Press Releases
Take a look at The Goring's press releases for the latest hotel news.
THE GORING GIN GARDEN April 2016
This summer, a Hepple Gin Safari will be recreated in the heart of London. The Goring Gin Garden will bring the wildness of the North of England to a corner of Belgravia with a gin experience like no other, from June to September 2016.
YOUR MAJESTY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY March 2016
The Goring celebrates HM The Queen's 90th birthday with a special afternoon tea being served from April. A golden orb, choux crown and Her Majesty's favourite fruit cake...
THE GORING NAMED FIVE-STAR HOTEL BY FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE February 2016
Forbes Travel Guide has unveiled its official 2016 Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating list, naming The Goring - the only luxury hotel in London that is still owned and run by the family that built it - as a new Forbes Travel Guide ‘Five-Star’ hotel. The Goring joins an exclusive list of luxury hotels, the only London hotel to join the list this year.
ASPREY AT THE GORING October 2015
The Goring has turned to fellow Royal Warrant holder, Asprey, to ensure that every moment at The Goring is delightful. From this month, guests checking into the family-owned Belgravia hotel will find the elegant Asprey Purple Water collection in their bathrooms.
THE GORING RECEIVES ITS FIRST MICHELIN STAR September 2015
The Dining Room at The Goring has been awarded its first Michelin star. This brilliant accolade is a testament to the magic that Chef Shay Cooper, Restaurant Manager Mikko Jappinen and Head Sommelier Olivier Clausse, create on a daily basis.
ST MORITZ SKI BAR July 2015
Opening in November 2015, The Goring’s St. Moritz Ski Bar will bring old-school glamour with a contemporary twist to the only hotel in London that is still owned and run by the family that built it. Nothing has been left to chance, from the warming cocktails and Swiss canapés, to sheepskin rugs and, most importantly, heating!
THE GORING'S DOORMAN CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY June 2015
1965 was the year The Sound of Music was first released in cinemas, cartoon Tom & Jerry arrived on television screens and the world said goodbye to Sir Winston Churchill. However, in the summer of 1965 another important moment took place with the appointment of Peter Sweeney as Doorman at The Goring, who this June celebrates his 50th anniversary.
BOLLINGER SECRET GARDEN June 2015
This summer The Goring has invited that most British of Champagnes and fellow Royal Warrant Holder, Champagne Bollinger, into the garden. The Nook and The Cranny have been transformed into private rooms where the house’s legendary Champagne can be enjoyed in a peaceful sylvan setting, whilst toasting the start of the summer season.
CALL FOR OSCAR THE FOOTMAN! April 2015
The advent of the footmen at The Goring introduces a whole new level to the hotel’s already legendary service. Nothing is more emblematic of the new era at The Goring than the arrival of the hotel’s footmen in their scarlet tailcoats and immaculate gold-trimmed waistcoats.
BRING THE FAMILY April 2015
The Goring has been owned and run by one family since it opened, meaning it is rather good at looking after its younger guests. Children will find a famous Goring cuddly ‘Bar-baa-raa’ sheep of their own, as well as a ‘For Kids’ Eyes Only’ pack with their Goring Passport.
CHOCOLATE DELIGHT AT THE GORING April 2015
The Goring and Rococo Chocolates have come together, in the heart of Belgravia, to create a wonderful personal experience for The Goring guests. Just a short stroll from the hotel, guests will be able to take part in deliciously indulgent chocolate workshops at Rococo’s flagship store – home to its esteemed master chocolatiers.
THE GLOBE-TROTTER GORING HOTEL SECOND EDITION March 2015
Following the runaway success of the 2013 Globe-Trotter Goring Hotel Collection, Globe-Trotter and The Goring have come together once again, to create a second edition of luggage, due to launch on the 19 April 2015, and inspired by the impeccably English hotel.
THE GORING, WELCOME BACK – AND HAPPY 105TH! March 2015
The Goring has re-opened its impeccable doors to reveal the final flourish of a major refurbishment: a ravishingly transformed Front Hall, unveiled just in time for the hotel’s 105th birthday today.
