Book Now Menu

OR CALL 020 7640 3347

The Living Wall at The Athenaeum Hotel

24th May 2017

1. Mount Street Summer Fair

There are many squares and gardens in Mayfair that transport you from the hustle and bustle of London Streets to a London of a bygone era. Taking advantage of this, the annual Mount Street Gardens summer Fair brings all the elements of a traditional summer Fete to the center of London. Enjoy the homemade cakes, jam stalls and even a barbeque, while children experience all the fun of the fair with coconut shys and a bungee trampoline. Learn more here.

IMG_13951

2. Picnic and deckchairs in Green Park

With the summer months comes glorious sunshine and plenty of London blooms. Green Park has acres of green grass with deep borders jam packed with colour, perfect for picnics, afternoons playing and generally enjoying the sun. Our Galvin Restaurant can provide the perfect picnic for you and your family so you can concentrate on relaxing! Find out more about Green Park from their official website here.

799px-UK_-_05_-_Sun_chairs_in_Green_Park_(2997564268)

3 . London Landmarks with Prudential RideLondon FreeRide

Brilliant for all the family, FreeRide is an 8-mile circuit that takes in all the major sites, from Buckingham Palace and The Strand to St Pauls via Waterloo Bridge. There aren’t many times that even young ones can enjoy cycling on traffic free roads in central London! There are also festival Zones along the route with a wide range of activities and refreshments to keep you going. Bikes are available for hire, just ask at Reception. Register for the ride here.

large

4. Art in Mayfair

Mayfair Art Weekend (June 30 – July 2) brings Old Masters and cutting-edge contemporary art together; a wide range of exhibitions, tours and workshops with experts will bring history to life. Over 60 galleries and auction houses open their doors for 3 days for tours, while local gardens and restaurants will host interviews and talks with artists. Find out more about the event here.

Browns-1199×1199

5. Outdoor afternoon tea

Enjoy a very British afternoon with Afternoon Tea at our award-winning Galvin Restaurant. Afternoon Tea with the very best ingredients: fresh smoked salmon, British strawberries and clotted cream, just to whet your appetite. Why not try our Gentlemans Afternoon Tea? Perfect for those who love tea but have less of a sweet tooth. Make a reservation here.

afternoon-tea-for-2

More in Things To Do

5 ways The Athenaeum is celebrating Halloween in London

Lifestyle / Things To Do /

As the spooky season approaches and carved pumpkins start to adorn the kitchen windows, it’s time to get excited about the upcoming festivities. In London, there will be no shortage of events and activities to get involved in, so don your Halloween costume and prepare the family for a month of supernatural celebrations. Here are just five of the many things that you can do in and around London this Halloween.

Read More

The 5 Best Dog Friendly Parks in London.

Lifestyle / Staying With Us / Things To Do /

Looking for the best dog-friendly parks in London? Take a peek out our top 5 picks, all located a hop-skip-and-jump from The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences.

Read More

An Easter Family Getaway: Three-Day Itinerary

Lifestyle / Staying With Us / Things To Do /

We’ve got a cracking itinerary lined up for you, full of egg-citing Easter activities and goodies that will have you hopping with joy. Let’s take a look at how you can make the most of your stay over the course of Easter weekend.

Read More