The Ladies of Hemsworth Estate invite their esteemed members of the ton to an intimate soiree to watch the latest theatre-goings of their dear friends the Bridgertons as it premiers on Netflix on Friday 30th January at 7:00pm the eve of their ball. Guests will be treated to a glass of champagne as they arrive, […]

The Ladies of Hemsworth Estate Cordially invite you to their Country Ball in the style of Bridgerton on Saturday 31st January 2026. (See the full details about the 2026 Country Ball here) The ladies of Hemsworth Estate are set to host their annual Country Ball with a four seasons theme on January 31st of the […]

Handle all the logistics of your attendance at The Country Ball here. You can: Book your transport to-and-from The West Street Carpark,  Hotel Ashburton or Regency Motel or nearby pick up. (please confirm any additional locations via email first) Reserve a spot at Dance Lessons in both Christchurch and Ashburton. Carriage Rides for your Grand […]

Dearest Gentle Reader, Is there truly a ball without a promenade the next day? It's where I certainly shall be awaiting your eager discussions of my latest paper. The Ladies of Hemsworth Estate have tripled their efforts with this years calendar, offering not one but three events over the ball weekend. This finale is offered […]

Toast your girls with a champagne cocktail, pile cream and jam on top of a freshly made scone, and spend your afternoon in one of Ashburton’s most picturesque locations. This is your perfect Galentine's activity. We invite you to our Galentine's High Tea, made for to celebrate the women in your life. Starting at 12:30pm […]

Smell the wafts of summer blooms in the air, sip a glass of floral-infused Prosecco, and step into the charming country gardens of Hemsworth Estate to celebrate our rainbow community at our annual Pride Garden Party. Cheers! Late summer blooms are rampant, and and you're invited to celebrate Pride with a Garden Party in the […]

We invite you to our Mother's Day High Tea, the perfect setting in our Ashburton for celebrating the incredible women in your life. Starting at 2:00pm, you’ll be treated to bubbles, a standing progressive High Tea (both savoury and sweet) featuring mouth-watering morsels made fresh in our kitchen, surrounded in timeless luxury. Sip tea out […]

Take a selection of freshly baked scones, add a glass of bubbles,  top if off with a appropriately royal hat, and bring it all together in one of Ashburton’s regal country estates. Now you have the perfect afternoon activity for this King's Birthday weekend. We invite you to a Royal High Tea, the perfect setting […]

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 winter. We invite you to a Mid-Winter Christmas High Tea, the perfect setting in our Ashburton […]

We invite you to our August High Tea, the perfect afternoon activity in Ashburton for enjoying the finer things in life this winter. Starting at 2:00pm, you’ll be treated to bubbles, a standing progressive High Tea (both savoury and sweet) featuring mouth-watering morsels made fresh in our kitchen, surrounded in timeless luxury. Sip tea out […]