Summer Party Season

A summer party fit for a king

The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead has a wonderful playground of party venues where you can have a party fit for a King, so get ready for the season of summer party bookings!

Early May 2023 sees the Coronation celebration taking place in Windsor – a summer party to lead the way! To celebrate The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort, Windsor Castle will host a special Coronation Concert. It will be produced, staged and broadcast live by the BBC and BBC Studios. Global music icons and contemporary stars will come together in celebration of the historic occasion of the Coronation Concert.

Our beautiful Royal Borough offers a wealth of choice for creating your own party in Berkshire. We've got ease of travel (just 20 minutes from Heathrow), miles of riverside with great views and a plethora of venues to choose from. We can bring together amazing spaces where you can have a festival-style party with DJs, food trucks and stretch tents. Add some royal-themed food and decor and you're ready to roll!

Go VIP at Royal Ascot

Get your finery on for the spectacular annual event that is Royal Ascot! We invite you to curate your own truly special occasion with a choice of enclosures each with individual character. Event upgrades include enclosure tickets, private dining and corporate boxes. With a choice of packages - a luxurious marquee in a prime trackside location, adjacent to the Royal Enclosure Gardens with spectacular head-on views down the finishing straight you can add champagne on arrival, three-course à la carte luncheon with a formal table service and extensive cocktails menu. For a really is a top-notch event you have an endless choice of ways you can make your guests feel like royalty! Royal Ascot Fine Dining offers dishes by Michelin-starred chefs, private tables for the day, impeccable service and unsurpassed racing views. A Private Box affords guests privacy and exclusivity at the heart of the action, with the flexibility to tailor a Royal Meeting experience suit your tastes and timings. Why not elevate your party to VIP status and arrive in spectacular style? There is a helicopter landing facility close to the racecourse, so you can arrange a landing or helicopter charter. Royal Ascot takes place Tuesday 20 to Saturday 24 June 2023.
Ideal for: A VIP experience to impress.

Amble downstream

Make the most of what the Royal Borough has to offer and charter a boat on the Thames instead of having a land-based party – make your event one to remember. Hobbs of Henley has a fleet of the finest luxury passenger vessels on the Thames. For a party of up to 125 guests, The New Orleans is the largest and most luxurious passenger vessel on the upper Thames. Styled on a Mississippi paddle-steamer, The New Orleans has two decks: a fully enclosed saloon with bar, and an open upper deck for viewing the scenery by day or dancing by night. The captain and crew, bar and catering staff are all there to ensure your event is an unforgettable experience, whether you book a boat charter with additional entertainment or opt for an all-inclusive weekday package. Think big with bands (including a traditional jazz or swing band), dancefloors and casino evenings. Book a photobooth or event photographer so your guests can create treasured memories. For a final flourish, finish it all off with fireworks!
Ideal for: a large group daytime or evening party to remember.

Create your own festival-style party

Reward and recognise your staff for their hard work or gather teams and partner organisations for a summer party at Royal Windsor Racecourse. Situated on its own island in the Thames, the racecourse gives guests the opportunity to reach their party by private charter boat. Located 1.5 miles from Windsor town centre, Windsor Racecourse is just minutes from the M4 and complimentary car parking for guests is available. This venue is perfect for large outdoor events, offering 165 acres of outdoor space and 1,000m2 of indoor space. Tailor your event with fairground rides, live music, entertainment and street food. Live music acts and performers can be arranged making it a great opportunity to connect the event to your company’s values and corporate themes. Try out the on-site catering team and you can even include stewarding and security.
Ideal for: A large-scale corporate annual celebration.

A quintessential English garden party

Burnham Beeches Hotel is calling – it’s time for you to escape to the countryside! Plan your retreat to tranquil countryside and discover beautiful bedrooms and fine dining in this manor house hotel near historic Windsor. Enjoy the timeless and elegant romantic Georgian architecture and ten acres of gardens and lawns with space for gatherings of up to 150 guests. For a relaxed outdoor party overlooking the lawns and terraces, a gazebo can be set up as a base from which to play croquet, giant Jenga or maybe even a space-hopper race for the more athletic guests! Hotel chefs can cater for celebrations of all kinds and offer a choice of menus including three-course sit down meals, fork buffets, finger buffets and afternoon tea. Don’t forget the Pimms!
Ideal for: smaller, relaxed groups and guests from abroad.

Relax by the riverside

Want a sophisticated yet easy-going feel for your next corporate event venue? For the ultimate in a relaxing riverside hotel location the Runnymede on Thames has a lot to offer. A true original, from its modern design to its stunning setting on the banks of the River Thames, this contemporary four-star hotel offers a relaxed ambience with friendly, professional personal service. The Runnymede prides itself on treating each guest as an individual and looking after their every need. What’s more, it’s conveniently accessible from central London – and Heathrow Airport – yet a tranquil world away, which makes it an attractive destination. Ideal for an activity-based and leisurely event, there’s plenty of space for an overnight stay. Choose from buffet dining at the riverside Leftbank Restaurant, riverside BBQs and homemade goodies such as afternoon ice creams. The events team can arrange skippered boat trips, outdoor yoga and laser clay or archery. The grounds are beautiful and a visit during the warmer months wouldn’t be complete without a dip in the spectacular outdoor swimming pool. The Runnymede provide complimentary towels and luxury sun loungers, leaving you free to while away a warm summer’s day by the pool, drink in hand. Brush up on your backhand on one of three tennis courts or step inside for a treatment in the spa.
Ideal for: Senior corporate team getaway with a relaxed feel.

An arts and culture house party

The Royal Adelaide is a beautiful boutique hotel set a short walk from Windsor Castle’s Long Walk, and the centre of town. Elegant proportions, a choice of meeting spaces (including a champagne bar) with an art deco feel makes this quite a unique and special venue. The Royal Adelaide can be booked for exclusive use for up to 50.  It’s a great base for a group who want to celebrate a special occasion and soak up the culture in Windsor. Bring in a wine tasting, a historical talk and fine dining to suit your own timetable. A tour of Windsor Castle, one of the most iconic residences of the British Royal Family is a popular choice for an excursion. Tours include St George’s Chapel, where Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip are both laid to rest. Visit the opulent State Apartments and see paintings from the Royal Art Collection. A private hire party at The Royal Adelaide can also be tied into cultural, sport or art events like the Windsor Festival which takes place every September. Music, talks, walks and tours, exhibitions and open houses feature world-class musicians, authors and speakers. It’s a truly wonderful festival of the arts staged in unique venues across Windsor for over 50 years. The month of May sees the annual Windsor Horse Show and visit in October for the Cliveden Literary Festival.
Ideal for: For an association celebration or incentive trip with guests from abroad. Boutique style private hire with an arts feel.

Contact the Royal Windsor Information Centre Venue Finding Service by email or tel 01753 743907. We can help you find the best match for your needs.  

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