Nestled in the pretty village of Nuthurst, Gaveston Hall is a hidden retreat set within 100 acres of private woodland, meadows, lakes, and streams. A peaceful and protected environment, it’s the perfect backdrop for family gatherings, school trips, weddings, and celebrations.
Owned and run by Studentours (London) Limited since 1966 — and recognised by the British Tourist Authority and the Central Bureau for Educational Visits and Exchanges — Gaveston Hall has a proud history of welcoming groups from around the world.
Same historic charm — now with refreshed accommodation. After more than 50 years, Gaveston Hall is undergoing a major refurbishment, ensuring today’s guests enjoy the same beautiful setting paired with updated, more comfortable spaces.
Despite its secluded setting, Gaveston Hall is just one hour from London, with the South Downs National Park, Brighton, and the South Coast less than 40 minutes away.
London Gatwick Airport is also less than 30 minutes away, making Gaveston Hall easily accessible for both UK and international guests.
Here, children can explore the countryside and encounter some of our wild neighbours: timid deer, shy badgers, curious foxes, bats in their woodland retreats, and the rich life of our lakes and streams.
Make your stay as relaxing or as hectic as you choose; there is certainly plenty on offer to keep everyone busy.
Great Value Hostel Accommodation
Gaveston Hall provides great value hostel accommodation, all year round, for up to 85 guests. Groups of all sizes, parties of friends and families as well as schools and clubs are all welcome, as are weddings and similar celebrations. The accommodation is hostel style in small chalets and larger dormitories with some single and twin rooms. Larger groups can be catered for using marquees and extra guests' camping.
The kitchen is well equipped to cater for big events. Details of the kitchen equipment can be found here.
Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and Waitrose all deliver to our door, so you don't need to worry about bringing your food and drink with you.
Outside caterers can provide any kind of menu from pizza, hog roast fish and chips to a sit down banquet.
Outside there is plenty to entertain all ages with play areas, a football field, fishing lake, tennis court, woodland walks and footpaths leading to the Downs Link Bridleway. There is also a huge picnic area, BBQ and campfire site.
Outdoor activities can also be provided on site.
Indoor entertainment includes table tennis and pool tables and a swimming pool (April to October only). Music can be played indoors up to 11pm
You can either hire bedding or bring your own.
Camping is also available
Click here to download our accommodation floor plan
Facilities
Mixed dormitories
Single sex dormitories
Disabled access
Sleeping bags required
Self catering facilities
Meals available locally
Drying Room
Showers
Fully heated
WiFi
Dogs allowed by arrangement
Groups only (minimum of 15 people)
Private hall available for hire for yoga, exercise sessions, or similar. Please contact us for more information.