Ellenborough Park, is proudly celebrating 15 years of exceptional hospitality since first welcoming guests into its meticulously restored 15th-century manor.
To honour the milestone, the hotel is unveiling a season of anniversary-led activations, headlined by a spectacular Ellenborough Garden Party, that brings together signature dining, traditional British celebration, and elevated outdoor experiences.
Gareth Davis, General Manager at Ellenborough Park, comments:
‘Celebrating 15 years of Ellenborough Park is an incredibly proud moment for the entire team. As a luxury hotel, we have welcomed guests from around the world while remaining deeply connected to our local community and the heritage of this remarkable estate. This milestone is a chance to reflect on everything we have achieved and to celebrate the people, the place and the experiences that have shaped the estate over the past 15 years. We look forward to marking the occasion with our guests, neighbours and friends through a season of celebrations that honour Ellenborough Park’s history and spirit.’
Set to take place on Sunday 19th July 2026 from 12 pm to 4 pm, The Ellenborough Garden Party will capture the spirit of a quintessentially British summer fête. The afternoon is designed to offer family-friendly entertainment, exceptional seasonal food and drink, and memorable experiences for guests of all ages.
Throughout the afternoon, a carefully curated programme of complimentary entertainment and activities will bring Ellenborough Park to life. Live music from Parlor, Dialog Music will provide the soundtrack to the celebrations, while Professor Collywobbles will delight audiences with a traditional Punch & Judy performance. Roaming magician Patrick will add moments of surprise and wonder with his close-up magic, alongside face painting and a host of traditional fête attractions. Guests can try their hand at classic fairground favourites, including coconut shy, tin can alley and hook-a-duck, provided by Go To Events. Artisan ice cream from Daisy & Co Catering Company will be available throughout the afternoon, while the spectacular tethered Taittinger balloon experience offers panoramic views across the estate and surrounding Cotswold countryside.
Running throughout the year, the celebrations continue across the estate's dining experiences as Ellenborough Park introduces a dedicated Legacy Menu to celebrate the hotel’s culinary heritage. This includes a theatrical baked Alaska, served as a signature centrepiece, and a traditional cheese trolley featuring 15 carefully selected British cheeses in honour of the anniversary, both available on the restaurant dinner menu. Guests will be welcomed with a bespoke anniversary drink featuring the hotel’s signature gin. To mark the occasion further, the wine and port list will showcase a selection of vintages from 2011, the year Ellenborough Park opened.
Set against the backdrop of Ellenborough Park’s magnificent estate, the 15th anniversary celebrations bring together a season of curated experiences that honour the hotel’s heritage, luxury hospitality and reputation as one of the Cotswolds’ most distinctive luxury stay destinations.
HOW:
Tickets are priced at £10 for adults and £5 for under 18s, with admission including refreshments and strawberries and cream, while children under three can attend free of charge. To book tickets and find out more information about The Ellenborough Garden Party, please visit the Ellenborough Park Hotel website.
For more information about the Legacy Menu including the baked alaska and cheese trolley, please see the restaurant dinner menu
Room rates at Ellenborough Park start from £269 per night for a double room on a B&B basis. For more information, please visit the Ellenborough Park Hotel website.
