Cliveden Literary Festival 2026
As we enter the autumn months, there are some renowned events on the horizon, including the Cliveden Literary Festival. The festival was established in 2017 and, this year, it will be taking place from the 10th to the 11th of October in the beautiful surroundings of Cliveden House. Positioned regally amid 400 acres of greenery and gardens […]
Yellow is the colour of The Social Season as Zara Tindall follows the Princess of Wales
Yellow has played a leading role in the Royal Enclosure this week at Royal Ascot. It is quickly becoming the most fashionable colour of the British Summer Social Season, with both Zara Tindall and the Princess of Wales wearing it this week. The Princess of Wales dazzled in an incredibly bright shade of the colour […]
The Duchess of Edinburgh wears her wedding necklace at Royal Ascot 2026
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh turned heads when they arrived at Royal Ascot this week. Royal Ascot is a highlight of the British Social Season and the stylish couple were part of the Royal Procession. Their carriage followed The King and Queen as it made its way down Ascot’s famous racecourse, before turning into […]
British Royals are pictured at Royal Ascot 2026
Royal Ascot is one of the most prestigious occasions of the British Summer Social Season. Thousands of guests arrive to enjoy top-class racing, wonderful fashion, delicious picnics and also the chance to spot members of the Royal Family. Wednesday did not disappoint, with the Prince and Princess of Wales taking the limelight. Catherine’s vibrant yellow […]
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 in pictures
This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show features countless fabulous floral displays, as well as some inspiring show gardens. We also love the balcony gardens, which give some wonderful ideas of how to transform smaller spaces. The boutique shops are filled with lots of gardening accessories and stylish clothing. Meanwhile, for those looking for sculptures or […]
Famous faces attend the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
Words: Laura Toogood | Images: Sarah Bacon A number of famous faces supported the RHS Chelsea Flower Show on Monday. King Charles was joined at the event by Sir David Beckham, who was launching his namesake rose. Another icon who was present to unveil a rose was supermodel Kate Moss. Meanwhile, a number of celebrities […]
Our Guide to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
Words: Laura Toogood | Pictures: Sarah Bacon The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, sponsored by Range Rover, is a highlight of The Sloaney’s British Summer Social Season Guide. This year’s show promises many spectacular floral displays, beautiful show gardens, elegant shopping boutiques, as well as the chic Pommery Champagne Terrace. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show […]
Ros Canter records a historic victory at the MARS Badminton Horse Trials
Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo entered the sporting history books yesterday with a fantastic victory at the MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026. The outstanding combination were crowd favourites, with everyone willing them on as they secured a memorable victory. They are the first combination ever to win the title three times in the event’s 77-year […]
The MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026 in pictures
The weather has been dry and fine for the start of the MARS Badminton Horse Trials. The crowds have been enjoying watching the first horse inspection, the dressage phase and also making the most of the fantastic shopping village. Read more here: The Season: Crowds flock to the Cotswolds for the MARS Badminton Horse Trials […]
The Season: Crowds flock to the Cotswolds for the MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026
The MARS Badminton Horse Trials 2026 is a popular fixture in our guide to the British Summer Social Season. Positioned a few weeks ahead of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in the calendar, this event provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy a countryside escape in the Cotswolds, with all the thrills of top-level equestrian sport […]
The Season: HM The Queen to attend MARS Badminton Horse Trials
The key events of the British Social Season often attract Royal guests and the MARS Badminton Horse Trials will welcome Her Majesty The Queen next week. Her Majesty The Queen will attend the event on Friday, in her role as Patron of the Ebony Horse Club, which is the event’s chosen charity for 2026. The […]
