Thornbury Castle Hotel

About the venue

In 1535, King Henry VIII and his second wife, Anne Boleyn, stayed here.

Princess Mary, later Queen Mary I, also lived here for several years. Courtiers have flirted with ladies-in-waiting in the ancient yew-hedged gardens. Serving girls have chattered in the stone-flagged courtyard. Today, Thornbury Castle still resonates with history. Edward Stafford, the third Duke of Buckingham received a royal licence to build this 'fortified manor' or castle-palace in 1510. Work started the following year but stopped in 1521 when the Duke was executed on trumped-up grounds of treason. Today, much still remains of the original 16th century building. Everywhere there is fascinating historical detail to enjoy - coats of arms, intricate oriel windows, arrow loops and ornate carved ceilings. The Duke's watchword was 'dorene savant' meaning 'henceforth' or 'from now on'. In his words, then, Thornbury Castle is yours to enjoy 'from now on' - the wealth of the past combined with the luxury and comfort of one of England's finest hotels. CONFERENCES There can be few more inspiring settings for a business meeting than the rooms and grounds where one of England's most notorious kings once walked. Today this 500-year-old castle-palace with its beautiful oriel windows, Tudor hall and gardens and historic parkland provides a unique venue for your meeting - a private, undisturbed retreat. We understand that it can sometimes be difficult working away from home. Our dedicated, friendly team, together with the luxurious comfort of Thornbury Castle, will ensure you benefit from all the conveniences of your office whilst enjoying the comforts of home – That’s why all conference rooms at Thornbury Castle are equipped with wireless broadband. The castle is situated on the northern edge of the town of Thornbury, off the A38, which is 5 miles from junction 16 of the M5.