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Adventure is at our heart

Our expansive 350-acre estate lends itself perfectly to a selection of exhilarating activities and experiences.

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A vast playground

For hundreds of years, the grounds of Ashford Castle have provided space for thrilling estate activities for its owners and their friends. Successive generations of the de Burgo, Bingham, Browne and Guinness families have created one of the finest sporting estates in all of Ireland, if not the world – which is proudly continued to this day.

The expansive 350-acre Ashford Estate lends itself perfectly to a range of activities, from country classic pastimes such as horse riding, fishing, falconry and shooting, to more modern activities such as golf, cycling and kayaking. So whether you are the active type or prefer to relax and soak up the scenery, you are spoilt for choice at Ashford Castle. Michael and Fiona, our dedicated Activities Coordinators, are on hand to advise, and even have two Go Pro cameras to capture all the action!

All the reasons to love The Rubens

Extraordinary experiences

From sushi & live jazz to London's most expensive tea

Little kings and queens

We roll out the red carpet to welcome families

An illustrious residence

Located opposite Buckingham Palace
Display of Rubens history

Enrich yourself in our heritage

Discover our royal history

Delicious dining journeys

Gloriously varied dining options, steeped in heritage

Rich & layered interiors

Discover regal rooms and suites

Extraordinary experiences

From sushi & live jazz to London's most expensive tea

Little kings and queens

We roll out the red carpet to welcome families

An illustrious residence

Located opposite Buckingham Palace
Display of Rubens history

Enrich yourself in our heritage

Discover our royal history

Delicious dining journeys

Gloriously varied dining options, steeped in heritage

Rich & layered interiors

Discover regal rooms and suites

Extraordinary experiences

From sushi & live jazz to London's most expensive tea

Little kings and queens

We roll out the red carpet to welcome families

The Rubens at a glance

A five-star hotel with exceptional heritage

Overlooking Buckingham Palace and The Royal Mews

Moments away from London's most famous sights

AA Rosette awarded restaurants 

Traditional & regally decorated rooms & suites

2 restaurants & 3 bars with a world-class team

An extraordinary collection of dining experiences 

Home to one of London's largest Living Walls

Give the very best

Exceptional dining experiences, overnight escapes and thoughtful surprises... our vouchers create the perfect gift. From exceptional experiences to the ultimate opportunity to experience the Golden Tips Tea, in partnership with specialist tea merchants PMD Tea.

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Delicious dining

From mouth-watering Indian flavours served at the AA Rosette-awarded Curry Room, to the refined British menu offered in the elegant English Grill, Executive Chef Ben Kelliher creates gastronomic journeys that are truly outstanding.

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We care

We are proud to sustain a Living Wall of more than 10,000 herbaceous plants, creating a wildlife habitat in the heart of London. 

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The Rubens Royal Themed King Room
The Rubens Royal Themed King Room

Beauty in every detail

Rich, warm and filled with majestic silks, brocade and velvet, our bedrooms offer an elegantly regal experience. Each suite has a distinct character, with a dignified palette of naval blue, royal red and gold, Murano glass chandeliers and original oil paintings.

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The world of The Rubens

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05 Nov 2020 Delicious dining

Ben Kelliher's Eggs Benedict

Perfect your very own Eggs Benedict or Eggs Royale with tips from The Rubens' Executive Chef.

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09 Nov 2020 Delicious dining

Arun Kumar's signature dish

Chef Arun Kumar shares his recipe for Butter Chicken, a favourite dish on the Curry Room menu.

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25 Nov 2020 Delicious dining

Our signature fish & chips

Discover the secret recipe behind Executive Chef Nathan Hindmarsh's delicious dish.

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