WIN a Luxury Stay with Michelin-Starred Dining at Grantley Hall
23rd October 2026
Escape the winter blues with a night of pure indulgence. One lucky SPHERE reader and a guest will get the chance to stay overnight at Grantley Hall, Yorkshire’s grand 17th-century country estate, complete with dinner at its Michelin-starred restaurant, Shaun Rankin.
Keep reading for everything you need to know about the hotel, the prize and of course, how to enter.
Dating back to 1680, Grantley Hall is as grand in its history as it is in its magnitude. Over the centuries, this Grade II* listed estate, now turned 5-star hotel, has welcomed politicians, artists, entertainers and royalty through its doors. Perched on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, the quintessential British house crowns 38 acres of rolling grounds, with a grandiose fountain taking centre stage at the entrance.
Inside, sumptuous furnishings fit for a king – or queen – fill each room, from the mysterious book-lined library bar to the lofty ceilings dripping with twinkling chandeliers. But Grantley Hall isn’t only a feast for the eyes; the real star of the show is the dining.
Heading up the kitchen is Chef Patron Shaun Rankin, a leading light of modern British cooking since earning his first Michelin star in 2005. His eponymous restaurant at Grantley Hall followed suit just 18 months after opening. Part stately home, part gastronomic destination, it’s the kind of place that makes a single night feel like a proper escape. Read our full review of Grantley Hall here.
The Rooms
With 47 luxurious bedrooms and suites on offer, the decadence of downstairs travels up. Soft-toned walls set the scene for decorated headboards and lavish quilted throws and cushions, while sweeping drapes frame the views across the grounds. Each room carries the heritage and elegance that Grantley Hall so effortlessly embodies.
And bathrooms are an indulgence in their own right, finished in marble with heated floors underfoot and deep tubs made for a long, lazy soak, ideally with a glass of Krug Champagne in hand. But your room isn’t the only place to soak up the luxury: guests enjoy complimentary access to the Three Graces Spa, where the pool, sauna and Nordic Spa Garden await, with treatments available to book separately.
The Food and Drink
Chef Shaun Rankin’s namesake restaurant is a showcase for Yorkshire produce, with each ingredient locally sourced no more than 30 miles from the estate, and some even grown in Grantley Hall’s own Kitchen Garden or foraged by the team.
The result is his Taste of Home menu, a nostalgic journey through the region’s terroir told across 11 courses. Highlights range from duck liver parfait with bursts of blackberry, to a perfectly pink cut of grouse paired with deep, fruity sauces. Even the bread course is an event, with butter served three ways and a rich beef broth alongside it.
This meal is not one to miss, as the drinks are every bit as memorable as the food: as a Krug Ambassade, the restaurant’s sommelier takes guests on a global tour of fine wines and Champagne, each specifically chosen to complement the tasting menu.
The Prize
So, what exactly is the prize? One lucky winner and their guest will enjoy an overnight stay in a Cosy Room at Grantley Hall, complete with dinner and a sommelier-picked bottle of wine at the Michelin-starred Shaun Rankin restaurant, and an after-dinner drink. The stay can be taken between January and March 2027, making it the perfect pick-me-up after the festive season.
How To Enter
To enter the competition, click HERE and input your email where prompted. In doing so, you are agreeing to receive communications from SPHERE Magazine (including the weekly newsletter) and Grantley Hall. Your information will be handled in accordance with each organisation’s respective privacy policy. A winner will be selected on 23 November at midnight and will be contacted via email shortly thereafter.
Please read the Terms and Conditions below and good luck!
T&C’s
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The prize is valid for two people to enjoy an overnight stay at Grantley Hall including dinner at Michelin-starred Shaun Rankin restaurant.
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The winner must be over 18, guest excludes children under the age of thirteen.
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The prize is valid January 2027 - March 2027 (excludes bank holidays, school holidays and Valentine's Day). Blackout dates may apply.
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Drinks include a bottle of wine and post-dinner drink. Only drinks stated are included.
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Any additional costs not included in the prize are to be settled at check-out.
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Prize has no cash alternative, is non-transferable and cannot be sold.
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The prize does not include travel or any additional hotel services except those described.
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The prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
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The stay must be pre-booked in advance of arrival.
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Bookings are subject to availability.
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This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Mailchimp.
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