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of the London in Bloom The name Grim's Dyke comes from an ancient defensive earthwork which runs from Pinner Hill to Bentley Priory. The accommodation was built there in 1870 for the Victorian Painter Frederick Goodall, who had bought 100 acres of land at Harrow Weald in 1856 but was unable to build for 12 years until the expiry of a lease. During that time he landscaped the area and planted trees, setting aside 30 acres parallel to the ancient earthwork for the house and gardens. Work started on the house in 1870 and was completed in 1872.
The Gilberts bought the property in 1890. During his 21
years
there, Gilbert made a number of changes to the house and grounds. He
planted trees and rhododendrons, developed the farm which was part of
the estate, and built a number of greenhouses beyond the moat and over
the dyke. There was a kitchen garden, orchard and vinery and, for Lady
Gilbert who was a keen gardener, a sunken rose garden was
constructed
on the terrace Gilbert's greatest joy was the large lake he had excavated to the south of the house. It had an island in the middle and a changing hut and boathouse on the shore. Every day in the summer he would bathe there - a habit which eventually cost him his life. On 29th May 1911 Gilbert invited two local girls to swim in the lake. He died attempting to help one of them when she got into difficulties. Life is never dull at Grim's Dyke with other entertainment ranging from Murder Mystery and Auction Challenge Dinners to Gourmet Nights, Matinee Cream Teas and Opera in the Gardens. "The rooms in the main house and
the garden are delightful and the staff are extremely helpful"
Mr A Hughes,
Wiltshire,
England
In 1970, when it was converted into a hotel, Grim's Dyke was designated a building of special architectural and historical interest. The present owners took over the property in 1996 when the Grade II listed building was extensively restored and refurbished in the country house style. |
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Grim's Dyke is great accommodation near London's West End it laying only 12 miles distant.
From Heathrow take the M4 West to the M25. Follow the M25
North to Junction 19 (Watford). Follow the A41 and A409. Turn right
into Old Redding at the second set of Traffic Lights.
From the M1, exit at Junction 5 (Harrow) and follow the A41 and A409
Guests without cars should take underground trains to either Stanmore (Jubilee Line) or Harrow on the Hill (Metropolitan Line), and then take a taxi.
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