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Welcome to the Secret River Garden.
A stunning outdoor playground for summer parties & away days.
This summer experience a taste of the countryside as Tipi tents are installed in the natural river side surroundings of the Secret River Garden, providing everything you need for the perfect summer event.
A venue with a hint of magic. Limited summer dates only.
Where the river runs wild
Tucked behind winding lanes and a hidden wooden gate is a stunning garden which runs down onto the River Thames.
The Secret River Garden is a wild riverside lawn and woodland right on the banks of the Thames in Twickenham.
If you didn’t know about it you would never know it existed, its tucked away and feels really private, a little slice of country only a few miles from central London.
For summer 2020 we’re excited to announce that the Garden will have two Tipi tents installed, transforming it into the perfect summer events venue.
Exclusive summer event hideaway
Nestled among the wild garden and woodland, two elegant marquees will be installed for selected dates in June, July and September offering clients everything they will need for their summer event. This is a secret river garden venue you won’t have heard of – there’s no website and everything is bought in for events – it really is off the grid and only for those ‘in the know’.
It’s also only available for a few select dates each year, making it truly exclusive – so you’ll need to book ahead if you want to secure this romantic outdoor location.
Secluded woodland & river views
Perfect for up to 130 – 200 people, guests can enjoy welcome drinks on the main lawn over-looking the Thames before following a winding path through the woodland as the stunning main marquee is revealed and a late lunch enjoyed, with views of the river through the dappled light of the weeping willow and, as the day drifts into evening, an open bonfire can be lit for guests to gather round whilst sipping drinks from a pop-up gin or whisky bar hidden in the woods.
This is a very special place where you are transported back in time, a place where you feel in the depths of the countryside but less than 30 minutes by train from Waterloo – or if you fancy something extra special you can even arrive by boat.
Rustic setting for afternoon tea, BBQ or seated dinner
Host riverside barbecues for lunch or dine in the summer twilight with great food, great wine and great company. How about choosing a Dingley Dell piggie roast, infused with a special cider and spice marinade and finally given a rub with clarified butter and lemon and pepper infused sea salt (imagine the crackling). The end product is moist and super tasty.
Looking for something a little lighter? Treat your team to a truly indulgent champagne afternoon tea by the waters edge, surrounded by seasonal blooms in the lush gardens. You might fancy our sharing Millefeuille – an elegant, but gloriously messy, generous, utterly delicious dessert, which encourages everyone to get together and get stuck in!
Sweeping gardens & hidden spaces
The Secret River Garden is the most exquisite, private summer venue. From corporate picnics to stylish soirees, nothing says summer like a gorgeous garden party.
Our lush lawn is perfect for a game of croquet or funfair stalls, whilst wandering musicians will create a relaxed vibe as guests enjoying canapes and a glass of sparkling wine in the most perfect riverside location.
Messing about by the river
If you’d like to challenge and excite your guests, why not add an interactive element to your afternoon?
We got plenty of ideas for engaging activities and have lined up some of the most creative people offering workshops to help you make the most of your afternoon out of the office as this is the perfect place for a bit of escapism.
Activities we can offer include Circus Training, Transformational Masks Workshops, Paddle Boarding, Life Drawing, Vintage Milliner Skills, Mindful Yoga, Treasure Trail, Rowing Races and Bush Tucker Trials.
Magical memories
The Secret River Garden is perfect for summer parties, away days and AGMs with a difference. The venue holds 130 (for Tipi) or 150 (seated conventional marquees) for a seated lunch and 200+ for standing. If you’d like to find out more holding a summer event at The Secret River Garden then please get in touch.
In addition to offering packages the venue is perfect is you are looking to create your own bespoke event such as Festival In A Day with Tipi tents, food carts, glitter artists and circus acts. We have sourced a number of creative partners and are able to offer an exciting selection of additional activities if you’re looking to provide something extra to give your event some added wonder.
DATES FOR 2020
June
Thursday 11th
Sunday 14th
Monday 15th
Tuesday 16th
Wednesday 17th
Thursday 18th
Friday 19th
Tipi Installation
July
Monday 13th
Tuesday 14th
Wednesday 15th
Thursday 16th
Friday 17th
Tipi or Frame Marquee
September
Tuesday 8th
Wednesday 9th
Thursday 10th
Friday 11th
Saturday 12th
Tipi or Frame Marquee