A NEW CHAPTER

In August this year after two years of meticulous planning 10 Castle Street will open its doors.

10 Castle Street is a grade 2* listed country house with glorious formal gardens and ancient woodland. Originally built for the Stillingfleet family in the 1700’s it is now being remodelled to a high standard of luxury. Situated in the heart of the Cranborne Chase, 10 Castle Street will have nine elegant bedrooms, two bars, three dining rooms, a fitness centre and a spa.

There are two sides to 10 Castle Street. The first being a fine dining restaurant, a relaxed bar, a bistro-type dining restaurant and an outside terrace; all situated on the ground floor. Our head Chef Dan Syndercombe comes with a wealth of knowledge and has really honed his skills and own style of modern cuisine.

The second being a private members club which will provide its members an ideal social environment for interaction & inspi-ration. We are here to play host to bright minds with big ideas, provide an atmosphere that’s simultaneously stimulating and relaxing, and offer wine and cuisine worthy of discussion.

ABOUT THE HOUSE

Cranborne Lodge was built in the early 18th Century by the Stillingfleet family who lived in the house until 1750 when Sam-uel Stillingfleet died and the house was sold on to Thomas Erle Drax Esq. who extended the property and made significant internal renovations.

Cranborne Lodge eventually ended up being occupied by Mr Lewis Tregonwell, a west-country man through and through, and his wife Mrs Catherine Tregonwell. The house stayed in the Tregonwell family for many years until it eventually changed hands in 1855 through disjointed inheritance as opposed to sale.

During this period, Cranborne Lodge became the true family home for the Tregonwells, and despite the early demise of his wife Catherine, Lewis stayed at the house until his death in 1832.

Lewis Tregonwell re-married and had three children with his new wife Henrietta Portman. Tragically, their second child died, causing heart-break within the Tregonwell household. Henrietta was distraught and fell into a cycle of depression until Lewis took her to Mudeford for a holiday where Henrietta suggested they build a holiday home.

Lewis proceeded to build what would become the oldest prop-erty in Bournemouth: a mansion facing out across the sea. With the birth of her third child John, Henrietta and Lewis moved back home to Cranborne where they both stayed until their son John inherited Cranborne Lodge.

10 Castle Street is a stunning 18th century house in Dorset where you can revel in luxury, indulge yourself with fine food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere. This is a place where you can feel at home and enjoy the finer things in life.

Each of the 9 individually designed bedrooms and en suites have its very own personality, with a unique ‘feel’ and charm, created by the fine décor and fabulous views, providing the ideal place to stay for a weekend away, a holiday in the heart of Dor-set, a wedding, a shooting party, a trip to the races or any special occasion.

We welcome dogs at 10 Castle Street and have a number of bedrooms which are pet friendly. We also welcome dogs in our lounge and library area.

10 Castle Street is in an exceptional location for country sports such as hunting, shooting or fishing. With fantastic Game and Clay Shooting at Prescombe, Gurston, Wimborne St Giles along-side well-stocked commercial fisheries, miles of canals and many stretches of superb river fishing. There are also a number of local hunts from the Portman and South Dorset to the Wilton Hunt, making 10 Castle Street the ideal place to stay.

ROOMS

About our chef...

Dan Syndercombe started his career as a chef working in pubs in his home town of Midhurst, West Sussex. He soon made a name for himself in hotels and restaurants in London as an extremely talented chef before being head-hunted by a private game lodge in South Africa.

Dan spent the next 9 years developing his modern techniques for creating his own unique style. He has worked as head chef in Plettenburg Bay, and private game reserves in the Eastern Cape, where he has had some of the best fresh and organic produce to use at his disposal. Dan’s passion is evident in his innovative creations.

Dan believes that free-range organic produce is not just better, because of its purity and freedom from additives, but because it tastes better too. His philosophy is to create fresh, beautifully cooked foods.

Dan is completely committed to supporting small local suppliers who provide top quality produce. He is passionate about seeking the finest seasonal offerings for all of his dishes at 10 Castle street, from oils and herbs to fish and meat some of which will be grown in the kitchen garden within the grounds.

FOOD & DRINK

Becoming a member of 10 Castle Street will give you access to other like minded people. As members you will also be invited to a wide range of events from private viewings to a number of exclusive events with our selected partners.

As a Member you and your guests have the freedom to enjoy every aspect of 10 Castle Street, its grounds, extensive facilities, luxurious bedrooms, fine dining rooms and private cellar - all at preferential club rates.

Specific member privileges include free daily use of the spa and gym as well as bedrooms available to members at the special member’s rate. Also exclusive use of the entertainment floor in-cluding a members bar, drawing room and dining room.

There are three stages of membership, giving you the opportuni-ty to select the exact style which benefits you the most.

10 Castle Street welcomes those seeking a haven, a space remote from busy life, somewhere to relax, restore calm, a familiar es-cape. It also opens it’s doors to those that want the perfect place to have fun, explore, enjoy their favourite country sports, clear their minds or learn something new.

MEMBERSHIP

In the second phase of the development of 10 Castle Street, a new purpose built spa and fitness centre will open its doors.

A spa is an oasis of tranquillity; a place to relax both the body and the mind. With luxury and indulgence at its core; you won’t want to leave our country retreat.

The Spa and Fitness Centre will include a state of art gym, studio, in and outdoor swimming pool along with 3 treatment rooms.

Whether you are seeking a one-off treatment, a day or a weekend of indulgence, we will tailor a plan to suit you perfectly. From our uplifting thermal rooms to our relaxation areas and heated swimming pool, you can immerse yourself in quiet and harmo-ny.

The gym will contain top-of-the-range equipment, giving you everything you need to stay in perfect condition and maximise your time with us to meet your personal training goals.

Personal trainers will be available to provide versatile one-to-one training sessions which will be tailor-made whatever your aim is - from improving stamina, maintaining muscle tone or increas-ing flexibility

SPA & FITNESS CENTRE