Crogen Estate
About Crogen Estate
Crogen Hall is a historic Welsh country house, dating back to the 13th century, with a newer Coach House in the grounds. The 2,500-acre Crogen Estate is on the banks of the River Dee, with its own woodlands, moorland and mountainside. There is accommodation on the estate for 31 people (see below) across two properties separated by a large lawn. The Coach House is the hub for the whole party, which sleeps 17 people, and the remainder (14 people) sleeping in Crogen Wing/Hall. It works perfectly for both corporate and private use and also weddings; Crogen Hall has a wedding licence.
The Coach House (sleeps 17)
9 bedrooms, with 6 bathrooms (2 of which are en-suite). The reception rooms include a large kitchen with Aga and woodburning stove, dining room and drawing room with open fires, and games room with table tennis. The house has a private walled garden, and a south-facing veranda with terrace – perfect for al fresco dining.
Crogen Wing/Hall (sleeps 14)
7 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms. For those that of your group that wish to have some time away from the larger group in the Coach House, there is a kitchen with a dining table and a sitting room. The owners live in the main part of the Hall, which is separated from the Wing, and are on hand to help or leave you to enjoy the estate in the peace.
Edmund’s Choice of Extraordinary Feature
“Crogen (pronounced Crog to rhyme with Frog – Crog-‘n) really was built for country sport, and the shoot is famous for its high-quality. The hospitality of the estate is top-notch, with every comfort thought of.”
About the Location
The estate is off the A5, in mid-Wales. It is about 4 hours’ drive from Central London, and 2 hours’ drive from Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool. The nearest train station is about 40 minutes away, at Ruabon/Chirk (or Chester station is an hour away). It’s possible to hire a car at Chester station if taking the train from London.
Things To Do
The Crogen Estate rolls over 2500 acres of North Wales, with superb country sport and outdoor pursuits literally on the doorstep. We have a private tennis court for our guests’ use and fishing is available on request. ‘Get Wet – The Adventure Company’ operates from Crogen Estate, and offers, amongst other things: paint-balling, white water rafting, bespoke activities on the estate.
The river Dee runs through the estate, and there is a summerhouse on the banks, which can be hired for parties, receptions or BBQs.
There is also plenty to do off the estate; Portmeirion Village (famous for being built to show how architecture can enhance natural landscape) is close by, as is Snowdonia National Park, and some of the best white-water rafting in Wales.
If you would like to have an elegant evening in the Crogen Hall then it’s possible to have a fully catered meal in the main dining room, complete with wood fires and a sitting room for drinks.
Weddings
Crogen holds a licence for the Hall’s dining room for a wedding ceremony (fitting up to 50 guests) and it’s possible to put up a marquee on the main lawn to create space for the reception. There are no set packages and you are free to create your own experience; please get in touch for details.
Activities
Fishing
Grayling and salmon (when in season) by arrangement on the River Dee.
Tennis
Private tennis court on site.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
Either on-site or nearby.
Golf
At local clubs, Bala and Llangollen.
White Water Rafting
15 minutes’ drive away, just beyond Bala.
Watersports
At Bala Lake.
…Plus steam trains, mountain walks, mountain biking or other activities, just ask!
Location
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Reviews
Lovely location and massive house! Unfortunately the wifi didn't work all week in the coach house.
Wonderful venue and people
What can I say about my stay at Crogen Coach house.just returned from Fantastic weekend with my family. This house has absolutely everything you need for your holiday.,,even down to cafetieres, great log fires, big bedrooms, and lounges. 5 stars isn't enough !!!! 1 tip though take some t shirts this is the warmest house I've stayed in. stayed 15/11/19 -18/11/19
OMG!!!! I really don't want to tell you how fantastic this cottage and it's views are incase it gets booked up before we can revisit, but it is just too good not to share. Couldn't even imagine anything or anywhere better!! Sarah, what a place, thank you so much for sharing it and thank you for recommending the waterfalls, absolutely stunning. (Bryn Awel Cottage)
Amazing house, beautiful gardens and lovely surroundings. Fantastic for big family get togethers
Great setting - massive house. Good for kids.
we have just had the most perfect weekend here with the delightful owners, lovely dogs and even managed to help collect eggs from the chickens. we can highly recommend a stay here.
Great house and grounds Henry the owner was a delight
juste magnifique, un paysage à couper le souffle
Wonderful setting beautiful traditional accommodation and Sarah is just fantastic!!!!! Thank you
Attended a family wedding and the estate, buildings,accommodation and everything was top notch! Beautiful place and amazing history to the house and grounds �