Estate Life
Gisburne Park Estate is owned and managed by Guy Hindley and his wife Amber, who are converting it into a thriving tourist destination
We are pleased to announce that tickets are now live for our annual Bonfire and Fireworks Night on 5th November. This year we are hosting it by Ribblesdale Park where we always used to have it with parking in the Auction Market.
As always, our master pyrotechnic ‘Pratty’ will be building what we like to think is the biggest bonfire in the UK. There will be lots of food and drink and it promises to be a fun night out for all the family. Tickets: gisburnepark.com
While the Estate and our hospitality business is thriving and demand for new lodges is at unprecedented levels, the roller coaster continues in trying to service it all. Like everyone else in the hospitality industry it’s been a struggle and I hope it doesn’t get much worse. The flip side is that we’re being very pro-active at ways to re-evaluate how we make it a more attractive working environment on Gisburne Park.
As far as lodge sales are concerned sales are flying and we are really enjoying welcoming new owners to the estate. Our bespoke lodges come from Lissett Lodges, probably best manufacturer in the UK and we are excited to announce that we have ordered five more units all to come in the first half of 2022. If you are interested in a custom-built home on Gisburne Park Estate my brother-in-law Charlie will give you a private tour and answer any questions you may have. charlie@gisburneparkestate.co.uk
Meanwhile, in the mansion house, Gisburne Park, which we recently brought back into the family, we’re bringing a little Hollywood to the Ribble Valley. As a Grade I unoccupied Georgian house and hospital, it’s a location scout’s dream and subsequently it has been used as a film set. Sadly, we can’t reveal who has been filming as they insist we sign NDAs but keep a watch out as the estate will feature in some upcoming big hits.
My sons and I have been exploring the old house and Hunter recently discovered what we think is a priest hole beneath some floorboards. We found a small hole with some tiny steps that lead to a hiding hole, which was very exciting but sadly no pot of gold. We have also noticed in the run up to Halloween that there seems to be a lot more supernatural activity in the old house. Our security regularly witness shadows and footsteps and from time to time you can smell cigar smoke in certain rooms.
Gisburne Park Estate
Mill Lane, Gisburn BB7 4LP
01200 415300
gisburnepark.com
