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Donnington Grove is in the extremely lucky position to offer river fly fishing all year round. In the summer months, we’re a popular destination for guests looking to catch river trout, but if you’re staying with us in the cooler autumn and winter, you can have plenty of fun on the river fishing for grayling...
Kinkaku-ji is one of Kyoto’s leading temples. Its formal name is Rokuon-ji. It was built at the end of the 14th century originally as a villa for Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the shogun at the time. After Yoshimitsu’s death, as indicated in his will, the building was converted into a temple of the Zen sect of Buddhism, which is famous for the practice of zazen, or religious meditation (a major method of Buddhist training, and method of meditation for establishing one’s foundation in Zen Buddhism).
Long summer days are just made for being outdoors. Especially in beautiful scenery with exciting things to do. This is why Donnington Grove Hotel is perfect for a three-day summer break.
It’ll see you exploring exquisite grounds and relaxing in gorgeous gardens. Trying your hand at clay pigeon shooting, fishing or golf. Heading out to nearby Highclere Castle and the racecourse at Newbury. Or wandering back from a night at the Watermill Theatre through our grounds. Donnington has all the ingredients for an idyllic summer-time country house stay.
Berkshire may be best-known as the home of Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Downton Abbey but the county is also home to some of the best golf courses the UK has to offer. Whilst you may wish to stay at the luxury Donnington Grove Hotel & Country Club, and take advantage of our challenging golf course overlooked by beautiful Donnington Castle, we are aware that the county also offers different Golf Courses, that upon your stay with us, you could visit...