Experience the Royal Magic: Kings' Coronation Celebrations
Penny Streeter’s wine and hospitality estates in South Africa and the UK are celebrating the Coronation of King Charles III, which visitors can experience on Saturday 6th May and the holiday weekend.
Penny was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2006 New Year's Honours for ‘Services to Enterprise’, recognising her outstanding contribution to UK industry as one of its most successful women entrepreneurs.
The Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey. The service will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, reflecting the Monarch's role today and looking towards the future while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry.
Leonardslee Gardens
In the UK, guests visiting the Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens Coronation celebrations in West Sussex can now admire the newly restored Coronation Garden, initially established to commemorate Queen Elizabeth's coronation in 1952.
To celebrate King Charles III's coronation, the venue will offer various activities, including picnics in the updated gardens and a specially designed themed menu for a Coronation Classic Afternoon Tea - brought to you by the Michelin star team of Restaurant Interlude - and children's craft workshops, all promoting sustainability and the King's emphasis on the natural environment.
The Grade I Listed botanical gardens, situated on a 240-acre estate, play a crucial role in preserving rare flora and fauna native to the UK and endangered ecosystems worldwide, according to estate general manager Adam Streeter:
"In celebration, our garden team is restoring and replanting the Coronation Garden, originally designed by the former owners, the Loder family. The garden showcases the renowned rhododendron Loderi King George, created by Sir Edmund Loder, along with over 30 other rhododendron hybrids featured on the estate.
"Additionally, the gardening team is introducing a new collection of Magnolia trees. The restoration process has also uncovered several forgotten specimens, such as a Monkey Puzzle and a Eucalyptus tree.”
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens is also developing a 'dry' garden bed that displays plants capable of surviving in hot and dry conditions with minimal irrigation. The garden team selected a location adjacent to the Courtyard Café and Welcome Centre that receives full sun exposure. The goal is to encourage visitors to address environmental challenges in their own gardens due to the changing climate.
Mannings Heath Estate
Just three miles away, at Mannings Heath Estate, visitors can celebrate the King's Coronation with a Royal Cream Tea Experience on Saturday 6th May, from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, at the newly redesigned restaurant and wine lounge.
As they immerse themselves in the stunning views of the estate's woodlands and golf course from the beautiful terrace, guests can indulge in a delectable cream tea featuring homemade scones with clotted cream and jam, cakes, and a choice of tea or coffee.
Benguela Cove Wine Estate South Africa
The Hermanus wine farm will be holding a Kings' Coronation High Tea on Saturday, 6th May, from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm.
The coronation ceremony will be screened live in Benguela Cove's tasting room, allowing attendees to witness this historic and enchanting event in a warm and elegant atmosphere.
In honour of this significant date in the English calendar, a full British afternoon tea menu will be served in the tasting room, featuring a selection of teas, freshly prepared finger sandwiches, scones, cakes, and pastries.
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate is a luxurious estate located in the Western Cape, South Africa, known for its exquisite wines, fine dining, and stunning accommodations.
Set against a breathtaking lagoon backdrop, the estate boasts award-winning vineyards, offering an immersive wine tasting experience for visitors. With a range of elegant event spaces, Benguela Cove is the perfect setting for weddings and special occasions.
The estate's accommodations feature lavish villas, providing a truly exceptional getaway. Benguela Cove is the ultimate destination for wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and those seeking a tranquil escape in a picturesque setting.
