When Brenda was living in London, I was fortunate to visit twice. The one year, her flat was in Chelsea. As you walk down the street, the flower shops were beautiful.

FLEX THOSE FLOWER SKILLS AT THE MILESTONE HOTEL, KENSINGTON

The Milestone Hotel introduces the Chelsea Flower Show Experience package

The five-star Milestone Hotel in Kensington is offering guests the chance to celebrate the nearby RHS Chelsea Flower Show with a special package for budding florists.

Guests can seek inspiration with entrance in to the world’s most famous and glamorous flower show, then take part in two special masterclasses at The Milestone that will have them following in the footsteps of the show’s horticulture experts.
One of London’s leading floral arrangers Pascal Lavorel will lead a one hour masterclass in how to design and make a hand tied bouquet, for guests to keep or give to a loved one.  In addition, The Milestone’s Executive Chef Ryan O’Flynn, who is passionate about using only the finest seasonal ingredients and sustainable produce, will demonstrate how to make a picture perfect and delicious seasonal salad, complete with edible flowers, roasted beets and a white balsamic dressing.

As part of this special Chelsea Flower Show package, guests can also enjoy a champagne afternoon tea in The Milestone’s beautiful conservatory and for garden lovers wanting to enjoy more of London’s green spaces, Kensington Palace and Gardens are just across the road.

The Milestone Hotel, which is consistently one of the top 5 star hotels in London according to TripAdvisor® is a member of Red Carnation Hotels, a private, family-run collection of four and five star boutique hotels in London, Guernsey, Dorset, Geneva, South Africa and Palm Beach.  Like its twelve sister hotels, it prides itself on splendid luxury, generous hospitality, inventive and traditional cuisine, private art collections, passionate service and loyal staff committed to creating richly rewarding experiences for all their guests.

The Chelsea Flower Show Experience, a minimum two night stay, is valid from Tuesday, May 24 to Saturday, May 28, and costs £470.00 per night (excluding vat) based on two people sharing a luxurious Deluxe King Room.  It includes overnight accommodation, full English breakfast on both days, two full day tickets to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the 60 minute Floral Master Class, the 45 minute Culinary Master Class and a Champagne afternoon tea for two on one afternoon of your choice.

For more information and to book for afternoon tea or an overnight stay, please visit www.milestonehotel.com


About The Milestone

Situated in the heart of Kensington, overlooking Kensington Palace and Gardens, the quiet and understated elegance of The Milestone is celebrated for its style, comfort, and exalted levels of personal service. A Grade II listed showpiece of the Victorian era, now restored to its former architectural splendour, is today home to a five star hotel that offers 56 individually designed rooms and suites and six two-bedroomed apartments, all lavishly decorated with the finest fabrics and furnishings. Boasting 24-hour butler service, Cheneston’s fine dining Restaurant, Park Lounge for traditional afternoon tea, Stables bar and fitness centre with resistance pool and spa treatment, this exquisite Kensington hotel is a short stroll to the Royal Albert Hall, and within easy reach of Knightsbridge and the West End. The Milestone is part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, a family run collection of boutique hotels, and a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World.

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Author: Maralyn

Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.