Practicalities

Staying at Higham

We aim to ensure Higham is a place where everyone feels at home.

We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone can learn and work without encountering prejudice or discrimination and is treated with dignity and respect.

There is a member of staff on duty 24/7.

Check in is from 4pm; check out is 9am. The Bar is open nightly 6-10:45pm. If not in use for a course, the Drawing Room is a cosy place to while away a quiet hour or two. You will find a wide range of reading material on the bookshelves and a basket of donated books to take from or add to while you are here. All bedrooms have tea and coffee-making facilities, hot water bottles, a hairdryer and radio. Liquid soap, towels and bathrobes (in bedrooms where the bathrooms are not ensuite) are provided. There is a drying room for damp clothes and boots. The office (open 8am–6pm) stocks a small selection of travel essentials if you forget anything.

On the Menu

We serve a hearty breakfast, 2-course lunch and 3-course dinner every day.

Morning coffee and afternoon tea with homemade biscuits and cakes are also provided.

All meals are prepared freshly in our kitchens from locally sourced ingredients so we are able accommodate any dietary or allergy requirements.

Please tell us about any dietary needs on booking.

Accommodation

Every room is different at Higham. We do our best to accommodate everyone’s needs wherever possible.

We offer single, twin and double rooms. All have private bathrooms but not all are ensuite. We charge an ensuite supplement of £10pppn. Double occupancy of twin rooms is discounted at a rate of £5pppn. Carers sharing a room will be charged for meals only. Bedroom accommodation in the main house is on the first floor, and we have a stairlift to help with access.

There are also a number of ground floor rooms with level access in the Gatehouse and Bungalow, which are a short distance from the main house. We offer one fully accessible (single) bedroom. Please get in touch to discuss any mobility issues so we can ensure you are offered appropriate accommodation.

We have set aside two ground floor rooms for guests who wish to bring their dogs. There is an additional charge of £30 per dog to cover housekeeping costs. Please check availability on booking.

Parking

There is plenty of free parking on site.

Campervans and Motor Homes

Hook-ups and a sluice room are available for students wishing to stay in campervans or motor homes. Please tell us in advance. A charge of £15 per vehicle per night will be due on booking.

Electric Car Charging

Electric car charging is no longer possible on site. Please call for guidance on nearest charging points.

Additional Accommodation

Space permitting, we also welcome guests who are not attending courses.

B&B standard room £60 (ensuite +£10pppn) Breakfast £12, Lunch £16, Dinner £26

Please note we are obliged to add VAT to these prices for guests who are not attending courses.

Alternative B&B accommodation is available in the local area; please ask the office for recommendations.