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Create a plant-based menu at Borough Market

Meet  Executive Chef Ben Kelliher to learn how The Rubens at the Palace is reducing food waste in partnership with Winnow’s cutting-edge monitoring technology, and how we use surplus produce creatively in the kitchen. Visit Borough Market together, a historic market dating back to the 12th century with an emphasis on high-quality food and sustainable production. We are proud that this experience has been selected as a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. 

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Picnic in a Royal Park with The Rubens at the Palace

Enjoy a special Picnic Feast in St James’s Park, served in traditional wicker baskets and filled with delicious goodies. Allow us to take care of everything, from Afternoon Tea in the park to canapés and wine or our Royal Hamper with wine. For a special treat, enjoy your picnic in the Buckingham Palace Gardens.

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Experiences at The Chesterfield Mayfair

Inside view of Burlington Arcade, 19th century European shopping gallery, behind Bond Street, opened in 1819

Tour with the Beadles

The Burlington Arcade houses purveyors of antique jewellery, watches and cashmere, the quintessentially English fragrance house Penhaligon’s and Ladurée. Take a tour with one of the Beadles (the oldest and smallest police force in the world), who have guarded the arcade since its inception and still wear the Victorian-inspired uniform today.

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The Original Sweetshop Afternoon Tea

Inspired by Hardys Original Sweetshop, our Afternoon Tea offering celebrates the joy of rediscovering old favourites and the thrill of finding something new and scrumptious. Savour freshly made finger sandwiches, homemade scones and a selection of delicious cakes and pastries inspired by the magic of The Original Sweetshop!

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Wellness in the city

Relax, rejuvenate and restore inner peace, with a curated yoga class on Hotel 41's private rooftop with the stunning cityscape as your backdrop.

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"Plunder the Pantry" with our compliments

The refined Executive Lounge at Hotel 41 is the heart of the hotel. This is where guests are first welcomed, where they are encouraged to relax and unwind by the fire, perhaps perusing the pantry, generously stocked with mouthwatering homemade sweet and savoury treats throughout the day. In the evenings, a complimentary selection of canapés is served.

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Discover The Egerton House Hotel...

Children's Afternoon Tea

The finest of English traditions

We are proud to present our whimsical "Hatter's Tea Party" in celebration of "Alice: Curiouser & Curiouser" at The V&A Museum. Our exceptional pastry tier includes a “Queen of Hearts” raspberry jam tart with almond crumble; a “Pearl of Oysters” white chocolate Lanson Champagne truffle based upon the Oysters in "The Walrus and the Carpenter", a poem recited by Tweedledum and Tweedledee to Alice; and “Eat Me” chocolate cake with a rich buttercream icing inspired by the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party.

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An immersive martini masterclass

Our Martini Masterclass with our talented bar team is the perfect way to spend an informative and enjoyable (not to mention a delicious) hour. Esley will begin by explaining the history and origins of martini; tell you a little bit about his own background, and divulge his top tips in order to make the perfect martini yourself. There will be the opportunity to taste the magnificent martini creations and enjoy homemade canapés.

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Explore Kensington with Russell Nash

Join Russell Nash, a professional Blue Badge tour guide, and discover more about The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Choose from two-hour, four-hour or even full-day tours, as you uncover the facts behind some of London's most famous Royal landmarks and popular museums.

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Discover the art of foraging with Totally Wild UK

Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us. Return to The Milestone with your bounty and allow Executive Chef Daniel Putz and his team to create a personalised dinner and cocktails using the produce that you gathered. 

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A private performance with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

In partnership with our treasured friends at the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, we are delighted to offer in-room private recitals and performances. Watch and listen as one of the RPO's wonderful solo harpists or a talented string trio plays a selection of your favourite songs, in the comfort of your beautiful suite.

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The Art of Bond

Inspired by the novels and films, delve into the world’s most renowned special agent with an evening of glamour, intrigue, and indulgence at The Milestone Hotel & Residences.

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Explore what's unique at The Montague on the Gardens

The Beach Bar

Celebrate summer in style and feel like you are basking in the Bahamas rather than in the middle of Bloomsbury. Complete with real sand, a beach-hut style thatched roof, delicious cocktails, palm trees and a backdrop of a beautiful beach, you'll feel like you're basking in the Bahamas rather than in the heart of central London.

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Honey bee keeping

In partnership with The Bedford Estates, we have invested in two beehives, with 20,000 honey bees delivered from the Woburn Abbey Estate by their chief beekeeper. We will share facts and information about the bees and how the Bedford team take care of them.

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Smoke house tour

Forman have been producing London Cure Smoked Salmon for over a century. Their smoked salmon was recognised as a delicacy worthy of PGI certification – a protected food name status similar to Champagne, Parma ham, Melton Mowbray pork pies and Wensleydale cheese. This exclusive experience includes a smoke house tour and carving master class for two.

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