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A Celebration of English Flowers with Shane Connolly

May 20th to May 26th, 2018

A collaboration with Shane Connolly and

FlowerSchool New York

Introduct ion

After much planning, FlowerSchool New York is very excited to collaborate with

renowned designer Shane Connolly, one of the great florists in England, holder of a royal warrant of appointment to HRH, the Prince of Wales. In this seven day trip, we will visit London and the English countryside where Shane has personally chosen the itinerary, which will include flower classes in his studio, a visit to the Chelsea

Flower Show and a stay in the beautiful Herfordshire countryside. In the country we will visit flower farms and gardens that not generally open to the public.

To add to the experience, Shane has chosen a two-location itinerary. These venues are very different to each other but are a perfect illustration of the two

counterpoints in Shane’s creative life: London and the country.

Price for Single occupancy is $10,500 and for shared room $9,500 per person.

I t inerary

Sunday, May 20 th 2018

• Arrive at London Heathrow on overnight flight from New York (depart New York

Saturday 19 May) • We would recommend an evening flight so that you arrive at Heathrow from

midday onwards, as your check-in at the hotel would be from 3pm.

• Transfer from Heathrow to The Knightsbridge Hotel, SW3

• Rest of the day to relax, explore and acclimatise to UK time. • Drinks reception in hotel followed by dinner nearby in Knightsbridge.

Monday, May 21st 2018

• 7.00 am – Collected from hotel and taken to New Covent Garden Flower

Market. Meet up with Shane and be guided by him around the market and

meet his favourite suppliers and wholesalers, seeing what is seasonal at this time of year.

• 9.30 am – Breakfast at Brunswick House surrounded by their amazing and

eclectic stock of architectural reclaimed objets.

• 11.00 am – Transfer to Shane’s London studio in Latimer Rd for a day of

master-classes with him. Includes lunch. • 4.30 pm – Transfer to hotel.

• 7.30 pm – Dinner in private dining room at the renowned River Café.

Tuesday, May 22nd 2018

• 9.30 am - Transfer by coach to The Land Gardeners at Wardington Manor.

Run by Bridget Elworthy and Henrietta Courtauld, this is one of Shane’s go-to

flower suppliers. They have transformed the derelict Edwardian walled garden which is now both beautiful and productive.

• 11.30 am – Talk from Bridget & Henrietta about their approach to growing flowers followed

by tour of the garden. Followed by lunch in the dining room.

• 2.00 pm – Master-class from Flora Starkey at Wardington Manor. Flora is one of the United

Kingdom’s greatest new generation of flower designers and Shane is a huge fan, so would

like you all to experience her unique take on flowers.

• 4.00 pm – Transfer by coach to The Hyde, Worcestershire. • 5.45 pm – Arrive at The Hyde. Half group transfer to The Freeth.

• 7.30 pm – Dinner at The Hyde helping Shane to create the tablescape beforehand.

Wednesday, May 23 rd 2018

• From 8.00 am – Breakfast at The Hyde and The Freeth.

• Day spent at two wonderful Herefordshire gardens. Court of Noke, owned by interior

designer Edward Bulmer who has been restoring the eighteenth century water gardens.

Lunch in their dining room with a chance to also look around his wonderful home.

• Transfer to Lucy Vaughan’s inspiring and magical garden which she has created from the

scratch.

• 5.30 pm – Free time before dinner • 7.30 pm – Drinks and dinner at Netherwood Manor as guests of the Countess of Darnley.

Help Shane to create the floral arrangements for the table.

Thursday, May 24 th 2018

• From 8.00 am - Breakfast at The Hyde & The Freeth.

• 9.30 am – Transfer to The Hope, Shane & Candy Connolly’s home.

• 10.00 am – Tour of the garden.

• 11.00 am – Master-class with Shane.

• 1.00 pm – Lunch.

• 2.30 pm – Master-class with Shane.

• 3.30 pm – Transfer to The Knightsbridge Hotel, London. • 8.00 pm – Dinner near to hotel at Bibendum Restaurant in the iconic Michelin building.

Fr iday, May 25 th, 2018

• Prompt breakfast at Knightsbridge Hotel.

• Arrive at Chelsea Flower Show before the gates open. • Free time in evening and choose own restaurant for dinner.

Saturday, May 26th 2018

• Depart for Heathrow for return flight to New York.

Accommodation London – The Knightsbr idge Hotel

This is part of the Firmdale portfolio of hotels, designed by the internationally renowned

decorator, Kit Kemp (The Crosby Street and Whitby Hotels in New York are part of the same group).

The Knightsbridge is formed from a series of town houses ,which imbue it with a wonderful sense of staying in a private house, albeit one designed with enormous style and flair. An inspirational place to stay for anyone interested in the use of colour, texture and mixing

everyday objects with very special pieces, to great effect. It is located on a quiet, tree-lined street within walking distance of the world-renowned

department stores of Harrods and Harvey Nicols and the shopping streets of Sloane St and Brompton Cross.

Herefordshire/Worcestershire Border – The Hyde

Built around 1285, The Hyde is a rare example of a surviving medieval domestic architecture. It has won awards for its restoration and is a member of the Historic Houses Association.

Situated on the ancient Netherwood Estate owned by the Earl and Countess of Darnley, this is

in a beautiful very rural position, so is the perfect contrast after the hussle and bussle of London. It is a short drive from here to the Connolly’s home.

Following its restoration it is now very comfortable, spacious and beautifully decorated with a

real sense of history. It is a house for exclusive private hire, rather than a hotel, so there is not a 24-hour concierge service but meals and drinks are provided and it is a rare opportunity to stay in such an old and unique building.

The Hyde has 10 bedrooms in total. Therefore for a group of 12-14 guests, to enable single

occupancy, we suggest that half the guests stay here and half stay nearby at The Freeth on the other side of the Netherwood Estate (see next page).

Herefordshire/Worcestershire Border - The Freeth

If the group of guests numbers more than 10 in total (including FlowerSchool representatives) then we suggest splitting the party between The Hyde and another historic house, The Freeth.

The Freeth is on the other side of the Netherwood Estate, a few minutes drive from The Hyde.

This is a former hunting lodge from the days when the Estate had a noted deer park and the name ‘Freeth’ means house by the wood.

Like The Hyde, it is very comfortable and stylishly decorated, in a beautiful location surrounded

by a large, very pretty garden with far-reaching views over the Herefordshire countryside. It also has a private indoor swimming pool.

If you decide to split the party across two locations, we would recommend 6 guests staying here and the remainder stay at The Hyde. Transport will be provided between the two houses and any other venues. Breakfast will be

served in each house, but all other meals will be taken together.

Please note that these are exclusive-use houses rather than hotels and do not

provide the same services. However, they are very comfortable and have an amazing sense of history

with

present

A Celebration of English Flowers with Shane Connolly

Sunday, May 20th to Friday, May 26th, 2018

Total Cost

Seven-Day/Six-Night Single Room Package: $10,500 Trip Includes: Single Room Occupancy at hotels, all breakfasts, lunches and

dinners. All programming, activities listed on itinerary, tickets to Chelsea Flower Show, materials for all flower classes and transportation to all sites (Meal at

Chelsea Flower Show not included.)

Seven-Day/Six-Night Double Room Package: $9,500 per person Trip Includes: Double Room Occupancy at hotels, all breakfasts, lunches and

dinners. All programming, activities listed on itinerary, tickets to Chelsea Flower Show, materials for all flower classes and transportation to all sites (Meal at

Chelsea Flower Show not included.)

Payment Schedule The first deposit of $1,000 is required no later than April 1st, 2018 to hold a

space on the trip. The deposit will be fully refundable until April 15th, 2018.

The second deposit of $4,000 will be due by May 1st, 2018 to confirm your space (nonrefundable).

The remaining balance and full payment will be due by May 15th, 2018.

Please note that changes may occur as we refine the details to “A Celebration of

English Flowers”. For more Information, please contact at (212) 661-8074 or brittany@flowerschoolny.com.

Registration Form

A Celebration of English Flowers with Shane Connolly

Sunday, May 20th to Friday, May 26th, 2018

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☐ Seven-Day/Six-Night Single Room Package: $10,500

☐ Seven-Day/Six-Night Double Room Package: $9,500

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Terms

1. Cancellation:

If you cancel your booking, the following payments will become due:

- Within 2 weeks of the course: 100% of invoice amount

- Before 8 weeks of the course: 50% of invoice amount

2. Liability:

a. We have taken all reasonable steps to ensure that proper arrangements have been

made for the tour advertised and that the suppliers of the services are efficient and

reputable.

b. If one of the group members is taken ill or has an accident, Shane Connolly & Co will

assist to the best of their ability.

3. Tour Accuracy:

The running order of the tour may change but subject to changes outside of our control, all

elements of the itineraries will be included in the final program. All the facts in the agreed

itinerary about gardens, facilities, accommodations and other services are checked so that

they are as accurate as possible. However, changes do happen that are not within our

control. Such changes are regrettable and where a major change takes place, we will

inform you whenever possible.

Payment Schedule

The first deposit of $1,000 is required no later than April 1st, 2018 to hold a space on the trip. The deposit will be fully refundable until April 15th, 2018.

The second deposit of $4,000 will be due by May 1st, 2018 to confirm your

space (nonrefundable).

The remaining balance and full payment will be due by May 15th, 2018. .

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