London in Summer
Make the most of your summer stay in London and discover all that our fascinating capital city has to offer. From summer events and royal attractions to an easy day's shopping and relaxing in our beautiful private garden - enjoy a summer city break like no other at The Goring.
Summer in London 2023
The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and the British Social season is in full swing. From spectating athletes in their dazzling whites playing Centre Court at Wimbledon, to heavenly voices at Glyndebourne, theatre extravaganzas in the West End and superb floral displays in the Royal Parks, there is a cultural pastime that will elevate your stay in glorious London town this summer.
A list of The Goring’s favourites below, do get in touch with Concierge if you wish to book any of these wonderful outings.
6 April – 24 September
Tate Britain presents a major exhibition charting the romance and radicalism of the Rossetti generation – Dante Gabriel, Christina and Elizabeth – showcasing their revolutionary approach to life, love and art. Moving through and beyond the Pre-Raphaelite years, the exhibition features over 150 paintings and drawings as well as photography, design, poetry and more.
9 June - 29 October
The annual Serpentine Pavilion has become one of the most anticipated events in the global cultural calendar. The design of the Serpentine Pavilion 2023 emerges from architect Lina Ghotmeh’s aspiration to develop our primal relationship with the Earth into a sustainable one.
Glyndebourne
19 May - 27 August 2023
Nestled in the sweet Sussex countryside, Glyndebourne is one of the finest and most celebrated opera houses in the world and synonymous with the summer season.
14 July - 24 September 2023
Explore the magnificent State Rooms which are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer and on selected dates for Exclusive Guided Tours during winter and spring.
BBC Proms 2023 at Royal Albert Hall
14 July - 9 September 2023
BBC Proms features a huge breadth of programming, from Berlioz to Bollywood, large scale symphonic and choral work, to intimate chamber concerts and exciting Proms debuts.
Royal Academy Summer Exhibition
13 June - 20 August
The world’s most joyful art experience is a celebration of contemporary art from leading names and emerging talent by way of an open art exhibition that anyone can enter.
If you can’t quite make it to The Goring in time for dinner, Chef Graham has some culinary guidance for you to try at home. With a world of flavour at your fingertips, there's no better time to take charge in the kitchen and spend the evening tantalising the taste buds.
