Travel Guides Published 19th November 2025

14 of the Best Group Getaways in the English Countryside

Written by Ed Maughan

Planning a getaway with friends, family or a big celebration? England’s countryside is made for group adventures. From rolling hills and ancient woodlands to chocolate-box villages and wide, open skies, there’s no better backdrop for switching off and spending real time together.

At GroupAccommodation.com, we’ve gathered some of the best large holiday houses, farm stays, converted barns, country estates and rural retreats across England’s most beautiful regions. Whether you’re dreaming of long walks in the Cotswolds, pub lunches in Somerset, woodland hot tubs in Yorkshire or a peaceful escape in the Peak District, these standout properties offer space, comfort and a proper taste of the countryside.

Here are some of our favourite group stays where you can slow down, reconnect and enjoy the best of rural England.

Hebden Bridge

The Long View Yorkshire

Stunning house near Hebden Bridge with hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, forest bath, lounge bar, pool table. Perfect for families, friends, hen parties, and retreats. Private location and great views.

Banbury

Beggars Barn, Oxfordshire

Beggars Barn is a beautiful country residence, in Oxfordshire. Outdoor heated pool (Apr-Sept), hot tub, Games/Party room. 6 bedrooms Main House, 2 ensuite in ‘The Stables’, 2 bedrooms Summer House.

Parsons Pleck - open plan dining and sitting room, with floor to ceiling windows for maximum light

Pershore

Parsons Pleck, Worcestershire

Single storey accessible holiday house near Cotswolds for friends, multi generation family breaks, team building. Heated outdoor pool, sauna pod, games room. Dog friendly. Min 5 nights in high season.

A perfect spot for a BBQ and a bit of sun

Witney

New Yatt Farm, Oxfordshire

A beautifully renovated Grade II listed Cotswold farmhouse set in 8 acres of garden and paddocks. Loads of space with 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 receptions. 12 miles from Oxford.

Ashbourne

Granary Court, Derbyshire

Wonderful spacious venue Exclusive Use for your group. Flexibility of all being together and yet finding your own space if you want. Large outdoor area. Contractor’s welcome for midweek stays

Craven Arms

Upper Onibury Cottages, Shropshire

2,000-acre estate surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside. 3 cottages can be booked together or individually and are grouped around a central courtyard offering spacious accommodation. Sleeps 36.

Bedford

Milton House, Bedfordshire

Milton House is a large country house near Bedford sleeping 30 guests, with indoor pool, hot tub, games room and large dining spaces, set within private grounds and easily accessible from London.

Hay-on-Wye

Monnington House, Herefordshire

5 Star Gold farmhouse in beautiful location close to River Wye. Walking from the door, huge gardens and grounds, playing field, games room and playing field.

Oakleigh Farm Stocks Lane Cottage: garden and patio

Ellesmere

Oakleigh Farm, Shropshire

Three beautifully restored barns near the Wales border with hot tubs, games room and spacious group dining. Perfect for family gatherings, celebrations and countryside escapes.

Deanwood Holiday Cottages - picnic benches and shared outside space

Lydney

Deanwood Holiday Cottages, Gloucestershire

Forest of Dean. 10 clean, cosy cottages beside the forest. Excellent base for walking, cycling, birdwatching, canoeing. Children’s play area. Function rooms to hire for group meals and activities.

Craven Arms

Colstey Farm Holiday Cottages, Shropshire

Shropshire cottages ideal for 3 generation families and friends getting together. Good for a small corporate event with space for teambuilding. 2 hot tubs, 2 games rooms. Fabulous views and walks from the door.

The Coach House and The Courtyard Cottage can be booked as one larger unit that sleeps up to 24

Tewkesbury

Courtyard Cottages, Gloucestershire

Cotswold group of 2 cottages. Great choice for multi generation families and friends groups. Swimming pool, tennis court, private lake, play area. Walk to local pub. Dog friendly. Good road access.

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