Sometimes, dinner, bed and breakfast in the nearest inn before a day’s shooting may just fail to hit the mark, especially for that really special occasion.
For that landmark birthday, or if you’re rolling out the red carpet for some special guests or clients, then perhaps an old-fashioned house party could be just the thing.
After a decent soak in a proper bath, you’ll take drinks in the library, the drawing room or as you tour the picture hall before a sumptuous supper – black tie should you so wish.
After all, it is not very often that a prelude to a day in the field starts with superb hospitality in one of our wonderful, historic houses or castles.