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The Hammersley Connection, Warren House. April 2nd, 2008

The social scene in Coombe Estates, Kingston, has never stood still. Since Warren House was built in 1884, it has played the role of a proud host to a lively social calendar.

The Hammersley Connection

From royalty “time out” to family gatherings, the handsome rooms at Warren House have been the setting for a tradition of fine entertainment and warm hospitality. So it was only natural that in keeping with this tradition, set over the past hundred and forty odd years, Warren House is now extending its renowned exquisite hospitality and superb service through an exclusive, invitation only, community called The Hammersley Connection.

Friends and guests of Warren House will be invited to become complementary members of The Hammersley Connection during the spring and summer of 2008. This exclusive members’ club has been set up to provide outstanding benefits and privileges, in addition to the superb service which has already earned Warren House many international accolades. It also allows members to participate in a busy calendar of events and activities taking place at Warren House. Carolyn Henderson, General Manager at Warren House said: “Over the years, many friends and guests have availed themselves of the facilities and amenities at Warren House, whether they were here on conferences, meetings or attending private events such as weddings and anniversary celebrations. We enjoy welcoming return guests, but we now want to go a step further. We decided that we wanted to recognise our esteemed guests and also reward them for their loyalty to Warren House. Hence The Hammersley Connection, our special way of saying: How lovely to see you again!”

Most Excellent Venue

Warren House is a grade II listed building and five star venue. Recognised by Johansens as the “Most Excellent Dedicated Venue” for conferences, meetings and events, it is a haven in what has long been considered one of the wealthiest and most exclusive: Coombe Estate, in the Royal Borough of Kingston.

Many years of hospitality have certainly left their mark. In the early 1900s it was often visited by royalty, enjoying the delights of what was and still is considered “one of the glories of Kingston”. In fact in 1912, as reported in the New York Times, Lady Paget was busy entertaining friends and royalty at “Coombe Warren”, complete with after dinner American singers providing a musical programme.

Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, George V and Queen Mary, often stayed at Warren House on private visits. King Edward’s bedroom is still there, along with a ballroom modelled on the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles.

Warren House is a house with a history and tradition of fine dining, relaxed quality time and the warmest welcome you can imagine. In fact it is the perfect setting for the continuation of a fine tradition through The Hammersley Connection.