A special highlight of the week is the Black-tie Celebration Dinner in the presence of His Grace, the Duke of Marlborough. Taking place on Thursday 28 August you will arrive in style, stepping through the imposing doors from the Great Court into the English Baroque-style Palace, designed by architect, Sir John Vanbrugh. The evening comprises a Pommery Champagne reception, three-course fine-dining menu in the magnificent Palace, unveiling of the 2025 Best of Show plus fine wine and entertainment.
19:30 Arrival in the Great Court
19:30 Pommery Champagne reception on the Water Terraces
20:00 Three-course seated formal dinner
22:00 Best of Show announcement and presentation
23:00 Post-dinner drinks and entertainment
01:00 Carriages
Evening dinner guests are privileged to arrive via the Great Court and directly into the Palace. Experience the historic English Baroque-style interior at your leisure as you make your way through the Palace rooms towards the Water Terraces.
A drinks reception awaits on the Water Terraces — part of the formal Gardens designed by Achille Duchêne. Mingle with friends old and new whilst sipping chilled Pommery Champagne and enjoying the sunset and glorious view towards the lake.
A glorious three-course menu awaits you once seated for dinner. Locally sourced and seasonal produce from noted Cotswolds producers will naturally be partnered with fine wines throughout. See the menu from 2024.
The Long Library is home to 10,000 books and the magnificent Willis Organ – an unforgettable setting for the black-tie dinner – alongside the impressive Great Hall with its towering ceilings and ornate decor.
The evening will include the announcement and award of the Salon Privé Best of Show Trophy. His Grace the Duke of Marlborough and Andrew Bagley, concours chairman, will be in attendance to present the award, alongside Aviva Private Clients — sponsors of the Salon Privé Concours.
Salon Privé is a destination event. Located just 8 miles north-west of Oxford, in the majestic English market town of Woodstock, benefitting from convenient transport links by road, rail and air.
Salon Privé offers the perfect opportunity to show off your wardrobe, turn on the glamour and join the summer’s most stylish garden party.
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