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British Social Season 2026 dates released

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With the start of a New Year comes excitement about the forthcoming British Social Season 2026.

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!

The Princess of Wales at Chelsea Flower Show

We have just announced the dates for the British Social Season 2026. There are plenty of fabulous occasions to enjoy this year. The first event in the diary is the Cheltenham Festival. Four days of fantastic racing awaits those visiting the Cheltenham Festival in March.

This year, the racing begins on the 10th of March and the finale is the Gold Cup, which takes place on the Friday.

Mike Tindall in the Green Room at Cheltenham

Moving to the water, we have the Boat Race to look forward to, along with the Grand National and Salon Prive London. Most of the main fixtures are continuing to take place in their usual positions in the calendar.

Highlights include the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Royal Ascot, Polo in the Park, Glyndebourne, Henley Royal Regatta, Wimbledon and much, much more.

The Princess of Wales at Chelsea Flower Show

Stay tuned to The Sloaney for all of the latest news about the leading events of the British Summer Social Season.

Tickets to all events are being sold in advance and can be purchased now.

Royal Ascot

If you can’t wait for The Season to start, why not take a look back at our archives at some of the special moments from last year’s British Social Season…

RHS Chelsea Flower Show Celebrities: The Social Diary – The Sloaney

Prince William accompanies Queen Camilla during the procession at Royal Ascot 2024 – The Sloaney

The Season: A sunny start to Salon Prive London – The Sloaney

Badminton Horse Trials Trot Up 2024: The Fashion Report – The Sloaney


DISCOVER THE 2026 DATES HERE