20th-21st March 2025
An Evening with Raymond Blanc OBE
Join us at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, nestled in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside. Explore the individually designed suites, indulge in a two Michelin star dinner and enjoy an aperitif with Raymond Blanc.
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons– A Belmond Hotel
The Belmond brand is a luxury collection of properties that craft unforgettable stories. Each one is full of character and Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons is no exception—15th-century Oxfordshire heritage meets French style.
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons embodies the garden-to-table philosophy. Since its establishment in 1984, this luxury retreat has been at the forefront of promoting sustainability and sourcing locally.
You will enjoy a one-night stay in a deluxe room inspired by the travels of Raymond Blanc, with every detail designed to delight your senses.
Aperitifs and Getting to Know Raymond Blanc
Revel in the joy of a leisurely evening with Raymond, where conversations flow and tales from past years are shared.
*Aperitifs are based on 2 glasses of champagne per person*
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The Raymond Blanc Cookery School Demonstration
Enjoy an hour-long detailed cookery school demonstration on seasonal goods, learning tricks of the trade from the talented team headed up by Raymond Blanc’s first-ever apprentice, Mark Peregrine, whilst receiving a taste of what’s to come with gorgeously curated canapes.
5 Course Dinner and Wine Pairing
Head to the private dining room in La Belle Époque where you will experience a 5-course tasting menu paired with sommelier selected wines. Discover the harmony of flavours, the mastery of techniques and the quality of seasonal, organic ingredients that have earned Le Manoir its accolades over the last 40 years.
There is also a non-alcoholic pairing for guests who do not drink alcohol.
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons Garden Tour
Explore every inch of Le Manoir’s gardens with an expert guided tour, allowing you to explore another side of Le Manoir, with 27 acres of land and knowledgeable gardeners. The tour takes guests on an in-depth discovery of how the gardens came to be. Exploring the vegetable and kitchen gardens, as well as the English Water Garden, the tour will give guests the chance to see behind the scenes of Le Manoir’s two Michelin star kitchen produce.
Included in your package:
Itinerary
- 1-night stay at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons with breakfast
- 1-hour aperitifs and mingling with Raymond Blanc
- 1-hour Raymond Blanc Cookery School demonstration by the team headed up by Raymond’s first-ever apprentice, Mark Peregrine
- 5-course tasting menu with wine pairings in the exclusive La Belle Epoque wing
- Tour through the Le Manoir Gardens
- Oliver Myles Event management to ensure smooth running
Price per person £1,220 pp + vat
Based on two people sharing a twin/double room *Shoulder nights available
Day 1 – 20th March 2025
- Check in from 15:00 at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons
- 17:30 Aperitifs and mingling with Raymond Blanc
- 18:30 Cookery School Demonstration
- 19:30 5-course dinner with wine pairings in La Belle Epoque
Day 2 – 21st March 2025
- 07:30 Breakfast opens
- 10:00 Check out
- 10:30 Garden Tour
FAQ'S
- Check-in time: 15:00
- Check-out time: 11:00, but as the garden tour is at 10:30, a 10:00 check-out is recommended
- Breakfast timings: 7:30-10:00
- Dress code for dining: Smart casual – no trainers, shorts or ripped jeans; it’s preferred that men wear a collared shirt
- Shoulder night cost: TBC
- Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons Address: Church Rd, Great Milton, Oxford OX44 7PD
- Can luggage be left after check-out: Yes
- Amenities: No pool, gym or spa but spa treatments are on request and each room is equipped with yoga equipment. E-bikes are also available to borrow
- Parking: There is free parking on-site for guests
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