Events in or near United Kingdom

Held to promote seaweed for its immense health and nutritional benefits.  Quay kitchens will be serving a variety of dishes, and stalls will be selling a range of seaweed products and arts and crafts.  Plus live music, craft activities and workshops, talks and demonstrations and street entertainments.  Bring your own seaweed for advice from experts on its uses.

The day will be full of fun for all ages and packed with a programme of all sorts of activities, entertainment, and games throughout the day.  Watch the exciting Clovelly Cup yacht race across the bay, starting at 12pm.  Enjoy live music, street entertainments, event-themed arts & crafts, mermaid storytelling, Punch & Judy, face painting and stalls selling delicious food.  Free entry for under 16s who come in maritime-themed fancy dress costumes!

This popular summer show includes livestock, cattle and sheep, craft and trade stalls, horse and pony competitions, a dairy marquee with yoghurt/ice cream making, ‘milk a cow’, competitions, a fast and furious inter hunt relay, bustling trade stalls, a bouncy castle and a parade of vintage machinery to finish the day.

This year we are joining forces for a thrilling family fun-filled weekend.  On the Saturday, watch the Clovelly Cup yacht race and 2-mile sponsored sea swim from Bucks Mills to Clovelly.  And on both days, there will be live music, stalls selling delicious food, BBQs and so much entertainment for all, including children’s activities.

Clovelly celebrates its famous sustainably caught lobsters and crabs.  Live folk music, quay kitchens, cookery demonstrations, a magnum of champagne prize draw, delicious lobster and crab dishes, craft stalls and beer tasting.  Plus street theatre, walkabout magic, balloon modelling and craft activities.  In aid of The National Lobster Hatchery, Padstow.

Clovelly was once a centre for herring fishing.  This popular festival celebrates sustainable fishing and herring, the ‘Silver Darlings’ of the sea.  There will be delicious herring specialities, an exhibition of Clovelly herring fishing, cookery demonstrations, live music, street entertainment, local food and craft stalls and face paintings.  Plus net making, Flaxland’s exhibitions and demonstrations and a curragh on show.

Mike Smylie, maritime historian and writer, returns with his ”Kipperland” exhibition, and turn herring into delicious-tasting kippers and bloaters in his smokehouse for sale.

The Christmas lights turn-on is a magical time at Clovelly. 

Starting at 3:30 pm, a local brass band leads the procession down to the harbour with festive carols sung along the way.

A hog roast, grog and other refreshments are available at the harbour and Lifeboat Station.  Then Father Christmas will make a surprise visit.

At 5 pm the switch is thrown and the entire village and harbour are lit up. It’s a fantastic sight and there’s a grand finale of fireworks to finish off.

Entrance fee:  £10 per car at the Visitor Centre after 3 pm.  All proceeds to the RNLI

Boxing Day Barbecue should make the perfect follow-up to Christmas day for all your family and friends. With FREE entrance to Clovelly village all day, take a walk along the estate or explore the village in the morning.  Then come on down to the quay to enjoy a lunch barbecue starting at midday with live music running from 1pm to 3 pm.

The Red Lion serves some great mulled cider and delicious, hot chocolate drinks.

There will be a Land Rover available to take you back up if you do not wish to walk.

A fantastic New Year’s Party will be taking place for both resident and non-resident guests.  You will find it a thrilling way to welcome in the New Year in an atmospheric village setting.

Please check www.clovelly.co.uk/events/ for details.

Enjoy an exclusive 3 Night magical Christmas stay at Carradales in this 4 bedroom Licensed

5 Star Gold VisitScotland Guest House with your own professional Chef and site.

Carradales is ideal for couples, friends and family. Maximum of 8 adults.

2 bedrooms can be configured to have 2 single beds in each or 2 super king size beds.

2 bedrooms are Doubles.

You will arrive on Christmas Eve: and on arrival you will enjoy a glass of mulled wine and mince pies. In the evening you will enjoy a 3 course meal.

On Christmas Day enjoy Breakfast then at 3pm: A wonderful traditional Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings. We will send you the menu so that you can choose.

Then a light Christmas Tea.

On Boxing Day: Breakfast, then at 4pm Late afternoon buffet.

On 27th Dec: Late Departure.

Please let us know of any dietary requirements on booking.

The total cost is £4,200

25% deposit required. See terms and conditions. Does not include drinks. No persons under 18. No pets.

A warm welcome awaits you at Kintyre’s only 5 Star Gold VisitScotland Guest House!

Book now at www.carradales.com

Seaweed Festival is held to promote seaweed for its immense health and nutritional benefits.  In a multitude of colours, textures, shapes and sizes, it is tasty, full of minerals, fibre without calories and is the best salt substitute. Along the Quay, there is a surprising amount of dishes and the stalls will be selling a range of seaweed products. It is a very informative event, with suitable activities for all to enjoy, including live music and street entertainments throughout the day.  Bring your own seaweed for advice from experts on its uses.

The day will be full of fun for all ages and packed with a programme of all sorts of activities, entertainment, and games throughout the day.  Watch the exciting Clovelly Cup yacht race across the bay, starting at 12pm. It is an amazing sight to see the yachts surrounding the harbour and setting off to race across the bay.  Throughout the day there will be live music, Higher being Circus street entertainment, activities and games for the whole family. This includes a workshop with Washhouse Studio and Punch & Judy, plus face paintings and a variety of stalls selling food and event-themed arts & crafts.
 

Free entry for under 16s who come in maritime-themed fancy dress costumes!

A fun-filled day packed with a programme of activities.  Classes include crafts, cattle and sheep, together with horse and pony competitions.  There will be a dairy marquee with yoghurt and ice cream making, and the chance for children to ‘milk a cow’ along with competitions.  You’ll find bustling trade stalls offering locally made crafts and food with fairground rides and a bouncy castle for the children.

On Saturday there will be a 2-mile sponsored sea swim from Bucks Mills to Clovelly.  Sunday is a day full of family fun and action with games and entertainments, competitions, food and drink, music and lifeboat operational displays.  The Lifeboat House will be open and there will be an exciting rescue display in the afternoon by Clovelly’s volunteer lifeboat crew.  So come along, you will enjoy it.

Clovelly celebrates its famous sustainably caught lobsters and crabs.  Live folk music, quay kitchens, cookery demonstrations, a magnum of champagne prize draw, delicious lobster and crab dishes, craft stalls and beer tasting.  Plus street theatre, walkabout magic, balloon modelling and craft activities.  In aid of The National Lobster Hatchery, Padstow.

This popular festival celebrates sustainable fishing for herring, the ‘Silver Darlings’ of the sea.  Herring, an oily fish, whether fresh or smoked, is an excellent source of some great health benefits, such as low mercury and high protein content.

The Maritime historian and writer, Mike Smylie, attends with his ”Kipperland” exhibition, which is devoted to the history of all things herring and turns the herring into delicate-tasting kippers and bloaters in his smokehouse for sale.
Flaxland will provide their exhibitions and demonstrations.  An opportunity to discover how the flax plant is used to make a vast range of goods.
On the quay, kitchens serve a variety of delicious herring specialities along with beer, gin and cider tastings, local food and craft stalls.  Throughout the day there will be live music, street entertainers, face-painting, art workshop, an exhibition of Clovelly herring fishing, tasters & recipes and children’s activities.

The Christmas lights turn-on is a magical time at Clovelly. 

Starting at 4 pm, a local brass band leads the procession down to the harbour with festive carols sung along the way.

A hog roast, grog and other refreshments are available at the harbour and Lifeboat Station.  Then Father Christmas will make a surprise visit.

At 5 pm the switch is thrown and the entire village and harbour are lit up. It’s a fantastic sight and there’s a grand finale of fireworks to finish off.

Boxing Day Barbecue should make the perfect follow-up to Christmas day for all your family and friends. With FREE entrance to Clovelly village all day, take a walk along the estate or explore the village in the morning.  Then come on down to the quay to enjoy a lunch barbecue starting at midday with live music running from 1pm to 3 pm.

The Red Lion serves some great mulled cider and delicious, hot chocolate drinks.

There will be a Land Rover available to take you back up if you do not wish to walk.

A fantastic New Year’s Party will be taking place for both resident and non-resident guests.  You will find it a thrilling way to welcome in the New Year in an atmospheric village setting. 

Please check www.clovelly.co.uk/events/ for details.

2024 Afternoon Tea

Back by POPULAR demand.

Bigger & Better

We proudly invite you to sample our professionally catered Afternoon Tea service - every Friday & Sunday. 2 sittings. 12:00 (without alcohol until further notice) & 15:00 (with option of prosecco or order from our extensive wine list)

PRE-BOOKING via ResDiary essential 

Phone THE VIEWMOUNT if you have questions.

See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before.  Explore the historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air.  There will be mulled wine and hot food to be served and also live music.

Treat your Dad to a special Sunday Lunch from £19.00  per person served 12 – 4pm. Booking is essential, please contact Reception

Our annual Summer Ball is back! And this year, we are bigger and better. Embrace the magic of the Summer season by joining us at Oakley Hall Hotel for a night of captivating entertainment, exquisite cuisine and plenty of dancing.

BOOK YOUR TICKETS BEFORE MONDAY 1ST APRIL TO RECEIVE 10% OFF THE PUBLISHED PRICE!

THE RESIDENTIAL SUMMER BALL PACKAGE

Here's a glimpse of what awaits you:
A sparkling arrival from 7pm with a glass of bubbly & canapés reception
Fantastic live singer
Delicious four course seasonal dinner
Tea, coffee and petit fours
Professional photographer to capture your memories
Casino tables with fun money
Live band & DJ until 1am
Overnight stay in a luxurious bedroom
Full English Breakfast the following morning

Dress Code: Black Tie

Prices from £175 per person based on a Deluxe Bedroom.

Don't fancy staying the night? Book the Summer Ball tickets only for £85.00 per person  £76.50 per person.

Parham will host a small number of stalls from local producers as part of the county-wide celebration of all things 'Sussex'.

Why not treat your dad to a 3 course Sunday Lunch & Complimentary pint for Father's Day ? 

Please advise Dad's name upon booking

£28.00 per person / £16.00 per child

Served from 12.30pm until 4.30pm

Booking Essential, please contact our ReceptionTeam

Join us in the Grosvenor Suite for a dazzling evening of opera music with Belle Voci, returning to Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa on Thursday 13th June 2024.

Expect an elegant evening of fine dining and enigmatic musical entertainment from Belle Voci, The Voice UK 2018 finalists homegrown in Chester! Guests will be welcomed for a 7pm arrival with a glass of Prosecco before indulging in our delicious 3-course evening menu (from 7:30pm).

The evening will feature performances from Belle Voci throughout, who will wow guests with their unparalleled, operatic blend of the classic and contemporary. The event is the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion in true style whilst enjoying the first-class talents of one of the nation’s best-loved operatic acts.

Tickets | £70.00 per person

T&C's
Full pre-payment required upon booking.

Pre-order required. Please notify our team of any allergies or dietary requirements prior to your visit.

Discover our Father's Day Menu and download for a delicious celebration!

Plan your feast with our mouthwatering offerings.

“Join us for an enchanting celebration of wedding bliss, with our Wedding Showcase, offering Canapes and Fizz upon your arrival, carefully selected suppliers, live DJ and much more!

A perfect opportunity to plan your special day, discuss ideas with our award winning experts and see our Beautiful Function suites fully dressed”

“Join us for an enchanting celebration of wedding bliss, with our Wedding Showcase, offering Canapes and Fizz upon your arrival, carefully selected suppliers, live DJ and much more!

A perfect opportunity to plan your special day, discuss ideas with our award winning experts and see our Beautiful Function suites fully dressed”

“Join us for an enchanting celebration of wedding bliss, with our Wedding Showcase, offering Canapes and Fizz upon your arrival, carefully selected suppliers, live DJ and much more!

A perfect opportunity to plan your special day, discuss ideas with our award winning experts and see our Beautiful Function suites fully dressed”

“Join us for an enchanting celebration of wedding bliss, with our Wedding Showcase, offering Canapes and Fizz upon your arrival, carefully selected suppliers, live DJ and much more!

A perfect opportunity to plan your special day, discuss ideas with our award winning experts and see our Beautiful Function suites fully dressed”

Join us for an evening of intrigue at our Murder Mystery Event on Friday 21st June 2024 (7pm).

Play detective for the night and figure out “Whodunnit?” during an evening of twists, turns and intrigue at our ever-popular Murder Mystery event!

Arrive from 7pm to begin an evening of mystery and enigma set in the crime underworld of notorious Birmingham street gang, the Peaky Blinders. Pay close attention those around you and follow the clues to solve the murder mystery whilst enjoying twists, turns and laughs along the way.

Your evening will also include a delicious three-course meal.

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN STYLE IN DECEMBER AT OAKLEY HALL HOTEL, BASINGSTOKE!

Join us for an unforgettable shared Christmas Party Night at our charming countryside hotel. The Garden Pavilion will be exclusively yours, where you can enjoy a sparkling atmosphere with festive theming, a mouth-watering feast created by our award-winning chefs and fantastic live entertainment including casino tables and a DJ!

Confirm your Christmas Party Night tickets before Friday 31st May to receive 10% off the published ticket price!

HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Arrival glass of bubbly from 7pm
• Spectacular Christmas decorations & state of the art lighting
• Christmas novelties on your table
• Delicious three course Christmas dinner
• Tea & coffee
• Live entertainment during dinner*
• Casino tables with fun money
• Dancing until 1am* with a live DJ
• Free car-parking & cloak room
• Onsite security*
• Add half a bottle of House Wine per guest for an additional £15 per person

Stay overnight from £139 per room on an Exclusive Party Night date

*Selected party night dates do not include the live entertainment during dinner or security. Selected dates end at midnight.*

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN STYLE ON A FRIDAY OR SATURDAY IN DECEMBER AT OAKLEY HALL HOTEL, BASINGSTOKE!

Join us for an unforgettable shared Christmas Party Night at our charming countryside hotel. Enjoy a sparkling atmosphere in the beautifully decorated Garden Pavilion, indulge in a mouth-watering feast created by our award-winning chefs and get into the festive spirit with live entertainment!

Confirm your Christmas Party Night tickets before Friday 31st May to receive 10% off the published ticket price!

HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Arrival glass of bubbly from 7pm
• Spectacular Christmas decorations & state of the art lighting
• Christmas novelties on your table
• Delicious three course Christmas dinner
• Tea & coffee
• Live entertainment during dinner
• Casino tables with fun money
• Dancing until 1am with a live DJ
• Free car-parking & cloak room
• Add half a bottle of House Wine per guest for an additional £15 per person

Stay overnight from £199 per room on Shared Party Night dates

£75 PER PERSON

Promising an hilarious line-up of seasoned comedians, our first comedy night will be held on April 18th, guided by the affable MC Jon Wagstaffe, a "simple country lad from Tewkesbury" who will set the stage for an unforgettable night.

Opening the show is none other than Nick Page, a Britain's Got Talent Finalist and English comedian of the year. Nick, a "former disgraced Daytime TV presenter", weaves tales that defy convention, offering a comedic experiencefree of gimmicks, PowerPoint, or props—just pure storytelling mastery that will have you doubled over with belly laughs. To close the night, brace yourself for the unique charm of Ignacio Lopez. With a fusion of Welsh and Spanish influences, Ignacio is a frequent headliner and MC in renowned comedy clubs, and his offbeat humor has gained nearly 40 million views across all social media channels.

Join us for an evening where laughter knows no bounds.

Celebrate Father's Day with a special treat. Join us for a delightful experience exploring our local casked beers and craft ales paired perfectly with mini pies.

Enjoy a beer flight featuring a range of flavours alongside a taster board of delicious mini pies, each paired to enhance your tasting experience. Treat Dad to a memorable day filled with exceptional brews, delectable bites, and the joy of savouring these delightful pairings together.

Celebrate Father's Day on our sun-drenched terrace with a delectable two-course lunch. Enjoy a curated menu while honouring the father figures in your life. Gather with loved ones to toast and create cherished memories in a beautiful setting.

Discover the art of crafting a stunning floral masterpiece using the freshest spring blooms and natural foliage with local florist Alison from Classic Flowers. Afterward, indulge in a delightful afternoon tea, perfectly paired with a glass of exquisite Bolney English sparkling wine.

Join us for a blooming afternoon of creativity, delectable treats, and sparkling conversations amidst nature's finest offerings.

Celebrate Father's Day with a special treat. Join us for a delightful experience exploring our local casked beers and craft ales paired perfectly with mini pies.

Enjoy a beer flight featuring a range of flavours alongside a taster board of delicious mini pies, each paired to enhance your tasting experience. Treat Dad to a memorable day filled with exceptional brews, delectable bites, and the joy of savouring these delightful pairings together.

INDULGE IN A TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH IN THE HEART OF THE HAMPSHIRE COUNTRYSIDE.

Served 12pm - 2pm

This year you can escape the stress of hosting, cooking & cleaning and let our family take care of yours at your home away from home. Our mouth-watering menu has a delicious selection of dishes to choose from. Whether you're wanting to indulge in a traditional Christmas turkey lunch with all the trimmings or opt for something different to try - there's something for everyone to enjoy! Why not stay a little longer after your meal and have family fun in one of our lounges playing board games.

Here's what awaits:

- Sparkling glass of Champagne for each adult
- Your own table with Christmas novelties
- Five course traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings
- Tea, coffee & mince pies
- Live singer
- Pop-up play village for the little ones with a visit from Santa

Whether you're planning to come with your loved one or with the entire extended family, Christmas Day Lunch at Oakley Hall is the perfect setting to celebrate the festivities. Cheers to Christmas with a glass of your favourite tipple and a truly sumptuous lunch, all whilst listening to a sublime live singer. And whilst you're savouring each flavour your little ones will be able to have fun with our pop-up play village and burn off energy in the gardens.

Our grounds are home to over 300 acres of beautiful woodlands and gardens, ready for you to explore. So whether you'd like to build up an appetite before taking your seats or hoping to get a breath of the crisp countryside air after your 5 course lunch, you can take a gentle stroll around our grounds and explore the beauty of the Hampshire countryside in December.

All your favourite ABBA hits and party classics with THE DYNAMOS.

60's, 70', & 80's event with 2 course meal

Sunday 16th June 2024

Gather the entire family and celebrate Father’s Day in style by indulging in a three-course Sunday lunch & dinner menu at The Brasserie. With a variety of options suitable for all ages, including traditional Sunday Roast favourites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Adults: £42.00 | Under 12’s: £21.00

SAMPLE SUNDAY ROAST MENU

Sunday 16th June 2024

Indulge in a delightful Father’s Day afternoon tea experience at Sopwell House, where you’ll taste delicate finger sandwiches, decadent pastries, and freshly baked scones paired with preserves and clotted cream. This year, we’re adding extra delights including quail scotch eggs, mini Yorkshire puddings with roast beef, and a choice of Taittinger Champagne or glass of Tring Pale Four beer from the award-winning Tring brewery for all adults

Adults: £57  |  Under 12’s: £22

TO BOOK call 01727 864477 or email enquiries@sopwellhouse.co.uk

Bookings are subject to availability, pre-paid for groups of 6 or more and non refundable.

We can accommodate for all reasonable special dietary requests with advance notice (minimum of 48 hours) and all requests are treated with extra care, nevertheless due to the nature of our offering we cannot guarantee that any item served is 100% allergen or intolerant free.

It's time to find out what the Dickens is going on as a Christmas Party ends before it even begins as the host ends up dead.

But was she full of the Christmas spirit or did she get what she deserved?

Join us in this traditional festive frolic into the world of Charles Dickens with a Christmas Conundrum could that could reveal more than the suspects bargained for.

God Bless us! Everyone.

Sunday 16th June 2024

Beer & Wine Pairing Upgrade! 

Treat Dad to an extra special lunch with an upgraded package including:

Additional Cheese course

Beer flight with 150ml serving of specially paired beer for each course OR

Wine flight with 100ml serving of paired wines for starter, mains, and desserts, and glass of port to accompany the cheese course.

SAMPLE SUNDAY ROAST MENU

To book Father’s Day roast with beer or wine pairing please call or email us.  This is not available to book online

Beer or wine pairing available for all adults for £67 per person (including Sunday lunch).

BEER & WINE PAIRINGS

Nyetimber, the world-renowned English sparkling wine producer, opens its estate to the public just a handful of times a year and Amberley Castle has teamed up with our friends down the road to create an exclusive experience and overnight stay.

Arrive at the castle before luxury transport takes you to Nyetimber's vineyard for a one-of-a-kind tour as the grapes start to ripen for harvest, exploring its rich history and the methods used to craft their cuvees. You'll be brought back to Amberley Castle where the evening begins with a Nyetimber and canapé reception followed by a five-course tasting menu, specially created to match the Nyetimber wine flight which will be presented by an expert from the vineyard. An overnight stay in one of our luxurious guest rooms, breakfast the following morning and a special gift to take home completes the occasion.

Our Nyetimber Experience & Overnight Stay package includes:

• Transport to and from the vineyard
• An exclusive tour of Nyetimber with a welcome drink
• Nyetimber & canapé reception
• Five-course dinner with matched wines, presented by an expert from the vineyard
• An overnight stay
• Full English and continental breakfast
• Special gift to take home
• Morning newspaper to your room

Our peaceful countryside retreat in an idyllic Cotswold setting welcomes guests to enjoy the best of the festive season.

Located in the picturesque village of Amberley in the beautiful West Sussex countryside, experience unforgettable moments at Amberley Castle and find the event perfect for you.

SAY THANK YOU THIS FATHER’S DAY 

We are hosting a BBQ on the lawn to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday 16th June 2024,

The Watersmeet Hotel is the perfect place to say thank you this Father’s Day.

Do join us for an informal gathering with unrivalled sea views. SEE DETAILS HERE
No reservation required.

One of the most elegant country house hotels in the Cotswolds, experience unforgettable moments at Buckland Manor and find the event perfect for you.

One of the most elegant country house hotels in the Cotswolds, experience unforgettable moments at Buckland Manor and find the event perfect for you.