Concierge Services

At Greyfriars Hideaway, our two luxurious self-catering residences offer an exclusive and intimate setting in the heart of Oxford — perfect for wedding nights, anniversaries, or special celebrations. To complement your stay, we are pleased to provide details of hand-selected third-party suppliers who specialise in delivering exceptional services tailored to life’s most meaningful moments.

Whether you’re planning a romantic wedding night, a private pre-wedding gathering, or an elegant anniversary escape, our curated recommendations include private chefs, bridal hair and makeup, luxury wedding cakes, VIP behind-the-scenes tours, helicopter transfers, close-protection teams, and even private jet charters.

While these services are not delivered directly by Greyfriars Hideaway, we take pride in connecting our guests with trusted professionals who uphold the same standards of discretion, refinement, and excellence.

* Please note we always advise guests book service providers as early as possible to avoid disappointment. We do not accept liability for the activities of any third-party supplier [this being a matter between you and the supplier] and written consent is required by us before a guest engages with any third-party suppliers on the estate. Please see our Terms and Conditions for further information.

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Helicopter Arrivals & Charters

On offer is a completely tailor-made and flexible service to and from any location in the UK and into Europe. Arrive to us in style or if you are planning a special trip this service provider can show you the sights of Oxford from the air, fly you to race meetings, motor racing circuits, concerts, golf tournaments or into central London. Fly with us, beat the gridlock and arrive in style for a perfect day out. Chauffeur services, champagne and lunch packages for your flight can also be arranged if requested.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Private Jet Services

 For guests traveling from overseas or within the UK, Greyfriars Hideaway can connect you with the ultimate private jet travel experience. Enjoy unparalleled privacy, flexibility, and luxury, ensuring a seamless journey tailored to your schedule.
 

Arrive at Oxford Airport or a nearby private airfield in style, with exclusive services designed to enhance your VVIP experience. Whether for business or leisure, private jet travel guarantees comfort, discretion, and efficiency, perfectly complementing the luxurious accommodations awaiting you at Greyfriars Hideaway.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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Close Protection Security

Ensure peace of mind during your stay at Greyfriars Hideaway with optional Close Protection Security services, delivered by highly trained professionals and ex-Special Forces.
 
Close Protection Officers are carefully selected for their ability to provide the highest standards of security while maintaining exceptional discretion and professional etiquette.
 
This bespoke service is designed to ensure you, and those around you, feel completely secure and at ease, whether for personal or professional needs.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Special Experiences Await at Bicester Village

Bicester Village is home to more than 150 luxury fashion and lifestyle boutiques and exceptional dining – all just under half an hour from Oxford. Guests staying at Greyfriars Hideaway can enjoy 10% off in participating boutiques and restaurants when signing up to Bicester Village’s membership programme via this dedicated link here. All guests will also receive complimentary use of our Hands-free Shopping service, access to the Village’s VIP retreat, The Apartment and its private suites, Reserved Parking and Personal Shopping.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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A Private Chef for a Special Occasion or Full Service  in central Oxford

A Private Chef for a Special Occasion or Full Service

 Elevate your dining experience with a private chef at Greyfriars Hideaway, bringing the luxury of fine dining directly to your door. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner party, a grand soirée, or full-service meals throughout your stay, our experienced chefs and their teams create unforgettable gourmet experiences tailored to your needs.
 

Perfect for anniversaries, client gatherings, or simply a night off from cooking, every detail is meticulously managed to ensure your event runs smoothly in this breathtaking setting. Chef services are arranged through trusted external providers renowned for delivering the highest standards of cuisine and service.

For the ultimate dining experience, enhance your event with a full complement of staff:

Trained Waiting Staff: Seamlessly cater to you and your guests.

Flair Bartenders: Serve expertly crafted cocktails with style.

Personal Butler: Add an extra layer of sophistication and care.

Whatever the occasion, our team ensures every moment is effortless and memorable.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Private Oxford Walking Tours

Dedicated to giving you a truly memorable experience in Oxford, with sights to enthral and memories to treasure along your walk a private walking tour just for you in certainly a must. Fully qualified Oxford guides – members of the Institute of Tourist Guiding and / or The Oxford Guild of Tour Guides – are looking forward to showing you around this wonderful city. Oxford is steeped in history, dating back to Anglo-Saxon times. It is a city crammed with visual delights whichever way you turn: from the architecture of the ancient buildings that make up the University, to the rivers, parks and fields that surround it.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Guided tour of Oxford’s historic colleges in central Oxford
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Wedding Hair & Makeup

At Greyfriars Hideaway, we are delighted to collaborate with MACH Management, led by esteemed celebrity hair and makeup artist Claire Hanson. With over 25 years of experience, Claire and her team offer bespoke mobile hair and makeup services, ensuring you look and feel your absolute best during your stay. Whether you’re preparing for a special event, wedding, or an elegant evening out in Oxford, MACH’s team of over 1,000 individually assessed professionals delivers exceptional artistry tailored to your preferences. Their commitment to using natural, environmentally friendly products aligns seamlessly with our dedication to luxury and sustainability. You might be interested to know that MACH Management also offer beauty and holistic treatments as well - the perfect preparation for your big day! 

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Stunning Wedding Cakes

As part of our bespoke concierge services at Greyfriars Hideaway, we are proud to partner with The Pretty Cake Company, one of Oxfordshire’s leading luxury wedding cake designers. Based near Oxford and with over 16 years of experience, founder Samantha Tempest is renowned for creating custom wedding cakes that combine artistic flair with exquisite flavour. Each cake is designed to reflect your unique wedding style, whether you’re dreaming of a classic tiered cake, romantic floral details, or a contemporary semi-naked design. Samantha uses only the finest ingredients to ensure your cake looks stunning and tastes unforgettable. Perfect for weddings in Oxford and the Cotswolds, The Pretty Cake Company brings elegance and personalisation to your special day—another reason why Greyfriars Hideaway is the ideal choice for a luxury Oxford wedding experience.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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behind the scenes VIP tours in Oxford

Ashmolean Museum of Art & Archaeology VIP Private Experience

The Ashmolean is the University of Oxford’s museum of art and archaeology, founded in 1683. The world famous collections range from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art, telling human stories across cultures and across time. Be introduced to your private guide for an extraordinary chance to see behind the scenes and enjoy privileged access to handle some of the rare artefacts. 

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Bespoke History & Sightseeing Tours

Meet Jonathan, your chauffeur and historian. Jonathan will show you some of the wonderful historical locations in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire in an Oxford Blue Rolls Royce Silver Shadow Mark 2 or Cambridge Blue Bentley Turbo R. Since it is bespoke you can choose which areas of history and their locations interest you - Sulgrave Manor, the ancestral home of George Washington; Blenheim Palace, ancestral home of the Duke of Marlborough; or trips further afield can include Hampton Court, a Tudor palace built by Cardinal Wolsey and stolen by King Henry VIII

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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WIM HOF Certified Instructor

Enhance your stay with an unforgettable experience led by certified Wim Hof Method instructor, Leo Brooke-Little. Based in Oxfordshire, Leo combines breathwork, cold exposure, and mindset training to help you unlock your full potential. The Wim Hof Method is renowned for its ability to improve mental clarity, boost energy, and promote overall well-being. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your practice, Leo’s sessions are tailored to guide you on a transformative journey. Take a step toward revitalization during your stay at Greyfriars Hideaway.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Yoga & Nutrition

Experience mind and body connection through a series of disciplined physical postures, breathing exercises and relaxation. You’ll be increasing flexibility and balancing all parts of the body through this strengthening workout. Yoga can help reduce stress levels and improve overall health.


A nutritional workshop aiming at exploring the importance of a balanced diet and how it can have a positive effect on your life. Use this time to ask all of your nutrition and diet questions and have them answered by a Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr).

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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Treatments, Massages and wellness in central Oxford

Treatments & Massages

Indian Head Massage

Indian head massage is a very special therapy that originated from India to help women take care of their hair.  What makes Indian head massage so wonderful is that it works on many pressure points enabling extreme relaxation to take place. The balance is created by working gently and subtly but in all, this is a most powerful treatment and you may feel completely taken away from your present space.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

24/7 Gym Access

Stay active during your stay at Greyfriars Hideaway with 24/7 access to Buzz Gym, a state-of-the-art fitness facility conveniently located just across the road on the rooftop of the Westgate Shopping Centre. With its premium design and welcoming atmosphere, Buzz Gym offers everything you need to meet your fitness goals, including:

Cardio Zone: Equipped with the latest machines for endurance and stamina training.

Resistance Training: Build strength and tone muscles with top-tier equipment.

Track and Field Area: Perfect for functional fitness and athletic training.

Strength Zone: Focused on powerlifting and advanced strength-building exercises.

Purchase your day pass here and enjoy unlimited access to this £1.5 million facility during your stay. Buzz Gym provides a premium fitness experience, helping you maintain your routine while enjoying the luxury of Greyfriars Hideaway.

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Wellness Days

Unwind and rejuvenate with a bespoke Wellness Day at Greyfriars Hideaway, tailored entirely to your needs. Select from a range of luxurious wellness services, including massages, beauty treatments, and relaxation therapies, all designed to help you recharge in the comfort of your accommodation.
 

Your wellness experience is complemented by a selection of healthy and nutritious snacks, ensuring a holistic approach to relaxation and self-care.

Contact us to customize your Wellness Day and enjoy a morning or afternoon dedicated entirely to your well-being.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Vintage Flying Lessons & Experiences

If you're looking for an unforgettable escapade led by seasoned professionals including true RAF, airline and display pilots and instructors you've landed in the right place. Whether you’re seeking a flying lesson [aerobatics included] in a vintage de Havilland Tiger Moth or a leisurely tour over the rolling Cotswold hills or the serenely over the architectural wonders of Oxford you have come to the right place for a truly unique and unforgettable experience.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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Luxury Chauffeur Service and transfers central Oxford

Chauffeur Service

With an emphasis on quality, reliability and class. Why not make chauffeur arrangements to suit your personal requirements so whether it’s to arrange pickup from the local train station or airport or a private chauffer for the week please do let us know. Going one step further why not create a bespoke chauffeur driven sight-seeing tour around Oxfordshire and The Cotswolds so you don't have to do the driving or the research, you can just relax in luxury and take in the sights. Why not also make arrangements for arrival by helicopter? 

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Personal Training

It’s easy to get lost in the world of health and fitness; personal training is a great way to refocus your wellbeing goals. Starting with an initial assessment Hester will work out your personal goals and create a plan on how they can be achieved. Whether that be weight loss, muscle build, fitness or over all health, having someone to keep you accountable will make your goals more achievable less daunting. These sessions can will take place in house, or outside if you like the idea of training in the fresh air in a nearby park.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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Your own Private Butler in central Oxford

Your own Private Butler

At Greyfriars Hideaway a butler makes the perfect addition to your luxury stay. A butler instinctively knows what to do and how to act in every situation. Invisible but always available; they know who to meet and greet and when to disappear. Never flustered, they can help you as the host of your social event. They take care of the detail, leaving you free to socialise.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Good Housekeeping

 Enjoy a seamless and stress-free stay at Greyfriars Hideaway with our Good Housekeeping services. Whether you’re short on time or simply want to focus on relaxation, we can arrange for professional daily or mid-week cleaning through our trusted housekeeping contractor.
 

From tidying up to ensuring your accommodation remains spotless, our housekeeping services are designed to take care of the essentials, so you can make the most of your time in luxury and comfort.

Please contact us to discuss your personal cleaning needs.

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Cooking Lessons

Enhance your culinary skills with tailor-made cooking lessons at Greyfriars Hideaway. Designed to suit your existing skill level and personal interests, these lessons cover a wide range of techniques and topics, including:
 

Kitchen Basics: Master essential skills to boost your confidence in the kitchen.

Knife Skills: Learn professional techniques for precision and safety.

Butchery: Gain insights into preparing and working with quality cuts of meat.

Pastry & Preserves: Create delicious pastries, jams, pickles, and chutneys with ease.

Each lesson is delivered in a relaxed and stress-free environment, ensuring an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

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Vintage Boat Charter

Accommodating up to 8, Lollapalooza is a stunning example of a 1930s classic wooden-built day cruiser constructed largely from mahogany on oak, and is a credit to the wooden boat builders craft. With inside and outside spaces, and an all-weather cover Lollapalooza is a comfortable way to cruise the Thames. Catering options available. 

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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Motivational and corporate Speaking in central Oxford

Dave Bunting MBE: Inspirational Keynote Speaker

 Enhance your stay or event with an inspirational keynote delivered by Dave Bunting MBE. Drawing on over 30 years of experience planning, preparing, and leading expeditions to some of the world’s highest and most challenging peaks—including the infamous West Ridge of Everest—Dave delivers engaging and motivational talks tailored to your specific needs.
 

Whether for a corporate event, team-building session, or private gathering, Dave’s expertise in leadership, resilience, and teamwork will leave a lasting impression on your audience.

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Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

Smoke & Mirrors Murder Mystery

As part of our curated offerings, we’re delighted to introduce Smoke & Mirrors, an immersive murder mystery experience. Perfect for private parties or special occasions, this interactive experience combines theatrical performance, suspense, and heritage storytelling—all within the luxurious and historic surroundings of Greyfriars Hideaway.

Please contact us to discuss your personal needs.

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