Henley Regatta Hospitality
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Henley Royal Regatta is the jewel in the crown of the English rowing season and a stand out event in the British social calendar. The historic regatta was first held in 1839 and is a truly unique event. The idyllic riverbank setting and the garden party ambience of this prestigious event makes the Regatta an ideal event for entertaining VIP guests. Our superb Henley Regatta corporate hospitality offers a fantastic luxury experience befitting of this prestigious event.
The Waterfront Hospitality
Team Tactics offer unparalleled hospitality during Henley Regatta with a Waterfront Hospitality Package. We offer guests with the opportunity to experience the Best Of British Dining in a truly unique hospitality experience at The Waterfront. Located in the Temple Island Meadows this package offers a faultless location to enjoy the action. Offering an expertly designed package for optimum entertaining, The Waterfront includes excellent British dining throughout the day with a unique food theatre concept and a fantastic bar serving delicious Great British Cocktails.
Temple Island Enclosure
Temple Island Enclosure is set in the heart of the action close to the start line and provides its guests with exceptional facilities and Henley Regatta hospitality. Unlimited fizz will be at hand throughout the day as you enjoy an idyllic riverside setting. In our beautiful Temple Island Enclosure guests can expect an exceptional level of personal service and will enjoy exquisite cuisine created by our award winning caterers.
Exclusive Boat Charters
Alternatively you may prefer to charter an exclusive boat for the day and enjoy the Henley Regatta’s wonderful atmosphere from the Thames itself on a premium, classical boat with fantastic views of the racing.
Prices for Henley Regatta Hospitality Packages For 2018
| Date |
The Waterfront – Best Of British(Temple Island Meadows) |
Temple Island Enclosure (With boat cruise) | Temple Island Enclosure (Without boat cruise) | Exclusive Boat Charter |
| Wednesday 4th July | TBC | TBC | TBC | Contact us |
| Thursday 5th July | TBC | TBC | TBC | Contact us |
| Friday 6th July | TBC | TBC | TBC | Contact us |
| Saturday 7th July | TBC | TBC | TBC | Contact us |
| Sunday 8th July | n/a | TBC | TBC | Contact us |
All prices are per person and exclude VAT.
Please contact us for latest availability for The Henley Royal Regatta Hospitality 2018 or email [email protected]
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Henley Regatta Wednesday 4th July – Sunday 8th July 2018
The Henley Royal Regatta is without a doubt, one of the most well-known and prestigious regattas in the World. This highlight of the sporting calendar lasts over a 5 day period and features over 200 races from international Olympic rowers. To truly enjoy and immerse yourself in this unforgettable event, Team Tactics offer the Henley Regatta Hospitality Package, providing the perfect way for you and your guests to enjoy the rowing festivities.
Our Location
Our facility is located at The Temple Island Enclosure overlooking Temple Island, this picturesque venue is steeped in history, having originally been built in 1771 as a fishing lodge for Sir Christopher wren. The location has been used since Victorian times for watching the regatta, mainly thanks to its fantastic views of all the days racing or just admiring the breath-taking scenery of Temple Island and Henley town. With the temple marking the start of the regatta you really can’t get a better location to feel immersed in this fantastic event.
By Road
Henley-upon-Thames is 7 miles north-east of Reading and 35 miles west of London. If you’re coming westbound on the M4, exit at junction 8/9 and onto the M404, after the third exit leave the M404 and head onto the A3130. This road will take you into Henley.
By Train
With trains running regularly to Henley from Paddington, they’re a great travel choice. A revised timetable is created by First Great Western for the entire event to make it that much easier. Not only that, there’s also extra bus services too!
Dress Code
As with many prestigious events, the Henley Royal Regatta is no different with a closely adhered to dress, although the regatta does not have a specific dress code some areas do have strict guidelines. It would be a good idea to loosely follow these rules not only to look the part but you never know where you might get invited.
The Stewards Enclosure Men: Lounge suits or Blazers and Flannels with shirt and tie, basically keep it smart but not dressed for the office. Ladies: Skirts or dresses down to the knee; no trousers, divided skirts or culottes (a little outdated but was founded in the eighteen forties.) Hats are an optional extra although the wearing of large flamboyant headgear can be frowned upon due to it blocking the view of those watching the racing. Don’t forget a lot of the event will be on grass so keep those shoes sensible.
The Regatta Enclosure offers a less formal dress code with those who attend opting for traditional club blazers and rowing apparel.
Timings
The draw for the races usually takes place the Saturday before the event. Starting and ending times do tend to vary each year depending on the amount of races but the following table provides a general guide:
| Day | First Race | Last Race | |
| Heats | Wednesday | 8.30am | 7.30pm |
| Heats | Thursday | 9am | 7.30pm |
| Quarter Finals | Friday | 8.30am | 7.30pm |
| Semi Finals | Saturday | 10am | 7.30pm |
| Final | Sunday | 1.30pm | 4pm |
Henley Regatta After Parties
Henley Royal Regatta is the highlight of the social calendar and provides the perfect opportunity to entertain clients in a luxurious setting. The Regatta is a spectacle of the summer season where spectators are treated to 200 races including the best rowers on the planet. After the races have finished and the sun has set Chinawhite turns into a luxurious party venue for guests. What better way to celebrate a great day of glorious sunshine and sporting entertainment than to party the night away in the renowned evening venue.
The most glamorous Regatta after party will be unfolding in the Chinawhite enclosure with an internationally acclaimed DJ. Previous DJ’s have included Pete Tong, Roger Sanchez and David Morales. A lively crowd of socialites from across the world are drawn together for a long weekend of summer entertaining, corporate hospitality and the legendary after parties. It isn’t just the varsity rowing that is the stand out of the 176 year strong event, but the social activity away from the hustle and bustle of the Thames.
Chinawhite will be returning to the banks of the River Thames for two nights of partying in style on Friday 6th July and Saturday 7th July to finish a perfect day at the most exciting fixture in the social calendar.
For more information on our Henley Regatta Hospitality Packages call us today on 01227 738280.
The Waterfront During The Henley Royal Regatta
Best Of British Dining
Launched in 2016 and now regarded as the pinnacle of the Henley Regatta hospitality, the Waterfront Hospitality Package is returning for The Henley Royal Regatta 2018.
The Waterfront takes a fresh stance on the quintessentially British event offering world class hospitality in unforgettable surroundings and takes corporate hospitality to another level. This expertly designed hospitality package includes a part-open kitchen and pop-up bar offering exquisitely English champagne, Pimm’s & cocktails in a beautiful retreat perfectly reflecting the true character of the occasion.
Guests will be treated to an open theatre style and an exquisite space with which to be entertained. Enjoy an enticing menu throughout the day packed with a deliciously unique approach to British dining. To create Henley Regatta hospitality perfection we have included offerings such as a quintessentially British garden area, live acoustic musical entertainment along with a traditional British afternoon tea and a remarkable 4 course lunch for the ultimate best of British dining experience.
The Waterfront At Henley Royal Regatta Sample ItineraryPackage Includes
- Delicious breakfast options with tea, coffee and fresh juices
- Traditional Pimms & Champagne on arrival
Cocktails, Spirits, Local Ales, Lagers & Soft Drinks available all day
Four course lunch & wine - Afternoon tea with a range of artisan treats
Uniquely decorated enclosure with contemporary designs
Quintessentially British garden area
Modern, stylish and relaxed seating area - Kitchen Theatre
Live acoustic duo
Live rowing commentary
Free car parking & complimentary regatta programme
Temple Island Enclosure During The Henley Royal Regatta
Hospitality at Temple Island Enclosure will immerse guests in high quality food and drink as they enjoy the day’s action from the very front row. With one of the best locations on the course this is the perfect place to entertain during the legendary Regatta.
Celebrating over 25 years, Temple Island Enclosure is set in the heart of the action close to the start line and provides its guests with exceptional facilities and dining. Unlimited champagne will be at hand throughout the day as you enjoy an idyllic riverside setting. As the rower’s pass by on a balmy summer’s day, guests can sit back and relax whilst enjoying the picturesque riverside gardens.
As an optional part of your Temple Island Enclosure experience you will embark on a river boat cruise taking in the action and atmosphere along the iconic waters. This afternoon cruise will include Pimm’s, Bucks Fizz and soft drinks throughout your hour and a half’s journey. Temple Island Enclosure presents a wonderfully social and relaxed environment for a fantastic Henley Regatta hospitality experience.
The River Lounge - Sample ItineraryPackage Includes
- Admission to Temple Island Enclosure
- Morning coffee on arrival
- Champagne, Pimms and canapé reception
- River Cruise (Optional)
- Four course luncheon
- Fine wines, port and brandy
- Traditional afternoon tea with strawberries and cream
- Complimentary bar throughout the day including Champagne
- Official Programme
- Floral decorations
- Television within the chalet
- Reserved car parking, just yards from your chalet
- Live ‘official regatta race commentary’ within the chalet
- Riverside bandstand featuring morning and afternoon jazz
- Event documentation to include the day’s itinerary and information
Exclusive Boat Charters
Alternatively, Team Tactics have a limited number of boats available for exclusive charter during The Henley Regatta. Our aim is to provide the best possible boating experience during The Henley Regatta, offering superior boats with a superior catering experience.
These beautiful classic vessels are lovingly maintained and furnished to the finest detail and with a Champagne or Pimm’s reception and a sumptuous buffet or seated lunch, our Henley Regatta boat charters are a prestigious client entertaining package.
Suited for groups between 12 and 60 people; if you would like to express an interest in our boat charters please contact us as demand is always exceptionally high.
Package Includes
- Pimms reception
- Coffee and pastries on arrival
- Exclusive boat hire for Henley Regatta (approx 11am-6pm)
- Mooring and disembarking outside Henley to avoid the queues and enjoy the scenery
- Stunning three course buffet lunch or seated lunch served on board
- Complimentary bar of beers, wines and soft drinks
- Uniformed crew
Just to note to say how pleased I was with last Wednesday. The venue was beautiful, it was extremely professionally run and the atmosphere was lovely. All was terrific and the private boat trip was the icing on the cake. Thank you. I would not hesitate to work with you again.
I want to say my guests and I had a thoroughly wonderful day, the food and service was a delight and will definitely look at taking a table next year.
What a Fantastic day Team Tactics provide. The room looked stunning, the musicians were brilliant, supporting the great atmosphere. The service throughout the day was very attentive and the food quality would put many banquet venues to shame. I take my boater off to all at Team Tactics for a wonderful experience. THANK YOU
What an absolutely super day! My colleague Maria and I loved it. We work in the hospitality industry and are pretty fussy but every detail was perfect, from the chill out area and the exclusive 'terrace' right on the Thames to the posh private loos and the ultra cool Bedouin tent. And the hospitality was never-ending from the time we arrived in the morning with Champagne to start until we left on the boat after the lovely afternoon tea. What a perfect day out. Next year, I'll be treating my husband. See you then!
Wow – what can I say! Everyone was very impressed with the whole day. Veronica gets a standing ovation for being so fantastic on the day. Thank you so much for all your work in putting this event together, it was certainly a huge success.
The overall perception from our customers was “no expense spared”.
The food was hot and the quality was excellent. The only comment re the Beef was some of our customers were not keen on it being so rare.
Our aim was to deliver an outstanding day of Hitachi hospitality for our customers to remember and talk about and I can safely say from the thank you e-mails we have received from our customers. Job done!!
The only factor to include for Hitachi hospitality moving forward is to a constant flow of Champagne throughout the day!
Thank you very much for a wonderful event on Friday, all of our attendees really enjoyed themselves.
The boat trip was the perfect end to the day.
We hope to be in contact again soon for our next event!
It was very well organised & all the team thoroughly enjoyed the day. We had everything that we needed and if we did require something then it was dealt with efficiently and promptly.
ALL SIX DIRECTORS VERY MUCH ENJOYED THE WHOLE DAY, MAINLY BECAUSE EVERYTHING WAS SO WELL ORGANISED. THE FOOD WAS APPARENTLY EXCELLENT AND THE STAFF WERE VERY EFFICIENT AND FRIENDLY. THE RIVER LOUNGE WAS PERFECTLY PLACED AND THE BOAT TRIP WILL BE IN THEIR MEMORIES FOR A LONG TIME, ESPECIALLY OUR FRENCH DIRECTORS WHO HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ANYTHING LIKE THE ECCENTRIC WAY WE ENGLISH DO THINGS! WE WILL CERTAINLY USE TEAM TACTICS AGAIN, AND SO THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU.
What a fabulous day! Every one of our party of 33 thoroughly enjoyed themselves- the marquee was perfectly located right on the riverside and was beautifully decorated. The staff were on hand all day from the minute we arrived serving endless delicious refreshments from breakfast pastries, lunch, through to afternoon tea and finally tiny ice-creams. It was superbly organised and the riverboat trip was a real highlight for many of our party. We now have one problem-all our guests loved the day so much they are clamouring for us to do the same again next year! Thank you for all your help it was a huge success.
As a group of 5 for a private event, we were delighted with the hospitality shown by the team at the River Lounge.
The food was excellent and there was certainly no shortage.
The boat trip was a great experience and not something any other corporate hospitality tent offered, and we were even given wine for the trip, a lovely added touch.
I will say however, I would have expected Champagne of some sort included in the open bar but unfortunately it was an added extra.
Other than that, I could not fault the event at all.
Just wanted to say a massive thank you to your team for an excellent experience at your hospitality throughout Henley Regatta 2015, we look forward to an equally as exciting Regatta this year!
A quick note to say thank you so much for arranging everything with Henley on Friday. I have just caught up with Amanda and she said that is was such a great day and that the enclosure was perfect – the best on at Henley and very “us”.
So thank you so much for being such a great host and organiser – I have sent your details to our exec assistant (who arranges quite a few events) and we look forward to taking clients to more events in the future!
I just wanted to write and say what a fabulous time we all had on Friday. The feedback from all clients has been really positive. The food was amazing and the staff were ever so helpful. Please do send me a full brochure. All in all, it was a fab day and I will certainly be re-booking for 2017.
Many thanks for looking after us so well and answering the brief perfectly. We all had a great day and the venue was fantastic. Hope you got a good sound bite too.