Nobu Hospitality to launch hotel, restaurant and residences on 185 hectares in Rutland, England | News
Nobu Hospitality is pleased to announce plans for a distinctive new destination in partnership with Woolfox, marking the arrival of a Nobu hotel, restaurant and collection of branded homes set within 185 hectares of England’s most picturesque countryside.
Located in the heart of Rutland, near the Georgian city of Stamford, the project represents the first concept of its kind for the Nobu Hospitality portfolio: a rural escape shaped by nature, space and a slower pace of life. Bringing together Nobu’s signature blend of luxury hospitality, world-class dining and refined living, the development will offer members, guests and residents the opportunity to disconnect from the pace of everyday life and reconnect with the landscape, seasons and the restorative power of the outdoors, while signaling a thoughtful evolution of the brand towards sophisticated rural retreats.
The Nobu Woolfox project will include lake view rooms and suites, a signature Nobu restaurant and bar, curated food and beverage areas, a spa and a collection of branded residences, creating a new luxury lifestyle destination in the English countryside. The plans also include extensive wellness and leisure facilities, with a dedicated spa, swimming pool and gym, as well as landscaped gardens designed to make the most of Woolfox’s surroundings. Nobu Woolfox will be positioned as a destination and membership club, offering a distinctive rural setting with easy access.
Rutland has become an increasingly sought-after destination, known for its unspoilt landscapes, historic English villages and market towns, with outdoor activities around Rutland Water, one of the largest man-made reservoirs in Europe. With direct access to scenic walking and cycling trails, along with sailing, water sports and fly fishing, the area offers a rich connection to the outdoors, while nearby Stamford and Burghley House further enhance its appeal as a year-round destination. Centrally located, approximately one to two hours from major cities including London, Cambridge, Birmingham and Manchester, Woolfox offers both a sense of rural escape and easy access to major commercial and cultural centres.
“This is a truly special location in the heart of England, surrounded by rolling historic landscapes and quintessential English countryside,” said Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality. “For the first time within our portfolio, at Nobu Woolfox we have the opportunity to create a special rural retreat experience – one that offers all the hallmarks of Nobu, but in an environment defined by nature, tranquility and a sense of escape. We look forward to working closely with Woolfox to envision and curate a truly distinctive English rural retreat.”
Chris Riddle, co-founder of Woolfox, says: “We are delighted to be working with Nobu to bring its first rural destination to a truly special part of the English countryside. From the very beginning, our dream for Woolfox has been to create a place where people can relax, reconnect and spend meaningful time together, away from the pace of everyday life. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter in that journey. Nobu is celebrated around the world not only for its exceptional cuisine, but also for its care, warmth and attention.
Together we share a vision to create something truly special, a place where the magic of Nobu can be experienced in a peaceful rural setting, offering something rare, memorable and deeply personal for all who visit.”
The project reflects the continued demand for experience-oriented destinations that combine hospitality, wellness, dining and living in a unique environment. With this new development, Nobu Hospitality and Woolfox aim to introduce a new expression of the Nobu Lifestyle – one that is not defined by the energy of a city, but by the tranquil luxury of the countryside.
