DUKES LONDON & Lock & Co. Hatters – the perfect partners for London Fashion Week 2019

Posted on September 13, 2019September 16, 2019 by dukes

Woman in hat from Lock & Co celebration London Fashion Week 2019

London Fashion Week 2019 has arrived, and DUKES LONDON are excited to announce our exclusive collaboration with Lock & Co. Hatters in celebration. We are offering the chance to win a dinner for two at our GBR London Restaurant along with two stunning hats from Lock & Co.’s Ready-To-Wear Collection which will be perfectly tailored to your measurements.

Now in its 35^th year, London Fashion Week 2019 runs from 13^th – 17^th September showcasing designers to a global audience, with press, retailers and a host of notable celebrities attending each event. It ranks alongside New York, Paris and Milan as one of the ‘Big Four’ fashion weeks. The streets of London are abuzz during this period and here at DUKES LONDON we love to see the newest creations from our favourite luxury brands. Our wonderful collaboration, alongside our exciting giveaway, is set to make the week even more memorable.

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Enjoy the very best of British hospitality with our Town & Country Package

Posted on July 12, 2019July 12, 2019 by dukes

Town & Country Package hotel Stoke Park from above

Combining the excitement and adventure of the big city, with the tranquillity and peace of the Great British countryside, we are proud to present our Town & Country Package to guests this summer. DUKES LONDON have entered into an exclusive partnership with Britain’s first ever Country Club, Stoke Park, to create a truly unique holiday. Begin your stay in the bustling capital, immersing yourself in its famous attractions, before escaping to the surrounding countryside for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. With luxury and first-class hospitality at the heart of your experience, both hotels offer an abundance of British charm in two distinct locations. Experience the best of both worlds within one remarkable holiday.

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The Norfolk Boys at GBR

Posted on May 31, 2019June 28, 2019 by dukes

Here at GBR, we are extremely excited to invite you to a one of a kind celebration of our country’s wonderful culinary tastes on Tuesday 9^th July. Our long-standing Executive Head Chef, Nigel Mendham, will be joined for one night only by Michelin-Star chef Tom Aikens for a unique gastronomic collaboration – The Norfolk Boys at GBR. The two chefs will unite forces to honour wonderful British fayre with an exclusive six course tasting menu, influenced by their mutual roots, which we are certain will be a night to remember.

Both Tom and Nigel have strong ties with Norfolk and is the shared area where their journeys began to become renowned chefs. Nigel was born and raised in the area, cooking from a young age and taking inspiration from the simple dishes his mum would make. His first job was in a Norfolk pub, where he would serve food and help cook when short-staffed, before moving on to gain his qualification at college. Tom took a similar path, coming from a family involved within the wine industry and being introduced early to a love of good food, deciding to develop his cooking skills by enrolling at the Norwich City College Hotel School.

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Getting married? You need a Wedmin Weekend!

Posted on April 22, 2019May 28, 2019 by dukes

Bride and bridesmaids with flowers organised during the Wedmin Weekend

Planning a wedding can be one of the most stressful times of a person’s life. From selecting the perfect venue, dress, and rings, through to the finer details such as flower arrangements, dining plans, and entertainment, the bride and groom do everything possible to ensure their special day goes without a hitch. With so much to plan and do, it can be hard to know where to start. The endless list of purchases and tasks that need completing can be overwhelming and can send even the most organised of people into a spin.

That is why, here at DUKES LONDON, we have the perfect solution. Our Wedmin Weekend package is the ideal way to get on top of your wedding planning combined with spending some quality time with your other half. Plan your big day in our luxurious surroundings and find fresh inspiration for your nuptials, while enjoying some of our finest offerings for an absolutely relaxing yet productive stay.

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Spoil your mum this week: our Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea is the perfect treat

Posted on March 27, 2019March 27, 2019 by dukes

Spoil your mum with afternoon tea at DUKES LONDON

Mother’s Day is only a few days away but there is still time to arrange and book an extra special gift for your mum. We believe DUKES LONDON is the perfect venue to truly spoil your mum this Mother’s Day and our Afternoon Tea is a luxurious treat that she will love.

Here at DUKES LONDON, we have been celebrating the achievements of women throughout March with our dedicated Duchess Month. As a hotel led by female management, we are proud to recognise the wonderful women throughout the world and share in their successes. This special month will draw to a close with the most wonderful of occasions – Mother’s Day. Mother’s have such a special and important role in our lives and this day gives us the chance to acknowledge everything they do for us.

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How to enjoy Thanksgiving in London in 2018

Posted on November 9, 2018March 11, 2019 by dukes

At DUKES, we’re known for being a truly traditional, British hotel. We aim to offer a quintessentially British experience in all respects, from the greetings of our front of house team through to the hospitality within DUKES bar.

And with people visiting from all around the world, it’s always a pleasure to hear about different customs, traditions and celebrations. We do as much as we can to make your stay as memorable as it can be, and understanding these helps us ensure you can treat DUKES – and London as a whole – as a home away from home.

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5 things you can do in Mayfair within walking distance of DUKES London

Posted on September 10, 2018October 23, 2018 by dukes

Nestled in a quiet corner of Mayfair, our location is often said to be one of our most revered qualities by our guests. We’re a very short stroll from Green Park station, offering easy access to all of London, and just steps from St James’s Street, which provides direct access to the busy city streets of Piccadilly and Pall Mall.

However, sit with a coffee in our courtyard and you could be mistaken for thinking you’re miles away from the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities.

Undoubtedly a great base from which you can explore the whole of London, what many are often surprised by is just how much you can experience within the immediate vicinity of Mayfair. Sure, London has a vast array of sights and attractions, restaurants and shops – but so does Mayfair.

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Why is DUKES Bar such an iconic part of London?

Posted on June 21, 2018August 2, 2018 by dukes

When you visit us at DUKES London, we aim to make sure you have a truly memorable experience. This differs for everyone and can be anything from the truly welcoming service from each and every member of staff right through to the food in our highly-coveted GBR restaurant.

But what so often connects every visitor’s experience is DUKES Bar, our world-famous bar that has been serving up tipples of all varieties for decades.

And importantly, given our position in the heart of Mayfair, DUKES Bar has become a firm favourite for many in the vicinity who aren’t staying with us overnight or dining with us at GBR, but who simply want a perfectly concocted drink in a wonderfully traditional, British setting. Continue reading “Why is DUKES Bar such an iconic part of London?” →

How to treat your dad to something a little different in London this year

Posted on June 14, 2018March 11, 2019 by dukes

The time of the year when it’s time to treat your father to something a little special, Father’s Day 2018 is taking place on Sunday 17th June and we’re getting ready to help you mark the occasion.

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An inside look at DUKES: our food and drink

Posted on March 23, 2018April 16, 2018 by dukes

As we mentioned in a previous post, one of the pieces of criteria behind DUKES being a five star hotel is the ability to provide our guests with dining options whatever day you stay with us and whatever time it may be.

London is a city that never sleeps, and so if you’re checking out early and need something savoury and substantial to set you up for the day, or have spent all evening at the theatre and need a little something to satisfy your sweet tooth before you get into bed, you can rest assured we can provide it all at DUKES.

For this reason, it’s no real surprise that food and drink is really important to us. We want everyone who spends time with us to feel as though there’s something to eat and drink that’s perfectly suited to their individual needs.

And it’s because of this why we have so many different options available.

DUKES Bar

Our bar is a favourite with our guests and locals actually some guests come to DUKES just to experience our martinis. In the words of others it’s legendary, enviable and as the New York Times once said it’s the bar “which some say concocts one of the world’s best Martinis”.

Open from 2pm to 11pm Monday to Saturday (4pm to 10.30pm on Sundays), spending time in DUKES Bar is somewhat of an event. You aren’t simply dropping by for a quick beer or glass of wine – we want you to savour the whole experience; to enjoy time testing our bartenders’ knowledge to create a drink that’s perfectly suited to you.

Having a drink in DUKES Bar is in many ways about harking back to a time before mobile phones, the internet or television. It’s about choosing a seat, having a drink made for you, and wiling away the time with your loved one, a group of friends or simply by yourself.

GBR

Headed up by renowned chef Nigel Mendham, GBR is a truly ‘Great British Restaurant’. It’s all about providing a dining experience built around homegrown produce from here on our wonderful British Isles, or menus that follow – or are inspired by – some of the country’s most traditional dishes.

An all-day dining experience (you can grab breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner here), the team at GBR don’t try to overcomplicate the dishes on offer. They know what works, what our guests want and bring the two together perfectly.

And with the bar overlooking the restaurant, if you’d prefer a few light snacks with a drink here instead of a meal, we’d be only too happy to oblige.

Afternoon tea

A truly British occasion, afternoon tea is something we can all enjoy. After all, who doesn’t enjoy taking some time out of their day to eat sandwiches, cakes and pastries and drink tea?

However, knowing that everyone has different tastes, we’ve produced a variety of options when it comes to afternoon tea.

For instance, we have our DUKES afternoon tea, which includes an array of sandwiches, warm scones and a variety of pastries served with a choice of tea. However, for something a little more ‘relaxing’ you can enjoy our ‘gin and tonic afternoon tea’ or our ‘champagne afternoon tea’ – all the same delights to eat, but with an alcoholic alternative to tea!

Served in our elegant drawing room and conservatory, there aren’t many better ways to spend an afternoon in London.

Picnic in the park

We really do love it when our guests stay with us for a meal or a drink, but we also know London has a whole host of sights and attractions to take in, including a vast array of beautiful parks.

Not wishing for you to miss out on the culinary delights our chefs create, we provide a particularly popular option for our guests to take a picnic to one of the nearby Royal Parks.

A real decadent treat, your personal butler will meet you at the park, lay out your rug and picnic basket and then serve your drinks before leaving you to enjoy the great outdoors of our city with a selection of tempting treats.

Cognac and cigar garden

Open throughout the week from 6pm to 11pm, our outdoor cognac and cigar area is particularly popular for those looking for a break away from the hustle and bustle of London life.

Providing our guests with the ability to sample some of the world’s finest cigars alongside some truly favourable cognac, if you’re a fan of a cigar, we’re confident saying you’ll be hard-pressed to find somewhere better to enjoy one in London.

Being real foodies at DUKES – and with a particular passion for high quality drinks, too – we aim to show this to each and every one of our guests. Only wanting you to have the best dining experiences possible, we do our utmost to cater for every need, no matter how diverse it may be. Just ask!