TRAVEL & RESORTS
A NEW GOLDEN AGE AT
THE GRAND
YORK
York’s palatial hotel, The Grand, captures the elegance of the Dine at Hudsons, The Grand’s 3 AA Rosette restaurant which
Edwardian era in a modern world. Dating back to 1906, the property overlooks an illuminated York Minster in the evenings. Provenance
was built as a palace of business by the wealthy North Eastern takes centre-stage in the nine and five-course tasting menus
Railway company. Propelling the nation into the golden age of travel, with wine flight that reflect Hudsons’ ethos, to offer a sublime
NER maintained its headquarters here for 100 years. With Edwardian combination of nature and excellence. Hudsons works in partnership
glory and style since restored, The Grand was reborn as York’s only with a third-generation local forager who carefully sources
five-star hotel in 2010 and has seen the recent addition of 100 new sustainable ingredients from surrounding Yorkshire. For breakfast
rooms, doubling the capacity for accommodation, as part of a £15 and a more casual dining experience, head to The Rise restaurant,
million refurbishment. with a delectable menu of classic dishes for lunch and dinner.
Look forward to a great night’s sleep at The Grand, a luxurious New for 2019 is the state-of-the-art Cookery School at The Grand,
cocoon located within the old city walls. Sumptuous, spacious where Head Chef Tutor Andrew Dixon will lead demos, classes
suites, with individual authentic quirks, or newly-added and themed evenings for families, friends, partners and corporate
contemporary bedrooms, with marble bathrooms and views of York delegates.
Minster, are complete with elegant furnishings and king-sized beds
with Egyptian linens.
Step out of The Grand and into the majestic city of York, a treasure
trove of delights with independent boutiques, little galleries, artisan
Throughout the hotel, amidst the splendour of intricate Huddleston cafés and the York Designer Outlet. Capture your experience at insta-
stonework, Belgian marble, grand corridors and lofty arches, worthy spots such as Ouse Bridge, Station Rise, the Shambles and
discover spaces designed to enhance the discerning guest’s stay. of course at York Minster. Or head further out and go walking under
Experience seamless check-in in the new and stylish Arrivals the big skies of the Yorkshire Moors, returning later to your palace of
Lounge, sip cocktails in the classically-designed 1906 bar or hold sleep and beauty.
an impromptu meeting with complimentary food & beverage in the
beautifully-appointed White Rose Lounge.
To book your stay or for more
information, visit
Retreat to the spa, located in the former vaults that stowed NER’s www.thegrandyork.co.uk or
gold bullion and offering a range of treatments. Here also find a gym, call 01904 380038.
pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam-room for guests to use at leisure.
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The Art of Luxury
Issue 36 2019