Henley Royal Regatta. Wednesday 28th June - Sunday 2nd July 2017 A QUINTESSENTIALLY BRITISH EVENT

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1 Henley Royal Regatta Wednesday 28th June - Sunday 2nd July 2017 A QUINTESSENTIALLY BRITISH EVENT

2 Henley Royal Regatta...is undoubtedly the best known regatta in the world! It is a highlight of both the summer sporting calendar and the social season. While it attracts thousands of visitors, you can enjoy this prestigious event in private with the finest exclusive corporate hospitality boxes situated directly on the finish line. YOUR REGATTA WITH PHYLLIS COURT CLUB Phyllis Court is a Private Members Club established in 1906 which is situated in 18 acres of prime riverside location. You will experience an elegant and exciting day watching the world s top oarsmen compete in this international event. HOSPITALITY PACKAGES Your exclusive Private Box in the Riverside Pavilion boasts an uninterrupted view of the Regatta course, while you enjoy stylish comfort and exceptional cuisine. We offer either our Henley or Thames Package. They both include: Exclusive private box with a balcony overlooking the finish line. VIP welcome Exclusive bar and dedicated waiting staff throughout the day Coffee and Petit Fours on arrival in your private box Prosecco and Pimm s Reception A delicious 3-course luncheon VIP car parking spaces Unlimited Club wines, beer and soft drinks Luxury afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and preserve, strawberries and cream, tea or coffee Race programmes TV in your box so tennis fans can keep up with Wimbledon Upgrade to the Thames Package to also enjoy: Canapés Champagne Choice of any wine from our fine wine list! 1

3 Dress Code A day out at Phyllis Court during Henley Royal Regatta is special and dressing for the occasion is an important part of the experience. The dress code for Henley Royal Regatta is a long-established tradition. The event is one of the highlights of the social calendar, and the dress code allows guests to participate fully in this occasion, which has become as much about the fashion as the rowing. Everyone could enjoy the rowing in complete comfort, glass of Pimms in hand LADIES Ladies are kindly reminded that formal daywear is a requirement at this prestigious event. Dresses and skirts should be of modest length with the hemline falling on the knee or longer. While it is not a requirement, it is customary for ladies to wear hats or fascinators. Ladies are not permitted to wear jeans, shorts or trousers of any kind. GENTLEMEN The traditional Henley Royal Regatta attire is a blazer and tie or cravat, with chinos or flannels. Otherwise a lounge suit, or sports jacket are acceptable, with a tie or cravat. The wearing of boaters or panamas is encouraged but not compulsory. FURTHER INFORMATION Please bring the dress code to the attention of your Guests, to ensure that the standards are maintained and to avoid the possibility of the embarrassment of a Guest being refused admission. Fancy dress, novelty and branded / promotional clothing are not acceptable on site. 2

4 Sample Menu FIRST COURSES Chilled Melon and Tropical Fruit Soup with Mint Jelly (v) Confit Duck, Chicken and Blackberry Terrine with a Tomato and Red Onion Chutney English Asparagus with Parma Ham and Compressed Melon with an aged Balsamic Drizzle Brixham White Crab Meat with Avocado Mousse Cocktail English Asparagus and Compressed Melon (v) with an aged Balsamic Drizzle MAINS Poached Lobster served Cold with Avocado, Asparagus, Samphire a Side Salad, New Potatoes and Marie Rose Sauce Slow Cooked Fillet of Aberdeen Angus Beef with Sun Blushed Tomatoes, French Beans, Pickled Cauliflower and Vegetable Crisps Platter of Fruits de Mer with Avocado Salsa, Leaf Salad and Lemon Smoked Paprika Marinated Breast of Chicken with a Salad of Radish, Heritage Carrot, Cucumber and Cherry Tomato Herbed Poached Seabass Fillet with a Quenelle of Fennel and Orange Compote. Served with a Carrot, Radish, Cherry Tomato and Cucumber Salad Spinach, Mushroom and Cream Cheese Roulade with Roasted Chicory (v) All main courses are served with warm baby new potatoes DESSERTS Strawberries and Cream Tiramisu with a Coffee Sauce Passion Fruit and Mandarin Tart A Selection of British Farmhouse Cheeses with Grapes, Celery and Biscuits 3

5 Canapés Treat your guests to our delicious canapés when you upgrade to the Thames package. You will also enjoy Champagne and wines from our fine wine list: MEAT Chicken Liver Parfait Cone with Red Onion Marmalade Smoked Duck Breast and Orange Marinated Beetroot on a Rosemary Croûton Our box in the Pavilion was absolutely delightful, with an exquisitely laid table, and a delicious lunch Skewers of Cured Meats and Marinated Olives FISH Smoked Salmon with Crème Fraiche and Caviar Tiger Prawn and Chorizo Skewers Marinated Tuna and Pickled Cucumber VEGETARIAN Crushed Broad Bean and Ricotta (v) with a Drizzle of Basil Oil Mushroom Arancini Balls (v) with Truffle Oil Green Olive, Roast Pepper and Paprika Marinated Feta (v) Special Diets If any of your guests have dietary requirements please let us know in advance where possible, and we will be delighted to meet their needs. 4

6 Further Information ARRIVAL DEPARTURE We recommend guests arrive for Coffee and Petit Fours at 11.00am but hosts may arrive from 10.30am if they so wish. It would be appreciated if the box could be vacated by 6.00pm please. CAR PARKING Passes will be issued in accordance with the box size and will roughly equate to half the number of anticipated guests. For example a box of 24 receives 12 passes, one of which will be a Host badge that allows one car to park in the forecourt of the Club with the other cars parking in the Paddock. Additional Car Parking spaces maybe purchased for 25 each. SIGNAGE You may display a company sign on lightweight card (450mm x 250mm) on the door to your box. TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. The booking is confirmed when Phyllis Court Club has received a 50% nonrefundable deposit and a signed booking form. 2. Your outstanding payment is due by 21st April In the event of cancellation by you after 10th March 2017, the final 50% payment remains due, unless we are able to re-sell your package. (In which case your liability will be mitigated). 4. We reserve the right to withhold event documents until payment has been received from you, in full. For more information, please visit our website: 5

7 Prices YOUR PRIVATE BOX Private boxes in our Riverside Pavilion are highly sought-after. The minimum number of people per box is 8, but we can cater for parties of up to 100 people. All prices are per person and exclusive of VAT. Henley Package Thames Package You experience the splendour of the occasion with first class service and food Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Booking Treat your Guests to a quintessentially British day out in stunning Henley-on-Thames. Please contact: or caroline.oconnor@phylliscourt.co.uk Membership If you would like to be able to access our exclusive Private Members Club throughout the year you may apply to become a Member. There are many benefits of Membership including admittance to 100 exclusive clubs across the world, access to over 30 interest groups, free room hire for private events, discounted accommodation, invitations to a diverse range of club events, delicious and varied fine dining and, from 2018 access to the new Fitness Centre. To find out more about the Club or to apply, please contact our Membership Manager on: membershipmanager@phylliscourt.co.uk or

8 Simply, the best location for Henley Royal Regatta Caroline O Connor caroline.oconnor@phylliscourt.co.uk Marlow Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2HT enquiries@phylliscourt.co.uk