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MOMENTS
THE CLIVEDEN NEWSLETTER
SPRING/SUMMER 2016
SPRING
INTO SUMMER
Spring has definitely arrived, the Parterre is ablaze with
colour, and the air is heady with the scent of hyacinths;
with the promise of warm summer days ahead and such
a fabulous setting to enjoy, we are delighted to offer a
complimentary night’s accommodation when you book a
short break at Cliveden House. Our ‘Three-Nights for the
Price of Two’ offer is available until the 31st October.
Cliveden has been named as one of the finest
hotel properties in the world in the latest
edition of the Forbes Travel Guide. Serving as
one of the most authoritative indicators for
guests seeking exceptional travel experiences,
the Forbes recommended awards are the gold
standard in the hospitality industry worldwide.
WELCOME
Dear Friends,
With spring racing by and the seasons continuing to confound us,
the planting schemes throughout the estate are running ahead of
themselves with a riot of colour and the promise of stunning floral
displays to come.
We have had a productive start to the year and have completed
the refurbishment of our Garden Wing bedrooms. This is quite
a milestone moment and we are now pleased to say that all our
bedrooms have been fully refurbished, along with our reception
rooms and behind the scenes areas too.
The last phase of works has seen the creation of The Churchill
meeting room, a wonderfully equipped, light and airy event space
for up to 40 delegates.
Most noteworthy is that we have taken the old stables and turned
them into The Astor Grill. This is now an informal and stylish
restaurant, which will be open to guests for all day dining. André
Garrett and his team will be in charge of the Kitchen so we are
especially excited to welcome you to come and experience this new
eatery.
Excitingly, we have been able to establish a Cellar Tour for our
guests to enjoy. It takes you through the 17th Century tunnels
below the house. It is an atmospheric, informative and fun tour and
can be booked in advance if you are staying at Cliveden. I might
even be the one to guide you and share the history of the house
along the way.
I hope you enjoy the following pages and are tempted to visit us
soon.
With all good wishes,
WHAT’S
INSIDE
AND SO TO BED
New bedrooms
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FAMILY FUN
Places to visit
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DINING
Welcome to
‘The Astor Grill’
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WHAT’S ON
The America’s Cup
World Series
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PAMPER ZONE
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Sue Williams
General Manager
PS - We are delighted to have won the award for
Best Stately Home in The UK Wedding Awards 2016
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AND SO TO BED
We are thrilled that the final phase of the
restoration of Cliveden House has now been
completed with the transformation of the
bedrooms in the former Garden Wing.
During this remarkable renovation we have
brought Cliveden back to life, flooding rooms
with fabulous colours, luxurious fabrics and
textiles, creating opulent rooms and suites
that truly reflect the history and beauty of this
stunning house.
Our design team, lead by the remarkable Mario
Nicolaou has since January 2014 worked with
great passion and enthusiasm on this project
which has been an absolute labour of love
and like all great love stories, not without its
challenges. But we are delighted to share our
final eleven bedrooms with you.
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CHECK OUT THE
NEW CLIVEDEN
WEBSITE
Checking in? Then check
out Cliveden’s new website
www.clivedenhouse.co.uk
Following the meticulous
multimillion pound restoration
of Cliveden, the iconic 17th
Century stately home, the hotel
has launched a highly responsive
and intuitive new website that
displays a deeper empathy with
visitors to the site. With the
use of stunning photography
Cliveden’s story unfolds with
ease as the visitor to the site
scrolls through the logical
presentation of information. The
new website has a superior user
interface which aims to provide
a more pleasurable website
experience than in the past.
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FAMILY FUN
Cliveden is a great place to spend time with the family in truly inspiring and
beautiful surroundings. The house is brimming full of history and offers an
exceptional level of comfort and luxury. With the bonus of the National Trust
gardens just outside your window, there are some great places for you and your
children to explore and acres of gardens for the little ones to run around in.
If you are looking for ideas of places to visit close by, here are a few suggestions. We can also obtain
tickets for these attractions in advance, to save you a little time on arrival.
Odds Farm Park is just
five minutes’ drive from
Cliveden - the children will
love seeing and learning
all about the farm animals
and there are plenty of
hands-on activities and
demonstrations to keep
the children busy for
hours. When umbrellas
and wellies are the order
of the day, explore the
giant indoor play barn with
its slides, scramble nets
and tunnels.
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The LEGOLAND®
Windsor Resort is an
exciting day out with
thrills and fun for the
whole family, with over
55 interactive rides and
attractions you can fly
through the treetops to
escape fearsome dragons,
ride the rapids in a Viking
fleet, or join divers on
a magical underwater
adventure.
Complete with live shows,
building workshops,
driving schools and
attractions, and all set
in 150 acres of beautiful
parkland; LEGOLAND®
Windsor Resort is a unique
family theme park and
just minutes away from
Cliveden.
Windsor Castle and
Cliveden have had a close
relationship for hundreds
of years and if you
have children who love
exploring castles, then
Windsor is a must see
adventure for your next
trip. Follow the activity
trail or join the free guided
tours and look out for
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House,
the State Apartments;
Henry VIII’s armour, the
Castle Precincts and of
course the Changing of
the Guard.
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Bekonscot Model Village
and Railway is the world’s
oldest and original model
village, which opened in
1929, it has a huge model
railway, 1.5 acres of wellkept gardens and finely
detailed model buildings.
Captured in a 1930s time
warp, you can see England
how it used to be and
discover a wonderful little
world tucked away from
the hustle and bustle of
everyday life.
THE YEAR OF THE
ENGLISH GARDEN
With the added bonus
of a complimentary
night’s accommodation at
Cliveden when you book a
‘Three-Night for the Price
of Two’ family break, this
will leave you an extra day
to enjoy exploring the area.
Prices start from £1,190 per
room for a three-night stay
in a Classic Room, based
on two adults and one
child sharing.
We can also arrange
babysitting so you can
have a quiet dinner in The
Astor Grill or the André
Garrett Restaurant, whilst
your little one sleeps after
a busy day exploring.
BOOK your STAY
Contact reservations to
make a booking.
T: 01628 607107
[email protected]
clivedenhouse.co.uk
In celebration of one of England’s greatest attractions and to
mark the 300th anniversary of landscape gardener, ‘Capability’
Brown, 2016 has been declared the ‘Year of the English Garden’.
The impressive gardens at Cliveden, perched high on the cliffs
overlooking the River Thames will be looking at their best, and you
can follow in the footsteps of film stars, dukes, earls and royalty
as you discover a series of impressive gardens from the formal
Parterre with its amazing floral displays; the newly restored, English
Rose Garden (with over 900 roses) to the stunning Oriental Water
Garden, and enjoy the many breathtaking vistas on the ‘Cliveden’s
Views’ trail. The seasons are highlighted with the most wonderful
displays of flowers. Here are highlights to discover when staying at
Cliveden this spring and summer.
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April/May – Over 12,500
tulips under-planted with
pansies, polyanthus, forgetme-knots and wallflowers
will create a carpet of colour
on the six acre Parterre.
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May – The woodlands
at Cliveden are liberally
sprinkled with bluebells, but
head to the Pheasantry and
Fitness Trail for the best
displays.
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June – The Jellicoe Rose
Garden displays over 900
repeat flowering roses
with colours phasing from
yellow and orange through
to velvety reds and deep
crimsons.
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July – The Long Garden
will be planted with 10,000
Devil’s Delight Begonias.
Creating a sea of pastel pink,
purple and white blooms,
and the Parterre will have its
summer display of 30,000
multi coloured bedding
plants including zinnias,
dianthus, ageratum, and
snapdragons.
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August – The displays in the
Parterre, Long Garden and
Rose Garden will be in full
bloom
•
September – The Round
Garden will be displaying 90
varieties of heritage apples
and pears ripening on the
trees – delicious.
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WELCOME TO THE ASTOR GRILL
The Astor Grill is a relaxed and convivial new
restaurant which is located in the charming old
stable block, which once housed Lord Astor’s
most prized fillies. Adopting an equestrian theme
in its décor, The Astor Grill is full of character,
offering a simple and informal approach to dining
at Cliveden.
Adjacent to the Main House, The Astor Grill
has seating for 38 guests with the fabulous
Clocktower Courtyard redesigned as an al fresco
seasonal terrace seating up to 40 guests. The
modern all-day menu is overseen by Executive
Chef André Garrett and it focuses on a mixture
of classic American and British dishes, many
reminiscent of Cliveden’s diverse owners and
residents. The name – The Astor Grill – recalls
the Astor family, who owned the house from the
early 1900s. William Waldorf Astor, America’s
richest citizen, then gave the house to his son and
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daughter-law, Nancy Astor, in 1906 when Cliveden
became a vibrant social hub for guests as diverse
as Charlie Chaplin, George Bernard Shaw and
Winston Churchill.
The Astor Grill today is a cosmopolitan venue
which is steeped in history, its romantic setting
offers all the style and legendary hospitality that
Cliveden is famous for, and it is the perfect place
to escape and read the papers or enjoy a cheeky
glass of Champagne as well as a late brunch, early
lunch, afternoon treat or a relaxed supper with
someone special.
Open from 09.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. seven days a
week, gentle jazz music drifts across the luxurious
setting of the courtyard, and this slightly quirky,
relaxed restaurant provides a fabulous alternative
dining venue to the award winning André Garrett
Restaurant.
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A taste of what awaits...
TO START…
Grilled Wye Valley Asparagus
Crispy Cornish Squid
Campania Burrata
Tanqueray-cured Loch Duart Salmon
English Pea Soup
Baked Gnocchi Romesco
SALADS…
Waldorf
Grilled Chicken Cobb
Cliveden Superfood
FISH…
Grilled Fillet of Cod
Newham Fish Pie
Baked Lemon Sole
FROM THE GRILL…
Herb-rubbed Spatchcock Poussin
Grilled Halibut
Shrimp & Scallop Burger
12 oz. Veal Cutlet
Barnsley Chop
12 oz. Ribeye on-the-bone
8 oz. Fillet on-the-bone
Half Cornish Lobster & Chips
The Astor Burger
Head Sommelier David Kubler, has honed a
selection of rediscovered ‘Old World’ wines, with
20 available by-the-glass or carafe and he will also
be serving a selection of English craft beers and
artisan ciders. When a little extra fizz is required,
enjoy a ‘White Peach Nectar and Prosecco
Bellini’, or an ‘Astor Fizz’. Interesting smoothies,
lemonades and iced teas can also be easily
enjoyed al fresco in the summer sunshine.
FOR DESSERT…
Baked Strawberry & PX Cheesecake
Raspberry Jam Soufflé
Classic English Trifle
Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Mousse
English Cheese Plate
THE MENU ALSO INCLUDES
SNACKS SUCH AS…
Lightly spiced Astor Grill nuts,
Mini Venison Sausage Rolls and
Hazelnut and Garlic Dip with crudités.
AND WEEKDAY
SPECIALS INCLUDE…
Astor Fish Pie
Wild Boar Sausage and Mash
New England Lobster Roll
Shepherd’s Pie
BRUNCH FOR YOU TWO
When the day is yours and there is no need to
rush, enjoy a leisurely brunch in The Astor Grill, the
menu will include dishes such as Chorizo Eggs en
Cocotte with rye soldiers; London Cure Smoked
Salmon Bagel, watercress, red onion and capers;
Omelette Arnold Bennett; Crushed Avocado with
Chilli on Sourdough, poached hen’s egg; and
Buttermilk Waffles, caramelised banana, pecan
and grilled bacon. Well worth waking up late for!
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TASTE OF
CLIVEDEN
The authentic Cliveden
experience, can be enjoyed with
our ‘Taste of Cliveden’ package,
which is valid until the 30th
November 2016 and includes:
•
Overnight accommodation
•
Complimentary three-course
dinner for two to the value of
£72.50 per person
•
Full English breakfast
•
Use of the Spa and leisure
facilities
•
Access to explore the
spectacular 376 acres of
National Trust grounds and
parkland
Prices start from £495 per room,
per night based on two guests
sharing a Club Room.
To book, call reservations on
01628 607107 or email
[email protected]
HERITAGE OF CLIVEDEN
AFTERNOON TEA
For those with a love of
tradition, Executive Head Chef
André Garrett has created
a very special afternoon tea
treat, the ‘Heritage of Cliveden
Afternoon Tea’ which costs
£50 per person and includes
alongside a selection of delicious
sandwiches, freshly baked
scones served with Devonshire
clotted cream and homemade
preserves, a mouthwatering
selection of cakes and pastries
including iced ring doughnut,
Victoria sandwich, Eccles
cakes, peanut butter and jelly
macaroon, black forest brandy
snap basket.
Created in honour of the
completion of the house in 1666,
it blends subtle hints of Chase
Vodka, Grand Marnier and Rose
liqueur, topped with Taittinger
2008 Champagne and finished
with 24 carat gold leaf.
The André Garrett Restaurant
has been included in the top
10 UK restaurants located
outside the M25 in the
summer Square Meal guide.
André Garrett is in good
company locally as ‘The Hand
and Flowers’, together with
‘The Waterside Inn’ are also
included in the top 10.
The ‘Cliveden ’66 Heritage
Afternoon tea costs £73
per person and includes our
signature Cliveden ’66 cocktail.
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DOWN ON THE RIVERBANK
The Cliveden Flotilla of lovingly
restored vintage launches
returned to the water this April.
You can enjoy the gentle pace of
lazy days on the river, combined
with first class hospitality and
create some memories to
cherish with friends, family and
loved ones.
ALL ABOARD FOR TEA!
What could be more idyllic
than floating down the most
beautiful stretch of the River
Thames aboard a beautifully
restored 100 year old wooden
River Boat, enjoying the delights
of Cliveden’s famous Afternoon
Tea? Our boats are available
to hire on an hourly basis or for
the day from April until October.
We can accommodate up to 10
guests, so ideal for a couple or
group of friends and family.
When reserving one of our
boats privately, we can serve
afternoon tea on board in a
beautifully presented hamper,
with all your favourites, and of
course Champagne is available
if you wish to add a bit of fizz
to the occasion. Should you
prefer to join our shared evening
Champagne cruise, afternoon
tea can be taken at the house
prior to your cruise.
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BRINGING CHURCHILL
BACK TO LIFE
Winston Churchill was a regular guest at Cliveden
in Nancy Astor’s era, and although they did not
often agree, we think they would thoroughly
approve of the new Churchill conference
facilities which have been built in the Clocktower
Courtyard, adjacent to The Astor Grill restaurant.
This bespoke meeting room is situated in the
former mews garage complex. Equipped with the
latest technology and plenty of natural daylight
there is also parking close by. At the heart of the
house, Churchill also has access to a private paved
courtyard and the use of two syndicate rooms
located nearby, and offers meeting space for 30
delegates or theatre seating for 50.
This new facility, complements perfectly the
meeting rooms known as Waldo’s in the East
Wing. Comprising of two interconnecting spaces
conveniently situated next to the Screening
Room, a private cinema and reception area, and
the atmospheric Cellar Dining Room, a perfect
location for private dining and a glass of wine!
For more details contact our sales team at
[email protected]
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FORAGING FOR FUN… OR BUSINESS
We have a varied programme of team building and incentive activities for guests to
enjoy at Cliveden, but one of the latest is proving very popular – and very tasty!
Foraging is growing in
popularity with increasing
enthusiasm for gathering
healthy and nutritious food from
wild and natural places. The
trend is particularly relevant in
today’s climate of unacceptable
food waste and with the current
interest in creative events
combining food and nature
you have a perfect recipe for a
memorable activity.
In partnership with the artisan
producer of award-winning
jams and conserves ‘Naked Jam’,
groups can now experience
bespoke foraging events at
Cliveden. Enjoying a guided
ramble tailored to the seasons,
guests will explore hundreds of
acres of woodland and formal
gardens with expert forager
Jennifer Williams.
There will be an opportunity
to learn about and gather the
wide range of seasonal wild
foods that grow on the estate,
including hedgerow berries,
leaves, flowers and fruits.
Jennifer will then help the guests
transform the day’s bounty into
delicious cordials and cocktails
which they can take home, along
with the recipes and a souvenir
guide to foraging.
Contact our reservations team on Tel: 01628 607107
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WHAT’S ON
Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series –
Portsmouth: Victory Package, includes:
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Two nights overnight stay in a luxury
Classic Double room including breakfast
and a bottle of Champagne in the room
on arrival
•
Welcome reception and race briefing
•
Entrance to the Race Village and the
exclusive ‘Victory Lounge’ with VIP
hospitality throughout the day
•
Opportunity to view racing boats, meet
the sailors and their teams and see the
Trophy up close.
•
Experienced guide will share racing
updates and summaries throughout
the day, ensuring you are fully briefed
and feel thoroughly engaged by the
sporting spectacle
THE AMERICA’S CUP
There is glamour, money, legal challenges, crazy
rules and a host of history and quirks … and that
is all before the racing starts! The America’s Cup
was founded in 1851 and this version takes place
between 2015 and 2017, the event pre-dates the
modern Olympics and is the oldest international
sporting trophy in the world. It has only ever been
won by four countries and never by Britain.
However, we hope this is all about to change with
the 35th America’s Cup and Sir Ben Ainslie’s team
Land Rover BAR which represents the best chance
Britain has had in the last 165 years to win this
incredible trophy. With immense experience from
Sir Keith Mills (Deputy Chairman London 2012
Olympic Games and Chairman Invictus Games),
technical excellence from team CEO Martin
Whitmarsh, headline sponsorship from Land Rover
and technical and engineering support by BT and
BAE Systems - things are shaping up well.
Prior to the 35th America’s Cup taking place in
Bermuda in May - June 2017, Cliveden and its sister
hotel Chewton Glen have been given a fabulous
opportunity to share the excitement of the final
qualifying racing in UK waters off Portsmouth
on the 21-24th July, with unrestricted VIP access
to the Victory Lounge hospitality and viewing
pavilion, which is set up in the Portsmouth event
ticketed ‘Race Village’ overlooking the racing
taking place literally metres from the shoreline.
For guests flying into the UK to watch the racing,
the hotels close proximity to Heathrow Airport,
and London makes it an ideal starting point for
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Price from £1,190.00 per person based on
two guests sharing a Classic Room for the
Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series
race package, Supplements apply for
alternative room categories. Transport can
be arranged at an additional cost.
America’s Cup photo credits: Teamorigin Events
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PAMPER ZONE
TASTE OF LONDON
Returning to London’s Regent’s Park between
the 15th and 19th June, ‘Taste of London’ brings
together some of the biggest names in the
gastronomic world, and on Saturday 18th June
our own Executive Chef, André Garrett will be
bringing a taste of Cliveden to this gourmet
food festival.
In addition to visiting André’s one-day Pop-Up
restaurant, where you will be able to sample
taster sized dishes from our award-winning
restaurant and The Astor Grill, you will also
be able to watch world-class chefs at the
AEG Taste of London Theatre, participate in
mouth-watering master-classes, experience
40 of London’s best restaurants who will be
preparing over 200 dishes to sample, enjoy
live entertainment and view the products of
hundreds of artisan producers.
www.london.tastefestival.com
Visit us at Taste
and receive a voucher for a glass of
Champagne Taittinger to bring with you
when you next visit Cliveden House.
Another level of relaxation awaits you in the Spa
at Cliveden. Sink into fluffy robes and slippers,
sip a glass of something delicious and cool, and
enjoy the tranquillity of this quintessentially
English spa. Cocooned behind its mellow red brick
walls adorned with trailing flowers, the Spa is a
welcoming haven, a delightfully oasis of calm.
You can now also enjoy the view of the croquet
lawn and the infamous outdoor swimming pool
beyond, the scene of the fateful meeting of
Christine Keeler and John Profumo, from the
comfort of your very own Hot Tub when you book
an overnight spa break at Cliveden.
With wellness very much in mind, we have created
four fabulous new spa bedrooms which overlook
the spa gardens. These relaxing and luxurious
rooms have individually designed terraces
complete with individual hot tubs, ideal for a
little night time star gazing.
An overnight spa break includes:
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Luxurious overnight accommodation
in your chosen room category
•
A la carte dinner in the award-winning
André Garrett Restaurant
•
Full English breakfast
•
One 50-minute spa treatment of your choice
•
Full use of the spa and leisure facilities
•
Access to the National Trust gardens
Prices start from £422.50 per person, per night
based on two guests sharing a Club Room.
Contact our special events office on Tel: 01628 668561
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THE
SOCIAL
SEASON
Quintessentially English, the ‘Social Season’ is a diary of world-famous sporting
and cultural events that traditionally run from Easter until 12th August, the
beginning of the ‘Shooting Season’ when the Grouse take flight!
Cliveden is perfectly positioned geographically to many of the key events in this
year’s calendar and we would be thrilled to facilitate your social season this year,
courtesy of our concierge service. Please find below some examples of how to
celebrate this social season.
QUEEN ELIZABETH II
90th BIRTHDAY
21st April to 12th June 2016
Immerse yourself in the royal
history of the Chilterns and
River Thames and follow in
Her Majesty’s footsteps in
a Champagne river cruise
on The Enchantress, the
umpire launch from which
Princess Elizabeth watched
Henley Royal Regatta in
1943. The bespoke Royal
Birthday celebration can
also include a private visit
to Windsor Castle and St
George’s Chapel; a themed
riverside lunch; ‘Heritage
Afternoon Tea’ in the Great
Hall at Cliveden followed by
a Butler’s Tour; cocktail hour
in Spring Cottage a favourite
of Queen Victoria; overnight
accommodation, dinner in
the fabulous surrounding
of the André Garrett
Restaurant; breakfast and
full use of the spa and
access to the National Trust
gardens at Cliveden.
GARSINGTON OPERA
3rd June to 17th July 2016
ROYAL ASCOT
14th to 18th June 2016
The combination of opera
in the idyllic setting of an
historical English estate, a
stunning picnic and a summer
evening make Garsington one
of the highlight of the operatic
year. We will transfer you, by
chauffeured car or helicopter,
to the Wormsley Estate for a
personal tour of the grounds
and gardens, followed by a
Champagne Reception in the
Walled Garden and a splendid
evening of al fresco dining
and opera, before returning to
Cliveden for an overnight stay
followed by breakfast and a
leisurely morning relaxing in the
spa or exploring the delights of
the National Trust gardens and
parkland.
From the moment that you see
the Royal Procession to the
thrill of the horses thundering
towards the winning post, it
is clear why Royal Ascot is
the highlight of the flat racing
season. Transport will be
provided to the racecourse, by
helicopter or private car, where
you will watch the excitement of
the day’s racing from the Royal
Enclosure. Fine wine, delicious
lunch and a traditional afternoon
tea will follow and at the end
of the day you will return to
Cliveden for a relaxing evening
perhaps in the Spa, or supper in
The Astor Grill before retiring for
the night.
PRICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA
29th June to 3rd July 2016
From Champagne and Pimms to summer dresses and
stylish blazers; 177 years of history and world class sporting
performances are captured in the Henley Regatta, which
is a real highlight of the ‘Social Season’. We will transfer
you by car, helicopter or boat to Henley and complete with
Enclosure badges you will enjoy a full day at the Regatta,
including a delicious three-course lunch and afternoon tea.
We can also arrange for a photographer to capture the best
moments of your day. Returning to Cliveden, you will enjoy
a relaxing overnight stay followed by breakfast and access
to the beautiful National Trust grounds.
PRICE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
For further information, or to make
a booking for any of the special
offers, promotions or special event
presentations please contact the
Cliveden Sales office on
01628 607107 or email:
[email protected]
www.clivedenhouse.co.uk
Taplow, Berkshire, England, SL6 0JF