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SUMMARY:Mid-Winter Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:Hemsworth Estate’s gardens and Homestead have been decorated for Mid-Winter Christmas and is open to the public to enjoy! \nVisit the Christmas Display\nStarting on the 28th of June\, drop by from Wednesday to Sunday between 3:30-5:30pm and wander the garden display for a gold coin donation. (Ends 13th July) \nExtended Afternoon Tea Hours\nIf you would like to enjoy a festive afternoon tea\, we have extended usual our hours to the following days: \n\nWednesday 2nd July from 3:30-5:30pm\nThursday 3rd July from 3:30-5:30pm.\nWednesday 9th July from 3:30-5:30pm.\nThursday 10th July from 3:30-5:30pm.\n\nThese are usually $20 per person but we will have a few more festive options on the menu so perhaps budget a little more. \nReservations are not required for our Afternoon Tea sessions but are welcome. We do ask you phone us a few days ahead of time if you are bringing a group of 6 or more\, or have dietary requirements so we have time to prepare for your arrival.  \nIn a Nutshell: \nMid-Winter Christmas Garden Display Opening Hours: 28th June to 13th July – Wednesday to Sunday from 3:30-5:30pm.\nExtended Afternoon Teas: 2nd\, 3rd\, 9th\, 10th July from 3:30-5:30pm.\nNote: The display will be closed on Saturday 5th July for our Mid-Winter Christmas High Tea. Only guests with tickets will be invited to explore the grounds on that day.  \nHow to get there:\nOur address is 356 Beach Road East. See directions on google maps here. \nCar Parking:\nWe have opened up our carpark which is slightly further down than the main entrance. You will see sign posts as you arrive. There is a short walk across the lawn to reception. \nFacilities:\nWe will have two bathrooms available for visitors use\, these are marked by sign posts and on the map you will collect as you enter. \nMobility:\nThe garden display is a walk around our gardens on Grass\, and Gravel. Our facilities are also on ground level and include an accessible bathroom. For our Afternoon Teas\, the nature of Hemsworth Estate’s 1911 Historic Homestead setting is the building does not cater to modern standards. There are four shallow steps with no handrail to the main entrance of the building. Each persons needs are unique so we ask you give us a call to discuss your requirements and see how we can meet them. \nWho can come?\nAll people young and old are welcome at Hemsworth Estate. Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome to visit our garden display and be seated in our sun room for Afternoon Teas. We ask all dog poo is picked up promptly and disposed of in the doggie poo bin near the gate in the carpark.
URL:https://www.hemsworthestate.co.nz/event/winterchristmasdisplay/
LOCATION:Hemsworth Estate\, 356 Beach Road East\, Ashburton\, 7777\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Mid Winter Christmas High Tea
DESCRIPTION:Take a selection of freshly baked scones\, add a glass of bubbles\, enjoy the smell of fresh pine and bring it all together in one of Ashburton’s most festive country estates. Now you have the perfect winter’s afternoon this school holidays. Wear a warm coat\, you’ll even be able to enjoy a special Christmas Display in the gardens of the estate!\n\n\nWe invite you to a Mid-Winter Christmas High Tea\, the perfect setting in our Ashburton for pretending we’re in the northern hemisphere and enjoying all the cozy Christmas-time treats winter has to offer.\n\nStarting at 2:00pm\, you’ll be treated to bubbles\, a standing progressive specially themed festive High Tea (both savoury and sweet) featuring mouth-watering morsels made fresh in our kitchen\, surrounded in timeless luxury. Sip tea out of fine china\, watch the twinkling lights of the Christmas Tree\, get cozy by the fire and enjoy making new memories with your loved ones.\n\nBook your tickets now\, there’s no other event in Ashburton like High Tea at Hemsworth Estate.\n\nHigh Tea Includes:\n\n\nA glass of bubbles (or non alcoholic cocktail alternative)\n\n\n5 mouth-watering savoury selections\n\n\n4 seasonal sweet treats\n\n\nFreshly made scones with jam and cream\n\n\nA luxury table setting including vintage linen\, bone china and Stirling silverware.\n\n\n\nChristmas attire highly encouraged! Wear your best Christmas kitch sweater\, or show us your own interpretation of your christmas finest!\n\nWhat people say\n\n\n“Wow! Our first high tea experience.Thank you Hemsworth Estate we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. A sunny spot for two\, overlooking the garden’s with fantail’s playing. Beautiful selection of food\, yum coffee and great hostess. We will be back.”  – Justine Frost\n\n\n\n“Thanks so much for all that you did to make my 80th High Tea so amazing. I’ve had lots of  comments about your lovely property and how welcoming you both were. Special mention of the Mocktails and the Food\, both were tasty and delicious.” – Jenny Cook\n\n\n\n“High Tea at Hemsworth Estate is a real treat. Beautiful setting. Delicious food. Something a bit different to try and well worth it.” – Phillipa Young\n\n“A lovely high tea that catered well for gluten-free people. I didn’t feel jealous looking around the room at everyone else’s. Great value and a beautiful setting with great hosts. The gluten-free scones were so good it seemed like they were regular ones!” – Macushla Lunn\n\n\nTicket Pricing:\n$39 High Tea with a Glass of Champagne Cocktail or Mocktail.\n$19.50 – Children’s High Tea for ages 4-12 years old.\n\nLimited tickets available.\n\nEvent Information:\nDietary Requirements are welcome with advanced notice\, please include this information with your booking.\nChildren are also welcome at any age.\n\nPlease let us know in advance if you require a high chair.\nBy purchasing tickets\, you agree to our terms and conditions.\n\nHave questions about this event? We would be happy to answer them. Please contact us\, or check out our FAQ.
URL:https://www.hemsworthestate.co.nz/event/winterhightea/
LOCATION:Hemsworth Estate\, 356 Beach Road East\, Ashburton\, 7777\, New Zealand
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