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The Creative Crucible: Why Showrunners and Authors Book The East Wing

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Every creative project eventually hits the “stuck” phase.

Whether it’s a production team breaking the plot for a new TV series, a corporate copy team drafting a major launch campaign, or a group of novelists escaping for a distraction-free writing week, the enemy is always the same: friction.

The typical modern hotel or generic holiday cottage is fundamentally unsuited for deep-focus creative work. The tables are too small for script layouts, the Wi-Fi drops when five people jump on a cloud document, and the environment lacks the gravitas needed to get into the flow state.

If your production room or writing circle is looking for an inspiring, deeply peaceful environment to lock in and get the work done, The East Wing at Rufford Park Lodge is engineered for deep focus.

Engineered for Creative Collaboration

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Welcome to Rufford Park Lodge, situated in Sherwood Forest and within what used to be the grounds of the historic Rufford Abbey Estate where it served as a Hunting Lodge for the head gamekeeper. 

Located in the centre of an historical area with something for everyone and enough to keep even the most active of people busy, no matter how long your stay. There are many sites of historical interest, great parks that can be appreciated on foot or bike, attractions for all ages, inns with reputations for great food, and some excellent restaurants.

Accommodation comprises a double en-suite bedroom on the ground floor , two double bedrooms, two twin bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor. There are two reception rooms on the ground floor – a dining room with an extendable oak table that seats up to ten people, and a lounge with reclining leather sofas, a Sony 42″ Flat Screen TV with surround sound, and Sky+ HD. Wifi is also provided for your convenience.