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OB Private x Thunder Aviation A Quintessentially British Experience

EXPLORE OUR COUNTRY HOUSE COLLECTION

The British country house weekend is a tradition that endures for good reason. Mornings spent exploring vast estates, afternoons dedicated to seasonal food and outdoor pursuits, and evenings unfolding over long, convivial dinners.

In partnership with Thunder Aviation, OB Private has curated a collection of private country house stays that embrace the best of Britain’s rural heritage. Each experience is designed around food, sport, and culture, offering a seamless helicopter arrival to some of the most storied estates in the UK. With access to renowned chefs, expert-led sporting excursions, and behind-the-scenes experiences, this partnership redefines the modern country house escape.

A Partnership Rooted in British Craft and Culture

OB Private is built on expert knowledge and connections, ensuring our clients experience places in a way that few others can. Thunder Aviation brings that same ethos to private travel – offering precision, efficiency, and access to remote estates without the delays of conventional travel.
Together, we are reviving the classic country house weekend, offering tailored stays where everything is taken care of, from arrival to departure. This is about doing things properly – great company, thoughtful hospitality, and experiences that feel both natural and extraordinary.

The Collection Britain’s Most Distinctive Country Estates

A Culinary and Garden Escape

At Keythorpe Hall, food is the centrepiece. With a Michelin-trained chef at the helm, the estate’s kitchen works in harmony with the seasons, sourcing from its own gardens and surrounding farmland. Guests are invited to blend their own gin, explore the estate’s kitchen gardens, and sit down to thoughtfully prepared menus that celebrate British ingredients.

For those who value craftsmanship – whether in a perfectly cooked dish or a beautifully designed room – this is an estate that delivers on both.

A Sporting Retreat in Sussex

For those who appreciate classic country pursuits, Hound Lodge is a place to do things properly. Days begin with clay pigeon shooting, followed by long walks through the estate’s ancient woodlands. In the evenings, enjoy fireside whisky tastings and dinners prepared by a private chef, centred around game and seasonal produce. A dedicated butler ensures every detail of your stay is taken care of, from bespoke dining experiences to personalised service throughout your visit.

With an atmosphere that is both relaxed and considered, this is a setting designed for those who value great company, good food, and time spent outdoors.

A Highland Experience

The Scottish Highlands are about more than just scenery – they are a place to embrace tradition, sport, and the elements. At Aberfeldy Manor, days are spent salmon fishing on private waters, golfing at Gleneagles, or heading out on a Highland safari. Whisky tastings take place in centuries-old distilleries, and evenings end with a roaring fire and a dram in hand.

For those drawn to wilder landscapes and sporting tradition, this is Scotland at its finest.

The Cotswolds at Its Best

Temple Guiting offers a window into the cultural and culinary life of the Cotswolds. Guests can spend the day at Soho Farmhouse, visit Hawkstone Brewery, or go behind the scenes at Clarkson’s Farm. The estate itself is a masterclass in British country house design, blending historic architecture with contemporary craftsmanship.

This is a place where the setting is as considered as the experiences.

A Three-Day Celebration of British Gastronomy

For those with a deep appreciation for food and wine, Yoxman is a three-day celebration of Michelin-starred dining from three world-class Michelin level chefs, set in the Suffolk countryside at Wilderness Reserve. Included within each booking are three dinners from three different Michelin level chefs, stunning accommodation, tastings, Champagne & Wine, activities and after dinner entertainment.

The experience is designed for those who live for good food, great wine, and beautiful countryside surroundings.

A New Standard for the Country House Weekend

This partnership between OB Private and Thunder Aviation is about access and experience. It is about arriving on your terms, stepping into Britain’s finest private estates, and experiencing them with the right people, in the right way.

 

Helicopter transfers, tailored itineraries, and a focus on great food and outdoor pursuits—this is what the modern country house weekend should be.

Additional Information

  • Minimum stay: Three nights (Thursday – Sunday)
  • Helicopter transfers with Thunder Aviation
  • Price: POA

 

*Subject to availability

For bespoke itineraries and availability, enquire now.

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