The Goring Sheep

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As iconic as the hotel itself, here is a little history on how they came to be...

Guests remarked to the late George Goring that they did not feel as if they were in London when they stayed, but rather it had the peace and calm of a country hotel – due to the beautiful garden and the very quiet location in Belgravia. 

So one day, when driving through Devon, Mr Goring came across the workshop of a gentleman who made the most engaging and delightful wooden sheep with real sheepskin fur. He bought one and took it back to The Goring, as he thought it really brought the country feel of the hotel to life. Guests loved it – and he subsequently commissioned more and more. 

Visiting The Goring today, guests will see these now famous sheep on each bed and dotted about, ready to welcome guests to The Goring. We hope you will like them too...