From celebratory lunches and racing with the Royals to hanging out in Royal Kew Gardens or sipping on the Queen’s favourite cocktail, here are some recommendations for some perfectly royal Jubilee staycations from CUSTARD’s clients.
Time for Jubilation at The Cottage in the Wood Malvern
Excitement is in the air at The Cottage in the Wood Malvern with a celebratory weekend planned to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s 70 years of service. The hotel and restaurant will be transformed into a celebration of red, white and blue in honour of the occasion, with smooth tunes provided by Britain’s Got Talent finalist Julian Smith on the saxophone. The main event comes on Saturday 4 June with a celebratory lunch prepared by Chef Rob and his team – a spectacular feast just as special as the occasion, with a spread of classic flavours with an exciting twist – all to be enjoyed after sipping a delicious cocktail on the terrace, overlooking the hills beyond.
Accommodation from £116pp (two sharing) for two nights. To book, call 01684 588860 or visit https://www.cottageinthewood.co.uk/.
A royal welcome at the Imperial Hotel Blackpool
The Imperial Hotel is no stranger to royalty, having welcomed many members of the Royal Family over the years. Follow in their footsteps with a two-night package available until 4 June, including a bottle of fizz in the room on arrival, a fabulous three-course meal in the hotel’s restaurant and a tasty Jubilee-themed afternoon tea from just £249 per room.
In addition, the hotel will be live streaming the Platinum Party at Buckingham Palace, which includes a special live concert bringing together some of the world’s biggest entertainment stars to celebrate the most significant and joyous moments from The Queen’s seven-decade reign.? The town of Blackpool is participating in the UK’s long tradition of lighting beacons to mark the occasion, with over 1500 beacons expected to be lit on 2 June, followed by the Big Layton Jubilee Party on 3 June with traditional games, food and ice cream stalls, as well as donkey rides and a circus workshop.
From £249 per room, based on two sharing. To book, please call the hotel on 01253 623971 or head to: https://bit.ly/3tVmruf
Race to Victory at Epsom Racecourse
The Queen is set to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee with a trip to Epsom Racecourse along with her family to watch the 243rd Derby. Mingle with the royals with a trip to the races and stay at The Holiday Inn Express – Epsom Downs, located in the grounds of Epsom Racecourse with stunning views across the famous racetrack. In honour of the Queen’s Jubilee, the hotel will be hosting a fund-raising event on 3 and 4 June to raise money for Mental Health UK, with some fabulous prizes to be won. The Queen has been attending the Derby for over eight decades and this year’s event will form an integral part of her Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
From £121.25 per room. To book, call 00800 80 80 0800 or book online here
Sip on The Dubonnet – the Queen’s favourite cocktail
Head to London over the Jubilee Weekend and start the celebrations by toasting with a truly royal cocktail – The Dubonnet. The Holiday Inn Express London – Earl’s Court and The Holiday Inn Express London – Park Royal are both offering guests a taste of royalty as part of their stay, with a welcome Dubonnet on arrival, decorations throughout and a bake sale to raise money for Mental Health UK.
With central locations and ideal for the budget-conscious traveller, the hotels are a gateway to nearby historical sites, green spaces or the hustle and bustle of the city. Both hotels are dog friendly, too for those wanting to bring their corgi!
From £130.95 per room. To book, call 00800 80 80 0800
A Royal Garden fit for a Queen
Take the family on a Jubilee break to London with the Royal Kew Gardens Experience with Holiday Inn London – Brentford Lock. The hotel, nestled on the river overlooking the scenic waterways of the Grand Union Canal and close to green, open spaces, offers the best of both worlds for a city break with a difference. The package includes bed and breakfast accommodation and two adult tickets to the nearby Royal Kew Gardens, with child tickets available to add depending on age. Kids under 17 stay and eat for free, and the hotel is great for families, with an open lobby with games and an all-day café menu.
From £226 per room. To book, call 00800 80 80 0800 or visit www.hibrentfordlock.co.uk
Punt past Queen’s College
Those visiting Oxford this spring and summer are in for a treat, as Vanbrugh House Hotel are now offering a bespoke punting tour package complete with a breakfast hamper! Savour the delights of the Vanbrugh House continental breakfast hamper whilst floating past Oxford’s dreaming spires, with local guide and Oxford University graduate Iain Stevenson expertly pointing out architectural landmarks, local anecdotes and even some royal connections.
The Vanbrugh House Hotel Breakfast punting tour is bookable online at https://www.vanbrughhousehotel.co.uk/ or via hotel reception. Tours last one hour and cost £100 based on two people sharing a room.