm Park is a real Buckinghamshire Aylesbury, family favourite. It’s a great place to meet Lydia has picked a wonderful walk that includes a HP10 0LX Buckinghamshire animals close up with a fun indoor play area. Natural Play Trail for the kids and takes in HP17 0UR And once everyone’s had a chance to explore, 11.6 MILES and spectacular views over the Aylesbury Vale. The top their tea rooms and shop are worth a visit too. approx 24 MINS of Coombe Hill is home to a monument to the 14.2 MILES and drive from De Vere Buckinghamshire men who fought and died in the approx 27 MINS “MAKE SURE YOU GIVE YOURSELF Latimer Estate Boer War. drive from De Vere PLENTY OF TIME. THERE’S SO MUCH Latimer Estate TO SEE THERE.” “THE VIEWS ARE STUNNING AND WELL WORTH THE WALK.” To find out more visit ODDSFARM.CO.UK To find out more visit NATIONALTRUST.ORG.UK/CHILTERNS- COUNTRYSIDE/FEATURES/COOMBE-HILL St Albans Cathedral RECOMMENDED BY JO, OUR WEDDING St Albans, & SPECIAL EVENT CO-ORDINATOR Hertfordshire, AL1 1BY Jo's role means she’s been to some pretty stunning locations over the years, but this is 14.5 MILES and one of her favourites. Set in beautiful parkland, approx 26 MINS the cathedral is a great example of Norman drive from De Vere and Romanesque architecture, with the original Latimer Estate monastery founded in 793 by King Offa of Mercia. “A PLACE OF PEACE AND TRANQUILLITY IN THE HEART OF ST. ALBANS.” To find out more visit STALBANSCATHEDRAL.ORG The Chiltern Brewery RECOMMENDED BY NOEL, Nash Lee Rd, OUR EXECUTIVE HEAD CHEF Terrick, Aylesbury, A great choice by a man of fine tastes. Buckinghamshire Our chef Noel has picked the oldest HP17 0TQ independent brewery in the area. The farm is well worth a visit and it goes without saying 14.6 MILES and that we recommend a brewery tour to get approx 25 MINS the full story (and a beer or two). drive from De Vere Latimer Estate “THE KING’S HEAD IN AYLESBURY IS ALSO A GREAT PLACE TO TRY OUT LOCAL BEERS.” To find out more visit CHILTERNBREWERY.CO.UK THE CHILTERN BREWERY A A41 5 A 41 M 1 8 41 A The Chiltern Brewery 10 A 0 4 4 A 1 3 ST ALBANS St Albans A41 Cathedral A414 Coombe The Snow Hill Centre Drift Limits A 21 4 Roald Dahl 1 M 25 Museum Warner Bros. Studio Tours – The Making 20 of Harry Potter A A4 M 13 Chenies M 4 4 0 0 1 A 1 0 Manor 4 1 AMERSHAM DE VERE LATIMER Old ESTATE Amersham A 4 5 Town 1 2 WATFORD 3 Griths Brothers M 5 Distillery 5 The Rex 3 A M40 Cinema A Bekonscot 4 1 Chess Valley Walk Model Village (Starts here) M 40 Odds Farm Park M A 4 0 4 0 4 A 4 16 0 A4 0 5 2 M DE VERE LATIMER ESTATE Nr Chesham, Buckinghamshire HP5 1UG +44 (0) 1494 545 500 DEVERE.COM.