"A truly exceptional way for us to enjoy Henley Royal Regatta with our most valued clients"
Gatestone Media Ltd
Henley Royal Regatta Hospitality
The Firs is a delightful, mid-Victorian, residential boathouse, situated
opposite the 'boat tents', just clear of the Henley Regatta finishing post,
with a wonderful balcony affording an excellent view of the Regatta course.
Direct river frontage, excellent cuisine and thoughtful service in very
private surroundings makes "The Firs" the most exclusive and intimate
venue for parties of up to 50 guests.
A Unique & Private Experience
Entertaining Options
The boat house offers a range of flexible choices for entertaining. The
ground floor can comfortably accommodate parties of up to 20 guests. The
first floor is perfect for parties of up to 30 guests. Or, the entire property
may be reserved for parties of up to a maximum of 50 guests. Reserved car
parking is also provided nearby.
Location
The boat house is located on the Oxfordshire bank with a perfect view of
the full length of the Regatta course. Away from the crowds your guests
can enjoy the full spectacle that is Henley Regatta from the most perfect
and private vantage point. Direct river access means that you can take to
the water as the whim takes you.
Parking is available a short walking distance from The Firs.
Launches
The launches provided for your guests range in size depending upon the size
of your party.
From the most elegant slipper stern launches to elegant open launches,
all are of the finest quality and come from Peter Freebody & Co, the
pre-eminent builders of traditional rivercraft on the Upper Thames.
The launches are accessed directly from the landng stage at The Firs, allowing
your guests to take to the water as they choose.
Service
You can enjoy full silver service entertaining on both the ground and
first floors, including morning coffee, a sumptuous four
course lunch, afternoon tea, floral decorations, racing programmes
and some of the most beautiful traditional Thames launches for your exclusive
use to elegantly cruise the course and enjoy the proceedings up close throughout
the day.
Please note: The Firs is only available for hospitality events during
Henley Regatta week.
For further information on availability and pricing please
call Melanie Freebody on 01628 824382
Four Course Lunch Menu
Appetisers
Goats cheese & tomato galettes
Strawberry & cucumber soup
Lemongrass soy chicken skewer
(on tossed rice noodles with shredded carrot)
Spinach, feta, roasted cashew nut salad
with smoked salmon
Lemon & asparagus pasta
(artichokes & shaved parmesan complete the dish)
Main dish
Loin of lamb in an orange & Campari sauce
Lemon chicken with salsa agresto
on couscous tossed with roasted vegetables
Seared tuna with a caramelised pepper salsa
Chicken breast simmered with juniper berries
served on a bed of pureed potato Tournedoa
(Teriyaki marinated and then served on a crouton)
Monkfish cirry with green mango and Thai basil
Vegetarian options:
Freshly sauteed chickpea rissoles
served with salsa agresto
Roasted fennel & courgette
with lentils and green sauce
Desserts
Rich chocolate cake layered
with raspberries and fresh cream
Apricot & vanilla tart
Classic baked lemon cheesecake
served with strawberries marinated in red wine
Raspberry Bavarois
set in a ring mould and filled with fresh berries
Hazelnut lime meringue tort
Chewy nutty meringue with fresh cream
and homemade fresh lime curd
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