Best Parties Ever
Operating throughout the Thames Valley

https://www.bestpartiesever.com

Its time to be different!  Best Parties Ever is an innovative and pioneering designer of spectacular Christmas parties, with over 20 years’ experience of bringing the most thrilling, exciting and magical themed events to the UK and Ireland.  This year we’ve reimagined and redesigned our parties with amazing and indulgent new ideas and concepts, prepare to be amazed!

With venues all over the UK, our Windsor, Reading and Syon parties need to be seen to be believed.  Offering a thrilling night of entertainment, disco, DJ and dodgems, our packages also include a delicious three course meal in a stunning themed setting.  Guests are also welcome to pre-order drinks packages for a fully inclusive evening.

2019 sees:

The Glamour of Paris at Kings Meadow, Reading

Italian Masquerade at Syon Park, West London

The Roaring Twenties at Royal Windsor Racecourse

Best Parties Ever offers bookings for 8+ guests, alternatively should you wish to take over the venue for an exclusive event our dedicated account team would be happy to discuss your specific requirements with you.

Our mission is for you to have the Best Parties Ever!  Do you dare to be different ….

Cliveden House
Taplow, Berkshire

http://www.clivedenhouse.co.uk/

“Exclusively… Cliveden” The ETV team explores this historic venue. 

There’s nothing quite so satisfying as poking around downstairs, is there? Steady on, I know the house is renowned for its shenanigans of a saucy nature, but I’m not talking about a fumble in the rosebushes – I mean a good old nose-about through someone’s sitting room, admiring their soft furnishings.

 It was on one such wander at heavenly Cliveden that I came across one of the house’s hidden treasures. Careful readers will be racing ahead of me and imagine that I came across Christine Keeler’s discarded swimwear, or possibly one of Sir Winston Churchill’s still-smouldering cigars. But no: this little find was probably the secret of Viscount and Viscountess Astor’s happy marriage. 

Her Ladyship famously disapproved of gentlemen overindulging in intoxicating liquor, probably due to her American upbringing. But her husband, Waldorf, was obviously a wily character, and if you ask the butler very nicely he’ll show you a hidden drinks cabinet, tucked away behind an unobtrusive piece of panelling, where Lord Astor would nip off for a cheeky snifter or two during tiresome dinner parties. 

Cliveden is full of delicious discoveries like this, and the wonderfully friendly staff will enjoy showing off the many wonders of this jewel of the Thames Valley.

Danesfield House Hotel & Spa
Medmenham, Buckinghamshire

https://danesfieldhouse.co.uk

Exploring Danesfield House Hotel and Spa…..

Set amidst 65 acres of magnificent surroundings on the River Thames in the heart of the Buckinghamshire countryside, Danesfield House Hotel and Spa is brimming with history. Once wartime home to the Intelligence Section of the RAF, Danesfield House first opened its doors as a hotel in 1991. With an award winning restaurant and luxury spa, facilities at Danesfield House have been designed with guests’ utmost pleasure in mind. There are 55 stunning rooms and suites to choose from. Huge windows capture the mesmerising scenery and luxurious furnishings dress the rooms beautifully. Located just 40 minutes from West London, Danesfield House is also the perfect venue for business meetings, conferences and private events. Whilst maintaining the buildings charm and grandeur the meeting rooms are diverse and adaptable with plenty of natural daylight. The gardens provide a perfect setting for drinks, summer BBQs and outdoor activities.

If you’re planning the kind of wedding that’s only seen in fairy tales, you have come to the right place! Danesfield House weddings are truly magical.

Before taking dinner in The Restaurant, soak up your surroundings with a drink in the chandelier-clad Grand Hall with minstrels’ gallery, the sun-lit atrium or comfortable cocktail bar. Sublime modern British cuisine can be enjoyed in either The Restaurant, or in the warmer months, The Terrace with its stunning views of the Thames and Chiltern Hills beyond.

Step into a world of timeless elegance, sophistication and relaxation where you’ll find everything you need for the perfect Danesfield House experience!

De Vere Beaumont Estate
Windsor, Berkshire

https://www.devere.co.uk/beaumont-estate/

Exploring De Vere Beaumont Estate…..

In picturesque Windsor, lies the historic and unique Beaumont Estate: an inspirational estate offering a leading conference venue, cutting edge meeting rooms, a stunning wedding venue along with a luxurious family hotel, all set in spectacular and extensive grounds.

The Estate itself comprises The White House, The Chapel, Beaumont House Conference Venue and The Village, with a total of 75 meeting rooms, all with natural daylight, and accommodating up to 550 delegates.

Along with the 429 bedrooms, this venue offers complete flexibility to meet a host of different conference and banqueting needs.

Located just 3 miles from Windsor Castle with Wentworth, Legoland, Thorpe Park and Ascot all under 15 minutes away. The M25, M4 and M3 motorways are within easy reach, London can be accessed by train within 40 minutes the nearest train station is 5 minutes away.

Heathrow airport is only 15 minutes away by car, Gatwick airport can also reached within 40 minutes.

De Vere Latimer Estate
Chesham, Buckinghamshire

https://www.devere.co.uk/latimer-estate/

One of the UK’s most secret, surprising and intriguing homes unveils its £7m renovation

Nicknamed The Spy House because of its connections with WWII, Grade I listed De Vere Latimer Estate is located within 30 private acres in the heart of an area of outstanding natural beauty in Buckinghamshire.

The Mansion House is surprisingly only 3.4 miles from junction 18 on the M25 and  five minutes away by car from Chalfont and Latimer station which is on the Metropolitan tube line, offering direct links to Baker Street and BR’s Chiltern line connecting into London Marylebone.

Built to impress and with a fascinating history, you will be able to embrace not only the surroundings- it has one of the most attractive views over a chalk stream in the Chess Valley, rich in wildlife – but also the original architecture.

Your stay at Latimer Estate will be a unique experience.

Feel free to click on the link  for a virtual tour experience of the hotel; https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=QYiDicruXGW

Ellevate Entertainment
Operating throughout the Thames Valley

https://www.ellevateentertainment.co.uk

Exploring Ellevate Entertainment….

Ellevate Entertainment is an exclusive entertainment agency with a big heart serving the corporate, private and charity event industry across the Thames Valley area. We passionately provide handpicked live music and cabaret acts that wow.

We’ve been in the entertainment and event industry for over 20 years (no idea where that time’s gone!), and most importantly as performers ourselves, we have grown Ellevate Entertainment through working with other awesome acts and building trusting relationships with everyone we work with. We love what we do and are here to save you from having to trawl through a website, looking for inspiration. We love getting to know our clients and what you’re looking for to enable us to recommend the perfect artists for you!

We know our bands and suppliers will do an outstanding job, or we wouldn’t promote them! Our mission is to earn a level of confidence with our clients and acts alike, therefore delivering the kind of service that makes your job easier and your events a success every time! So get in touch to tell us about your event, and let us come back with the perfect recommendation for you!

Englefield House
There, Berkshire

https://www.englefieldestate.co.uk

Exploring Englefield House……

As you enter the magnificent Lodge Gates of the Estate and follow the sweeping drive along an avenue of ancient oak trees you will catch your first glimpse of Englefield House. Framed by woodlands and surrounded by beautiful formal gardens it is a truly imposing sight.

Upon reaching the House the views are equally as dramatic. From the Italianate terraces the gardens give way to parkland, home to a herd fallow deer, and gently roll down to the picturesque lake and the stunning Berkshire countryside beyond.

Combining a magnificent setting with a warm welcome and first class service, Englefield House is a unique and special venue for private and corporate events. Our versatile indoor and outdoor spaces lend themselves to special celebrations, board meetings, seminars, product launches, client dinners, training events and team building days.

Hobbs of Henley

https://www.hobbsofhenley.com/

Exploring Hobbs of Henley…..

Hobbs of Henley is a family run, boating business established in 1870 based on the River Thames in Henley-on-Thames. With three large passenger vessels amongst their 50+ fleet they can offer a unique and picturesque venue for meetings, corporate or private functions and team building events.

‘The New Orleans’ can take up to 125 passengers and is a stunning Mississippi style paddle steamer she has two decks: a fully enclosed saloon with bar, and an open upper deck for viewing the scenery.

‘The Waterman’ also has two decks and can take up to 100 passengers. With teak timberwork and comfortable soft furnishings it’s a great boat on which to hold private business meetings.

‘Hibernia’ is an exciting concept in passenger vessel design. she is encased in glass, allowing up to 60 guests wonderful visibility. The light, airy environment makes her a great choice for company days out.

All three vessels can be used in conjunction with any event based at a riverside venue in the Thames Valley.’

Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa
Ascot, Berkshire

Exploring Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa…..

Surrounded by amazing landscaped gardens you’ll find our Macdonald Berystede hotel, a beautiful accessible four-star hotel and spa 5 minutes drive from Ascot racecourse. Perfect place for business or pleasure. With 126 charming bedrooms, 14 meeting rooms and space to hold up to 400 delegates our stunning large  landscape is the perfect solution for group activities. Delegates can make the most of the experience by relaxing in our spa facilities or hit the Gym after a busy day of work.

Macdonald Compleat Angler
Marlow, Buckinghamshire

https://www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/our-hotels/south-england/marlow/macdonald-compleat-angler

Exploring Macdonald Compleat Angler…….

With the picturesque backdrop of the Georgian town of Marlow situated on the bank of the River Thames this 64 luxury bedroom hotel provides excellent facilities for leisure or corporate events for up to 120 delegates. There are plenty of reasons to indulge in this popular part of England, not least the opportunity to see rowing Olympians train on the river as part of the nearby Marlow Rowing club. If you are in the area for business our new high-tech meeting rooms illuminated by natural daylight and connected by free unlimited Wifi will help you make the most of you meetings or events.

Macdonald Frimley Hall Hotel & Spa
Camberley, Surrey

http://www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/our-hotels/macdonald-frimley-hall-hotel-spa

Exploring Macdonald Frimley Hall Hotel & Spa….

Rich in original features & history and set among peaceful private gardens our Macdonald Frimley Hall hotel & spa provides a perfect balance for combining leisure and business. 98 magnificent bedrooms and  great conference facilities  for up to 210 delegates, 5 meeting rooms with natural daylight,  free wifi combined with Spa facilities, gym and our 2 AA rosette Linden Restaurant set the base for an experience to remember.

Oatlands Park Hotel

https://www.oatlandsparkhotel.com/

Exploring Oatlands Park Hotel…..

Oatlands Park Hotel in Weybridge, is one of the finest 4-star hotels in Surrey. Set amidst the splendor of manicured gardens, the hotel offers breathtaking scenery and fine facilities. Only a 20 minute drive from London Heathrow airport, the venue is a popular choice for event organisers.

Originally the site of a Tudor Palace built by Henry VIII, the current building was established as a hotel in 1856. The Grade II Listed hotel offers a countryside escape from the busy city for delegates and guests, making it an ideal spot for corporate getaways, conferences and team incentives.

The venue offers twelve event spaces, from elegant smaller boardrooms to larger suites, accommodating meetings from 6 to 420 delegates. With a historical yet contemporary feel, all spaces are fully equipped with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and AV equipment.

The 144 bedrooms have been fully refurbished and can be used to accommodate larger residential conferences as well as an exclusive-use option for your event.

For gala dinners, awards ceremonies, corporate celebrations and Christmas parties – Oatlands Park Hotel caters for all. Choose from the York Suite complete with its own entrance, or the stunning Mulberry Suite with high ceilings, while The Garden Room and Cromwell Suite are both ideal for medium-sized gatherings. The hotel has an experienced and dedicated in-house events team, who are on hand to ensure all events run smoothly, from the initial planning stages to the event itself.

Oxford Town Hall

https://www.oxfordtownhall.co.uk

Exploring Oxford Town Hall….

Opened by Edward VII in 1897, the Prince of Wales declared Oxford Town Hall to be ‘the finest rooms of its kind in the Kingdom’. Its remarkable grandeur and elegance have been maintained for over 120 years, providing the perfect venue for your event. This beautiful building is conveniently located in the heart of the city and is within walking distance of hotels and public transport links to London, Birmingham, Didcot and Heathrow. Oxford Town Hall has three large function rooms and a further 10 flexible meeting and conference rooms, making the venue ideal for dinners, drinks receptions, meetings, conferences, exhibitions and launches, and networking events. Oxford Town Hall is an MIA Accredited venue meaning you can be sure this versatile venue offers excellent service and hospitality.

Oxford Town Hall offer 10 meetings rooms and 3 function rooms. The Hall has a capacity for up to 700 theatre style, PA system, free wifi and a cafe on site as well as screens, use of the organ in main hall and basic basic equipment.

Pennyhill Park
Bagshot, Surrey

https://www.exclusive.co.uk/pennyhill-park/

Exploring Pennyhill Park……

Pennyhill Park is a luxury hotel and spa set in 123 acres of Surrey countryside with a host of facilities to provide individual experiences. This venue offers exceptional overnight breaks, Michelin starred dining, bespoke weddings, distinctive meetings and events spaces as well as an award-winning spa. The hotel provides the perfect balance between the old and the new, with a grand setting and period features, combined with modern day facilities and new technology to cater to a host of requirements for any event or stay.

If you’re looking for something unique, why not book one of its private dining experiences…you’ll receive a private room with your very own banqueting team to help look after your every need. The team can also help you fully personalise your space to suit your requirements and give your event that extra special touch. Pennyhill Park surpasses the expectations and requirements of a present day meeting space offering flexibility with a five star service. You’ll also find a host of activities available on-site, from archery to a bakery masterclass to entertain your guests. The hotel is located in Bagshot, Surrey and has close access to central transfer links, making your visit as easy and convenient as possible.

Private Boat Hire
Maidenhead & Windsor, Berkshire

http://www.privateboathire.co.uk

“There’s nothing––absolutely nothing––half so much worth doing as messing about in boats.”  Kenneth Grahame, The Wind In The Willows

Relax or entertain on the beautiful River Thames in one of these classic riverboats. 4 private hire passenger boats for up to 12 passengers each.

Dragonfly is probably the most beautiful charter boat on the Thames, built in 2010 by Creative Marine in Norfolk. Dragonfly is 31 feet long and would be ideal for up to 10-12 people with champagne and canapes en route to a top quality restaurant or hotel or for coffee after lunch. Alternatively Afternoon Tea for up to 10 people can be provided.

Fringilla is a classic 34′ Van lent motor yacht, built in 1960 in the renowned shipyard of Van Lent & Zonen in Holland, she has been recently renovated to a very high standard. Fringilla is licensed for 12 passengers.

Larus is a traditional Dutch Super Kaagkruiser built in 1967. She benefits from a very large rear cockpit beautifully finished in teak and mahogany, capable of comfortably seating 8 or 9 people. The large cover over this area can be removed in the sunshine or left in place in inclement weather. There is also a smaller saloon area containing a small table and seating for 6 or 7 people.

Sula is a modern Dutch river cruiser built in 1992. She has the benefit of all mod cons including central heating, a comfortable onboard toilet and galley with hot and cold water. Sula is licensed for 12 passengers. Parties of up to 36 can be catered for by chartering a second, or third boat.

Kingfisher is the newest addition to the fleet. She is a 37 foot Aquanaut built in Holland in 2010, based at The Compleat Angler in Marlow so perfectly placed to combine a trip on the river with lunch or dinner at the Hand and Flowers, at Sindhu at the Compleat Angler or at any of the fine restaurants in Marlow. Or why not have leisurely cruise to Hurley or towards Henley and back. Kingfisher can carry up to 12 people. Her open rear deck ensures everyone can be in the sun, or if necessary inside in our beautiful teak panelled saloon. She has full Central Heating, a toilet and small galley

Parties of up to 48 can be catered for by chartering a second, third or fourth boat.

Royal Berkshire Hotel
Ascot, Berkshire

Exploring The Royal Berkshire Hotel…..

Set in 15 acres of stunning gardens in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, sits The Royal Berkshire an elegant country house hotel. Originally built in 1705 for the Churchill family, the hotel is full of character and charm, whilst providing a range of modern facilities for any event or occasion. The Royal Berkshire offers 66 bedrooms in a beautiful mix of traditional and contemporary styles as well as 11 flexible function rooms. Whether it’s an important meeting, a training event or a conference, our choice of flexible spaces means you can select a style that suits your needs and requirements, whilst offering the very highest level of quality technology.

The venue also has dedicated Ideation and Energy Zones, the perfect breakout spaces to relax and enjoy a mid-meeting snack, with our fruit and pick and mix stations. If you’re looking for a meal a little more filling, dine in our restaurant, Fork, where you can enjoy a delicious array of dishes, or head to The Polo Bar or the terrace for an afternoon tea or deckchair picnic. If you’d like a more private setting, why not book our private dining experience where you’ll receive your own private room to enjoy food served by our friendly team. All conveniently located in Ascot, the Royal Berkshire is surrounded by key transport networks, making it easy for you to reach us, as well as return home swiftly at the end of your visit.

Royal Holloway
Egham, Surrey

https://www.venue.royalholloway.ac.uk

Exploring Royal Holloway, University of London

International conference, banqueting & function venue situated in Surrey within easy reach of London Heathrow and London Waterloo.

Royal Holloway is a leading conference, meeting and event venue, boasting state-of-the-art conference facilities, Victorian architecture, a convenient location, in-house catering and comfortable accommodation.

Whether you are looking for a meeting room for 10 people or an auditorium for 400, Royal Holloway can provide the facilities, accommodation and catering to make your event truly memorable. From banquets to entertain your conference delegates to glittering award ceremonies, Royal Holloway is also the ideal venue for corporate, charity or academic functions. The venue has several lavish and impressive function spaces, showcasing the best of the historic venue alongside the more contemporary areas. It is also a popular location with film crews and has featured in several films, TV dramas and advertisements.

The Malmaison Oxford
Oxford, Oxfordshire

https://www.malmaison.com/locations/oxford

Exploring The Malmaison Oxford……

Once a prison, now a boutique hotel located in the city centre of Oxford, The Malmaison is nestled in the historic Castle Quarter located 7 minutes walk from Oxford train station, boasting excellent transport links to London, Birmingham and Bicester Village.

Comprising 95 bedrooms split over 5 wings including a stylish Chez Mal Bar and brasserie, the hotel has a vast and interesting history un stunning surroundings.

The Oakley Court
Windsor, Berkshire

https://www.oakleycourt.co.uk

Exploring The Oakley Court…..

If we said to you a location that’s been the setting of many films, with 118 bedrooms, its own polo team and Her Majesty the Queen as a visitor, would you believe us?

Whether you’re coming for business or pleasure, Oakley Court’s rural beauty on the River Thames makes this venue a real getaway location for those wanting to escape the hectic routine of the city, or just life in general.

Looking for Conference rooms in Windsor? At The Oakley Court, there is a theory that the inspiration behind a creative brainstorming session or the success of a dynamic corporate event is often restricted by the constant noise of city life – are they right? Location is everything and you only have to venture down the road to find a good one here at The Oakley Court in Windsor.

40 minutes from the centre of London, 20 minutes from Heathrow Airport, and surrounded by beautiful scenery and extraordinary heritage, you’ll discover that a secluded hideaway with all the easy transport links really exists.

Stay and be wined and dined on a set that’s created by The Oakley Court events team and narrated by you to produce an experience that’s entirely unique and is yours alone.

The Randolph Hotel Oxford
Oxford, Oxfordshire

https://www.graduatehotels.com/oxford-uk/

The Randolph Hotel, by Graduate Hotels

We’d like to introduce you to The Randolph Hotel by Graduate Hotels. At Graduate, we believe in creating experiences that allow our guests — travellers and locals alike — to reconnect with the carefree spirit of their college days. An Oxford landmark in the heart of the city, our boutique hotel takes inspiration from the prestigious Oxford University, with nods to college architecture and crests, as well as “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” created by alum Lewis Carroll.

The hotel will take inspiration from hundreds of years of University history and tradition, as well as the property’s proudly maintained Heritage status. The design details will marry the whimsical hues from Alice in Wonderland with other literary greats juxtaposed alongside rich Oxford leather.

Open to hotel guests and locals, and something of a legend in Oxford, our bar will be serving cocktails, international wines and UK craft beers and ales. Our whimsical all-day brasserie will feature a menu with modern British & European influences, produce sourced from Oxfordshire and three private dining spaces for special events.

Graduate Hotels is a hand-crafted collection of hotels that reside in the most dynamic university-anchored towns across the US & UK.

Venue Reading

https://www.hospitalityuor.co.uk/venue-reading/

Exploring Venue Reading……

Venue Reading is situated on the main University of Reading Whiteknights campus surrounded by 130 hectares of beautiful parkland. With all-year round availability, flexible range of capacities and facilities, including meeting rooms, lecture theatres, exhibition space and accommodation in our Cedars Hotel, all are available within one of our portfolios of venues, Whiteknights and London Road campus.

With everything from traditional buildings rich in heritage to modern state of the art spaces, clients can host an array of events, dinners and private functions, product launches, private parties, outdoor team building activities and much more. During the summer vacation Venue Reading have the capacity to accommodate large residential conferences, as further facilities including the halls of residence become available. These facilities provide a wider range of diverse space ideal for those larger functions including academic seminars and corporate events.

Venue Reading is in a prime location for the South-East of England and has excellent transport links. A mainline train station is approximately 2.5 miles from the Whiteknights campus and has good connections with most locations in the UK, along with regular bus services which stops directly on campus. Easily accessed from the M4 & M25 with London Heathrow airport approximately a 45 minute drive.

With a dedicated events team our aim is to ensure your event, whether large or small, is a complete success.

Wasing Park

https://www.wasing.co.uk/

Exploring Wasing Park…..

From meetings to parties, car launches to festivals, retreats to sporting events and as an unrivalled filming venue, Wasing can accommodate all, including events for 6 to 140 guests inside and up to 5000 outside.

The Meeting Room at the Stables Lodge is perfect for boardroom style up to 20 delegates and has a wall of glazed doors leading out to the private courtyard, which can also be used to host meetings, with views of the gardens and Church.

For larger meetings the light and airy Garden Room is perfect with its walls of glass bi-fold doors overlooking the Castle Barn. This space can seat up to 60 classroom style, 40 cabaret style or 100 theatre style.

The Stables bar is an inviting space to socialise after a day full of meetings and is perfect for pre-dinner drinks when dining at the Stables Lodge. On balmy summer evenings enjoy drinks in the courtyard overlooking the church and in the winter sink into one of our sumptuous sofas near the roaring log burner.

The Stables Lodge lounge can also be used for more informal meetings in a relaxed environment.

The Castle Barn, full of character and charm is a fantastic space seating up to 140 for dining and can also be used as a meeting space. It has a large terrace with a stretch tent over and outdoor seating for 50, not only perfect for dining but also for al-fresco meetings and events.

The lawns at The Secret Walled Garden are ideal for a tipi or stretch tent, to host an outdoor meeting under cover. The stunning Victorian glasshouse is perfect for lunch with views over the beautiful garden.

The Woodland is complete with an amazing purpose-built outdoor kitchen, firepits to sit around in the evening, a stretch tent to host the meeting or event, so even in the event of inclement weather guests can still admire the true beauty of the woodland. It even has mains electric and the internet.

Wasing can accommodate most activities from wild mushroom foraging to yoga or cycling the many tracks on the Estate. Why not opt for a treasure hunt that takes you around the main venue to the Woodland Venue, incorporating the most stunning woodland lakes, then on to the Walled Garden. Maybe mix in a few activities at certain points, like a Segway trail, archery or even cooking your own lunch in our wood fired pizza oven at the woodland.

With wonderful menus to suit every taste and style, our executive chef, Stu, and his enthusiastic team of brilliant chefs, delight in creating bespoke menus for your event. Push the boundaries and offer guests wild venison from the Wasing Woodlands or tasty Crayfish from the Estate’s rivers.

Situated at the venue are 26 stylish bedrooms. Every bedroom boasts bespoke design and absolute luxury within an elegant historical setting. They also benefit from sustainable heating and hot water, using a bio-mass boiler with the wood coming from our land.