What to wear to Cheltenham races 2025

If you are planning what to wear to Cheltenham races, we have some fabulous inspiration. Next month, the highlight of the jump racing season takes place at Prestbury Park as the Cheltenham Festival 2025 kicks off on Tuesday the 11th of March. The crowds will be gathering to watch a number of exciting races and […]
British Social Season 2025: The Boat Race partners with CHANEL

Regularly attended by over 250,000 spectators and watched by many millions more on television annually, The Boat Race 2025 is due to take place on the famous Championship Course that stretches over 4.25 miles of tidal Thames in West London between Putney and Mortlake. It is one of the earlier events in the British Social […]
British Social Season 2025: Excitement builds ahead of the Cheltenham Festival

The British Social Season is beginning to attract a lot of attention after we released all of the key dates for the most prestigious events to attend this year. The Sloaney has lots of different features planned throughout the duration of The Season. We will shortly be publishing our guide for What to wear to […]
British Social Season 2025 dates released

With the start of a New Year comes excitement about the forthcoming British Social Season 2025. The British Summer Social Season has expanded over the years, and it now covers a longer period than before. Not only does it start earlier, but it also finishes later! We have just announced the dates for the British Social […]
The Season: The MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2025 Box Office opens

The year is off to a flying start with the countdown to the MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2025. The Box Office has opened and there is a promise of thrilling, top-class equestrian competition in Britain. Spectators have the tantalising prospect of watching Team GBR’s Olympic gold medallists from Paris in action on home ground, where […]
Top-tier rowing awaits those visiting Henley Royal Regatta 2024

The crowds are gathering in Henley-on-Thames for the world-famous Henley Royal Regatta 2024. Crews are competing for a coveted place on Finals Day, which takes place on Sunday 7th July. This is the 185th year of this prestigious event and it is more popular than ever with competitors and spectators alike. For July 2024, there […]
Camp Kerala: The jet set arrive for Glastonbury Festival

A chilled glass of Pommery Champagne greeted guests who were arriving at Camp Kerala for this year’s Glastonbury Festival. With enviable views that offer a panorama of the entire site, Camp Kerala is renowned for providing a little pocket of luxury for VIP and celebrity guests throughout the long weekend. Camp Kerala is fully booked […]
Prince William accompanies Queen Camilla during the procession at Royal Ascot 2024

It is known to be one of the most prestigious social events of the British Summer Social Season. Royal Ascot has a rich history and wonderful relationship with the Royal Family. Every year, it attracts the senior members of the British Royal Family and this year has been no different. While King Charles is due […]
What to see at Chelsea Flower Show 2024: A rundown of the horticultural highlights at this year’s top RHS event

Words: Laura Toogood | Images: Sarah Bacon The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 is packed with horticultural delights. For those visiting the show this year, we have selected a few highlights in terms of planning your day and considering what to see at Chelsea Flower Show 2024. There are breathtaking floral displays in The Great […]
RHS Chelsea Flower Show Celebrities: The Social Diary

Words: Cat Gray, Celebrity Editor | Images: Cat Gray, Laura Toogood and Sarah Bacon The preview day of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 attracted a host of famous faces. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is a highlight of the British Summer Social Season and it is a spectacular horticultural celebration. The King and Queen […]
The Season: RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 opens in Royal style

Words: Laura Toogood I Additional reporting: Cat Gray | Images: Sarah Bacon The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 began today with an exclusive preview of this year’s show gardens and The Great Pavilion. A host of VIPs gathered, along with members of the world’s media, to explore the impressive show gardens and floral displays. The […]
The Season 2024: Shopping highlights at the Mars Badminton Horse Trials

The crowds are enjoying beautiful weather this week at the 75th anniversary of the Mars Badminton Horse Trials. While they are hoping to catch a glimpse of some of the world’s best riders and horses in action, the shopping village is also packed with excellent boutiques and food stalls. The likes of Holland Cooper […]
Badminton Horse Trials Trot Up 2024: The Fashion Report

The sun shone brightly at the Mars Badminton Horse Trials 2024 throughout the day today. The warm rays encouraged a large crowd to gather in front of Badminton House to watch the riders and horses present themselves at the First Horse Inspection. This is a momentous occasion and, in recent years, there has been an […]
The Season: Queen Camilla to attend Badminton Horse Trials 2024

We don’t want to speak too soon, but the weather forecast is looking like it will provide some sunshine this week for the 75th anniversary of the Mars Badminton Horse Trials. The event is due to welcome visitors from across the world, including a very special guest. The organisers of the Mars Badminton Horse Trials […]
The Season 2024: The Mars Badminton Horse Trials celebrates its 75th anniversary

Next week, crowds will descend upon the Cotswolds for the 75th-anniversary of the Mars Badminton Horse Trials. The event has become a highlight of the early part of the British Social Season. It was founded in 1949 and takes place on The Duke of Beaufort’s estate in Gloucestershire. This is a popular outdoor family occasion, […]
What to wear to Salon Prive London

For those attending Salon Prive London this week, you are in for a real treat. The luxury car event showcases supercars and classic cars, with parades taking place throughout the day. In addition to luxury shopping and fine-dining, visitors can also enjoy champagne at the Pommery Bar, which has an excellent viewing position. If you […]
The Season: Peter Beales Roses to unveil ‘With Courage’ rose at RHS Chelsea 2024

Words: Cat Gray Leading grower Peter Beales Roses will unveil Rosa ‘With Courage’ at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May – an exquisite new bloom that’s poised to raise more than £40,000 to help support the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). The spectacular rose marks the start of a touching new collaboration between Peter Beales Roses […]
The British Social Season turns its attention to Henley Royal Regatta 2023

The British Summer Social Season is in full swing and the events are coming thick and fast. Following on from a successful Royal Ascot last week, the society and sporting calendar is turning its attention to the Henley Royal Regatta 2023. The crowds have been flocking to the riverside to watch some thrilling racing on […]
Royal Ascot 2023: Historic racing and fabulous fashion

This week, the crowds are gathering at Ascot Racecourse for one of the highlights of the British Summer Social Season. Royal Ascot attracts racing fans and fashionistas from across the global and it is one of the most popular events to attend at this time of year. During Royal Ascot 2023, the King and Queen […]
Chestertons Polo in the Park: Last tickets available

The last remaining tickets for Chestertons Polo in the Park are available to buy. There are only 400 Polo in the Park tickets remaining for Ladies Day, which is always a very popular part of the event. This year, Ladies Day will take place on Saturday the 10th of June. This event is one of London’s […]
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show in pictures

Words: Laura Toogood | Photography: Sarah Bacon The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is a truly spectacular occasion that never fails to impress. 2023 is no different. From the horticultural highlights and outstanding show gardens, to the Royal visits in support of various campaigns and the fantastic shopping and dining experiences for guests, there are many […]
Skye Gyngell cooks for the VIPs in Spring Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Words: Laura Toogood | Photography: Sarah Bacon For those seeking the ultimate luxury dining experience at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Spring Garden is where you need to be. This popup restaurant is discreetly located within an area of the Chelsea Flower Show that is roped off and manned by an attentive security guard. It […]
RHS Chelsea Flower Show: Stunning tulips steal the show in the Great Pavilion

Words: Laura Toogood | Photography: Sarah Bacon This year at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show there are many highlights in the Great Pavilion and across the entire showground. You can take a look at our overview of the show for some of the best parts of the 2023 event: Horticultural treasures admired by all at […]
Inside the Chelsea Flower Show Gala

Tickets to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Gala have become high on the wish list for many. They are known to be among the hottest tickets in town and allow a select number of guests to enjoy a special evening preview of the show. Tickets to the Gala are sold every year by ballot and […]
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023: The Shopping Guide

Words: Laura Toogood | Photography: Sarah Bacon As with all of the main events of the British Social Season, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show provides some excellent shopping opportunities. While the horticultural highlights of the show sit within the Great Pavilion and the surrounding show gardens, this event also provides visitors with the opportunity to […]
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023 Social Diary: Royalty and famous faces show support for the leading horticultural show

Members of the Royal Family and many famous faces attended the Private View of this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, which took place on Monday. The King and Queen arrived towards the end of the afternoon for an exclusive tour of the show and they stayed for some time, while enjoying the early evening sunshine. […]
Horticultural treasures admired by all at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023

Words: Laura Toogood | Photography: Sarah Bacon The British Social Season is in full swing and the weather has brightened up just in time for one of the highlights of the calendar, the RHS Cheslea Flower Show. As one of the best horticultural occasions in the world, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show attracts the very […]
Chapter Four of ‘The Gallop to Goodwood’ is released

Following the announcement in The Times that our Founder and Editor, Dr Laura Toogood, is among the line-up of jockeys for this year’s Markel Magnolia Cup, we are delighted to bring you the brand new editorial series, The Gallop to Goodwood. Billed as the most prestigious all female charity race in the UK, Laura will […]
The Season: A host of eventing stars line up for Badminton Horse Trials 2023

Cheltenham Festival saw the British Social Season start with a bang and there are plenty more exciting events on the horizon. Badminton Horse Trials 2023, presented by Mars Equestrian, is only a couple of months away. The competition will take place from the 4th – 8th May and promises to be an action packed few […]
The Season 2023: Highlights from the Cheltenham Festival Shopping Village

If you arrive early at the Cheltenham Festival, or fancy taking a break from the racing or your hospitality box during the meet, the Cheltenham Festival Shopping Village is certainly worth a visit. Positioned alongside the Moet Champagne Bar, the spacious marquees contain many fashion, interiors and homeware delights. Holland Cooper has a strong affinity […]
The Season 2023: Glorious sunshine heralds the start of this year’s Cheltenham Festival

Cheltenham Festival 2023 was bathed in glorious sunshine as the gates opened for first day of the meet, Champion Day. The renowned racing fixture is one of the first social and sporting occasions of the British Social Season. Cheltenham Festival has always been popular and the fabulous weather added some extra special brightness to this […]
The Season 2023: Gold Cup 100 countdown will start after this year’s big race

The beginning of this year’s British Social Season is only a matter of weeks away. The Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse will be the first major sporting and social fixture of The Season 2023. You can stay up-to-date with all the major occasions in our popular guide to the British Summer Social Season and we will […]
The Season: Chestertons Polo In The Park 2023 early bird tickets to go on sale

Next week will see the launch of the Chestertons Polo In The Park 2023 early bird tickets. From the 1st of February, while availability lasts, you can purchase your tickets for Chestertons Polo in the Park 2023 at discounted prices. There is a limited amount of early bird tickets that are available, so you need […]
British Social Season dates for 2024 announced

With the start of a New Year comes excitement about the forthcoming British Social Season 2024. It may seem a long way off at the moment, but the British Summer Social Season has expanded over the years. It now starts earlier and finishes later, with a wide variety of events to attend. The Festival at […]